By Nkiruka Nnorom, with agency report Former Kenyan Prime Minister and perennial presidential candidate, Raila Odinga, died in an Indian hospital yesterday, aged 80. His death was confirmed by the Devamatha Hospital in India’s Kerala State, where he was taken after he collapsed during a morning walk. A statement from the hospital said Odinga suffered … Continue reading “Tinubu, Ruto mourn as ex-Kenyan PM, Raila Odinga, dies at 80”
By Innocent Anaba LAGOS —ONE of the busiest markets in Lagos State, Ile-Epo Oja Market, is on the brink of chaos as a bitter land ownership dispute threatens to spiral into full-scale violence. The beneficiaries of the estate of the late Ajayi Bello have raised the alarm over what they described as “a calculated and … Continue reading “Crisis brews in Ile-Epo market over land ownership”
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated further to N1,505 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,495 per dollar on Tuesday. However, the Naira appreciated to N1,427.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the exchange rate for the naira fell … Continue reading “Naira depreciates to N1,505 /$ in parallel market”
In a remarkable demonstration of brand strength and national pride, Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading indigenous manufacturer of quality beverages and snacks, has risen five places upward from 27th position in 2024 to 22nd in the 2025 Top 50 Brands Nigeria® ranking, the country’s most respected annual evaluation of corporate brand performance. This recognition reinforces … Continue reading “Rite Foods climbs 5 steps higher in the 2025 Top 50 Brands Ranking.”
It was an extraordinary day in Enugu on October 14, 2025 — one that will long be remembered in Nigeria’s political chronicles. The Coal City buzzed with energy and anticipation as virtually the entire political structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State crossed over to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection, … Continue reading “Group Reacts As Enugu Governor Leads PDP Exodus to APC, Says Move Is About Destiny, Not Politics”
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for … Continue reading “International Consultant – Rapid Education Needs Assessments at United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) – 2 Openings”
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for … Continue reading “International Consultant – Tracer Study on Girls Education and Skills Partnership at United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)”
A federal judge on Wednesday “reluctantly” dismissed a lawsuit brought by young Americans accusing President Donald Trump’s administration of threatening their constitutional right to life and liberty through its aggressive fossil-fuel push. Judge Dana Christensen said that while the plaintiffs had presented “overwhelming” evidence that the government’s actions would worsen climate change and harm … Continue reading “Judge ‘Reluctantly’ Tosses Youth Case Challenging Trump Climate Policies”
English champions Chelsea thrashed Paris FC 4-0 in the second match day of the women’s Champions League on Wednesday. Sandy Baltimore, from the penalty spot, Johanna Rytting Kaneryd, Alyssa Thompson and Erin Cuthbert were all on target for the London side. Two-time women’s Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas hit a 71st-minute penalty to help Barcelona to … Continue reading “Chelsea Thrash Paris FC In Women’s Champions League”
Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca was given a one-match touchline ban on Wednesday for dissent and over-celebrating a last-gasp goal in a 2-1 Premier League win over Liverpool on October 4. The Italian will now be banned from the touchline for Chelsea’s match away to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday. He has … Continue reading “Chelsea’s Maresca Banned For Forest Match After Wild Celebration”