ILOT welcomes Tinubu to Warri, says visit holds great promise
The respected Itsekiri Leaders of Thought, ILOT, has described the planned visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu to Warri Kingdom, Thursday February 26, as a welcome development, saying the visit holds great promise for Itsekiri Nation. The Itsekiri leaders in a statement issued in Warri, Delta State, Tuesday February 24, noted that Itsekiri […]
Iran dismisses missile, nuclear claims after Trump alleges ‘sinister ambitions’
Tehran has repeatedly said it would respond firmly to any attack, warning that even a limited strike “would be regarded as an act of aggression”.
CBN reduces interest rate to 26.5%.
…As External Reserves hit $50.4 b …20 banks cross recapitalization threshold, mobilise N4.05 trn Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), yesterday, reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), the benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points from 27 per cent to 26.5 per cent. The Governor of the CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed […]
DSS captures sixth Owo church attacker
“He admitted his role in the Owo church attack, the Zuma Rock checkpoint assault, which claimed the lives of five soldiers, and several ISWAP kidnap operations,” the source disclosed.
Nigeria, 106 others back UN vote voicing support for Ukraine
The resolution passed by a tally of 107 countries in favour, 12 against, and 51 abstentions, which included the United States.
Trump claims Iran working on missiles that could hit US
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed Iran is seeking to develop missiles that can strike the United States and accused Tehran of working to rebuild a nuclear program that was targeted by American strikes last year.
Champions League: 4 teams secure Round of 16 spot
The first four teams to reach the UEFA Champions League last 16 have been confirmed following the conclusion of the knockout play-off second legs on Tuesday night. Atletico Madrid secured qualification with a dominant 4-1 victory over Club Brugge, completing a 6-3 aggregate win. Alexander Sorloth starred with a hat-trick at the Wanda Metropolitano to […]
Full list of players with Champions League hat-trick this season
Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sørloth has become the latest player to score a hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League this season.
Klinsmann condemns attack on Obi, warns of grave threat to democracy
Klinsmann said the attack, which reportedly occurred at the private residence of John Odigie-Oyegun in Edo State, must be treated with the utmost seriousness.
Reps urge Islamic leaders to offer Al-Qunut Prayers for Nigeria
Concerned Members of the House of Representatives have urged Islamic leaders across the country to offer Al-Qunut prayers in this holy month of Ramadan, specifically seeking Allah’s guidance to grant Nigeria what is best for the nation at this critical point in its history. The appeal comes as Muslims across the country observe Ramadan, a […]
N100m paid into IGP’s son’s personal account was an error – Police clarify
Hundeyin said Victor printed his bank statement and presented it to the police to confirm that the funds had been returned.
