English club Everton have set their sights on Samuel Chukwueze as a potential target for the upcoming winter transfer window. This development follows recent reports that AC Milan would be open to loan or permanent transfer offers for Chukwueze in January 2025. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies … Read more
Nine Northern states in Nigeria are currently experiencing widespread power outages following the latest collapse of the national electricity grid, marking the fourth incident in less than about 8 days. Kunle Olubiyo, President of the Nigeria Consumer Protection Network, confirmed this development in a statement released on Monday night. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja … Read more
The United Kingdom government has explained the reasons behind the denial of landing slots at Heathrow Airport for Nigerian flag carrier Air Peace. This explanation was provided in a letter from the UK’s Secretary of State for Transport, Louise Haigh, to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in response to a diplomatic … Read more
More details have emerged regarding the removal of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), Adegboyega Fasasi. Reports indicate that Fasasi was removed by the new Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Tosin Adeola Ajayi. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears Up for … Read more
Head Coach Justine Madugu has announced a squad of 25 players, including captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, for two upcoming international friendly matches against Algeria, scheduled to take place in Lagos at the end of this month. The matches will be held at the scenic Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Lagos Island on Saturday, … Read more
I fondly recall my time at Ijebu-Jesa Grammar School in Osun State, specifically from 1979/80 to 1982/83. This period stands out due to the Unity Party of Nigeria’s (UPN) Free Education programme, spearheaded by the late Obafemi Awolowo. Under this initiative, education was completely free, covering everything from school fees to basic supplies like pencils … Read more
An erstwhile President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, says the growing number of out-of-school children in the country poses a great security risk for the nation in the future. He said that the over 20 million out of school children in Nigeria are only being prepared for recruitment into Boko Haram and banditry in the next … Read more
The Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Tosin Ajayi, has removed Adeboyega Fasasi from his role as Chief Security Officer (CSO) to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Reliable security sources confirmed this to Daily Nigerian over the weekend, revealing that Fasasi has been replaced by Rasheed Atanda Lawal, a deputy director currently enrolled … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). According to a statement by Stanley Nwokocha, the Vice President’s spokesperson, Shettima will represent Nigeria at the international event scheduled to take place in Apia, Samoa, from October 21 to 26. The 2024 … Read more
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), an independent non-profit organization advocating for press freedom globally, has condemned the ongoing detention of four journalists facing cybercrime allegations in Nigeria. On September 20, police in Lagos arrested Olurotimi Olawale, editor of the National Monitor newspaper, and Precious Chukwunonso, publisher of a private news platform. Five days later, … Read more
Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has assured Nigerians that they will soon witness the positive results of the President’s efforts upon his return to the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Tinubu returned to Nigeria on Saturday after a two-week vacation abroad. Speaking to journalists at the airport, Gbajabiamila explained … Read more
A brace from Shakirat Moshood, along with goals from Peace Effiong and Chidera Chidi, powered Nigeria’s Flamingos to a dominant 4-0 victory over tournament debutants Ecuador in their second Group A match at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Saturday. The Flamingos, who opened the competition with a 4-1 win against New Zealand, now … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released $547.7 million (N823.19 billion at the official exchange rate of N1,503.3/$1) to Nigerians for food importation in the second quarter of 2024. This amount marks a 20.6% decrease from the $689.88 million recorded in the first quarter, with a corresponding reduction of N80.76 billion when converted to naira. … Read more
Nigeria’s national grid has experienced yet another collapse, marking the third incident in just one week. The latest failure occurred early Saturday morning, plunging numerous states into complete darkness. Data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org) indicated that as of 9:20 AM today, the grid recorded zero megawatts (MW), exacerbating the ongoing power crisis … Read more
The peaceful coastal town of Idado in Ibeju-Lekki came alive with grace, joy, and a strong sense of community as the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and three-day retreat. The event celebrated the conclusion of President Opeluwa Balogun’s successful tenure and marked the beginning of a new chapter … Read more
Nigeria’s Flamingos are focused on clinching another victory against Ecuador at the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The West African team will face the debutants in their second match of the tournament at CFC Stadium, Santiago de los Caballeros, today (Saturday). EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies … Read more
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have reportedly arrested journalist Edna Ulaeto, a staff member of OrderPaper, following a raid on her residence early Friday morning. According to a statement from the management of OrderPaper, a group of armed men identifying themselves as DSS officers from the Office of the National Security Adviser … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported the vandalism of two towers along its 330kV Shiroro-Kaduna transmission lines, resulting in power outages affecting parts of Kano and Kaduna states. In a statement signed by TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the company confirmed that the damage occurred on both transmission lines, with … Read more
The Federal Government’s efforts to reduce food prices through a zero percent duty and exemption from value-added tax on basic food items are facing serious setbacks, as the average price of imported food items surged to a staggering 878.3 price point index in September 2024. This spike reflects the mounting economic challenges hampering attempts to … Read more
Popular Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, known as Falz, has revealed that he did not feel pressured to pursue a career in law. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Falz explained that while he wasn’t forced into law, he was deeply inspired by the work his father, renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana, … Read more