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Month: April 2024

Governor Alia, SGF Akume reconcile, pledge unity for Benue’s progress

The Tiv paramount ruler and the TTC invited the duo to discuss the differences. The Tiv Traditional Council (TTC), on Monday, brokered peace between Gov Hyacinth Alia and Sen. George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The hitherto close political allies had been engulfed in a cold war over the political leadership…

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Michelle Alozie: Super Falcons star names the 3 songs she MUST listen to before every game

Michelle Alozie has listed three songs that motivate her before a football match.

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Shakira blasts ‘Barbie’ movie for being emasculating

The singer said in a new interview that her sons hated it and she agrees with them. International music sensation, Shakira, has made headlines once again, but this time, it’s for her outspoken views shared in a recent Allure magazine feature. The Colombian superstar, known for her electrifying performances and cultural influence, opened up about…

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Who wore it better? Nancy Isime or Beverly Naya – Here’s the verdict

What happens when fashion icons wear identical outfits? The answer is a masterclass in personal style. Nancy Isime is a popular actor and host, and Beverly Naya is an actor and businesswoman. They wore a stunning two-piece set by Nigerian designer Andrea Iyamah. While the outfit is basically the same—a breezy chiffon design with eye-catching…

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Sen Plang denies budget padding, says NASS added ₦1.5trn for critical issues

The lawmaker stated that Tinubu brought before a joint session of the National Assembly, a budget of ₦27.2 trillion. Sen. Diket Plang (APC/Plateau Central), has said that the National Assembly did not pad the 2024 budget. Plang, a member of the Senate appropriation committee, who stated this on Monday in Jos while interacting with newsmen,…

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Army Hq confirms minor explosion at farmland in Ikeja Cantonment

The army said the explosion was suspected to have been triggered by the burning of refuse and other inflammable debris by a farmer who cultivated the farmland. The Nigerian Army says a minor explosion occurred in farmland near the Mammy Market within the Ikeja Cantonment in Lagos on Monday. This is contained in a statement…

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Top ports in Africa

Africa accounts for 2.5% of exports and 3% of imports in world merchandise trade by value. Africa has been known to be a strategic hub for global trade and most of Africa’s imports and exports, about 90% of those are transported by sea. The maritime logistics sector in Africa has also been responsible for the…

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Girl dies by electrocution while fetching water from well

The victim was rushed to a private hospital where the doctor on duty confirmed her dead. A 15-year-old girl, simply identified as Miracle Ogbonna, was reportedly electrocuted while fetching water at the Olomore Housing Estate area of Abeokuta, Ogun. Spokesperson of the Police Command in the state, SP Omolola Odutola, who confirmed the incident in…

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2 injured as car collides with truck on Agbara-Badagry expressway

The crash was linked to speeding and wrongful overtaking. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says two persons sustained injuries in an auto crash on the Agbara-Badagry expressway in Lagos State on Monday. FRSC Commander, Badagry Unit, William Manga, who confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the accident occurred at about…

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