Author: Olakunle Oke
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Napoli’s Victor Osimhen ascended to the pinnacle of Italian football on Monday night, claiming the coveted Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year Award. The prestigious ceremony recognized not only Osimhen’s individual brilliance but also the collective achievements of Napoli, who reigned supreme as Serie A champions for the first time in 33 years. A […]
Adding another feather to his cap, Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, made a surprise appearance on the runway at the 2023 British Fashion Awards held at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. The “Zazu” hitmaker joined British-Nigerian Grime artist Skepta and other members of his BBK crew, walking the runway with […]
Israel has assembled a system of large pumps with which it could flood the extensive tunnel network of the Islamist movement Hamas under the Gaza Strip with seawater. Citing U-S government officials, it was reported that it is not known whether the Israeli government intends to use this tactic. Israel has neither made a final […]
With just 26 days remaining before the December deadline, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) faces intensifying pressure to fulfill its promise of completing the Port Harcourt Refinery revamp. The state-owned oil company’s November 23rd confirmation that the refinery will be operational by December has ignited widespread skepticism, with analysts expressing doubts about the […]
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has voiced its deep concern over the Nigerian Army’s accidental bombing of Tundun Biri village in Kaduna State on Sunday, which tragically claimed the lives of numerous innocent civilians. The forum, through a statement issued by its Director of Publicity and Advocacy, Mallam Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, has called for a comprehensive […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is preparing for the next round of discussions with the Federal Government regarding the establishment of a new minimum wage. The union seeks to establish a living wage that reflects the current cost of living and ensures the well-being of working Nigerians. This meeting follows the NLC’s unwavering commitment to […]
Academic activities at the University of Calabar have been disrupted as students vehemently protest a 100% increase in tuition fees. The University has implemented a revised fee schedule effective for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions. In response to this significant fee hike, students have organized peaceful demonstrations to express their disapproval. Their actions include […]
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has vehemently denied allegations of involvement in an airstrike that resulted in the deaths of villagers engaged in a religious gathering in Kaduna State. Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, the NAF spokesman, categorically refuted these claims, asserting that the Air Force has not conducted any air operations within Kaduna State or […]
Riding high on their resounding victory in the first leg, the Super Falcons of Nigeria are brimming with confidence as they prepare to face Cape Verde once again in the second leg of their Morocco 2024 African Women’s Cup of Nations qualifier. The Falcons, who secured a convincing 5-0 win in the first leg played […]
Nigerian singer Opeyemi Rahim, better known as Lyta, has opened up about his longing to reunite with his former record label, YBNL Nation. During an appearance on the Ginger Yourself Podcast, Lyta shed light on his departure from YBNL in 2019, emphasizing that it was not an intentional decision. Recalling the events that led to […]
