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NIGER: Tanker explosion claims over 48 lives in Agaie
IN the early hours of today, a devastating tanker explosion happened on the Lapai-Agaie road, about 2 kilometers from Dendo Community in Agaie Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. The tragic incident, which took place around 12:30 a.m., involved a petrol tanker loaded with fuel that collided with a truck carrying passengers and cattle.…
NDLEA intercepts UK, Europe-bound cocaine in female sanitary pads
THE National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted shipments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids concealed in women’s sanitary pads and hair treatment cream containers, destined for the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Cyprus. According to a statement signed by the Director of Media and Advocacy, officers from the Directorate of Operations and General Investigation recovered…
NPFL: Away wins for Enyimba, Remo Stars, Tornadoes as Finidi’s Rivers United hold Insurance
ENYIMBA, Remo Stars and Niger Tornadoes all recorded away wins today as the Nigeria Premier Football League resumed fully with a full set of fixtures. Rivers United, in former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George’s first competitive match in charge, secured a draw at Bendel Insurance. Finidi’s former club Enyimba got a big away win…
Super Eagles have enough quality to beat any team — Eguavoen
SUPER Eagles caretaker head coach Austin Eguavoen has boasted that his squad is capable of securing victory against any opposition. The three-time African champions defeated Benin Republic 3-0 yesterday in Uyo in their opening 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture, taking them to the top of their group. “We have quality players to beat…
Paralympics: Oluwafemiayo wins Nigeria’s second gold, sets world record
TEAM Nigeria captain Folashade Oluwafemiayo rounded off the Paris 2024 Paralympics for the country with a world record and gold in powerlifting today. Oluwafemiayo lifted 167kg to break her own world record in women’s over 86kg powerlifting. She had already improved on her 165kg world record to guarantee gold, but still went ahead to take…
Tell Rotary’s compelling stories, PR expert charges members
Public Image chairpersons of clubs in Rotary International District 9111 and other Rotarians have been urged to tell the compelling stories of the humanitarian organisation’s projects to the general public. Delivering a presentation at the Irresistible Virtual Learning Session (IVLS 2.0) of RI District 9111 in Lagos on Saturday, the Secretary of the district’s Public…
Our NNPCL, their NNPCL, or whose NNPCL, anyway?
WHERE debates arise over ownership of property, our forebears drew from their perspicacity to reach decisions that may not be conclusive. There is wisdom, therefore, in the ancients saying, “someone is the owner of what belongs to us”. If we apply this saying to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, the subtleties of our…
At OAU, let there be light!
Man’s three basic needs or necessities are generally given as food (including water), clothing, and shelter. Food (including water) is needed to keep body and soul together and give us the energy required for our daily activities. Apart from air, food (including water) is the most basic – and important – of man’s needs. Water…
US: Harris, Trump to clash in high-stakes debate on Tuesday
It will be the first time Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet in person — and millions of Americans will get a ringside seat. The Democratic vice president and Republican former president will face off in Philadelphia on Tuesday in their first — and possibly only — televised debate before what promises to be a…
LAGOS: One dead as oil tanker rams into 10 vehicles in Maryland
One person has been confirmed dead in an accident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday at Maryland, Lagos State. According to eyewitness reports, the fatal accident involved a fuel tanker that ran over 10 vehicles, leaving one person dead opposite Kresta Laurel Plaza, Maryland. We gathered that the driver of the tanker was…
Pastor Jeremiah’s miracle water, soap under investigation – NAFDAC
THE National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an alert to Nigerians regarding the activities of a faith-based organisation, Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries, led by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin. In a statement released on Sunday, NAFDAC’s Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the agency claims the ministry is using its (NAFDAC)…
Okuama IDPs: The long road to relief and resettlement
From the Delta State Government to the leadership of the Ewu IDP Camp, the efforts so far have shown what is possible when leaders put humanity first. Hundreds of Okuama residents who bore the depressing badge of being candidates for collateral damage, now have the high hopes of safe return to their homes. Their story…
61 foreigners deported over irregular migration, says NIS
No fewer than 61 foreign nationals were deported by the Nigerian Immigration Service from the country in August 2024. This is because the new visa policy facilitated a total of 8,352 Visas on Arrival for travellers in the month under review. The figures were contained in a report by the service detailing the NIS achievements…
FRANCE: Over 100,000 protest against new Prime Minister
More than 100,000 left-wing demonstrators rallied across France on Saturday to protest against the nomination of the centre-right Michel Barnier as prime minister and denounce President Emmanuel Macron’s “power grab”. The interior ministry said 110,000 people took to the streets nationwide, including 26,000 in Paris, while one leading left-winger put the turnout across France at…
U-20 Women’s World Cup: Falconets fly past Venezuela into round of 16
AMINA Bello, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Flourish Sabastine and Joy Igbokwe were all on target late last night against Venezuela in Cali as the Falconets of Nigeria thrashed Venezuela 4-0 in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. With the comprehensive victory, the two-time finalists advanced into the round of 16 of the competition with six…
RIVERS: 10 kidnapped maritime travellers regain freedom
TEN maritime travelers who were abducted earlier this week along the Bonny-Port Harcourt waterway have regained their freedom. The victims were kidnapped on Monday, September 2 and police authorities had promised to investigate the incident and ensure the victims’ rescue. A source confirmed today that the victims had been released. According to the source, the…
BAYELSA: We will appeal court judgment against Olukoyede – EFCC
THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to appeal a ruling by Justice Isa Dashen of the Federal High Court in Bayelsa State involving the Commission’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. Justice Dashen warned that Olukoyede could face imprisonment for allegedly failing to comply with a court ruling in a case brought by Bliss…
Yar’adua’s mother made me who I am – Jonathan
FORMER President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan today expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Hajiya Dada Yar’Adua, the mother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, calling it a personal loss. He acknowledged that the late Dada played a pivotal role in his journey, noting that she was instrumental in shaping his path. Jonathan made these…
AFCON qualifiers: Super Eagles to start training as 18 players hit camp
THE Super Eagles will begin their preparation in full this evening for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Benin Republic and Rwanda. The team will start full training this evening at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, the venue of the clash against Benin Republic, from 5pm. As at this afternoon, 18…
A’IBOM: 12 political parties to participate in LG poll – AKISIEC
The Chairman, Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission, Aniedi Ikoiwak, has said that 12 political parties will participate in the October 5 Local Government election in the state. He said that the 12 parties had submitted names of their candidates and equally returned their nomination forms. Ikoiwak stated this in Uyo, the state capital while…