FEC Approves ₦287.7bn for Roads, ₦12bn for Hospitals
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved another N287.73 billion for the execution of 14 road projects across the country. Briefing State House Correspondents after the 2nd day of the Federal Executive Council meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Minister of works, David Umahi, said this is aside the 10 road projects approved yesterday […]
Patrick Mahomes Praises Taylor Swift, Says He Owns Her Merch
Patrick Mahomes has nothing but praise for Taylor Swift! Speaking at a Super Bowl press conference on Feb. 3, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, 29, expressed admiration for the pop star, who is dating his teammate Travis Kelce. “Taylor Swift is the best,” Mahomes said, adding that he even owns some of her merchandise. Mahomes’ […]
Chelsea Climbs to Fourth with Comeback Win
Chelsea returned to the top four in the Premier League after coming from behind to beat West Ham on former manager Graham Potter’s return to Stamford Bridge. After fellow top-four contenders Manchester City and Newcastle lost at the weekend, the Blues were made to work hard for the three points which came thanks to a […]
South Africa Orders Taiwan to Relocate Embassy
South African government has given Taiwan until the end of March to relocate the island’s de facto embassy outside of the capital city Pretoria. Taiwanese Foreign Ministry announced this in a statement and blamed Chinese pressure for the move. It said the demand “shows China’s suppression against Taiwan in South Africa is becoming more serious”, […]
FEC Approves $1.07B for Healthcare Reforms
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a total of $1.07 billion in financing for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) program. Briefing newsmen after yesterday’s FEC meeting, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who reeled out some of the Council’s approvals, revealed […]
Grammys 2025: See the Complete Winners List!
Who took home an award at the 2025 Grammy Awards? The annual music awards, hosted by Trevor Noah, took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night, bringing together some of the industry’s biggest stars eager to take home a prestigious gramophone trophy. Beyoncé led the nominations with 11, followed by Charli XCX, […]
Aston Villa Sign Marcus Rashford on Loan
Aston Villa have completed the loan signing of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. The 27-year-old Rashford has joined on a deal until the end of the season, which includes an option to buy. Manchester United sources said the terms mean a minimum of 75% of Rashford’s wages will be covered. Villa are not paying a […]
Three More Hostages Freed in Gaza as Ceasefire Holds
Palestinian militants have released three more hostages in the Gaza Strip as part of the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. In exchange, Israel was to release 183 Palestinian prisoners to complete the hostage handover for the past weekend. A truce in Gaza has been held for nearly two weeks, with Four swaps freeing 18 hostages and […]
NARD Urges FG to Settle Outstanding MRTF
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has appealed to the Federal Government to pay the 2023 and 2024 outstanding Medical Residency Training Funds (MRTF). Its President, Dr Osundara Tope-Zenith, who made the appeal at a news conference to mark the end of the 2025 National Executive Council (NEC) meeting and Scientific conference of the […]
NCDC Urges Caution Over Ebola Outbreak
The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has urged Nigerians to adopt preventive measures against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) following the confirmation of an outbreak in Uganda. He advised the public to maintain strict hygiene practices, including frequent handwashing with soap and water or using hand […]
