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The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any cases of gender-based violence (GBV) to the appropriate authorities for necessary action. Sani Sa’idu Muhammad, the project officer of…
Former Arsenal star, Nwankwo Kanu, on Thursday night, insisted that ‘penalty is penalty’ after Nigeria’s Super Eagles were defeated by Morocco in the AFCON semi-final tie on Wednesday. Kanu, who was at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat supporting Eric Chelle’s side…
The presiding Pastor of Genesis Global Church, Prophet Israel Ogundipe, has warned Christians against payment of first fruit. The cleric, also known as Prophet Genesis, said Christians should not do that at the expense of their personal or family welfare. According to him, it…
Former Manchester United player, Paul Parker has asked his old team to sign Ruben Neves from Al-Hilal. He thinks the midfielder has all the qualities needed to quickly become successful at Old Trafford. Parker told Metro that the only thing stopping Neves from moving is the…
The Nigerian stock market slipped on Thursday, snapping a 23-session winning streak as investors recorded a combined loss of N457 billion. The downturn followed profit-taking activities in several stocks, reversing the gains posted in the previous session at the Nigerian…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu has pledged to support anybody who emerges as the party’s presidential candidate in 2027. Momodu vowed to work with either former Vice President Atiku, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, Aminu Tambuwal if any of them…
Lagos State Taskforce has stepped up enforcement operations across the metropolis, targeting street urchins popularly referred to as Omotaku, who are accused of loitering around major roads and traffic corridors to harass and extort motorists, particularly during vehicle…
Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd), has explained why no physical remains of terrorists were recovered following recent United States airstrikes in Nigeria, saying the nature of the weapons used made that impossible. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time…
United States Department of the Treasury has sanctioned several Iranian security officials, including Ali Larijani, the Secretary of the Supreme Council for National Security (SCNS). Also designated are 18 individuals and entities tied to Iran’s “shadow banking” networks,…
A coalition of Northern groups and institutions has expressed concern that 60 years after the death of the Premier of Northern region, Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto, the North has no credible successors and has failed to sustain its incredible records. Bashir M.…
Osun State Police Command has cautioned residents against avoidable fire outbreaks, particularly during the dry season. The warning is coming amid reports of increasing fire incidents across the state. It was contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner of Police, CP…
The Alaafin of Oyo’s Palace has rejected claims by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, that he consulted the Alaafin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland and the Soun of Ogbomoso on the issue of rotating the chairmanship of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs. In a statement dated…
Amid his detention in Finland, Simon Ekpa has been removed as the leader of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile. In a statement on Thursday, Ogechukwu Nkere was announced to have emerged as the replacement of Ekpa as the Prime Minister of BRGIE. According to the…
Mr. Nnamdi Offial, counsel to the second defendant, Henry Omoile, in the ongoing trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele, on Thursday accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of pressuring his client to implicate the ex-apex…
Egypt head coach, Hossam Hassan, has claimed that other African teams are jealous of them, because they already have seven AFCON titles. Hassan was speaking ahead of their third-place playoff game against Nigeria this weekend. Sadio Mane netted a late winner, that saw Senegal…
Lagos State Taskforce has apprehended three suspected impersonators accused of posing as officers of the Nigerian Navy, including a man identified as James K. Robert, who allegedly claimed the rank of Captain, in connection with the demolition of illegal shanties and…
The naira on Thursday bounced back to appreciation against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira strengthened on Thursday to N1,419.28 against the dollar, up from N1,420.04 on Wednesday. This…
Former Chelsea player, Chris Sutton has predicted the Premier League match-day 22 taking place this weekend. Manchester United will host Manchester City at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon, while Chelsea will face Brentford at Stamford Bridge. Liverpool will clash with…
