Nigeria, Barbados Seal Pharma Partnership
Nigeria and Barbados have taken a decisive step toward reshaping pharmaceutical production across Africa and the Caribbean with the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at boosting local manufacturing and tightening regional health security. The agreement, sealed on Tuesday in Abuja, brings together Nigeria’s Presidential Initiative for
Adeleke Declares 24-Hour Curfew in Igbajo After Violent Unrest
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday imposed a 24-hour curfew on Igbajo in Boluwaduro Local Government Area following a violent breakdown of law and order that erupted overnight. The state government confirmed that the unrest began late Sunday and continued into the early hours of Monday, prompting urgent security
Umo Eno Approves 13th-Month “Eno-mber” Bonus for Workers
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has approved the payment of a 13th-month salary bonus popularly known in the state as the “Eno-mber” package for all public sector workers ahead of the 2025 Christmas celebrations. The governor announced the approval on Monday through a message shared on his social media
Lookman, Onyedika Seek Crucial Champions League Wins
Nigerian duo Ademola Lookman and Raphael Onyedika will be in action on Wednesday as they attempt to propel their clubs toward crucial victories in the UEFA Champions League, with both Atalanta and Club Brugge facing high-stakes fixtures that could shape their European campaigns. Lookman’s Atalanta head into their clash against
Analyst Slams FIFA Over Ronaldo Suspension U-Turn
Football analyst and former Scotland midfielder Craig Burley has launched a scathing criticism of FIFA following its decision to alter Cristiano Ronaldo’s disciplinary ruling, accusing the world football governing body of compromising its integrity to protect star power ahead of major tournaments. Ronaldo, who plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr,
Otti Denies Political Motive in Sealing of Office
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has dispelled claims that the sealing of the Renewed Hope Agenda office in Umuahia was politically driven, insisting the action formed part of a broader enforcement exercise mandated by the courts. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Ukoha Ukoha,
Soludo’s Wife Urges Women to Speak Up Against GBV
Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, has urged women experiencing gender-based violence (GBV) to break the silence and speak out, stressing that no one should endure abuse in isolation. She made the call in a message released on Tuesday to commemorate the 2025 International Day for the
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Trial Adjourned to February 2026
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on alleged cybercrime against Senate President Godswill Akpabio to February 4, 2026. The adjournment came following the absence of Justice Mohammed Umar on Monday, who was reportedly away on an official assignment outside Abuja. This case,
Nigerian Actor Odira Nwobu Reportedly Dies
Nigerian content creator and actor Odira Nwobu has reportedly passed away, according to a Facebook post shared on Monday by blogger and content creator Awuzie Frankline. The post included a video showing Nwobu lying lifeless, sparking shock and condolences from fans across social media. While Frankline did not provide specific
Arokodare Backs Edwards to Rescue Wolves
Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has expressed confidence in newly appointed Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Rob Edwards to help the club recover from their poor start to the 2025/26 season. Wolves have struggled significantly in the early stages of the campaign, accumulating just two points from their opening fixtures and currently