15th June 2024 The National Biosafety Management Agency has called on the general public to exercise caution over the recent cholera outbreak in some states across Nigeria. Head, Information and Communications for NBMA, Mrs Gloria Ogbaki, in a statement on Friday in Abuja, quoted the Director- General, NBMA, Dr Agnes Asagbra, as saying there was […]
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15th June 2024 A couple has been sentenced to lengthy prison terms after being convicted of human trafficking and operating a brothel. The 34-year-old Nigerian national, Jude Ikenna Ijegulu, and his 29-year-old partner, Elizabeth Botes, from Centurion in Pretoria, received their sentences in the Pretoria High Court. In addition, Ijegulu was sentenced to two life
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Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable, has been engaging in a heated exchange with social media influencer Saida Boj. Saida Boj, whose real name is Sarah Idaji Ojone, publicly criticized Portable, his wife, and his child’s mother. She accused Portable of having bad breath and a failing music career, and even insulted his
During an interview with Rolling Stone, renowned singer Shakira openly expressed her affection for Nigerian artist Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy. In addition to Burna Boy, Shakira also revealed her admiration for South African Grammy winner Tyla, showcasing her diverse taste in music. Shakira described her preference for music with an Afrobeats rhythm,
Why I love Burna Boy – Shakira Read More »
The war has created the worst humanitarian situation in the world with an estimated 756,000 people in Sudan facing ‘catastrophic food shortages’ by September. Soldiers from the Rapid Support Forces have besieged the city of el-Fasher for more than a month Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a major attack on el-Fasher in North Darfur
Sudan’s army repels major assault on el-Fasher; kills RSF commander Read More »
During his four-day visit, Li Qiang is visiting Adelaide, the capital, Canberra, and mining state Western Australia. China’s Premier Li Qiang Visits AustraliaChina’s Premier Li Qiang waves as he arrives at Adelaide airport in Australia Chinese Premier Li Qiang has said relations with Australia are “back on track” as he embarked on a four-day trip
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14th June 2024 The Federal Government has declared Monday, June 17 and Tuesday, June 18, 2024, public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir festival. In a statement on Friday signed by the Ministry of Interior’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Aishetu Ndayako, quoted the minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as congratulating all Muslim Ummah both at home and in
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14th June 2024 The anticipation is finally over as Euro 2024 kicks off tonight in Munich, marking the start of one of international football’s most prestigious tournaments. With 24 nations competing, the championship promises a thrilling month of top-tier action, featuring some of the sport’s biggest stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Jude Bellingham, and Kylian Mbappé.
UEFA Euro 2024 oldest, youngest squads Read More »
14th June 2024 Borussia Dortmund announced on Friday that defender Mats Hummels will leave after 13 years at the club. Hummels’ departure comes a day after coach Edin Terzic surprisingly announced he would leave the club, just two weeks after taking them to the Champions League final. During two stints at Dortmund, Hummels won two
World Cup winner Hummels leaves Dortmund after 13 years Read More »
14th June 2024 The Association of Local Government of Nigeria has raised concerns over the proposed N62,000 minimum wage, insisting that if approved, the wage may put a strain on the councils’ financial burden. The PUNCH reports that the Federal Government on Wednesday admonished organised Labour to consider the broader economic implications of its push
774 LGs can’t pay N62,000 minimum wage — ALGON boss Read More »
