The Cheetahs of Benin Republic started preparations for their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria and Libya on Monday. The West Africans have set up camp in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, for the matchday one encounter. The team is camped at the Sofitel Hotel, Abidjan. Head coach, Gernot Rohr summoned 25 players for…
The Federal Government has taken legal action against suspected illegal miners arrested during a recent crackdown in Kogi and Ondo states in a continued effort to clean up the mining sector. This was disclosed in a statement by Segun Tomori, the Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, on Monday….
Nigerian actor Adeniyi Johnson has responded to his suspension by the African Men Entertainment Kings (AFRIMEK), led by actor Femi Adebayo. AFRIMEK suspended Adeniyi for gross misconduct and violating its constitution. In his reaction, Adeniyi pointed out that he was already established before joining the organization. Expressing his disappointment in a lengthy post on social…
The Director General of National Youth Service Corps has warned Corps Members to shun every form of misconduct throughout their service year in order to avoid being sanctioned by the NYSC. Brigadier General YD Ahmed’s address to the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two Corps Members emphasized the importance of adhering to the NYSC’s rules and…
Senator Musa Mustapha of Yobe East Senatorial District has urged the Federal Government to take immediate action to address the ongoing flooding crisis in Yobe State, which has severely impacted several communities. The floods have cut off nine local government areas from the state capital, making it difficult for residents to access essential supplies. Mustapha…
Oba Abdulkabir Obalanlege, the Olota of Ota in Ogun State, has criticized the Federal Government’s proposed ban on students under 18 from sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) exams. Speaking at the 15th Anniversary of Adedokun International Schools, Obalanlege argued that such a restriction would…
Students of Adamawa State Polytechnic in Yola staged a protest on Monday over days of blackout and lack of water. Both male and female students from the hostels on the main campus expressed their frustration, having endured these conditions for over a week. They criticized the lack of power and water and also complained about…
Former Big Brother Naija reality show star, Francisca Owumi, is dead The reality star passed away following a brief illness. Francisca Owumi, the runner up of the first edition of BBNaija television show in 2006, died on August 29, 2024. Announcing her death on social media, her family wrote; “A daughter and sister. Make her…
Police in Toronto, Canada, have arrested a Nigerian woman, Amaka Sunnberger, who made a viral video threatening to kill Nigerians of Yoruba and Benin descent. According to a police statement, she was taken into custody on Sunday, September 1, and will be charged in court on Monday. The statement noted that Sunnberger has been charged…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 48 individuals suspected of involvement in internet fraud in Umudike, Abia State. The arrests were made by the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC following actionable intelligence. The suspects were apprehended at various locations within Umudike. During the operation, the EFCC recovered several items, including 12…
