Former Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney, says he would prefer Arsenal to win the Premier League title ahead of rivals Manchester City and Liverpool this season. Rooney, who spent 13 years at Manchester United, admitted his loyalties influence his stance, particularly regarding Liverpool. While acknowledging Manchester City’s dominance under Pep Guardiola, he said Arsenal would […]
The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Aisha Garba, on Friday declared that no Nigerian child should be left behind in access to basic education as she flagged off the national rollout of the Learners Support Programme in Benue State. Speaking at the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board Basic Education Summit in […]
The need to preserve a highly professional Armed Forces focused on operational readiness, technological advancement and inter-service cooperation has been identified as central to Nigeria’s defence transformation efforts. This position was highlighted at a public event where stakeholders examined options for strengthening national service and improving security architecture. According to a speaker at the forum, […]
Chukwuma Soludo has presented certificates of recognition to six newly elected traditional rulers in Anambra State, reaffirming the role of traditional institutions in promoting peace, unity and development. The presentation ceremony was held at the Light House in Awka on Friday, where the governor urged the monarchs to prioritise good governance, the welfare of their […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has appointed Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy. The appointment was announced on Thursday in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor. According to the statement, the governor approved the appointment as part of efforts to strengthen public engagement […]
Arsenal FC manager Mikel Arteta has urged his players to channel the “pain” of their 2-2 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers FC into Sunday’s north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur FC. The Gunners appeared set for a routine victory at Molineux after goals from Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie handed them a 2-0 lead. However, Wolves […]
Temitope Jaiyeola, a Professor of Mathematics at Obafemi Awolowo University, says Nigeria’s digital economy requires home-grown security solutions built on mathematical models. Jaiyeola made the call on Thursday in Lagos while delivering the 3rd Chair Occupier’s Public Lecture of the Pastor Enoch Adeboye Professorial Chair in Mathematics at the University of Lagos. The lecture, titled […]
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Yemi Cardoso, has said cross-border payments are fast becoming the backbone of the international monetary and financial system. Cardoso stated this in Abuja on Thursday during his plenary address at the G-24 Technical Group Meetings themed “Mobilising Finance for Sustainable, Inclusive, and Job-rich Transformation.” Delivering a speech titled […]
A Nigerian woman, identified as Mirabel, has alleged that she was assaulted and raped by an unidentified attacker, claiming the suspect also sent her threatening messages after the incident. In a viral video shared on social media, she said the trauma from the attack drove her to attempt suicide. The video sparked widespread outrage, sympathy, […]
Canada has announced a major update to its Express Entry system for 2026, introducing new categories aimed at attracting highly skilled professionals and addressing critical labour shortages. The announcement was made by Immigration Minister Lena Diab as part of the government’s International Talent Attraction Strategy. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the reforms are […]
Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho has announced his departure from boyhood club Vasco da Gama, saying he is “tired mentally” and believes his cycle at the club has ended. The 33-year-old made the announcement in a lengthy and emotional statement on Instagram following a difficult week in which he was substituted at half-time and booed by […]
The Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, has said Türkiye has a special interest in Nigeria due to shared existential challenges, particularly in the fight against terrorism. Poroy disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Wednesday, noting that both countries are confronting similar security threats. According to him, […]
Nigeria’s debt to the World Bank’s concessional lending arm, the International Development Association, rose by $1.9bn within one year to $18.7bn as of December 31, 2025, according to newly released financial data. The figures, contained in the IDA Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the period ended December 31, 2025, show that Nigeria’s exposure increased from […]
The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has sealed a public toilet facility on Savage Street, Ebute Metta, for allegedly discharging untreated sewage into a public drain. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a post on X on Thursday, stating that the facility was sealed on Wednesday following enforcement action […]
Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, has spent a second night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged N432 billion corruption probe. El-Rufai arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Monday around 10 a.m. for questioning. However, he was detained as investigators continued their interrogation. […]
Nigeria’s mortgage market remains the shallowest globally, severely limiting homeownership growth. The country’s mortgage-to-GDP ratio stands at about 0.5%, far below peers such as Kenya (2.2%), Tunisia (10.2%), and Namibia (18.9%). South Africa exceeds 30%, while developed economies surpass 60%. High interest rates and short loan tenors have constrained mortgage expansion. Limited refinancing mechanisms reduce […]
Organisers of the Spire 5-Aside tournament have unveiled the roadmap for the new season, with a strong focus on expanding opportunities for players beyond the pitch. According to the organisers, teams seeking to compete must be affiliated with the Lagos State Football Association through their respective Divisional Football Associations. Registration for the tournament opens on […]
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has called on Nigerians to embrace harmonious coexistence as Christians and Muslims observe Lent and Ramadan simultaneously. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja and signed by its Director-General, Joseph Ochogwu, the institute described the rare overlap of the two holy seasons as a unique opportunity […]
Four South African men who were lured into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine returned home on Wednesday, according to local media reports. Their return follows recent talks between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the repatriation of South Africans caught up in the war. It remains unclear whether the […]
Nigerian forward Victor Boniface has resumed light training following several months out with a knee injury. The 25-year-old shared a video of himself performing leg exercises on his official X account on Tuesday, writing, “Help me post this one too, I dey training,” drawing positive reactions from fans. Boniface underwent surgery in January after consultations […]