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 […]
Tinubu To Send 2nd Batch Of Ministerial Nominees Today
The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu will this morning send a new batch of ministerial nominees to the Senate for screening, Africa Today News, New York can confirm. It was gathered from a very reliable source that the names of the new batch of ministerial nominees would be read at the plenary today. The lawmaker […]
Trump Faces Indictment Over Attempt To Overturn 2020 Election
A former President of the United States, Donald Trump has been criminally indicted for making attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, with prosecutors accusing the Republican politician of attempting to obstruct ‘a bedrock function’ of democracy in order to cling on to power. The 45-page indictment, filed in Washington, DC yesterday […]
‘No Going Back On Mass Protest’, NLC Declares As FG Kicks
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) last night dashed any hope that the much-talked-about nationwide mass action scheduled to commence today would be shelved. This was confirmed in a statement made available to Africa Today News, New York which was titled, ‘We have neither reconsidered nor suspended the nationwide protest’ signed by Mr. Joe Ajaero, president of the […]
Sadio Mane Joins Ronaldo’s Saudi Al Nassr
Bayern Munich striker Sadio Mane has been signed by Saudi side Al Nassr, as announced by the club on Tuesday. The Saudi league, known for its financial prowess, has added the Senegalese international as the latest high-profile player to be associated with five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. The transfer of the former Liverpool star […]
NSIB Initiates Probe Into Lagos Aviation Disaster
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated an investigation into the airplane crash that occurred on Tuesday involving a light single airplane in the Ikeja area of Lagos State. ‘The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has been notified and commenced investigation into an accident involving a Jabiru J430, a light single airplane with Nationality […]
Investment ‘ll Thrive With Tinubu’s Reforms – UK Foreign Sec
The British Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, commended President Bola Tinubu‘s economic reforms, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and unification of exchange rates, stating that they will create a conducive environment for investment and bolster economic growth. James Cleverly noted this during a business briefing in Lagos on Tuesday. In addition, the foreign secretary pointed […]