Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports Development, Daniel Igali, has called on the National Sports Commission and the Main Organising Committee of the National Sports Festival in Ogun State to include traditional wrestling known as “Kuwa” and canoeing as part of the events for the festival. Igali made the call when he received Bayelsa athletes who represented
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has thrown his weight behind the South West Games 2025, describing the tournament as a revolutionary initiative that will unlock unprecedented opportunities for youth empowerment and socio-economic development in the region. Governor Adeleke gave this endorsement while receiving the president of the South West Games 2025, Lanre Alfred, and
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced preparations for the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has appealed for additional funding from the Federal Government to support the commission’s activities. Key Areas of Focus INEC has identified several critical areas that require attention ahead of the 2027 polls. These include:
In a bid to boost academic excellence and curb distractions, the Anambra State Government has prohibited students from using mobile phones in schools. The state’s Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, disclosed that the ban was necessitated by the alarming rate at which students were becoming increasingly distracted by social media and other phone-related activities.
Forty Nigerian nationals have been deported from Algeria as part of a crackdown on illegal immigrants in the North African country. The deported Nigerians arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital. According to reports, the deportees were arrested by Algerian authorities for residing in the country without valid documents. Many
Hundreds of HIV doctors and researchers have issued a stark warning to the Trump administration, urging it to reverse sweeping cuts to international aid funding. They argue that these reductions are inflicting “catastrophic harm” on global health efforts, particularly in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Historically, the United States has been the largest donor of humanitarian
Mark Carney, Canada’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister, has begun his tenure with a resolute stance against US President Donald Trump’s repeated threats to annex Canada. Carney, who succeeded Justin Trudeau as Canada’s 24th prime minister, emphasized that safeguarding Canada’s sovereignty and addressing Trump’s trade policies would be among his administration’s top priorities. “Canada will never,
The government of Abia State has forged a strategic partnership with ipNX, one of Nigeria’s leading information and communications technology (ICT) companies, to bolster digital connectivity and accelerate the state’s burgeoning digital economy. This collaboration aims to position Abia as a hub for technological innovation and economic development. The partnership, announced on Thursday, represents a
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again solidified his status as a football icon by scoring his 928th career goal during Al-Nassr’s commanding 3-1 victory over Al-Kholood in the Saudi Pro League. The 40-year-old Portuguese legend continues to defy age, delivering remarkable performances that inspire both his teammates and fans worldwide. The match began with Ronaldo opening
The Federal Government has announced plans to collaborate with the private sector to roll out 7,000 telecommunications towers starting next year. This initiative aims to expand network coverage and enhance digital connectivity across Nigeria. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, shared this development during a stakeholder engagement session organized by
