FEC Approves Provisional licenses for 11 Private Universities
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), presided over by President Bola Tinubu today approved provisional licenses for 11 private Universities in Nigeria. Briefing State House Correspondents after the FEC meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa said President Tinubu is committed to expanding the frontiers of Educational opportunities and infrastructure, while […]
NNPC Reduces Pump Price of Petrol to N860 per liter
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reduced its pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, from N945 to N860 per liter. This adjustment comes a few days after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery lowered its ex-depot price, influencing market trends. As of the time of filing this report, there is […]
Flying Eagles to resume camping March 10 for U-20 AFCON Preparation
Nigeria’s U-20 boys, Flying Eagles, are now on a short break following their two-match tour of Cote d’Ivoire last week. Players and officials were given nine days off as they arrived from Abidjan, with the team to regroup in Abuja on Monday, March 10. Aliyu Zubairu’s charges will contend with Egypt, South Africa and Morocco […]
Trump Says US Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Will Kick Ahead From March 4
President Donald Trump says the long-threatened 25% US tariffs against Canada and Mexico will kick in from today Tuesday March 4. Trump has said the import taxes will force the US neighbours to take more action to curb illegal drugs and migrants entering the country A 10% tariff on Chinese imports is also expected, be […]
FEC Approves New Satellite System To Curb Illegal mining, Provisional licenses for 11 Private Universities
The Federal Executive Council has approved ₦2.5 billion for the acquisition of a new satellite system to curb illegal mining in Nigeria. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake while briefing State House Correspondents after yesterday’s FEC meeting, said the system when operational will enable the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to track mineral extraction, […]
Namibia’s Founding Father Najomo Receives State Burial after 21 Days of Mourning
Namibia’s founding president, Sam Nujoma, who steered the country to freedom from apartheid South Africa, was laid to rest in the country’s Heroes Acre cemetery at the weekend. It was attended by his widow, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and African leaders past and present, who all described Nujoma as an African icon, and a man […]
FA Cup quarter-final Man City to face Bournemouth, Fulham host Crystal Palace
Manchester City will face Bournemouth in the FA Cup quarter-final, while Aston Villa travel to second-tier Preston. After yesterday’s draw Fulham’s reward for beating holders Manchester United on penalties is a home tie against Crystal Palace. Brighton also beat Newcastle 2-1 after extra time yesterday and will face the winners of today’s fixture between Nottingham […]
NLC threatens Nationwide Protest over Electricity, Telecoms Tariffs hike
The Nigeria Labour Congress on Sunday directed its affiliates to be on alert for mass action if the Federal Government implements the telecommunication services charge contrary to the terms agreed by the 10-man committee. The decision was taken by the National Executive Council of the NLC during a meeting in Yola, Adamawa State, where the […]
Katy Perry will Launch to Space on Blue Origin Rocket
Pop star Katy Perry will head into space, as part of an upcoming all-women flight on Blue Origin’s New Shepherd rocket. The Firework singer will be joined by Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos’s fiancee Lauren Sanchez, CBS presenter Gayle King, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne […]
Davido Announces New Single “Be There Still”
Davido, has announced March 14 as the release date for his a new single “Be There Still”. He shared the news in a post on his X page, adding that the hit single will be the last to drop before his fifth album, ‘5IVE’ on April 18. The Grammy-nominated singer had previously dropped a hit single “Funds”, featuring […]