There is disquiet among both career staffers and political office holders of the Ogun State House of Assembly over the appointment of a new Clerk. The crisis became noticeable after the House Clerk, Adedeji Adeyemo, retired from active service in early March and the assembly refused to announce a name to occupy the office since […] The post Crisis brews in Ogun Assembly over appointment
Zenith Bank has named Adaora Umeoji as its first female Group Managing Director/Chief Executive. Her appointment, subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria, takes effect from June 1, 2024, according to the bank. “She takes over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May 31, 2024, after a very successful tenure. […] The post Zenith Bank appoints Adaora
The Minority Leader in the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Thursday pressed home the argument of the All Progressives Congress concerning the deployment of troops for the forthcoming 2015 elections. Fielding questions from Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily crew, Mr Gbajabiamila noted that the matter, which caused a divide on the floor of the House […] The post Military
The Gambia has taken steps towards lifting a ban on female circumcision, a move that could make it the first country in the world to reverse legal protections against the practice for millions of women and girls. Politicians in the West African nation’s parliament voted 42 to four on Monday to advance the controversial bill, […] The post The Gambia votes
A seasoned Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has made a sincere appeal to Nigerians for financial support to undergo a kidney transplant in India. The post Nollywood actor Amaechi Muonagor appeals for funds to undergo kidney transplant in India first appeared on 3News.
Mohammed Kudus is set to miss Ghana’s friendly games against Nigeria and Uganda in Morocco after complaining of shoulder issues, 3Sports understands. The midfielder was included in Otto Addo’s squad for the March international break but had to pull out. 3Sports can confirm that Kudus’ number 20 jersey has been handed to another player for […] The post Mohammed
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed former player Finidi George as the interim boss ahead of the upcoming international friendlies against the Black Stars of Ghana and Eagles of Mali in March. Following the departure of Jose Peseiro, who led the team to a second-place finish in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), […] The post Nigeria appoint new coach ahead of
The Nigerian Federal Government is in talks with the World Bank to complete the processes of obtaining over $1 billion loans to address the challenges facing Internally Displaced Persons and their host communities, as well as bolster rural access and agricultural marketing in the country. The request is contained in a recent World Bank document […] The post Govt eyes fresh $1bn World Bank loan for
Suspected kidnappers have reportedly abducted and killed the traditional ruler of Riruwai village in Lame District, Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Alhaji Garba Badamasi. According to reports, the traditional ruler was reportedly kidnapped from his palace on March 15, 2024 by the gunmen who scared away residents with sporadic gun shots. DAILY POST […] The post Gunmen abduct, kill traditional
Aggrieved motorcycle riders have blocked major roads and markets in Asaba and Okayama, in the Oshimili South and Oshimili North Local Government Areas of Delta State, protesting the death of their colleagues. The protesters took to the streets in the early hours of Monday in anger, destroying properties. Businesses around the popular Midwifery Market in […] The post Okada riders storm
Nigeria, a country known for its vibrant cultural tapestry and diverse sporting interests, may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of rugby. However, this West African nation is witnessing a steady rise in the popularity and participation of this rugged and exhilarating sport. While football (soccer) remains the undisputed king of sports in Nigeria, rugby is carving out its own niche and gaining momentum among enthusiasts, players, and supporters across the nation.
Niger’s military government announced that it has ended an accord with the US that allowed military personnel and civilian staff from the Department of Defence to operate in Niger – days after holding high-level talks with US diplomatic and military officials this week. “The government of Niger, taking into account the aspirations and interests of […] The post Niger
Team Ghana have progressed to the final of the men’s 4x100m medley relay at the ongoing 13th African Games. Team Ghana finished 4th with a time of 4:04.98 in men’s 4x100m medley relay and have made it to the finals.#CitiSports #Accra2023 pic.twitter.com/AfgnZhSEP1 — Citi Sports (@CitiSportsGHA) March 13, 2024 The quartet of Niklas Yeboah, Harry […] The post #Accra2023:
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso say they will form a joint force to fight jihadist threats in their countries. Niger’s army chief Moussa Salaou Barmou announced it would be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size. He spoke in a televised speech on Wednesday following talks in the capital Niamey. Groups […] The post Niger, Mali
Dakoa Newman exchanging pleasantries with trainees Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) at the Ghana Society for the Socially Disadvantaged (formerly known as Kaneshi Cripples home, in the Okaikwei South Constituency Read More... The post PWDs Predict 90% Win For Dakoa Newman appeared
Zambia has declared the drought the country is currently going through a national disaster, with President Hakainde Hichilema saying the lack of rain has devastated the agricultural sector, affecting more than one million families. The southern African country has gone without rain for five weeks at a time when farmers need it the most, Hichilema […] The post Zambia
The West African regional bloc is lifting some sanctions imposed on Niger over last year’s coup, in a new push for dialogue following a series of political crises that have rocked the region in recent months. A no-fly zone and border closures were among the sanctions being lifted “with immediate effect,” the president of the […] The post ECOWAS backtracks, lifts sanctions
The Zambian government has imposed restrictions on maize and mealies meal (maize flour) exports in response to an extended dry spell endangering the harvest. Minister of Agriculture Reuben Phiri announced the measure on Tuesday, stating that export limitations will remain until a thorough evaluation of the upcoming harvest is conducted. “Owing to the prevailing situation, […] The post Zambia
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, says the President Bola Tinubu administration is auditing the 22.7 trillion naira Ways and Means loans approved by the government of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. The finance minister, who stated this on Tuesday at the Public Wealth Management Conference in Abuja, the nation’s capital, […] The post Govt
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has reaffirmed the ban on unauthorized use of military camouflage, saying that it is only the Armed Forces and the Nigeria Police Force while on joint operation with the military that are allowed by law to use the military camouflage. The Director of Information and Public Relations […] The post Unauthorized use of military
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