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UCL: Saka nets brace as Arsenal beat Monaco 3-0
Bukayo Saka delivered a standout performance, scoring twice as Arsenal defeated Monaco to solidify their position as strong contenders for the Champions League knockout stages. The Gunners dominated the first half, creating numerous opportunities but failing to convert enough to put the game out of reach earlier. Arsenal broke the deadlock in the 34th minute…
Two Killed in bomb explosion near Maiduguri housing estate
Two individuals lost their lives in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, on Wednesday. The tragic incident occurred at a housing estate under construction in Dalwa, a community located 175 kilometers from Maiduguri. The estate, which consists of 200 units, was the site of the…
Maduka Okoye undergoes successful surgery for torn ligament
Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has successfully undergone surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right hand. The Nigerian shot-stopper confirmed the success of the procedure on Wednesday, expressing his gratitude to the medical team and promising to support his teammates as he focuses on his recovery. Okoye had been playing through…
Niger LGA Chairman, Danlami Saku dies in Minna-Abuja road accident
Danlami Abdullahi Saku, the Chairman of Katcha Local Government Area in Niger State, has reportedly died following a tragic road accident. According to reports obtained by Naija News on Wednesday, two other individuals in the vehicle sustained varying degrees of injuries in the incident. The accident occurred on Tuesday evening near Kwakuti village along the…
Tragedy strikes Okuama community again as Leader, Pa Okugbaye dies in military custody
Residents of Okuama in Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State, are in shock and anger following the death of their 81-year-old treasurer, Pa Dennis Okugbaye, while in military detention. This tragic event occurred just six days after the death of Pa James Oghoroko, the community’s President-General, who also passed away in military custody. Pastor…
Latest Benue News Today, Thursday, December 12, 2024
2025 Budget Presentation: Governor Hyacinth Alia presented the 2025 budget, titled “Budget of Human Capital Development, Food Security, and Digital Economy,” to the Benue State House of Assembly. The budget is valued at ₦550.1 billion and aims to ensure progress, prosperity, and well-being for the state’s citizens. World Bank Rural Development Project: Benue State has…
Again, Naira crashes against Dollar for second time this week
The naira has once again depreciated against the dollar, marking its second drop in value since the beginning of the week. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the naira fell to N1,545 per dollar on Wednesday, down from N1,525, reflecting a loss of N20. In the parallel market, the naira also…
‘Tinubu may consider reducing fuel price to N300 per litre before Christmas’
In a bid to ease the economic challenges faced by Nigerians during the festive season, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has suggested that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu consider reducing the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N300 per litre for the upcoming Yuletide. George believes that…
Court orders police, DSS to seize copies of Farotimi’s book, halts sales
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja has issued a temporary injunction restraining human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, from publishing, selling, or distributing his controversial book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System. Justice Peter Kekemeke granted the order following an ex-parte application filed by Kehinde Ogunwumiju, Senior Advocate of…
BREAKIN: FIFA announces Saudi Arabia as host for 2034 World Cup
FIFA has officially confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 Men’s World Cup, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will co-host the 2030 tournament. To commemorate the centenary of the competition, three matches in the 2030 World Cup will also take place in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The host nations for both World Cups were…
Transfer: PSG eye January move for Victor Osimhen
Paris Saint-Germain are set to renew their interest in Victor Osimhen when the transfer window reopens in January. The Ligue 1 champions had been linked with a move for the Nigerian striker during the summer, but he opted for a season-long loan to Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray instead. Osimhen’s loan agreement includes a €75m…
Tottenham’s Richarlison announces he’s expecting first child with girlfriend
Tottenham striker Richarlison has revealed that he is expecting his first child, as his model girlfriend, Amanda, is pregnant. The couple shared the exciting news with their followers in a heartfelt Instagram post on December 10. In the post, Richarlison included a series of intimate and joyful photos, accompanied by the caption, “Now there are…
NPFL: Sunshine Stars appoint Abubakar Bala as new head coach
Abubakar Bala has been appointed as the new head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Sunshine Stars. Bala takes over the role at the Akure-based club following the resignation of Kennedy Boboye last month. Boboye stepped down, citing interference from the club’s management as the reason for his departure. Since Boboye’s exit, assistant…
Guardiola confirms he won’t manage another club after Man City
Pep Guardiola has revealed that managing Manchester City will be his final role in club football, before possibly taking on a national team job in the future. Since becoming City manager in 2016, Guardiola has led the club to 15 major trophies. The 53-year-old Spaniard was reportedly approached during the summer about the possibility of…
Nigeria to host Ladies’ Golf Championship in 2026
Nigeria has won the bid to host the 2026 edition of the prestigious All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT). The AACT, a biennial continental women’s golf championship, was first held in May 1992 in Zimbabwe. Nigeria previously hosted the event in 1996 at the Ikoyi Club 1938 and again in 2010 at the IBB International Golf…
BREAKING: Gov Alia presents N550bn 2025 budget to Benue Assembly
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, presented his 2025 Budget christened “Budget of Human Capital Development, Food Security, and Digital Economy,” to the State House of Assembly, in Makurdi. Addressing the legislators at the State Assembly complex, Governor Alia said the proposed budget, which is designed to ensure continued…
Troops nab two suspected kidnappers, recover ammo in Plateau
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) and the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division in Rukuba have apprehended two suspected kidnappers in Plateau State. This was disclosed by Maj. Samson Zhakom, the Media Officer of OPSH, during a press briefing on Wednesday in Jos, the state capital. According to Zhakom, the arrests were made on December 10…
Serie A: Conte considers Osimhen’s comeback as Lukaku underperforms for Napoli
Napoli manager Antonio Conte has hinted at a potential return for Victor Osimhen as the Italian club struggles with their attacking form, while current striker Romelu Lukaku has underperformed. The Partenopei endured a tough week, being eliminated from the Copa Italia with a 3-1 loss to Lazio, followed by a 1-0 defeat to the same…
BREAKING: Nigeria plunged into darkness again as national grid collapses 12th time in 2024
Nigeria was plunged into darkness on Wednesday after the national power grid collapsed once again. NewsNGR reports that the grid has now collapsed 11 times between January and November 2024. In October alone, the grid experienced three collapses within a single week, leading to widespread blackouts and significant public outcry. The official Twitter account of…
Top 5 countries with lowest female population
Countries with the lowest female populations relative to males are largely those with significant male labor immigration, especially in the Gulf region. These nations have a skewed gender ratio, primarily due to the influx of male migrant workers in industries such as construction and services. In contrast, countries like Russia, Latvia, and Japan have more…