66 m. ago Theatre Dreams: Nigerian players who starred at Old Trafford

Following Calvin Bassey’s heroics against Manchester United in the FA CUP on Sunday, PUNCH Sports Extra’s ABIODUN ADEWALE takes a look at some Nigerian players who have turned up in style at Old Trafford  Calvin Bassey Not once, but twice, Bassey has turned up the heat against Manchester United at Old Trafford, with the latest Read More

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1 hour ago EU exposes students in Lagos, Kano to study opportunities in Europe

Tribune Online EU exposes students in Lagos, Kano to study opportunities in Europe THE European Union (EU), through its ‘Study in Europe Fair,’ has provided Nigerian students with direct access to information about studying in Europe, offering opportunities to explore a diverse range of academic programmes and disciplines. The ‘2025 EU Study in Europe Fair,’ which is a collaborative initiative led by the EU Delegation in Nigeria, with […] EU exposes students in Lagos, Kano to study opportunities in Europe Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Rivers budget ultimatum: Fubara, Assembly set for fresh showdown, gov alerts supporters

Governor Siminalayi Fubara is set for a showdown with the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly as he rejected the 48-hour ultimatum issued by the lawmakers to present the 2025 budget. The governor also dismissed the assembly’s opposition to his directive for outgoing local government chairmen to hand over to Heads of Local Government Read More

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8 h. ago Fulham condemn racist and homophobic abuse directed at Calvin Bassey

Fulham have strongly condemned the racist and homophobic online abuse directed at Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey following Sunday’s FA Cup read more Fulham condemn racist and homophobic abuse directed at Calvin Bassey

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8 h. ago MURIC Accuses CAN Of Double Standards Over Ramadan School Closures

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has responded to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), over its criticism of the decision by four Northern states Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi to extend school closures during Ramadan. MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, accused CAN of overstepping its boundaries and displaying double standards regarding Muslim practices. CAN […] The post MURIC Accuses CAN Of Double Standards Over Ramadan School Closures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024

By Chinelo Obogo In a grand ceremony held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lagos, Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo, the Group Managing Director of Nedcomoaks, was honored with ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ award for 2024. The event, which brought together top executives from the corporate world, oil and gas industry, banking sector, and prominent […] The post Dr. Kennedy Okonkwo wins ‘The Sun Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago CAN exhibiting double standards over Ramadan school closures — MURIC

The Muslim Rights Concern has issued a rebuttal to the Christian Association of Nigeria’s condemnation of the decision by four Northern states—Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi—to extend school closures for the Ramadan period. MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, accused CAN of overstepping its bounds and exhibiting double standards in matters concerning the Muslim community. Read More

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11 h. ago Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria

Tribune Online Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has criticized the decision by some northern state governors to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan, describing it as a violation of the country’s secular principles and a threat to education. In a statement signed by CBCN President Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji and Secretary Bishop Donatus A. […] Ramadan: Catholic Bishops condemn closure of schools in Northern Nigeria Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget

Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Sim Fubara 48 hours to present the 2025 budget to the members of the house. The lawmakers made this known during a plenary session in Port Harcourt on Monday. Recall that Governor Fubara had on January 2nd, 2025, signed a N1.1 trillion 2025 Budget into law after […] The post Rivers Assembly Knocks Gov Fubara Over Directive On LG Councils, Issues Two Days Ultimatum To Present 2025 Budget appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago EPL: Fulham defend Bassey against online abuse after FA Cup win

Fulham have condemned the racist and homophobic abuse directed at their defender, Calvin Bassey, online after he scored in Sunday’s FA Cup victory over Manchester United. Nigeria international Bassey gave his side the lead before half-time in the match, which ended 1-1 at Old Trafford before Fulham overcame the hosts on penalties to qualify for Read More

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13 h. ago WATO’s controversial position on Colombia’s FARC and the cocaine trade: A case study in narcoterrorism

