FTC eyes Pan-African growth, encourages investment in capital market
….Celebrates 50th anniversary Peter Egwuatu & PreciousEnaike The Group Managing Director/Chairman of Financial Trust Company (FTC), Mr Omoniyi Ajayi, has announced the company’s plans for pan African growth preparatory to its 50th anniversary celebration, while describing the milestone as a testament to endurance, institutional vision, and sustained trust within Nigeria’s evolving capital market.Speaking at a […]
Nigeria’s first cardiology, nephrology professor Olurotimi pushes healthcare innovation
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – IN a bid to take the nation’s healthcare services to an enviable height, Nigeria’s first cardiologist and nephrology professor, Prof. Olurotimi John Badero, has pushed for stronger healthcare capacity, innovation, and training to equip healthcare professionals in the health sector. Prof Badero who is a U.S.-based physician and the world’s […]
Tinubu mulls reciprocal visa-free deal with Rwanda in Pan-African spirit
In a determined effort to review consular matters, President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday said Nigeria will consider reciprocating Rwanda’s 30-day visa-free status for Nigerians in the spirit of Pan-Africanism.
2027: Maku, Abbo, others obtain Labour Party nomination forms
The Labour Party National Secretariat recorded a surge in activities yesterday as aspirants from across Nigeria trooped to obtain nomination forms for 2027 polls.
Man City see off Crystal Palace to keep pressure on Arsenal
Manchester City’s second string eased past Crystal Palace 3-0 on Wednesday to climb just two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal with two games remaining of a captivating title race.
Alaves end champions Barca’s bid for 100-point record
Newly-crowned Spanish champions Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat by Alaves on Wednesday, ending their bid to match the all-time La Liga record points total of 100.
PSG clinch fifth straight Ligue 1 title
Paris Saint-Germain secured their fifth straight French Ligue 1 title on Wednesday as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s strike set up a decisive 2-0 win away to nearest rivals Lens.
Bayelsa East Groups back Senator Agadaga’s re-election, vow to uphold 2022 zoning greement
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Stakeholders from the Bayelsa East Senatorial District have endorsed the incumbent senator representing them, Senator Benson Agadaga, to run for a second term. Leading the stakeholders, Dr. Iti Orugbani, a former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism yesterday in Yenagoa, said the endorsement was based on the federal lawmaker’s track record of […]
World Cup: US waives $15,000 visa bonds for fans from 5 African countries
The administration of Donald Trump has waived visa bond requirements for confirmed 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders from five African countries.
2027: Makinde defends choice of successor, says party colour doesn’t matter
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has said that his priority was to have a capable candidate who can move the state forward succeed him.
Le Mans promoted to Ligue 1 for first time since 2010
Le Mans were officially promoted to Ligue 1 on Wednesday after the French league (LFP) awarded them a 2-0 win in their interrupted final game of the season at Bastia.
