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President Bola Tinubu will, on Tuesday, April 23, depart Abuja for the Kingdom of the Netherlands on an official visit, according to presidential spokesperson Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. Ngelale said the president will engage in high-level discussions with Netherlands Prime Minister, Mark Rutte, as well as hold separate…
5 Mar
Anthony Joshua has vowed to “make a statement” and deliver a knockout victory over Francis Ngannou in Friday’s crossover super-fight in Saudi Arabia, reports Sky Sports.
29 Feb
Saudi Arabia's football governing body on Thursday suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for one game over a gesture he made on the pitch last weekend that was judged a "provocation".
11 Feb
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) yesterday warned intending pilgrims for this year’s Hajj against hiding prohibited items in their luggage while departing for Saudi Arabia.
10 Feb
Saudi Arabia said on Saturday that Israel's planned army operation in overcrowded Rafah would cause a "humanitarian catastrophe" and called for the United Nations Security Council to intervene.
9 Feb
Some of the clubs in the Saudi Arabian Professional League are strongly interested in snapping up Nigerian defender, William Troost-Ekong ahead of the summer transfer window.
6 Feb
The Niger State government and CBM Developments have signed a groundbreaking agreement, "The Niger Irrigation Infrastructure Advancement Scheme," aimed at significantly enhancing irrigation across 50,000 hectares of land. This ambitious project promises to revolutionize agriculture in the state, bolstering food security and economic prosperity. Renowned irrigation specialist CBM Developments, led by Chairman Telia J. Urey,…
5 Feb
Defence Ministers of Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) has made a bold commitment to boost collaboration against terrorism. Since the start of Boko Haram in 2009 in Northeast Nigeria, a coalition had been mooted to combat the deadly group which had over time expanded its atrocities to other parts of Northern states. The increasing…
5 Feb
Former governor of Yobe State, Bukar Abba Ibrahim, has passed on at 73 years of age.
1 Feb
Minister of State, Defense, Bello Matawalle has visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to attend a conference of Ministers of Defence from Africa, Europe and Arab nations.
1 Feb
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has secured a deal with Saudi Arabia service providers to ease the comfort of Nigerians during the 2024 pilgrimage. Specifically, NAHCON secured cost reduction on pilgrims' accommodation in Makkah, Madina, and Masha'ir and cut VAT on other services due for Nigerian pilgrims. Addressing state chief executives of hajj…
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The United States will withdraw some troops from Chad, the Pentagon has said, days after Washington agreed to move forces out of neighboring Niger.
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The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC), has sealed many unregistered bakeries for operating without the agency’s approval in Plateau.
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Angry at their government agreeing to cede territory to arch-foe Azerbaijan, dozens of Armenian protesters have blocked major highways and vowed to fight the transfer of land they say is rightfully theirs.
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Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel said forward Serge Gnabry "will play and will score" in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg at home to Real Madrid, but Leroy Sane's status for the match is in doubt.
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A growing body of research is shedding light on the disadvantages of ultra-processed foods on cardiovascular health. These foods, which include popular items like burgers, fries, and soft drinks, have been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a broad term used for conditions that affect the heart and blood…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has requested a refund of $845,000 from the American International School, Abuja (AISA), allegedly paid in advance by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello for his children's education. The move comes amidst an investigation into Bello for suspected money laundering activities. EFCC chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed Bello withdrew…
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The Oyo state government said it will invest the sum of N691.3 million in Wema Bank. This was confirmed in a statement on Thursday after the Oyo State Executive Council met. The Council met on Tuesday, April 23 and approved five projects including investing in Wema Bank. READ ALSO: CBN gives banks two years to…
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The toxicology test conducted in the United States to determine the cause of death of the late musician Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, has been completed and submitted to authorities, according to an anonymous source. This development came after months of speculation surrounding Mohbad's death on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27.…
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The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) says only 58,000 doctors renewed their annual practice licence out of the 130,000 registered doctors in the country.