Why labour movement will miss Ugboaja — NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has mourned the death of its General Secretary, Emmanuel Ugboaja, describing him as a towering figure whose departure has left a deep void in the Nigerian labour movement.
Igbos built Nollywood but Yorubas have become dominant — Francis Duru
According to the actor, Igbo traders played a major role in developing the home-video market that eventually evolved into the Nollywood industry known globally today.
Evolution of world’s best-selling car, Corolla
Some of its closest rivals are the Ford F-Series at about 43 million units, Volkswagen Golf at 37 million, Volkswagen Passat at 34 million and Honda Civic at 28 million
2027: Tinubu’s re-election non-negotiable, says BTO coalition
— Targets one million votes for President in Ondo By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The BTO Coalition Platform for PBAT 2027, a group campaigning for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu, has declared that his return to office in 2027 is “non-negotiable”, citing what it described as his achievements across various sectors. The coalition […]
Aiyedatiwa cuts Ondo domestic debt by 82.6%, attracts $4bn investments
— Creates 6,000 jobs, completes 200km roads in 18 months By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The Ondo State Government says it has reduced the state’s domestic debt by 82.6 per cent in the last 18 months, attracted investment proposals worth $4 billion and created more than 6,000 jobs. The government also said it had […]
‘708.55GB gone’ — Nigerian lawyer threatens to sue MTN over rapid data loss
A Nigerian lawyer, Zaenab Olawunmi Adams, has demanded an explanation from telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria over the alleged rapid depletion of her 800GB annual data plan.
Arsenal face depleted Aston Villa, Tottenham splash £300m on reinforcements
Ezri Konsa could make his Arsenal debut to a frosty reception on his return to Villa Park.
EPL: Liverpool host Forest as Reds continue pursuit of Barcola
A source close to the negotiations said that transfer talks with the European champions are “on the right track”, for a reported package worth up to £120 million ($163 million) to buy Barcola.
2027: EU backs efforts to improve electoral inclusion of Nigeria’s displaced citizens
The European Union, through its Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) programme, has convened a two-day stakeholder engagement meeting aimed at improving the participation of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Gunfire, as Niger insurgents attempt to storm presidential palace
Niger’s presidential guard on Saturday repelled “insurgents within the armed forces” who tried to enter the presidential palace in Niamey
Iran president backtracks, admits US sanctions hurting economy
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has admitted that US sanctions on his country are hurting its economy, despite just days ago insisting they would achieve nothing.
