Falconets Edge Senegal 1–0 in U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier
Nigeria’s Falconets secured a crucial 1–0 victory over Senegal on Saturday in the first leg of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, played at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta, Ogun State. Both sides displayed grit and tactical discipline in a tightly contested encounter, with neither team able to break the deadlock in the […]
EPL: Cole Palmer Makes History as First Player to Score Three First-Half Hat-Tricks
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has etched his name into Premier League history, becoming the first player ever to score three first-half hat-tricks in the English top flight. Palmer achieved the historic milestone during Chelsea’s 3–1 Premier League victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux, scoring all three goals before half-time to put the Blues firmly in […]
EPL: Arteta Praises Gyökeres as Arsenal Extend Title Lead with Sunderland Win
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised Viktor Gyökeres for reaching the “highest level” after the Swedish striker scored twice in a commanding 3-0 Premier League victory over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. The win pushed Arsenal nine points clear at the top of the EPL table as the North London club continue their […]
Kwara Residents Flee to Niger After Deadly Terrorist Attack Leaves Woro Community Deserted
Residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have fled en masse to neighbouring Niger State following a deadly terrorist attack that reportedly claimed over 176 lives. The attack, which began on Tuesday evening and continued into Wednesday morning, triggered widespread panic, forcing families to abandon their homes and farmlands with […]
CAC Delists 400,000 Inactive Companies in 2025 to Clean Up Nigeria’s Corporate Registry
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has deregistered more than 400,000 inactive companies from Nigeria’s corporate registry in 2025 as part of sweeping reforms aimed at improving transparency, safeguarding the economy and restoring investor confidence. The Registrar-General of the CAC, Hussaini Magaji, SAN, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja during the commission’s monthly fitness walk, organised […]
Tinubu’s Ambassador-Designates in Limbo as Host Countries Raise Tenure Concerns
Storms may be gathering around several of President Bola Tinubu’s ambassador-designates as growing concerns emerge that host countries may reject some nominees due to the limited time left in the administration’s tenure. Findings reveal that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is grappling with the challenge of securing agrément—the formal consent required from receiving states—amid fears […]
Obi, Abaribe, Others Celebrate Pat Utomi at 70 in Week-Long National Tribute
Scholars, journalists, business leaders, traditional rulers and public officials converged across Nigeria to celebrate renowned political economist and public intellectual, Professor Pat Utomi, as he marked his 70th birthday. The week-long Pat Utomi @70 celebrations spanned symposium halls, church pews and grand receptions, highlighting not just his age, but a lifetime of impact, leadership, scholarship […]
Nigerian Scientist Kidochukwu Atube Makes Global Impact in Biomedical Research
Nigerian-born scientist, Kidochukwu Atube, is emerging as a notable force in global biomedical research, earning international attention for his growing contributions to science and innovation. Atube’s rising profile highlights the expanding influence of Nigerian-trained professionals in cutting-edge global research, particularly in biotechnology, drug formulation, and biomedical engineering. Originally from Delta State, Atube’s academic journey began […]
Oborevwori Joins Royal Fathers as Billionaire Matthew Tonlagha Marks 50th Birthday with Grand Praise Party in Warri
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, joined several royal fathers and top dignitaries in Warri on Saturday as billionaire businessman and Chairman of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, Matthew Tonlagha, marked his 50th birthday with a lavish all-white praise party. The high-profile celebration, held in Warri, Delta State, blended glamour, gratitude and deep spirituality, drawing influential personalities […]
APGA Chieftain Urges Soludo to Sack Non-Performing Commissioners, Advisers Ahead of Second Term
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State, Ben Obi, popularly known as Igwe APGA, has urged Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo to remove non-performing commissioners and political advisers as he prepares to begin his second term in office. Obi alleged that more than 80 per cent of Soludo’s current cabinet […]