Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosts Morocco, defending champions Ivory Coast, and Nigeria’s Super Eagles are expected to headline the top-seeded nations for the 2025 tournament draw, scheduled for January 27 in Rabat. A Confederation of African Football (CAF) official, speaking anonymously to AFP, indicated that the latest FIFA world rankings would likely determine the … Read more
Serie A’s bottom-placed club Monza parted ways with head coach Alessandro Nesta on Monday, following a 2-1 defeat to Juventus that left the team five points away from safety. Nesta, a 2006 World Cup winner with Italy during his playing days, managed just 20 matches in all competitions after taking charge in July. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has signed the State 2025 Appropriation Bill of N607 billion into law. Speaking during the event at the Governor’s Lodge, Awka on Monday, Soludo expressed the confidence that the budget would catalyze change in the state in the coming year. “With this signing, Anambra state will be ready to begin … Read more
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that winger Bukayo Saka will be sidelined for “many weeks” due to a hamstring injury sustained during Saturday’s 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace. The 23-year-old England international, who has contributed nine goals and 13 assists in 24 matches across all competitions this season, was forced off the pitch and … Read more
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that the country is moving forward regardless of critics of his economic policies. Tinubu disclosed this during his maiden media chat aired on Monday from Lagos. This comes as the president insisted that the country is on a path of recovery despite economic hardship. Speaking on the 2025 … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said he has no intention to prune down the size of his cabinet. Tinubu disclosed this in his first Presidential Media Chat on Monday. This comes amid calls for the president to downsize his cabinet, which includes over 50 ministers. However, while fielding questions during the media chat, Tinubu explained that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu on Monday said that the borrowing envisaged in the 2025 budget was targeted at providing critical infrastructure. The President, in his maiden media chat, said the country had a serious infrastructure shortage. “We have to put money on the long-term matching projects, we don’t have the short-term funds to manage long-term projects. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu says he has confidence in the security architecture of Nigeria. The President said this during his maiden media chat on Monday. “It is very unfortunate that we have had wanton killings in the past. I remember when I jumped into the campaign. I had to stop the campaign to pay condolence visits … Read more
A former Zenith bank manager, Fidelis Egueke, has been sentenced to six months in prison by a Chief Magistrate’s Court in Asaba, Delta State, for defrauding a victim of $46,900 under false pretenses. The judgment was delivered by Chief Magistrate Callistus Isioma Moeteke. The case was brought to court by prosecutor Raphael Ogechi Eze of … Read more
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has called on the Federal Government to urgently repair the collapsed Alau Dam, which caused severe flooding in Maiduguri and nearby communities. The Alau Dam, located in Konduga, was built between 1984 and 1986 to supply water for farming and household use in Maiduguri. Its failure recently led to … Read more
A Lagos Magistrate’s Court in Ogba yesterday denied a police request to remand popular TikToker Olumide Ogunsanwo, also known as SeaKing, and instead granted him bail. SeaKing was arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for allegedly inciting the public. He had called on Nigerian youths to retaliate against police brutality and reportedly criticized President … Read more
Powell Homes and Shelters recently hosted an end-of-year celebration and awards ceremony to honor their clients, partners, and employees. The event, covered by Ekohotblog, was held at the company’s headquarters on Umuamulu Street, Independence Layout, featured entertainment, recognition, and generous rewards for outstanding performances. The Managing Director, Arc. Emmanuel Chibuikem Onyekachi, expressed his gratitude to … Read more
Anglican Leader Raises Alarm Over Hunger and Stampede Deaths in Nigeria The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Nicholas Ndukuba, has expressed concern over the rising number of deaths caused by stampedes during food distribution events, attributing them to widespread hunger in the country. Speaking in Abuja, he urged immediate action … Read more
NCC and CBN direct banks and telecoms to resolve N250bn USSD debt. 60% of pre-API invoices due by January 2025, full payment by July 2025. 85% of post-API debts to be paid by December 31, 2024. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and … Read more
Blessing Jonathan arrested for allegedly throwing her baby into a river. She reported the baby missing, but the body was found, leading to her confession. Jonathan cited social stigma and abandonment as reasons for her actions. The Nigeria Police Force in Delta State has confirmed the arrest of Blessing Jonathan, a young mother accused of … Read more
Hoodlums attacked Etsu Lokoja’s palace, destroying property and setting a vehicle on fire. Etsu Lokoja calls for peace and investigation into the attack. The attack occurred before the Lokoja ’24 Nupe Cultural Fiesta event. Hoodlums attacked the palace of Etsu Nupe Lokoja, HRH Emmanuel Akamisoko Dauda-Shelika, over the weekend, causing severe damage and setting a … Read more
The naira appreciated by N135 against the dollar, closing at N1,640 in the parallel market on Monday. In the official market, the naira strengthened to N1,539.55 from N1,541.68. The currency gains coincide with the Nigerian government’s announcement of a three-day public holiday for Christmas and New Year. The naira saw a significant appreciation against the … Read more
Tinubu urges Nigerians to reduce electricity bills by switching off lights. Electricity and petrol price hikes have sparked public criticism. Edwin Clark calls on Tinubu to avoid nepotism in appointments. President Bola Tinubu has advised Nigerians to switch off their lights to help reduce electricity bills amidst rising energy costs. Following his inauguration in May … Read more
Ardogreen Energy, HSI Energies sign agreement Idigbe Says The Transaction Supports President Tinubu’s One-Million-Barrel Project To Increase Production Ardogreen Energy Limited, a subsidiary of Messrs Ardova Plc. and Petrodev Oil and Gas Limited, has entered into a Risk Service Agreement with Messrs HSI Energies Limited for the development of the Olua Field on Petroleum Prospecting … Read more
‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Becomes Highest Grossing Nollywood Movie in 2024 Funke Akindele ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Earns N511m in 12 Days Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele recently took to social media to express her gratitude to both God and her fans as her latest movie, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” achieved remarkable success at the box office. … Read more