Former Nigeria national team goalkeeper Peter Fregene is currently in critical condition and on life support at a hospital in Ohara, Delta State. This concerning news was revealed by Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami, who shared the update on Wednesday and stressed the urgent need for prayers and support for the ailing ex-international. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The much-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights is scheduled to take place at Akwa Ibom Stadium in Uyo. This match is a pivotal event in Group D, heralding the return of international football for fans across the continent. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has emphasized that the team will give their all to secure maximum points in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Libya. Two victories would guarantee the Super Eagles a spot in the AFCON 2025 finals, set to be hosted by Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has expressed his ambition to win a trophy with Nigeria’s senior national team. The Nottingham Forest player, who is part of the squad set to face Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, shared his aspirations in an interview with Dangolo TV. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) has informed its customers about an upcoming migration to a new core banking application system, which will result in temporary disruptions to banking services. The transition to the advanced Finacle Core Banking Application Systems is scheduled to begin on Friday, October 11, 2024, and is expected to conclude by Monday, October … Read more
The Senate has called on state and local governments to comply immediately with the Supreme Court ruling, which mandates direct funding to local governments. In addition, the Senate resolved to initiate constitutional amendments that will grant full autonomy to local government administrations across Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System … Read more
Super Eagles interim manager, Austin Eguavoen, has advised winger Samuel Chukwueze to be mindful of where he attempts to dribble ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. In his remarks ahead of Friday’s match, Eguavoen specifically addressed Chukwueze, urging the AC Milan star to make smart decisions on the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has launched a new platform allowing vehicle owners to transition from petrol to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) under a ‘convert now and pay later’ scheme. This online portal aims to make it easier for Nigerians to convert their petrol-fueled vehicles to CNG, with the added convenience of deferring payment for conversion … Read more
The Federal Government, through the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), has begun the process of appointing new Permanent Secretaries to fill vacancies in eight states. According to a memo dated October 7, 2024, signed by the Head of Civil Service, Didi Walson-Jack, the recruitment is open to eligible civil … Read more
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on Nigerians to prioritise their love for the country over financial gain. He made the remarks on the Senate floor on Tuesday while addressing a motion aimed at curbing the mass migration of skilled Nigerians abroad. Akpabio stressed that the country would benefit more if professionals in various fields … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that it will provide electoral materials to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) today (Wednesday) for the September 21 Edo State governorship election. This update came from the Resident Electoral Commissioner for Edo State, Dr. Augbum Onuoha, during an interview with The PUNCH on Tuesday, addressing complaints of delays … Read more
Nigerians are bracing for a steep increase in petrol prices following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC Ltd) decision to end its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery, according to a report by Premium Times. The shift is expected to drive the cost of petrol to a minimum of ₦991.21 per litre from the … Read more
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has retracted its previous statement threatening to sanction Elon Musk’s Starlink for raising its subscription fees without regulatory approval. Dr. Reuben Muoka, the Commission’s Director of Public Affairs, initially communicated this position but later clarified that his response was an “error.” In a follow-up message, he stated, “Please ignore my … Read more
Libya head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has expressed dissatisfaction with his team’s preparation ahead of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria. The Mediterranean Knights will be missing several key players due to injuries and suspensions, while some top stars have reportedly decided to boycott the matches. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced its intention to sanction Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, for raising its subscription prices in Nigeria without the regulator’s approval. In response to inquiries from the publication, the NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Dr. Reuben Muoka, confirmed that the Commission had not sanctioned Starlink’s price increase. Muoka stated … Read more
Mr. Kassim Yusuff Adegboyega, known as Leecrown, has been named the Best Public Senior Secondary School Teacher in Nigeria for 2024. He received this prestigious award from the Federal Ministry of Education during a special event held on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Eagle Square, Abuja, to celebrate World Teachers’ Day. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning … Read more
Nigeria’s Flamingos were held to a 1-1 draw by Mexico in a friendly match on Monday as both teams continued preparations for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. Faridat Abdulkareem opened the scoring for the Flamingos in the 33rd minute, but Mexico leveled the match just three minutes before halftime. … Read more
Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has officially launched the distribution of 21,924 bags of rice under the Federal Government’s food security programme to alleviate economic hardship in the state. Speaking at the Katsina People’s Square on Sunday, Radda emphasized that the initiative primarily targets vulnerable groups, including women and youth, across all wards and … Read more
Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has disclosed that the recent increase in corps members’ monthly allowance has not been implemented yet due to funding challenges. This announcement comes after the Federal Government approved an increase in the monthly stipend for corps members from ₦33,000 to ₦77,000, … Read more
Richard Tallen, the only son of the former Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, has passed away. According to a statement from the family, Richard died on Sunday morning at Cedar Crest Hospital in Abuja, following a period of hospitalization. While the exact cause of death was not immediately disclosed, it was reported that … Read more