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FG – Civil Servants To Receive First batch Sale Of 50kg rice for N40,000

FG - Civil Servants To Receive First batch Sale Of 50kg rice for N40,000

The Federal Government has disclosed that the first batch sale of the 50 kilograms (kg) bag of rice for N40,000 will be directed to those in the public service before being made available to other regions of the country.   The Minister of Agriculture, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who made this announcement during an interview, stated that […]

A Painting Of Sam Smith Unveiled In Central London

A Painting Of Sam Smith Unveiled In Central London

A painting of Sam Smith has been unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery in central London. Sam Smith described the work called Gloria, as “an honour”.  It is part of the singer songwriter’s own collection and shows them sitting in heavenly surroundings playing a harp, while wearing angel wings designed by JW Anderson. It will […]

D’Tigress confident of win against France in today’s Olympics women’s basketball game

D’Tigress confident of win against France in today’s Olympics women’s basketball game

Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, are confident about securing another victory in their second group-stage clash against the host nation, France, at the Paris 2024 Olympics women’s basketball game, scheduled for today, August 1. The team in a post on its X handle assured fans of their resilience and commitment, expressing their hunger for […]

IGP- Officers To Deal With Troublemakers In Nationwide Protests

IGP- Officers To Deal With Troublemakers In Nationwide Protests

In Regards to the nationwide protests , the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed his men across the country to “deal decisively” with arsonists and troublemakers during the #EndBadGovernance protests across the Federation starting today, August 1. In a statement he personally signed on the eve of the protests, Egbetokun said the […]

Gareth Southgate resigns as England Coach after Euro 2024 loss

England manager Gareth Southgate has resigned two days after his team’s defeat by Spain in the 2024 European Championship final.

England manager Gareth Southgate has resigned two days after his team’s defeat by Spain in the 2024 European Championship final. 53-year-old Southgate managed his country for 102 games in eight years in charge. His contract was set to expire later this year. Announcing his departure, Southgate said it has been the honour to play for […]

Kenyan anti-government protesters demand President Ruto’s resignation

Anti-government protesters in Kenya have returned to the streets, demanding for President William Ruto to resign

Anti-government protesters in Kenya have returned to the streets, demanding for President William Ruto to resign, despite his recent concessions. Reports say one man has been shot dead during a confrontation between the protesters and security forces on the outskirts of the capital. In central Nairobi, shops have been closed as police have fired tear […]

Wizkid Nominated for Seven Awards at Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA)

Wizkid has garnered significant recognition, securing nominations in seven categories at the upcoming AAE Awards

Nigerian Afrobeat sensation Wizkid has garnered significant recognition, securing nominations in seven categories at the upcoming Africa Arts Entertainments Awards (AAEA).  The AAEA aims to honor and celebrate the outstanding achievements of music artists across the African continent. Wizkid, a prominent figure in the Afrobeat genre, is set to compete in several key categories, including […]

Thomas Muller announces retirement from German national team

Thomas Mueller, is retiring from international football after a disappointing Euro 2024 that saw the host nation eliminated in the quarterfinals.

Germany striker, Thomas Mueller, is retiring from international football after a disappointing Euro 2024 that saw the host nation eliminated in the quarterfinals. Muller announced his decision in a video statement, after 131 national team games and 45 goals. The striker who turns 35 in September, will however, continue to play for his club Bayern […]

Donald Trump picks Senator Vance half his age as Running Mate

Donald Trump has named right-wing Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate in the US presidential election.

Donald Trump has named right-wing Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate in the US presidential election. The 78-year old Trump, announced his pick on the first day of the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, few days after an assassination attempt on him. The 39-year-old Vance embraces Trump’s anti-immigration America First movement. One of […]