Brazil Clash: Carvajal Defends Spain’s Anti-Racist Stance
Dani Carvajal of Spain took to the forefront on Monday to affirm his country’s stance against racism, particularly timely as they geared up for a friendly match against Brazil, aimed at supporting the ongoing battle against racial prejudice. Vinicius Junior, the talented forward for Real Madrid and Brazil, has been subjected to racial abuse multiple […]
Gaza/Israel War: Akpabio Calls For Cessation Of Hostilities
Senator Godswill Akpabio, in his capacity as Senate President, has urged the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) to play a pivotal role in advocating for sustainable peace in the conflict-ridden Gaza region. Akpabio stressed the imperative for countries to move beyond prejudices and embrace a humanitarian approach, taking all necessary actions to foster enduring peace in […]
Second Niger Bridge Bypass: How Nigeria Saved ₦300bn — Umahi
Engr. David Umahi, the Minister of Infrastructure, sheds light on the eleventh-hour modification to the original blueprint of the bypass road for the Second Niger Bridge, resulting in a significant saving of N300 billion in public funds. Umahi unveiled this revelation while conducting an onsite examination of the ongoing restoration work on Section IV (Aba-Port […]
Death Toll In Moscow Attack Rises To 137; 4 Suspects Arrested
Russia has taken decisive action by ordering the custody of four individuals accused of perpetrating a massacre at a Moscow concert hall, claiming the lives of at least 137 people, as authorities brace for a possible increase in fatalities with over 100 victims receiving treatment already. While the men are potentially looking at a lifetime […]
Incarcerated Binance Executive Breaks Free From Detainment
It’s alleged that Nadeem Anjarwalla, one of the two Binance executives held in Nigeria under suspicion of tax evasion and other transgressions, has managed to escape confinement, as per sources. Two senior executives from Binance were detained by the Federal Government in February. The apprehension coincided with government endeavors to mitigate speculation on the naira, […]
Legal Mess Hunt Trump As He Eyes Return To Presidential Race
Donald Trump is confronted with twin legal dilemmas on Monday in New York, where he faces the possibility of his famed properties being confiscated following a substantial fine, while simultaneously attempting to delay a criminal trial even further. Despite facing an array of legal charges, the 77-year-old real estate magnate has managed to clinch the […]
Nissan’s Initiative To Lower Electric Car Manufacturing Costs
In a move to stay ahead of the curve amidst stiff competition, Nissan, the Japanese auto giant, has laid out plans to cut down production costs for its next-generation electric vehicles by 30%, as it vies with the surging presence of Chinese rivals in the market. As part of its newly announced mid-term strategy, Nissan […]
Group Advises LASG On Measures Against Ocean-Level Elevation
Chief Philip Asiodu, at the helm of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation’s Board of Trustees, stresses the importance of adopting practical solutions to combat the projected rise in ocean levels in Lagos, which poses a substantial risk to coastal dwellers. Asiodu delivered the call to action while speaking at his 90th birthday festivities, organized by the […]
FG Initiates Legal Action For Tax Evasion Against Binance
Legal steps were set in motion by the Federal Government on Monday against Binance, a well-known platform in the area of cryptocurrency trading, for purportedly dodging tax obligations. Charges were officially filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Federal Inland Revenue Service. With reference to the lawsuit marked as FHC/ABJ/CR/115/2024, FIRS implicated […]
5 Dead, 1,000 Homes Ruined In Papua New Guinea Quake
The seismic disturbance, registering a magnitude of 6.9, inflicted substantial damage in Papua New Guinea, claiming the lives of a minimum of five individuals and rendering approximately 1,000 homes uninhabitable, as reported by officials on Monday. When the earthquake struck early Sunday morning, numerous villages nestled along the banks of Papua New Guinea’s renowned Sepik […]
Senegal’s Opposition Leader Takes Early Lead In Election
Supporters of the opposition presidential candidate in Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye have taken to the streets of the capital, Dakar, in celebration as early results from Sunday’s elections showed the opposition contender in a comfortable lead. The celebrations came as at least five of the 19 candidates in the race issued statements congratulating Faye on […]
Kalu Tasks NPC To Conduct Credible Census For Nigeria
Hon. Benjamin Kalu who is the Deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, has called on the newly inaugurated board of the National Population Commission (NPC) to ensure that the next housing and population census is credible. Kalu, gave the charge while speaking at the inauguration dinner of the federal commissioner representing Abia State at […]