Bayelsa explains cause of lingering power outage in Yenagoa, environs
Bayelsa State government says the current power outages in some parts of Yenagoa, the state capital and its environs are due to a car accident that resulted in severe damage to multiple electric poles in the Opolo area of the Yenagoa metropolis.
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Russia shoots down 31 Ukrainian drones in border regions
The Russian armed forces on Wednesday said that dozens of Ukrainian drones were repelled during the night in regions close to the border.
Helicopter Procurement: Turkey ready to transfer technology to NAF
The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Turkey, Mr Hidayet Bayraktar, has expressed the readiness of his country to heighten the already existing defence collaboration between the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the Turkish Government, through the transfer of defence technology.
Newcastle vs PSG – Preview, team news and predictions
Newcastle are set to play their first European cup match right in front of their home fans for the first time in 30 years when they welcome PSG on Wednesday
Ministerial screening: Senate begins screening of three nominees
The Senate has commenced the screening of three additional new ministerial nominees nominated by President Bola Tinubu at its resumed plenary today.
Pope Francis blasts climate change sceptics, demands urgent action
Pope Francis on Wednesday demanded urgent action against climate change and frowned at the lack of focus on the existential threat by politicians, businesses and deniers.
