Nigerian Presidency Lambasts Atiku Over Insecurity Comments
The Nigerian Presidency has asserted that contrary to the claim of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, President Bola Tinubu has been following developments at home and is on top of the security situation in the country. It also pointed out that Tinubu did not travel without informing Nigerians of his whereabouts, stressing he announced a […]
Canadian Province Bans Enrolment Of International Students
In a rather shocking decision, the Canadian province of British Columbia has announced a two-year ban on new colleges from enrolling international students. Africa Today News, New York reports that the ban will be affecting all international students, including those from Nigeria and other countries who have had Canada as their dream country to migrate […]
Italy Returns Ethiopia’s First-Ever Aeroplane Built In 1935
About nine decades after it was taken by Italy’s Fascist invading forces, the Italian government has finally handed back Ethiopia’s first ever plane, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed confirmed on Tuesday. “Today is a day of great pride for Ethiopians as we celebrate the official handover of ‘Tsehay’ by the Italian Government,” Abiy said on his […]
How Spanish Economy Outperformed Forecast, Grew 2.5% In 2023
Spanish economic growth was slightly stronger than forecasted in 2023 as gross domestic product picked up pace at the end of last year, official data showed on Wednesday morning. Spain’s economy which is eurozone’s fourth largest economy increased by 0.6 percent between October and December, up from 0.4 percent in the previous quarter, on the […]
You Won’t Escape Justice, Tinubu To Killers Of Ekiti Monarchs
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has vowed that the killers of two traditional rulers in Ekiti State won’t escape justice even as he commiserated with the people of Ekiti State over the death of the revered leaders. In a statement which was obtained by Africa Today News, New York on Tuesday, the President, who is […]
Labour Proposes $300 Living Wage For Nigerian Workers
Against the backdrop of the inauguration of a Committee that will negotiate the new national minimum wage, the organized labour has proposed a Living Wage of $300 for Nigerian Workers. It postulated that the current minimum wage which is N30,000 has since been eroded by the high exchange rate coupled with the abrupt removal of fuel […]
APC Chair: “No Distractions”, NWC Warns Yahaya Bello
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sent a strong warning to the immediate past governor of Kogi, Yahaya Bello against acts capable of creating distraction for its national chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. Barrister Felix Morka who is the National Publicity Secretary of the party, issued the warning on Tuesday while […]
300 Stranded Europe-Bound Nigerians Return From Libya
No fewer than 320 Nigerians stranded in Libya have been rescued from the dire conditions they have found themselves facing with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) coordinating moves to help them return to Nigeria. The war-torn Libya has for many years become a key departure point on North Africa’s Mediterranean coast for migrants, mainly […]
Tinubu Okays 499 Licences For Buying, Selling Solid Minerals
Reports reaching the desk of Africa Today News, New York has it that the Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has okayed no fewer than 499 licences for the buying and selling of solid minerals in the country. This development was made public by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, […]
‘Our 2023 Performance Has Raised Nigerians’ Hopes’ – Akpabio
The President of the Nigerian Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio has asserted that the performance of his colleagues, including himself since the 10th Senate was inaugurated has raised the expectations of Nigerians, describing it as commendable. Welcoming the lawmakers after their Christmas and New Year break, Akpabio said that the previous year put them to the […]
After ‘Disappointing’ Year, UPS Plans To Cut 12,000 Jobs
Parcel delivery company UPS has announced plans to eliminate 12,000 jobs, citing the impact of a sluggish economy and a labor dispute that deterred certain customers. CEO Carol Tomé acknowledged 2023 as a “challenging and disappointing year,” highlighting the company’s strategic investment in artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster efficiency. Carol Tomé has directed staff to […]
Shocking Exit: Klopp Reassures Liverpool’s Stability
Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool’s manager, has urged for a composed response to speculations surrounding the future of some of the club’s star players, following his announcement to leave Anfield at the end of the season. The clock is ticking with 18 months left on the contracts of Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, triggering […]