The Federal Government has expressed concern over the vandalization of metal components on the Second Niger Bridge and warned that the bridge may be blocked if such activities continue. The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Mr. Mahmuda Mamman, visited the bridge and called on security agencies to increase surveillance to…
The National Assembly has appealed to Organised Labour to reconsider its decision to go on a national strike, expressing concern over its potential negative impacts on ordinary Nigerians who are already facing economic challenges. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Labour, Employment, and Productivity, Hon. Adegboyega Adefarati, urged workers to consider negotiation…
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has raised concerns that the removal of fuel subsidy without adequate measures to mitigate the effects is pushing Nigeria towards collapse. The CBCN’s President, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, expressed worry over the current economic crisis facing the nation and its citizens. Meanwhile, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association…
Chelsea has agreed to a £38.6 million deal in principle to sign defender Axel Disasi from AS Monaco. The versatile centre-back, who can also play at right-back, will undergo a medical before finalizing the move. The 25-year-old has reportedly already agreed personal terms with Chelsea. Disasi has won four caps for France and was part…
Chelsea is reportedly negotiating a cash-plus-player deal to sign French football star Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Mbappe has refused to extend his contract with PSG, leading to speculation about his future. Real Madrid and Al-Hilal were rumored destinations, but no deal has materialized. Liverpool is also said to be considering a loan swoop…
Nigeria’s women’s football team, the Super Falcons, has advanced to the round of 16 in the ongoing Women’s World Cup being hosted by Australia and New Zealand. They secured their spot after playing a goalless draw with the Republic of Ireland in their last group match. In the first half, Nigeria struggled to break through…
Chelsea has been crowned the winners of the inaugural Premier League Summer Series after defeating Fulham 2-0. The Blues won two out of their three games in the pre-season tournament to reach the finals. The opening goal came from veteran Thiago Silva, who scored a header from a corner kick. Christopher Nkunku added the second…
Nigerian actress Aniebiet Francis suggests that many restless wives, who are constantly suspicious of their husbands’ actions, were once official side chicks in other people’s relationships. She believes that their past as side chicks haunts them, causing them to assume their husbands are cheating because of their previous experiences. These women live in fear that…
Ice Prince Zamani, the Nigerian rapper, has praised his colleague M.I. Abaga, considering him among the greatest rappers in the world. Ice Prince credits M.I. for playing a significant role in his career and acknowledges the rapper’s influence on the industry. He also lauds veteran Nigerian rapper Modenine as the best metaphorical rapper ever to…
Actress Judy Austin has showered her husband, Yul Edochie, with praises, calling him the best man in Africa. In a video, she affectionately hypes him in Igbo, referring to him as an ‘Odogwu’ (a strong and respected man). Judy boldly challenges anyone who thinks they are strong to try her husband and get a good…