NNL Lands Over ₦494m Sponsorship Deal with betPawa
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria National League (NNL) has secured a groundbreaking one-year sponsorship package valued at more than ₦494 million from Africa’s leading betting and gaming company, betPawa — a partnership designed not just to strengthen the league, but to directly empower its players. At the heart of the agreement is the revolutionary “Locker […]
CGC Volleyball Premier League Enters Day 4, Delivers Explosive Action
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 CGC Volleyball Premier League (Phase 1) lived up to its billing on Day 4 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with fans treated to a mix of thrilling five-set battles and emphatic sweeps across the men’s and women’s categories. In the men’s division, CNS recorded a 3-1 victory over […]
Over 150 Construction Deaths in 2024: NSITF Boss Calls for Urgent Safety Overhaul
By Chinedu Echianu Nigeria’s construction sector has recorded more than 150 deaths from site accidents in 2024, a grim statistic that underscores the urgent need for stronger safety standards. Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, raised the alarm while delivering a keynote address as special guest of honour […]
SSANU, NASU Extend Strike Ultimatum, Warn of Nationwide Action
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have granted the Federal Government a two-week extension to address unresolved welfare issues affecting university staff nationwide. The unions, acting through the Joint Action Committee had initially given the government a seven-day ultimatum but extended it after meetings […]
Nollywood Actress, Mercy Aigbe Mourns Mother
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe is in mourning following the death of her mother, Abisola Grace Owodunni, whom she described as her greatest teacher and source of strength. The actress announced the sad news on Instagram on September 24, 2025, with a solemn post that included candle and heart emojis, symbolizing love and […]
Gov. Namadi Launches 200-Hectare Date Palm Project to Boost Jobs, Economy
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Jigawa State Government has launched a large-scale date palm cultivation scheme, training 400 young people to become farmers in a move aimed at boosting food security, tackling desertification, and creating sustainable jobs. Governor Umar Namadi, speaking at the graduation ceremony held Monday at the Yakubu Gowon NYSC Orientation Camp, Dutse, described […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Returns to Senate, Labels Akpabio a Dictator
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central on Tuesday returned to the National Assembly after months of suspension, declaring that she owes “no apology” for her stance and criticizing Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s leadership as “dictatorial.” Her office in Suite 2.05 of the Senate Wing was officially unsealed by Deputy Director of the […]
Kaduna-Bound Train Derailment: NSIB Faults NRC Over Negligence
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has raised alarm over recurring safety lapses on the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor, blaming poor maintenance and lack of refresher training at the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) for the latest derailment that left 21 passengers injured. In its preliminary report released Wednesday, the Bureau said train number […]
Vice President Shettima to Represent Tinubu at 80th UN General Assembly
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Wednesday represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where he is expected to present Nigeria’s position on urgent global challenges. According to a statement by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on […]
Girls’ U-12 team Wins West African Championship in Accra
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Girls’ U-12 team of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF) clinched the title at the ITF/CAT West African Junior Teams’ Championship in Accra, Ghana, earning a spot at the prestigious Africa Junior Teams’ Championship (AJC). The tournament, held from September 15 to 19, 2025, at the Gold Coast Tennis Club, featured top […]