Sierra Leone: UNWTO equips women in tourism with requisite access, resources
By Jimoh Babatunde Women represent a significant portion of the tourism workforce, accounting for 54 per cent globally and 70 per cent in Africa. Yet, they remain concentrated in lower-skilled, lower-paid, and often informal positions, underscoring the urgent need to address systemic barriers and fully harness their potential. To achieve meaningful and systemic change for sustainable […]
Ondo Election: Three candidates step down, endorse Aiyedatiwa
Just 48 hours before the Ondo State governorship election, three gubernatorial candidates have withdrawn from the race, endorsing Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
England captain Kane axed for Greece clash after blast at absentee stars
England captain Harry Kane was left out of the starting line-up for Thursday’s Nations League clash with Greece just 24 hours after his remarkable blast at the team’s absentee stars.
Edo govt, PDP differ on alleged sack of civil servants
THE Edo State government and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday differed on the purported sack of civil servants as made by the party.
Breaking: Tinubu appoints Bwala as Special Adviser, names three new DGs
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Daniel Bwala as Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications (State House).
Ondo Election: Observer groups urge INEC to provide level playing field, maintain integrity
A coalition of 45 election observer groups accredited by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the upcoming Ondo State governorship election has called on the commission to uphold fairness and meet Nigerians’ expectations in conducting a credible election.
Ondo Election: INEC distributes sensitive materials amid tight security
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ondo State has commenced the distribution of sensitive materials for the upcoming governorship election, ensuring tight security measures are in place.
Ponzi scheme operators face N20 million fine, imprisonment – SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says the Investments and Securities Bill (ISB) 2024 has proposed a penalty of N20 million or 10 years imprisonment or both for Ponzi scheme operators.
Lakurawa: No cause for alarm, membership not more than 200 – Major Gen Adamu Laka
The National Coordinator of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre, Major General Adamu Laka, has assured Nigerians that there is no cause for alarm despite the recent emergence of the Lakurawa terrorist group, which has been causing disturbances in Sokoto State and parts of the Northwest.
Gospel actor, Moses Korede Are ‘Baba Gbenro’ is dead
The Nigerian gospel film industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran actor Moses Korede Are, popularly recognised for his role as “Baba Gbenro” in the popular Mount Zion series, Abattoir.
Super Eagles qualify for AFCON 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have secured their qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, following Libya’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali.
Forget 2027, PDP ticket no longer for serial betrayals, Wike tells Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has been told that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential ticket will no longer be available to be wasted by serial betrayals of the party, who are obviously suffering the consequences of their past sins against the party and its members.
Rivers: Drama as PDP lawyers clash over case against pro-Wike lawmakers
A mild drama played out before the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal on Thursday, as two senior lawyers locked horns over the case …
Nigeria XI vs Benin: Iheanacho, Osimhen return as Osho debuts in defence
The trio of Victor Osimhen, Kelechi Iheanacho and Ademola Lookman will form Nigeria’s Super Eagles three-man attack against Benin Republic on Monday.
NCC moves to simplify voice, data plans
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has initiated a tariff simplification exercise to reduce the numerous tariff options and promotional elements that hinder consumers from making informed decisions. Its Director, Consumer Affairs Bureau, Ikechukwu Adinde, said this during a capacity building for reporters at Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Oshodi, Lagos on Thursday. “The current tariff structure, […]
FCDA Executive Secretary, Hadi Ahmad suspended indefinitely
By Idowu Bankole The Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, has been suspended indefinitely. According to a statement on Thursday, by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, he suspension of Engr Hadi Ahmad is with […]
