Retirees decry late disbursement of accrued benefits
By Victor AhiumaYoung Retirees under the contributory pension scheme have decried the late disbursement of the initial 25 per cent of the accrued benefit and the amounts subsequently paid monthly as pension by Pension Fund Administrators, PFAs. The retirees said that the contributory pension scheme was a fraud, which leaves a sour taste in the mouth […]
NPA, APM avert major fire outbreak at Lagos Ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and APM Terminals weekend contained a fire outbreak on a crane at the Lagos Port Complex Apapa.
15 die, 13 injured in Katsina road crash
One of the Toyota Hiace bus’ tyre bust, the driver lost control and the vehicle had a head-on collision with a truck
Ogun NSCDC deploys 3,150 personnel for LG polls
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps ( NSCDC), Ogun Command, says it has earmarked 3, 150 personnel for the security and success of forthcoming local government elections in the state.
Musiala stars as Bayern go six clear, Dortmund lose again
Musiala, who scored the only goal in Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Benfica, won the ball centrally before advancing and letting fly from just under 30 metres, his shot bouncing in off the crossbar.
Cashew can generate $2.4bn annually – Dr Ajanaku
Nigeria has in economic trees to change the narrative in foreign exchange revenue earnings via the agricultural sector
Biden, Trump to meet at White House on Wednesday
Joe Biden will meet with President-elect Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday after the US leader pledged an orderly transfer of power following the Republican’s decisive election victory.
NAF strikes kill 70 terrorists in Borno
Buba said that while more than 70 extremist members were eliminated at Kwallaram, several more were killed at Arainna Ciki.
I never organised national prayer – Remi Tinubu
“She believes that praying for Nigeria is the responsibility of every Nigerian, irrespective of religious belief, political affiliation, tribe or tongue”
Vinicius hat-trick helps Real Madrid crush Osasuna
“Vinicius made the difference again today, as he has done on many occasions,” Madrid coach Ancelotti told reporters.
Oluomo emerges NURTW national president
The Southwest Zone of the National Union of Road Transport Union, NURTW, has elected Alhaji Musliu Akinsaya, popularly called MC Oluomo as the union’s National President.
No opposition, as Okonjo-Iweala seeks second term at WTO
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the first woman and first African to head the World Trade Organization, is uncontested in seeking another term, the group’s chair announced on Saturday.
Gombe NNPP guber candidate defects to PDP
He claimed that the APC government had seized land and implemented mandatory biometric attendance for public workers.
Tinubu to attend Joint Arab Islamic Summit in Saudi Arabia
“Nigeria will also advocate for renewed efforts to revive the two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace in the region.
Yamal doubt for Barca ahead of Real Sociedad clash
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said on Saturday he is unsure if teenage winger Lamine Yamal will be fit to start the La Liga leaders’ visit to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.
My life in danger, Abia PDP counsellorship candidate cries out
The counsellorship candidate of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for Okamu Ward, Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State in the November 2nd Local Government election, Hon. Igwe Akuma Akwu, has raised alarm, claiming that his life is in danger since after the council poll.
