Varsities Extend Resumption Dates Over Election Postponement
Against the backdrop of the postponement of the governorship and state assembly elections to the 18th of March, several universities in Nigeria have confirmed the extension of their resumption dates for academic activities. Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had last week announced a one-week delay of the elections earlier scheduled for March […]
Former Jehovah’s Witness Shoots 6 Members Dead In Germany
An aggrieved former Jehovah’s Witness member yesterday shot no fewer than dead six people of the Christian group’s congregation in the German city of Hamburg, before turning the gun on himself, authorities confirmed on Sunday. Africa Today News, New York gathered that about eight other people were left with different degrees of wounds, including four […]
Owo Killings: Akeredolu Begins Construction Of Memorial Park
The Governor of Ondo State, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu has announced the commencement of the construction of a memorial park in honour of the slain victims of the 5th of June horrific attack on St Francis Catholic Church, Owaluwa Street, Owo. According to Akeredolu, the memorial park located in the heart of Owo, would be a beauty […]
BVAS: Obidients Threaten Nationwide Protest At INEC Offices
The Labour Party (LP) and members of the ‘Obidient’ movement have threatened to embark on massive protests at the offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nationwide over the Commission’s refusal to allow it to inspect materials used for the presidential election of February 25th, 2023. Africa Today News, New York recalls that the […]
Celibacy For Priests Could Be Dropped, Pope Francis Hints
While sharing his thoughts in an off-the-comment that could transform the Catholic Church, Pope Francis has revealed that he can foresee abolishing compulsory celibacy for priests in the coming years. While sharing his thoughts with the Argentinian news website Infobae, Pope Francis recalled that in the Eastern Catholic Church, married men are allowed to be […]
I Will Never Contest For Nigeria’s Presidency Again – Wike
The outgoing Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike has declared that he is not going to run for the presidency of Nigeria again. While addressing party supporters during the governorship election campaign rally yesterday, Wike asserted that power will shift to the North after eight years in the South. Africa Today News, New York had […]
Edible Electronics: Scientists Develop Sensors Using Seaweed
Scientists have developed a medical sensor using seaweed and other natural materials. The University of Sussex researchers recently launched this new biodegradable sensor that could disrupt personal healthcare and fitness monitoring technology. They have proven that the seaweed-based sensor can detect changes in the human body’s hydration levels, blood pressure, and even temperature. Other potential […]
Polls: PDP Comes Heavy On INEC Chair, Demands Resignation
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for the immediate resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu, over his decision to violate the provisions of the Electoral Act and alleged manipulation and alteration of the 25ht of February presidential election results. The PDP also demanded that the Inspector General […]
Crisis Brews In APC As Vice Chair Demands Adamu’s Resignation
The National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mallam Salihu Lukman, has called on the leadership of the ruling party to resign from its position in a bid to balance the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the president-elect, Bola Tinubu. Lukman, who made the call in a statement titled ‘APC Internal Dynamics and the […]
Ohanaeze Berates Wike Over Alleged Rigging Against Obi
The leadership of the apex Igbo socio-cultural oragnisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo yesterday held a meeting with Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike to seek his explanations with regard to his role in the alleged massive rigging against the presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, in the February 25 poll in the state. The spokesman of […]
Canada Confirms Bans On Aluminium, Steel Imports From Russia
The government of Canada on Friday announced a ban on imports of Russian aluminium and steel products, a move which is aimed at denying Moscow revenues to fund its war in Ukraine. The imports were worth almost Can$250 million (US$180 million) in 2021, according to the latest government data.The ban comes as a 200 percent […]
How Indian Man Survived On Only Coconuts For 28 Years
An Indian man from Kasaragod, whose name has been given as Balakrishnan Palayi has claimed that he has been eating nothing but coconut for the last 28 years in order to treat his gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Imagine consuming only one food for more than 20 years. The mere idea of limiting one’s diet to […]