Newly-signed Chelsea defender, Tosin Adarabioyo, has debunked widespread reports suggesting he turned down an opportunity to play for Nigeria, stating categorically that he has never rejected the chance to represent the Super Eagles. The 27-year-old centre-back made the clarification following Chelsea’s emphatic 4-1 win over Real Betis in the final of the UEFA Europa Conference
Despite ongoing legal tensions with the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump, Harvard University proceeded with its annual graduation ceremony on Thursday, even as a federal courtroom in Boston prepared to deliberate on sweeping punitive actions taken by the federal government against the prestigious Ivy League institution. According to international news agency AFP, the
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in Lagos on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, to mark the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The event was held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) and Eko Hotels and Suites, drawing leaders and dignitaries from across the West African region. As Chairman
The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has flagged off an impactful menstrual health initiative by setting up sanitary pad banks in no fewer than 300 secondary schools across the state. This move, which is part of her broader Healthy Living Initiative, was announced on Wednesday in Awka in commemoration of the
The Nigerian Senate has approved a budget of ₦124.289 billion for the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) for the 2024 fiscal year, signaling a major boost in funding aimed at strengthening the nation’s police force. This allocation represents a significant increase compared to previous years and underscores the government’s commitment to improving security infrastructure and
The Nigerian Senate has officially adopted the Conference Committee Report on the harmonised Tax Reform Bills, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to streamline and modernize its tax framework. The adoption follows extensive deliberations aimed at reconciling differences between the versions passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives. The harmonised bills
In a landmark moment for the Nigerian diaspora, two Nigerians have been inaugurated as mayors in London boroughs, breaking new ground and setting inspiring precedents for Nigerians in the United Kingdom. Princess Opeyemi Bright, a 29-year-old of Yoruba descent, has made history as the youngest-ever Civic Mayor of Barking & Dagenham. Her achievement not only
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new wave of appointments to the governing councils of several federal institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across the country. The appointments are part of the administration’s strategic efforts to strengthen leadership and improve the overall performance of Nigeria’s tertiary education system. Among the institutions affected
LAGOS, Nigeria – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a significant boost in revenue generation at the Ports and Terminal Multiservices Limited (PTML) Command, raking in over ₦230 billion within eight months, thanks to the adoption of a homegrown digital platform, B’Odogwu. This was disclosed by Comptroller Tenny Daniyan, Customs Area Controller of the
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has lauded the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), following his appointment as Chairman of the Bureau of African Group (BAG) Council of Ministers. The commendation was issued in a statement signed by AON spokesperson and prominent aviation journalist, Chinedu Eze, who described the appointment as
