The Zamfara Christian Fellowship Network has commended the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, for what it described as his sustained support for Christians in the state, particularly during Christmas. The group, in a statement on Tuesday by its chairman, Chigozie Emanuel, said Matawalle’s latest intervention underscored his commitment to peace, unity and […]

By Efe Onodjae  Popular comedian and show promoter, Olanrewaju Gregory popularly known as Larry J, has announced the fourth edition of his annual comedy showcase, slated for December 25, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, with activities running from 6.p.m till close to midnight. Speaking ahead of the event, Larry J described the show […]

By Favour Ulebor, Abuja Founder and Chief Servant of Kavod Relief Initiative KRI, Mr. Ransomed Chibueze, has said, football can serve as a powerful entry point for introducing underserved adolescents to technology and digital skills. Ransomed said this at the Football Meets Tech: Goals for Skills programme organised by Kavod Relief Initiative in partnership with […]

By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Cross River State Chapter, and Chairman of Peterson Electronics Group of Companies, High Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, has distributed 2,500 bags of rice to widows, physically challenged persons, non-indigenous communities and other residents of Calabar as part of his Christmas outreach. Speaking to journalists during the […]

By Favour Ulebor, Abuja In a bid to celebrate Christmas with patients who are unable to be with their families due to illness, a Nigerian lawyer and philanthropist, Mr. Babayemi Olaniyan, through the Lehi Social Impact Foundation, on Wednesday brought gifts and festive cheer to a hospital in Abuja, stating that joy has the power […]

Kepa Arrizabalaga was Arsenal’s League Cup quarter-final hero with the decisive penalty shoot-out save that completed a miserable evening for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix on Tuesday.

A private jet carrying the head of Libya’s armed forces requested emergency landing because of electrical failure before it crashed Tuesday, a senior Turkish official said.

Elias Achouri’s double helped Tunisia ease to a 3-1 win over Uganda in their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday.

Libya’s prime minister said the chief of staff of the country’s army and other military officials were killed in an airplane accident in Turkey on Tuesday after visiting Ankara.

The US State Department said Tuesday it would deny visas to a former EU commissioner and four others for seeking to “coerce” American social media platforms into censoring viewpoints they oppose.

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called for increased support for families of fallen and retired members of the Armed Forces, stressing that such support is necessary in recognition of their sacrifices for national unity and stability.

The United States has reacted to reports claiming that its Ambassador to Nigeria has been recalled following recent diplomatic exchanges between both countries, saying any change in ambassadorial posting is a normal process and not linked to bilateral tensions.

The Lagos State Police Command has rolled out robust security measures for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, deploying thousands of officers across the state to prevent crime, ensure free traffic flow and curb the rising incidence of fatal road accidents during the festive period.

Real Madrid’s out-of-favour Brazilian starlet Endrick has joined Lyon on loan, the Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday.

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Judicial Division, has granted interim bail to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, in a matter involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).