Nigerian dentist gets Florence Nightingale Peace Award
By Kingsley Adegboye In recognition of outstanding excellence and commitment to healthcare delivery, Dr. Joan Agbonikhena, Clinical Director at De-Twist Dental Specialist Magodo, has been nominated and subsequently honoured with the prestigious Florence Nightingale Peace Award by UN-POLAC. The award, conferred on April 29, 2026, is a distinguished international recognition presented to professionals whose work […]
Iran FA pulls out of FIFA congress in Canada over airport ‘insult’
Top Iranian football officials have left Canada before the start of the FIFA Congress because of the behaviour of officials during immigration checks at Toronto’s international airport, Iranian media reported Wednesday.
Tension rises in Benue as residents raise alarm over influx of armed herdsmen
Residents of Logo Local Government Area LGA, in Benue state have raised alarm over what they describe as a heavy influx of armed Fulani herdsmen into the Gaambe-Tiev axis, a development that is reportedly heightening tension across affected communities.
Champions League: Arteta charges players to ‘make a statement’
Mikel Arteta has called on his Arsenal players to grasp the opportunity and make history as the club returns to the Champions League semi-finals for the second consecutive season.
NBA condemns extrajudicial killing of suspect in Delta
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the killing of a suspect by a police officer in Delta State, describing it as a clear violation of the rule of law.
2027: Makinde rejects religion in successor decision-making process
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that he will not be pressured into choosing his successor based on religious considerations ahead of the 2027 governorship transition, insisting that competence and continuity of good governance must come first.
