In the opening minutes of the game, Nottingham Forest’s Neco Williams attempted a right-footed shot from the center of the box, which was blocked by Manchester City’s defense, showcasing Forest’s early attacking intent. However, City quickly countered with Jérémy Doku’s right-footed shot from the left side of the box, also blocked, highlighting the defensive resilience…
In a significant victory against the escalating banditry in Zamfara State of Nigeria, Security Intelligence, in collaboration with the Militia Joint Task Force, successfully neutralized three notorious bandit kingpins on April 26, 2024. The operation targeted the gang’s stronghold in Tidibale within the Gangara villages of the Isa and Sabon Birnin Local Government Areas of…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully executed precision air strikes on terrorists’ hideouts in Niger State, targeting the enclaves of notorious terrorist kingpin Mallam Umar and several other commanders. This operation, conducted in the Alawa Forest area of Shiroro, was meticulously planned based on extensive intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance. The targeted terrorists had been…
The Biden administration’s decision to indefinitely postpone the long-awaited menthol cigarette ban has ignited a storm of controversy, drawing criticism from anti-smoking advocates while potentially sidestepping a political quagmire with Black voters ahead of November’s elections. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra’s statement on Friday offered no concrete timeline for the implementation of the…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has sounded the alarm on the composition of the National Judicial Council (NJC), the body tasked with overseeing disciplinary measures within Nigeria’s judiciary. The NBA’s stance highlights growing apprehensions regarding the NJC’s capacity to adequately address instances of judicial impropriety and uphold public confidence in the legal system. At the…
In a recent meeting with Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands, President Tinubu of Nigeria emphasized the significant potential of Nigeria’s high-grade lithium deposits in driving the global transition towards clean energy. The President highlighted the immense opportunity for collaboration, particularly in the solid minerals sector, where Nigeria boasts abundant lithium resources poised to…
The American International School of Abuja (AISA) has transferred a substantial sum of $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), following a petition lodged by the commission. This transfer is part of an ongoing investigation into allegations surrounding the payment of school fees for five children of the former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya…
In a pivotal meeting between President of China Xi Jinping and United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken, held in Beijing, the leaders sought to navigate the complex landscape of Sino-American relations. Amidst rising tensions over national security, economic disputes, and geopolitical differences, both parties expressed a shared desire for partnership over rivalry. President Xi…
The Kogi State High Court in Lokoja has taken a firm stance against potential contempt of court. The court has issued a directive summoning the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, to appear before it on May 13. This move aims to address allegations of disobedience to a previous court…
Dave Umahi Minister of Work has issued a stern ultimatum to construction companies tasked with the monumental project of rehabilitating the Abuja-Lokoja-Benin highway. Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced that a new contract worth N870 billion has been drafted to replace the expired one under the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPCL) Tax Credit Scheme. The…
