We’re On The Verge Of Shutting Down Varsities, ASUU Warns
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), has declared its members are on the verge of embarking on a total strike over the failure of the Federal Government to honor agreements reached with the union. The insistence of some subversive individuals reaping off the government through the Integrated Personnel Payment Information System (IPPIS), to disregard […]
UN Court Orders Israel To Suspend Military Operations In Rafah
Despite an order by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to stop the assault on that part of Gaza over the increasing humanitarian crisis, Israeli authorities have insisted that the offensive in Rafah will continue until Hamas is defeated. The ICJ issued a dramatic ruling, ordering Israel to “immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah”, […]
Gang Violence: Kenya Police To Arrive In Haiti In 3 Weeks
The President of Kenya, William Ruto has revealed that all things being equal, his peacekeeping police force is expected to arrive in Haiti to help quell growing gang violence in about three weeks. In an interview with the BBC which was monitored by Africa Today News, New York, Mr Ruto confirmed a planning team was […]
2027 Poll: Peter Obi Not Fit To Lead Nigeria — Soyinka
Controversial Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has declared the presidential candidate of the Labor Party, Peter Obi “unfit” to lead Nigeria, stressing that he lacks what it takes to do so. Soyinka made this known in an interview with Noble Eyisi yesterday. Africa Today News, New York recalls that Obi finished third behind Atiku Abubakar of […]
Nigeria Generated 5,000MW In May – Power Minister Adelabu
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has stated that the country’s electricity generation reached 5,000 Mega Watts in May 2024, marking a significant improvement over previous levels. Adelabu disclosed this during the second day of the ministerial sectoral update for the present administration which is currently holding in Abuja. Adelabu said this achievement highlights the […]
Dragging Oba Of Benin In Marketsquare A Sacrilege — Okpebholo
Senator Okpebholo, the APC’s candidate for governor in Edo State, has spoken out against the ‘shameful treatment’ of his father, the Oba of Benin, stating that such actions, followed by secretive attempts to resolve the issue, are an affront to decency and a disservice to the throne. Addressing Edo indigenes in the United States, Senator […]
FG Announces Over 5m Children Immunized Against Diphtheria
The federal government reports a substantial accomplishment in its diphtheria vaccination drive, with over 5 million children now protected thanks to the pentavalent vaccine, a significant step forward in the quest for a healthier Nigeria. In a concerted effort to boost public health, the government has made significant strides in immunizing over 10 million children […]
Nigeria’s Economy Sees 2.98% Increase In First Quarter 2024
Nigeria’s economic trajectory got a boost in the first quarter of 2024, with GDP surging by 2.98%, setting the stage for a potentially prosperous year ahead. The country’s GDP growth rate experienced a minor setback in Q1’24, decreasing by 0.48 percentage points from the preceding quarter’s 3.46% growth, to reach 2.98%. The National Bureau of […]
Lookman Makes List For Finidi’s World Cup Qualifier Squad
Nigeria’s football team is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers with a strong 23-man squad, handpicked by Head Coach Finidi George. The selection includes Ademola Lookman, who’s currently making waves, Victor Osimhen, the continent’s top player, and Stanley Nwabali, a trusted pair of hands in goal, to face off against South Africa […]
Euro 2024: Giroud To Bring Curtain Down On Football Career
French football stalwart Olivier Giroud has announced his international retirement, set to take effect after Euro 2024, thus ending a distinguished career that has seen him win the World Cup and amass an impressive collection of goal-scoring records. As he enters the twilight of his career, Giroud is graciously ceding the spotlight, affording an emerging […]
Tinubu Has Restored Hope In The Minds Of Nigerians – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has asserted that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration has restored hope in the minds of Nigerians since taking about a year ago. Wike, who remarked on the ministerial sectoral update, also highlighted some of the achievements of his ministry within the one year under review. Africa Today […]
US Restricts Visas For Georgia Over ‘Foreign Agent’ Bill
The Government of the United States has concluded plans to impose visa restrictions and review relations with Georgia over a controversial “foreign agent” bill that has sparked mass protests in the country. The Secretary of State of the US, Antony Blinken said on Friday that the visa restrictions would apply to individuals responsible for undermining democracy […]