FG approves new uniform for correctional service
The Federal Government has approved new uniform for the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to reflect its new name. NCoS Comptroller General (CG), Mr Ja’afaru Ahmed said this at the inauguration of the administrative block of the Correctional Staff School (CSS) on Thursday in Abuja. He said that the measure was part of the new act […]
Waitress in court for allegedly cooking noodles with marijuana for friend
A 28-year-old waitress, Dora Edet, on Thursday appeared before an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly adding marijuana into noodles she cooked for her friend. Edet, a resident of No. 4, Mufutau Shobola St., Ifako-Ijaiye in Lagos State, is facing a count charge of breach of the peace. She, however, pleaded not guilty to the […]
Alibaba earnings surge 58 pct on ‘Single’s Day’ boost
Chinese e-commerce leader Alibaba said Thursday that net profit increased 58 per cent in the latest quarter, citing another record “Single’s Day” sales promotion in November and growth in cloud computing. Net profit reached 52.3 billion yuan ($7.5 billion) in the October-December third quarter. Alibaba dominates China’s consumer culture and its corporate results are widely […]
Buhari’s daughter, Zahra hasn’t secured employment with PPPRA – Presidency
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA—-THE Presidency on Wednesday debunked the allegation by an online medium that the daughter of President Muhammadu Buhari, Zahra has secured employment with the Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA). The Presidency said that though Zahra Buhari like any other Nigerian can work wherever she is given job employment, at the moment […]
THROWBACK: Remembering the weird season Alex Song became Arsenal’s creative genius
When Cesc Fabregas left Arsenal in the summer of 2011, having set up at least 15 goals in each of his final four seasons, many fans wondered who could fill the creative void left by the Spaniard. Step forward, Alex Song. Having joined the club in 2005, Song had established himself as a key man […]
NCAA blames flights delay, cancellation on bad weather
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has blamed the prevailing flight delays and cancellations experienced by air travelers across airports in the country on adverse weather situation. The NCAA, General Manager, Public Relations, Mr Samuel Adurogboye, however, appeal in a statement issued in Lagos on Thursday to travelers to understand the situation. Adurogboye explained that […]
Court discharge acquits medical doctor accused of attempted murder
By Onozure Dania – Lagos A Lagos High court sitting in Igbosere, on Thursday, discharged and acquitted a medical doctor, of Excel Medical Centre Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos, Dr (Mrs) Ifeayinwa Grace Orji, who was standing trial alongside her husband Dr. Ejike Ferdinand Orji, over the alleged attempted murder of a 17-year-old patient. Justice Adedayo […]
Boko Haram attacks Maiduguri after Buhari’s visit
…As Hundreds of residents of Jiddari Polo in Maiduguri Metropolis Deserts home By NDAHI MARAMA, MAIDUGURI Hundreds of residents of Jiddari Polo general area of Maiduguri metropolis have fled their homes into the city following sporadic shootings suspected to have been masterminded by Boko Haram sect. Jiddari Polo General Area is south at the outskirts […]
I could be sacked if I lose to Real Madrid – Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he could be sacked if his side lose their last-16 clash against Real Madrid. Second-placed City are currently 22 points off the pace in the Premier League with rivals Liverpool storming the league having only dropped two points all campaign. ALSO READ: ‘He will bring charisma’ ― Adepoju backs Yobo’s […]
Ogun Assembly acknowledges receipt of ‘Amotekun bill’
The Ogun House of Assembly on Thursday acknowledged receipt of a bill for a law to establish Security Network Agency, code-named “Amotekun Corps’’ from Gov. Dapo Abiodun. Mr Olakunle Oluomo, the Speaker of the House, read the governor’s letter during plenary in Abeokuta. Oluomo assured that the bill, which would assist security agencies in maintaining […]
‘He will bring charisma’ ― Adepoju backs Yobo’s Nigeria appointment
Joseph Yobo is an ideal choice to bring the Super Eagles players together says ex-Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju. Yobo was appointed as Gernot Rohr’s assistant on Wednesday, replacing Imama Amapakabo, but his managerial wherewithal has been questioned by many who see him as the wrong choice. However, the Everton legend has a history in international […]
Klinsmann bumped off Hertha Berlin board after quitting as coach
Jurgen Klinsmann has been stripped of a place on the supervisory board at Hertha Berlin following his shock resignation as head coach of the Bundesliga club after just 10 weeks in charge, it was confirmed Thursday. “Unfortunately, the manner in which Klinsmann took his leave means further co-operation with him on the supervisory board is […]
Breaking: Agba Jalingo regains freedom after 5 months
Agba Jalingo, publisher of CrossRiverWatch has regained freedom. He was granted bail on Thursday with the sum of N10million by a federal high Court in Calabar.
Auno attack: Group decries attempt to embarrass Buhari, demands apology
The Borno Coalition for Justice (BCJ) has drawn attention to an attempt to embarrass President Muhammadu Buhari during his visit to Maiduguri on Wednesday. The coalition made this known on Thursday at a press conference to address the “despicable plot at embarrassing President Buhari. Speaking on behalf of the Borno coalition, convener Mohammed Ali described […]
Poultry expert cautions against Bird flu triggers
A Poultry expert, Mr Joel Oduware, has called for precautionary approach against the trigger and spread of Bird Flu disease closely linked to the harmattan season. Oduware, an expert in poultry farming made this call in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Lagos. The experts said the disease was seasonal […]
Omeruo, Osimhen and Ndidi will be available for Sierra Leone ― Rohr
Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr is confident of his key players’ availability for next month’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Sierra Leone. Over the weekend, some Nigerian internationals were stretched off while in action for their respective clubs in Europe, including Kenneth Omeruo in Leganes’ La Liga defeat while Lille forward Victor Osimhen […]