The World Anti-Terrorism Organization (WATO TRUST), under the leadership of Dr. Yogita Karache and its Director of Intelligence, has taken read more WATO’s controversial position on Colombia’s FARC and the cocaine trade: A case study in narcoterrorism

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16 h. ago Ramadan: Northern CAN condemns school closures in Bauchi, others

The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern States and Abuja has condemned the closure of public and private schools in some Northern states during Ramadan. While condemning the action of the affected states, the Christian body asked northern governors to match education with spiritual practice. The call followed the directive to close public Read More

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17 h. ago Lagos Assembly staff to work from home amid leadership crisis

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly staff to work from home amid leadership crisis Lagos State House of Assembly has directed all staff and legislative aides to work remotely indefinitely, to prevent potential violence from the ongoing leadership crisis. Lagos Assembly staff to work from home amid leadership crisis Tribune Online

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18 h. ago With Charterhouse’ no Nigerian family needs seek overseas education — Todd

as Charterhouse Lagos expands with secondary school John Todd, director of education at Charterhouse Lagos, has emphasised that Nigerians read more With Charterhouse’ no Nigerian family needs seek overseas education — Todd

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18 h. ago MPC: Ensuring Stability In Exchange Rates, Inflation Control

The first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in 2025 provided critical insights into the country’s economic direction. The CBN reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring stability in the foreign exchange (FX) market, achieving inflation moderation, and driving economic recovery through a well-coordinated monetary and fiscal policy approach. Over the […]

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18 h. ago EFCC Arrests 11 Suspects In Niger Over Alleged Internet Fraud Activities

Eleven suspected Internet fraudsters have been arrested in Niger State’s Chanchangi Local Government Area by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s Kaduna Zonal Directorate. This was disclosed in a statement posted on Sunday on the agency’s official X handle, titled ‘EFCC Arrests 11 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Niger.’ The commission revealed that operatives seized two […] The post EFCC Arrests 11 Suspects In Niger Over Alleged Internet Fraud Activities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Oscars 2025: ‘Anora’ dominates with five wins as Sean Baker makes history

Tribune Online Oscars 2025: ‘Anora’ dominates with five wins as Sean Baker makes history Filmmaker Sean Baker emerged as the evening’s biggest winner, securing four Oscars for his film Anora, which claimed Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Editing. The film’s lead actress, Mikey Madison, also won Best Actress, bringing Anora’s total to five awards. This was at the 97th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby […] Oscars 2025: ‘Anora’ dominates with five wins as Sean Baker makes history Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Don frowns at funding mismatch in Nigeria’s budget implementation

Tribune Online Don frowns at funding mismatch in Nigeria’s budget implementation A Don and the Director of Capital Market Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State Professor Uche Uwaleke, has expressed concerns over the significant funding mismatch in Nigeria’s budget implementation, highlighting the disparity between the country’s recurrent and capital expenditures. This mismatch has resulted in a low capital budget implementation rate of 25 percent, compared […] Don frowns at funding mismatch in Nigeria’s budget implementation Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Group Warns Of AI Voice Cloning Plot Against Senate President

A civic group, the Societal Safety Network (SSN), has raised the alarm over an alleged plot to tarnish the reputation of the President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. At a press briefing in Abuja on Sunday, SSN’s Deputy Director of Publicity, Comrade Olalere Benedict, claimed that the campaign […]

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23 h. ago FA Cup: Super Eagles’ Player, Bassey Scores As Fulham Beat Holders Man United To Reach Quarter Finals

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey was on target as Fulham defeated Manchester United 3-4 on penalty shootouts during an FA Cup game at Old Trafford. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that his Nigerian compatriot Alex Iwobi was subbed off in the 107rh minute for Ryan Sessegnon. The cup holders were knocked out of the competition on Sunday […] The post FA Cup: Super Eagles’ Player, Bassey Scores As Fulham Beat Holders Man United To Reach Quarter Finals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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