Новости за 06.07.2024

Ten months after their recruitment, officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service said they had yet to be paid their salary arrears. Some of the personnel whose appointment letters dated August 15, 2023, said they were not paid between September 2023 and February 2024, despite being captured on the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System. While

Elderson Echiejile and Emmanuel Emenike and several other ex-players of the Super Eagles made their way to Efen Ikot Okoro in Ika Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State for the funeral of Vincent Enyeama’s father, Philip Robin Enyeama. The deceased, who served at the sports department of the University of Uyo, guiding the football

The Olu of Imasayi, Oba Lukman Adeleke Kuoye, was among the 11,195 graduates at Lagos State University’s 27th convocation, having earned a PhD in Social Work. In this interview with OLUFEMI ADEDIRAN, he discusses the challenges he faced while pursuing his PhD You recently earned your PhD, can you tell us how you accomplished this

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Friday, doled out cash rewards to athletes of the state for their impressive performance at the 13th African Games in Accra and other competitions this year, Saturday PUNCH reports. The Ogun State Ministry of Sports Development in conjunction with Ogun State Sports Council under the directives of Abiodun appreciated

The Central Bank of Nigeria’s interest rate hike may create a sluggish or stagnant economy for the country, economists have warned. The increase in interest rate and floating of naira by the CBN are moves that will crowd out investment and job opportunities, according to an economist and researcher, Mr Paul Alaje. Also, a chartered

The immediate past media officer of the Super Eagles, Babafemi Raji, popularly known as Topmost Striker, talks about his career at Brila 88.9FM, his time with the Super Eagles and future plans, in this interview with ABIODUN ADEWALE You recently resigned from sports radio, Brila 88.9FM after you quit as the media officer of the

The Nigeria men’s rugby team, Stallions, will kick off their Rugby Africa Men’s 7s second round campaign against South Africa on Saturday (today) starting at 05:22 GMT (09:22 local time) at Labourdonnais Sports Club in Mapou, Mauritius, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to the Nigeria Rugby Federation, the team is in great spirits and poised

Dynamic Chess Ville on Friday announced that all is set for the Golden Gambit Memorial Chess Tournament which has been scheduled to take place on July 20, at the Landmark Boulevard Hall, Victoria Island, Lagos. According to the organisers, the event is a tribute to late pioneers who have contributed significantly to the development of

According to promoter Eddie Hearn, Anthony Joshua has the mental edge in the upcoming heavyweight world title fight against Daniel Dubois, adding that the former champion is no longer defensive. Joshua will aim to become a three-time world champion in September when he takes on a fellow Brit for the IBF crown recently vacated by

The Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership has called on the National Assembly to amend the constitution to criminalise the abandonment of projects by political office holders. CACOL lamented that the abandonment of projects by political officeholders, particularly governors, had contributed to the debt burden of the country. The Executive Director of CACOL, Debo Adeniran,

Award-winning artiste, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has hinted at his intention to leave his first child, Imade, in custody of her mother, Sophia Momodu. This follows a recent counter-affidavit filed by Momodu, claiming that Davido is unfit to raise their daughter. In her response, she alleged that his home is an unsafe environment

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has stressed the importance of stakeholders’ engagements in the development of the Niger Delta region. Dr Ogbuku, while addressing a world press conference in Port Harcourt on Friday, said it was imperative for Niger Deltans to have a conversation on development issues, hence

 Avolta, a Swiss-based travel retailer, has expanded its investment base to $5m in Nigeria. The new feat was made known to journalists on Thursday, by the Chief Executive Officer of the company for Middle East and Africa, Abdeslam Agzoul, during the opening ceremony of the new store at the Lagos airport. The company’s CEO also

Veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, fondly called Charles Olumo and Agbako, speaks to BANKOLE TAIWO about his life at 101, career and other issues Let me start by congratulating you sir for clocking 101 years old earlier this year. Did you ever think you would attain this milestone? (Laughs) How could I have ever thought I

In this feature, VICTOR AYENI explores the social trend of Nigerian singles turning to digital matchmaking platforms in a bid to meet prospective suitors and why their desires might make them vulnerable to individuals with devious motives When Olamide Oriowo entered a beauty spa located in one of the estates along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in

The President of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria, Prof. Wasiu Afolabi, speaks with AMARACHI OKEH about the impact of the current economic hardship and food crisis on the nutritional needs of Nigerians and the local food alternatives that can help address the dietary deficiencies of vulnerable citizens How crucial is maintaining healthy nutrition during an

How long have you been married? I have been married since 2008. How would you describe your marriage? After your relationship with God, the second most important relationship, I think, would be your marriage and your family. It means it is your motivation, your inspiration because when you remember your family, the people you love,

The Federal Government contracted oil pipeline surveillance firm, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd (TSSNL) has fixed deplorable roads in Bendel Estate and adjoining communities in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. A worker in the company, who doesn’t want his name in print because he was not authorised to speak on the issue, said

While in medical school, did you envisage you’d take up a writing career and not medicine? No. I wanted to be a doctor and I did not write at that time. I liked books and I could tell stories. I could write a competent essay but I did not take writing to be a thing

A traditional ruler in Delta state, Dein of Agbor, His Royal Majesty Benjamin Ikenchuku Gbenoba, has met with the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), to end activities of drug dealers in his kingdom. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the NDLEA Director,

Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia on Thursday night said his administration would soon set up a panel to investigate the recent killings and violence in the state. The governor also said his government had ordered full military intervention to tackle the security crisis in the state’s troubled Ukum Local Government Area. Recall that

The Ogun State Police Command on Friday said it has launched an investigation into the killing of 28-year-old Adeniji Ibrahim in front of his father’s house at Abule Oke axis of Yewa North Local Government Area of the state. The command also said that it has commenced a manhunt for those who were behind the

The pound advanced Friday after Britain’s centre-left Labour Party clinched an expected landslide election victory to end 14 years of right-wing Conservative rule. London’s benchmark FTSE 100 index gave up early gains made following news that Keir Starmer would become Britain’s new prime minister, after Labour trounced Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives as Wall Street opened. Labour’s

Premier League giants Chelsea FC have taken a significant step to bolster their presence in African football by appointing two key figures to oversee operations on the continent. According to renowned football journalist, Fabrizio Romano, on Friday via X, the London-based club has brought on board Achirou Gaoh and Seyi Olofinjana to lead their African

France downed Portugal on penalties in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals following a goalless draw on Friday to set up a last-four meeting with Spain. A largely dull 120 minutes saw both sides struggle to create clear chances in Hamburg, before Joao Felix was the only player to miss in the shoot-out and Theo Hernandez netted