The session will be led by Rep. Chris Smith, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, who has long pushed for action on the issue. Smith previously introduced a resolution identifying the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore as groups of concern, recommending visa bans and […]
In a statement posted on X, the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection condemned the incident, describing it as “unacceptable behavior” that jeopardized the safety of both passengers and crew. “There is zero tolerance for unruly behavior aboard an aircraft. Both individuals will face the full consequences of the law,” the NCAA spokesperson […]
The defection came ahead of the planned defection of Agbu Kefas, governor of Taraba, to the APC. In a viral video, the lawmakers were seen swapping their caps for those emblazoned with the insignia of President Bola Tinubu. The legislators were also handed brooms, the symbol of the APC. Recall that in a chat with journalists, the […]
The 34-year-old fell ill while undergoing pre-season fitness testing at São Paulo’s training centre last Tuesday, prompting immediate medical attention. According to a statement released on Monday, São Paulo confirmed that Oscar had been released from the renowned Einstein Israelita Hospital on Sunday. The club reassured fans, stating that the player was “stable and clinically […]
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Abubakar Kotarkoshi, the armed attackers, wielding sophisticated weapons, invaded the school at about 4:00 am and opened fire as they forced their way in. The terrorists reportedly abducted 25 students and killed a staff member, identified as Hassan Makuku, while another, Ali Shehu, sustained […]
Pedro described these reports as “false, misleading, and irresponsible,” emphasizing that the actor’s release was not the result of any judicial clearance but rather the completion of his prison sentence. Speaking to journalists in Lagos, Pedro specifically addressed claims made by actor Yomi Fabiyi, who alleged in a social media post that Baba Ijesha had […]
Parents of Nigerian students studying abroad on government scholarships blocked the entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja. The parents are demanding the payment of outstanding allowances owed to their children. Read Also: #FreeNnamdiKanu: Protesters Defy Security Warning The protesters said their children, who are on various bilateral education agreements and other scholarship […]
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade. At the launch, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, said the initiative was central to the government’s innovation drive. In his words, “The President has challenged us to look for the next Moonshot within our tertiary institutions. “We […]
This recognition was announced by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, as part of the final shortlist leading up to the awards ceremony set for Wednesday, November 19, in Rabat, Morocco. The ceremony will honor the top performers in African football for the period between January 6 and October 15, 2025. On the men’s side, […]
The incident occurred at approximately 10:35 AM on Saturday when Nabilat went to fetch water from the well. According to reports, she slipped and fell into the well while attempting to retrieve water. The Kwara State Fire Service responded to the scene after receiving a distress call from a witness named Mayowa, who had observed […]