NDDC: Forensic auditor begins physical verification of projects
May seek for extension due to security situation By Chris Ochayi Owerri: The forensic auditing firm, BBC Professional hired by the Federal Government to investigate projects awarded by the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC,in Imo State has commenced physical verification of projects executed by the Commission in the state. The firm handling the Lot 8 […]
Nigerian collaboration, dream come true – Zimbabwean Wayne F.O.G
By Ayo Onikoyi Zimbabwe’s Afropop artiste, Tendai Wayne Mukangairwa, popularly known as Wayne F.O.G, has declared his collaboration with Nigerian artistes as a dream come true. “When the opportunity came about, I was ready to spread my wings and I’d prayed for it. With thanks to my label, Blksmith Records, for paving the way and […]
Troops neutralize scores of bandits in fierce encounter in Zamfara, recover arms, ammunition
Troops of 8 Division Nigerian Army (NA), while on a fighting patrol, came under fire from bandits operating along with Mayanchi-Dogo Karfe and Fagantama villages in Talata Marafa LGA of Zamfara State.
Ekpetorson showcasing Shades of humanity
“Different Shades of Being”, is the title of an art exhibition by Elizabeth Chioma Ekpetorson which ended on Friday, June 25, 2021 at the National Museum, Onikan, Lagos
Morata abuse is a ‘crime’, says Spain boss Enrique
Spain boss Luis Enrique has described the abuse received by Alvaro Morata as a “crime” and says it should be a matter for the police. Morata has been the focus of attention since being jeered by his own fans during a pre-Euro 2020 friendly with Portugal after missing several opportunities. He was then criticised for his […]
De Ligt sees red, as Czech Rep pull off shock 2-0 win over Netherlands
The Czech Republic reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2020 with a surprise 2-0 win over the Netherlands, who had Matthijs de Ligt sent off. A close game in Budapest swung the way of Jaroslav Silhavy’s men 55 minutes in when De Ligt was dismissed for a deliberate handball that prevented Patrik Schick from having a clear […]
EURO 2020: Injury worries for Belgium in 1-0 win over Portugal
Belgium ended Portugal’s European Championship defence with a 1-0 win in Seville, despite losing Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard to injuries in the last-16 clash. With both sides facing a daunting route to Euro 2020 glory, it was Belgium who emerged to reach a quarter-final tie against in-form Italy thanks to Thorgan Hazard’s long-range strike. […]
Man, 45, beats wife to death over N2,000 in Benin
A 45-year-old man simply identified as Mr Christopher, on Saturday night in Benin, beat his 39-year-old wife to death over N2,000. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the incident happened at No.1, Agbontaen Street, beside Ebvareke Secondary School, off Agboniro Street, Uselu, Benin City. The man was said to have beaten up his […]
Sanwo-Olu names new 13-member LASU Governing Council
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed a former Lagos State Accountant General, Mr David Sunmoni, as chairman of the 13-member Governing Council of the Lagos State University (LASU). Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Education, Tokunbo Wahab, said in a statement that the appointment was based on the report of the Special Visitation Panel on the appointment of […]
BREAKING: Delta Lawmaker, Kenneth Ogba is dead
…wife hospitalised By Festus Ahon, Ochuko Akuopha, ASABA The member representing Isoko South Constituency 1 in the Delta State House of Assembly, Mr. Kenneth Ogba is dead. He died at about 7 pm, Sunday at the age of 54 The circumstances which led to his sudden death was still hazy as at press time, but […]
Panic in Rivers community as herdsman kills 26-yr-old man
There is panic in the Egbeda community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State following the killing is a 26-year-old man by a herdsman.
