The Governing Council of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), recently paid a courtesy visit to Professor Uche Azikiwe, widow of Nigeria’s first President, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, in recognition of his contributions to the institution and the nation. During the visit, the Pro-Chancellor of UNN, Kayode Ojo, expressed the university’s appreciation for Azikiwe’s role in
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that external debt servicing cost the nation approximately $5.47 billion between January 2024 and February 2025, highlighting mounting pressure on government revenues, foreign reserves, and fiscal stability. Additionally, total foreign exchange direct remittances increased by 1.3% year-on-year (YoY) to $180.03 million in the first two months of
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) witnessed dramatic twists on Matchday 29, with Remo Stars tightening their grip on the title race while the battle to avoid relegation grew fiercer. Here’s a breakdown of the key headlines: Remo Stars Charge Closer to Glory League leaders Remo Stars continued their relentless pursuit of the title with
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his support for Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member Ushie Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, following her claims of receiving threats after posting a viral video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a statement shared on X on Sunday, Atiku commended Raye’s courage, describing her as a
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has donated ₦10 million to the Tansian College of Nursing, Oba, Anambra State, as part of his ongoing commitment to education and healthcare development. Speaking during his visit to the institution on Saturday, Obi emphasized the importance of investing in human capital, particularly
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Aliyu, has announced that three teaching hospitals have received substantial solar power interventions to help mitigate rising energy costs. He further disclosed that 20 Federal Universities have also benefited from these interventions. Aliyu made this revelation while hosting the Committee of
Christchurch erupted in awe as New Zealand annihilated Pakistan by nine wickets in a breathtaking display of dominance during the T20 series opener at Hagley Oval. Pakistan, led by new skipper Salman Agha, imploded spectacularly, skittled for a paltry 91—their lowest T20 total on New Zealand soil—before the hosts stormed to victory with a staggering
The Federal Government has outlined new requirements for civil servants who wish to migrate their salaries, change their names, or update their next-of-kin details, among other modifications to their records. This directive was communicated through a memo issued by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, dated March 12, 2025. The
Seventeen-year-old Russian phenom Mirra Andreeva cemented her status as tennis’ brightest rising star with a stunning comeback victory over world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to capture the Indian Wells crown, securing her second consecutive WTA 1000 title and rewriting the record books as the youngest champion in the elite tournament tier’s history. Andreeva, who will
Fast-growing Nigerian airline, ValueJet, has signed a partnership agreement with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to become the official airline of the federation and the national teams. During a ceremony held at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne-Remo, the Chief Executive Officer and Accountable Manager of ValueJet, Capt. Omololu Majekodunmi, expressed the airline’s delight
