From Wigmore Hall to Lagos, Rebeca Omordia redefines classical music
By Prisca Sam-Duru When the echoes of the ojà (flute) and the talking drum first met the sophisticated acoustics of London’s Wigmore Hall, a new era of classical music was born. At the center of this cultural revolution is Rebeca Omordia, the acclaimed Nigerian-British concert pianist who is playing a pivotal role in bringing African […]
2027: We don’t need to have a governor to mobilize for Tinubu – Wike
By Idowu Bankole Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said the people of Rivers State do not have a governor to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu, come 2027. The Minister disclosed this on Saturday, in Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State, while commissioning Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors headquarters, housing […]
EPL: Arteta backs confident Gyokeres to hit ‘highest level’
Mikel Arteta said Viktor Gyokeres has raised his game to the “highest level” after the much-criticised striker scored twice in a 3-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday.
We stand in solidarity with Kwara, Shettima says in condolence visit over Woro incident
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Saturday received Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shetima on a condolence visit to the state over the recent terrorist attack in Woro (Kaiama) in which at least 75 innocent lives were lost.
Barca beat Mallorca 3-0 to extend Liga lead
Earlier on Saturday, La Liga postponed Rayo Vallecano’s home match against Real Oviedo because of the condition of the pitch at the Madrid’s side’s Vallecas stadium.
Snake Bite: Why we could not save Nwangene – FMC Jabi CMD
The Chief Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Professor Saad Ahmed, has explained to the Senate why the hospital could not save Abuja-based singer, Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah, who died after suffering a snake bite at her residence.
NAFDAC war on fake drugs saving Nigerian lives – Sen. Natasha
She described NAFDAC’s action as a critical step towards safeguarding public health and saving Nigerian lives.
Gyokeres double helps Arsenal stretch Premier League lead
Arsenal moved ever closer to a first Premier League title for 22 years as a 3-0 win over Sunderland took the Gunners nine points clear at the top of the table.
You’ll reap what you sow, Wike tells Govs, others supporting Fubara
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday issued a stark warning to Nigerian politicians, especially second term governors and other leaders, claiming that a “message from the gods” portends a grim fate for those who align with “betrayers.”
Electoral Act: Senate won’t be intimidated, says Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said the Senate will not be intimidated but will do what is right to give Nigerians an Electoral Act that will advance democracy.
APC Chieftain Blankson appointed Bayelsa Director of City Boy Movement, reiterates commitment to youth empowerment, mobilisation
The national leadership of the City Boy Movement has appointed Bayelsa-based APC chieftain, Barrister Osomkime Blankson, as the State Director of the organisation. The appointment, announced in a statement, is part of efforts to strengthen the Movement’s grassroots structures and expand programmes aimed at youth engagement and leadership development across the South-South region. Barrister Blankson, […]
