Yakubu Says INEC Hiding Nothing From Public
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday refuted claims of hiding certain facts regarding the conduct of the 2023 general election and reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to transparency. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, shared this information during the Post Election Review of the 2023 General Election, where he interacted with media stakeholders in […]
Gunmen Attack Ex-Senator’s Farm, Kill Kinsman
The vast farm of Mr. Abiodun Ajibola, a kinsman of former Senator Simeon Suleiman Ajibola who represented Kwara South in the Seventh Assembly, was on Monday invaded by gunmen whose life was cut short in cold blood. Reliable information obtained by Africa Today News, New York, indicates that Mr. Biodun Ajibola, the Farm’s Supervisor, met […]
Akure Building Collapse: Father Sacrifices Life, Saves Son
A torrential rainfall in Akure that lasted over 24 hours on Tuesday resulted in the deterioration and eventual collapse of a building and tragic death of a man who tried to shield his son from the incident. On Wednesday, an eyewitness account reveals that the incident occurred at 3.00 p.m. on Itedo Eledumare Street, Obale […]
Niger: UK Endorses Tinubu, ECOWAS’ Anti-Coup Standpoint
James Cleverly, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom, affirmed the UK’s endorsement of the stance adopted by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regarding the military coup in Niger Republic, which led to the removal of Mohamed Bazoum last week. While speaking with State House correspondents after meeting with President Bola Tinubu […]
WWC: Super Falcons Tough Matchup – Lauren James
Ahead of the women world cup matchup, Lauren James, Chelsea and England forward, predicted that the Lionesses would have a tough game against the super falcons of Nigeria. The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been pitted against European champions, England, in the round of 16 at the 2023 Women’s World Cup. With a milestone of […]
Hepatitis B Spreads Faster Than HIV, Expert Says
In a cautionary message to the public, Dr. Adiri Winfred, a consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at the Godfrey Okoye University Teaching Hospital (GOUNTH) in Enugu, highlighted that Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) is 100 times more infectious than HIV. During a gathering in Enugu, organised by GOUNTH and sponsored by Emzor Vaccines to observe the ‘2023 […]
Over 20 Killed, 19 Missing As Rainstorms Hits China
No fewer than 20 people were left dead with 19 declared missing after heavy rains lashed Beijing and surrounding provinces, state media reported on Wednesday, in rainstorms that have submerged roads and deluged neighbourhoods with mud. Storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, swept northwards over China after hitting southern Fujian province on Friday, following its […]
Nigeria, Benin Rep Are Conjoined Twins, Brothers – Tinubu
The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asserted that the commonality of cultures, history and demographics of Nigeria and the Republic of Benin will be explored to the advantage of citizens. He made this assertion while honoring a rare invitation as Special Guest at the 63rd Independence anniversary of Republic of Benin, Tuesday, in […]
Sanwo-Olu Visits Plane Crash Site, Hails 1st Responders
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday evening, visited the site of a crash in Ikeja where he praised the efforts of all the first responders as well as residents who joined in the rescue mission. In a statement, the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, described the aircraft as a single-engine fixed-wing […]
WWC: Super Falcons Destined For Something Special – Waldrum
The head coach of the Super Falcons, Randy Waldrum, has claimed that his team is destined for something special at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Africa Today News, New York reports that the nine-time African champions are already through to the Round of 16 at the competition. Waldrum’s side ended up being unbeaten in […]
US Officially Invites Chinese Foreign Minister To Washington
The United States on Tuesday formally sent a formal invitation China’s new Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Washington as officials from the two countries continue to meet regularly amid heightening competition. The US State Department confirmed the invite on Tuesday, saying Washington expects Wang to accept it, but it did not specify a date for […]
Tinubu Insists Obi Not LP Member As PEPC Reserves Judgement
President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday, maintained that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, not being a member of the party lacks the legal right to challenge the outcome of the just concluded Presidential elections. They equally called on the PEPC to bar him from re-contesting if […]