The T-129 ATAK helicopters and King Air 360i aircraft acquired recently by FG will be inducted into battle today Tuesday, February 6
NAFâs spokesperson, Air Vice Marshall Edward Gabkwet, disclosed this in a statement yesterday saying the induction ceremony will be performed by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base, Makurdi, Benue state. Gabkwet said the event would signify a major boost to Nigeriaâs national defense capability under the current dispensation. The Nigerian […]
WHO has asked African Leaders to invest on the fight against Cancer
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has tasked African leaders with the urgent need to prioritize the prevention of cancer care by investing hugely in it. Describing the cancer situation in Africa as distressing, the global body warned that without prompt action, cancer-related deaths in the region could reach approximately one million per year by 2030. […]
Defence Headquarters warns HURIWA, threatens legal action over misinformation
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has addressed the concerns raised by the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) regarding the Chief of Defence Staff’s (CDS) approach to the prolonged crisis in Plateau State. The DHQ in a statement by the Acting Director of Defence Information (DDI) Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau informed that the formation of […]
First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu assures Nigerians that the hard times will soon come to an end
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has assured that the hard times being faced by Nigerians will soon come to an end with the right policies of the Federal Government. The Presidentâs wife gave the assurance on Monday in the State House during a meeting with the Governors Wives on her pet project, Renewed Hope […]
Nigerian Afrobeat stars lost to South-African singer Tyla at the 66th Grammy Awards
Nigerian Afrobeats stars at the 66th Grammy Awards as Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, Olamide and Asake failed to win from 10 nominations across five categories. The Nigerian contingent lost the inaugural âBest African Music Performanceâ trophy to South-African singer Tyla who earned the prize with her 2023 track, âWaterâ. All the categories the […]
Arsenal Beat Liverpool to reignite Premier League Title Race
Arsenal blew the Premier League title race wide open as Gabriel Martinelli punished a howler from Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker to inspire a crucial 3-1 win over the leaders on Sunday. Arsenalâs vital victory moved them into second, two points behind Liverpool after 23 games each. Champions Manchester City, who travel to Brentford later tonight, […]
Workers in the construction industry should begin a 3-day warning strike today
The workers, under the aegis of the National Union of Civil Engineering Construction, Furniture and Wood Workers (NUCECFWW) as well as the Construction and Civil Engineering Senior Staff Association (CCESSA), had last Friday directed their members to begin the warning strike today, despite the appeal by the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka […]
NCAA reads riot act to airlines over flight disruptions
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has read the riot act to domestic airline operators, expressing displeasure over the alarming reports of incessant delays, flight disruptions, and schedule changes without adequate notice to passengers. In a statement on Sunday, signed by its Acting Director General, Capt. Chris Najomo, it said errant airlines will be sanctioned […]
One dies as abducted Ekiti pupils and staff regain freedom
The pupils and teachers of the Apostolic Faith Montessori School in Emure Ekiti kidnapped on January 29 have regained their freedom. The schoolchildren were released earlier on Sunday. However, the driver, who was also among the abductees, was killed and burnt by the assailants. The Ekiti State Government has also confirmed the release of the […]
Namibia gets new President Mbumba hours after predecessor dies
Namibia has a new president, named Nangolo Mbumba just hours after, as vice-president, he had announced the death of his predecessor, Hage Geingob. The 82 year old Geingob died early on Sunday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in the capital, Windhoek. Mr Geingob had been diagnosed with cancer and revealed the details to […]