Newcastle United claimed their third consecutive Champions League win with a commanding 2–0 triumph over Athletic Bilbao at St James’ Park on Wednesday, inspired by a thunderous first-half header from Dan Burn. Burn spectacularly opened the scoring, rising to meet Kieran Trippier’s free-kick and directing a powerful header into the far corner. Joelinton sealed the…
Over 90 percent of Nigeria’s population lack access to complete basic water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services, according to findings from the 2021 WASH NORM Report. This was disclosed by Mr. Monday Johnson, a WASH Specialist with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), during a two-day media dialogue themed “Accelerating Actions to Improve Urban Water,…
The Federal Government has indicated that it may consider selling Nigeria’s state-owned refineries as part of ongoing economic reform efforts aimed at attracting investment, enhancing competition, and improving operational efficiency in the downstream oil sector. Nigeria’s four refineries — located in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna — have a combined installed capacity of 445,000 barrels…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Major General Abdullahi Mohammed Adangba (rtd.), former Chief of Staff to Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. General Mohammed, who passed away at the age of 86, made enduring contributions to Nigeria’s security framework, notably through his role in establishing the National…
The Senate has passed the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025, for second reading. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a national framework for Nigeria’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs), promote local manufacturing, and advance the nation’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia North), the bill received widespread…
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced plans to introduce a Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) to replace the existing Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC) for Nigerians living abroad. The Comptroller-General of Immigration, Kemi Nanna Nandap, said the initiative is part of the Service’s ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening identity management and border governance in line…
The Senate has passed, on third reading, a bill seeking to prevent and prohibit sexual harassment of students in educational institutions and other learning environments across the country. The legislation, which originated from the House of Representatives, aims to safeguard students from all forms of sexual misconduct and abuse within academic settings. It also establishes…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has announced plans to raise its equity stake in the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery to 20 per cent, in a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity and reinforce its influence in the downstream oil sector. Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari, disclosed this on Tuesday while…
Liverpool returned to top form with a 1-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid at Anfield, delivering a dominant performance that belied the narrow scoreline. Following their Premier League victory over Aston Villa, the Premier League champions continued their revival under Arne Slot, ending a difficult run of results and asserting control over the Spanish…
Arsenal continued their remarkable start to the season with a convincing 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague in the Champions League, extending their winning streak to 10 matches in all competitions. Mikel Merino starred for the Gunners, scoring twice as Arsenal also recorded their eighth consecutive clean sheet, matching a club record set in 1903. Merino…
