July 29, 2025

NIHOTOUR Inaugurates Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal — Justice Ishaq Bello inaugurated as Chairman

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

In a landmark development set to reshape Nigeria’s hospitality, travel, and tourism landscape, the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has officially inaugurated the Hospitality, Travel and Tourism Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal — a pioneering body established to enforce ethical standards, licensing compliance, and professionalism across the sector. The tribunal is chaired by the respected…

Ile -Ife launches 5Km Cultural Road Race for youth empowerment

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

In what promises to be a vibrant celebration of athleticism, culture and community development, the maiden Ife Road Race is set to hold September 25. Scheduled to hold during the iconic Olojo Festival, the 5-kilometre race aims to discover and nurture raw athletic talent while promoting healthy living and preserving Yoruba heritage. Conceived by Sooko Adeleke Odewade,…

FIBA AfroBasket: NSC urges D’Tigress to maintain focus on bid for fifth successive win

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Following their hard-fought victory over Mozambique to book their place in the quarter finals of the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket championship in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC)Hon. Bukola Olopade, has urged the D’Tigress to stay focused as they approach the business end of the competition. He reminded them that President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, is determined to reward…

Gritty D’Tigress edge Mozambique to romp into AfroBasket Q-Finals

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

The D’Tigress, the national women’s senior basketball team, narrowly avoided an upset as they fought back to edge resilient Mozambique 60-55 in a thrilling 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket clash at the Palais de Treichville in Abidjan yesterday. With this hard-fought win, Nigeria secured a place in the quarterfinals, joining Uganda, who also advanced from Group C with two wins in…

Zanzibar hold Super Eagles B in pre- CHAN 2024 friendly

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

The Super Eagles Byesterday played a pulsating goalless draw with their Zanzibar counterparts in a pre- 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN ) friendly match. New additions to the CHAN Eagles like midfielder Michael Tochukwu, fullbacks Taiwo Abdulrafiu and Leonard Ngenge as well as striker Anthony Ijoma reportedly caught the eye in this contest. There were as many as six…

Kaduna govt, Kaka Foundation launch free health insurance for vulnerable residents

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with the Kaka Foundation, has launched a one-year free health insurance scheme for 200 vulnerable residents in Kaduna North Local Government Area. The initiative, executed through the Kaduna State Contributory Health Management Authority (KADCHMA), was unveiled during a formal ceremony at Arewa House, in partnership with the Kowa Namu…

Suspects killed, weapons recovered as Army sustains counter terrorism operations

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Two suspected terror kingpins have been killed, 11 others arrested and gun running syndicates dismantled by troops of the Nigerian Army in several precision-led operations this month. This was revealed by the spokeswoman for the Nigerian Army, Lt.-Col. Apollonia Anele, during a conversation with reporters yesterday. According to Anele, the successes were recorded by troops across theatres…

Newcastle yet to receive Isak offer – Howe

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

Newcastle have not yet received a bid for their top scorer, Alexander Isak, says manager Eddie Howe. The Sweden striker is exploring his options for a potential summer move and has not travelled on the team’s pre-season tour of Asia, although Newcastle initially said he has a “minor thigh injury”. A source has told BBC…

2027: ‘Enugu APC has capable candidate to take over from Mbah

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, Chief Basil Ani, has said the party has a capable candidate who can take over from Governor Peter Mbah in 2027. He believes that any poll conducted in the state would see APC cruising to a landslide victory. Ani, who spoke on Tuesday in Enugu,…

UK’s Starmer holds urgent Cabinet meeting on Gaza peace pathway

Kehinde Joy2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will convene an urgent Cabinet meeting on Tuesday as he seeks to set out a pathway to peace in Gaza. Starmer will call senior ministers in during the summer recess for the meeting on Gaza on Tuesday afternoon, the PA news agency understands. The prime minister shared plans he is…