It is the second time in 20 years that the event will have been held in the world’s most populous nation. The city of Ahmedabad in the west of the country has been chosen ahead of Abuja in Nigeria by an evaluation commission from governing body Commonwealth Sport. The decision to hold the games there […]
In a recent emotinal interview with his colleague Biola Bayo, Ojelade detailed the experience that led to his seven-day detention at the Oba Custodial Centre in Ogun. According to him, the ordeal began when he was falsely accused of stealing gold chains from a female friend’s store in Abeokuta, adding that he grew close to the woman, […]
Actor, Kunle Afod announced her passing in a recent post on his Instagram page, sharing a video of her, Afod expressed sorrow over her demise and prayed for the repose of her soul. “We finally lost her. May her perfect soul continue to rest in peace. Iya Ile Okan, it’s a final wrap,” he wrote. Fans and […]
Recall that the trial judge, Justice James Omotosho, directed the association to independently assess Kanu’s health status following conflicting medical reports presented by the defence and the prosecution. Kanu is currently being prosecuted by the Federal Government on charges relating to alleged terrorism. Relying on the medical findings and in the absence of any objection […]
Indonesia’s hopes of qualifying for the tournament in North America ended with defeats to Iraq and Saudi Arabia in the past week. The 49-year-old Netherlands and Barcelona great, was in charge for just eight matches. He won three of his games in charge, losing four and drawing one. Writing on Instagram, Kluivert called it “an […]
The Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 32 Artillery Brigade, Major Njoka Irabor, disclosed this in a statement on the official X account of the Nigerian Army, saying the tragedy occurred when the bus driver, travelling from Akure to Abuja, experienced mechanical problems near a military checkpoint in Akunu, Akoko North-East Local Government Area of Ondo […]
The development has, however, ignited fears of a one-party state, with opposition leaders condemning the mass movement to the ruling party. Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and the 2023 Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, dismissed the defections as acts of desperation by politicians seeking personal survival. They declared that the “battle line is drawn,” […]
The ceremony which held at the Government House on Tuesday, according to a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, emphasized that the appointments were made strictly on merit. He warned the newly inaugurated officials against corruption and actions that could undermine the integrity of his administration. “These appointments are not rewards or […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, announced the development on Wednesday via its official X handle. Nigeria will formally assume the role on November 1, 2025. The G-24, established in 1971, serves as a platform for developing nations to coordinate their positions on international monetary and development finance issues, ensuring their collective interests are represented […]
Alabrah announced that the governor resigned from the PDP with the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere, along with all the PDP members in the state legislature. Diri’s resignation from the PDP brings to an end months of speculation over his alleged move to the All Progressives Congress, but Alabrah […]