Former Striker of Arsenal FC, Kevin Campbell has passed on, aged 54. Arsenal club wrote : We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness. Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time.
Germany Humbles Scotland as Spain sets to Battle Croatia
Germany made an ideal start to their home European Championship as a 5-1 demolition of Scotland got fans dreaming again. Euro 2024 expectations had been low despite the three-time European champions, one of football’s long-time powerhouses, hosting the tournament. But Germany were hugely impressive against, admittedly, a painfully poor Scotland – and recorded their biggest Euros
Cyril Ramaphosa Re-elected as South Africa’s President
Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected president of the seventh administration of the Republic of South Africa. He fended off a challenge by EFF leader, Julius Malema by 283 votes to 44 with the help of his partners in the newly formed Government of National Unity, that includes the Democratic Alliance, Inkatha Freedom Party, National Freedom Party,
Octogenarian Blessings as Chief Sydney Uka turns 80!
Happy 80th Birthday to a truly remarkable individual, Chief Sydney U. Uka, Ahunwa, Echeta Nna Nke Mbụ N’Owerre-Ezukala, Orumba South L. G. A, Anambra State. Let the drums roll…!!! Eight decades of life, love, and legacy. Today, we, your children and loved ones celebrate your extraordinary journey, marked by wisdom, resilience, and generosity. Your life
Old Enough Yet Unmarried – Episode 33
The next morning before she left, Osas thanked me for accommodating her and said she would attend her job interview that morning before going back to Benin. She made me promise not to say a word to Charly or anyone else of what she told me the day before. According to her she had made
FG Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays
The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako who disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja said the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the
BREAKING : Court Upholds the Deposed Emir’s rights, awards damages
The Federal High Court sitting in Kano has awarded the dethroned Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the sum of N10,000,000 for the breach of his fundamental rights, personal liberty, and freedom of movement. Delivering judgement on the matter, the presiding judge, Justice Simon Amobeda, ruled that it was wrong for the Kano state governor
Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Drops To 1.25 Million Barrels Per Day – OPEC
Nigeria’s average crude oil production in May dropped to 1.25 million barrels per day (bpd) from 1.28 million bpd recorded in April 2024, according to direct communication from the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). This data comes from the OPEC Monthly Oil Market Report for May, based on direct communication with Nigerian authorities. However,
UEFA EURO 2024 predicted line-ups: All the possible starting XIs
The Euro 2024 kicks off today as the Host, Germany plays Scotland. Who’s likely to start and who is unavailable or doubtful? UEFA.com’s team of reporters predict the starting XIs for Matchday 1. Albania Matchday 1: Italy vs Albania (Dortmund, 15 June, 21:00) Predicted line-up: Berisha; Hysaj, Djimsiti, Ajeti, Mitaj; Asllani, Ramadani, Bajrami; Seferi, Asani, Broja The main
The Dilemma of Nigerians Abroad & Slavery of those in Nigeria under Toxic relationship with their “Rulers”
A place is not a home without the people you love. Japa can be difficult to understand when someone is culturally ignorant. In order to determine someone’s future, it is prudent to determine their past. Nigeria is the Extended Family. We value interconnectivity & proximity. We are big on closure, Nigerians like to know what