Ohanaeze Ndigbo Appeals for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release During Nigeria’s 64th Independence
The Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has urged President Bola Tinubu to grant a political pardon to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene, National Vice President of Ohanaeze, stated that Kanu’s release would “help restore peace,” enable the government to […]
Former US President, Jimmy Carter, Turns 100 Years old
Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday on Tuesday, making him the first US president to reach the milestone. Carter, a Democrat who served in the White House from 1977 to 1981, has spent the past 19 months in nursing home care in his home state of Georgia. But the former peanut farmer, who first entered […]
FG Distributes 2000 CNG-powered Tricycles To Youths
The Federal Government has distributed 2,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tricycles to youths as part of commitment by President Bola Tinubu to alleviate the daily struggles of young persons. The Minister of Youth Development, Dr Jamila Ibrahim, who announced this yesterday during the first phase distribution of the tricycles, said they would go a long […]
NNPC Fails to Begin Production at Port Harcourt Refinery Despite Promises
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has again missed its deadline to commence fuel production at the Port Harcourt refinery, despite six previous postponements as of August 2024. After the latest delay, NNPC Chief Financial Officer Umar Ajiya had promised in August that the refinery would be operational by September, but no update has […]
President Tinubu Announces 30-Day National Youth Confab
President Bola Tinubu has announced a 30-day confab for youths in the country to discuss and address challenges confronting them. Speaking yesterday during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Broadcast, the president said the Confab will unite young people nationwide to collaboratively develop solutions to issues such as education, employment, innovation, security, and social justice. The […]
Hundreds of Anti-#October1 Protesters Gather in Port Harcourt to Disrupt Planned Demonstration
Hundreds of youths opposed to the #October1 protest gathered in Port Harcourt on Tuesday morning, starting at around 8 am near the Federal Secretariat and Pleasure Park. These locations were previously used during the #EndBadGovernance protests in August. The anti-protesters occupied the area along Aba Road, while police and security personnel monitored the situation, with […]
President Tinubu Acknowledges Hardship, Calls for Patience in Independence Day Speech
In his Independence Day speech, President Tinubu acknowledged the difficulties Nigerians are facing due to his economic policies. He reaffirmed his campaign promises and asked for patience as his administration works toward improvements. Here are five key points from the speech: Cost of living and job creationTinubu recognized the rising cost of living and high […]
Nationwide #FearlessInOctober Protest Commences in FCT
A nationwide protest tagged #FearlessInOctober has commenced today in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The demonstration is a continuation of the #EndBadGovernance protests, which took place between August 1 and 10, addressing the economic hardship faced by many Nigerians. Protesters gathered early in the morning at Utako Market, a busy area in the FCT, where […]
Balmoral Group hosts winners of Game Rush ‘Chaos in The Ring’ Boxing series, announces Boxing Day showdown
Balmoral Group, Nigerian leading 360 events solutions company, hosted winners of the Game Rush ‘Chaos in The Ring’ boxing event to a courtesy visit led by its CEO, Dr Ezekiel Adamu, at the Balmoral headquarters in Ikoyi, on 26, September, 2024. The visit celebrated the athletes for their victories in the landmark boxing series organised […]
Antoine Griezmann Retires from International Football After 10-Year Career
France’s 2018 World Cup-winning star Antoine Griezmann announced his retirement from international football on Monday, bringing an end to a 10-year career with the national team. “It is with a heart full of memories that I am closing this chapter of my life,” France vice-captain Griezmann, 33, wrote on X. The Atletico Madrid forward made […]
