On Tuesday, November 5th, Shoprite, the largest retail brand in Africa, Shoprite opened its doors to Benin City in an extravagant grand opening, and the city was buzzing with enthusiasm welcoming the largest shopping store in Africa to Edo state. Shoprite, the retailer of choice delivering convenience, and exceptional value to customers and communities since … Read more
The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), in collaboration with the Canadian Government, has canvassed greater representation of women in leadership and political roles across the country. The Institute bemoaned the glaring gender gap in Nigeria’s existing political environment, noting that women only make up 10 percent of members of the National Assembly, … Read more
Minister of Works David Umahi has described late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, as a man that championed the cause of nation-building and ethical rebirth with unwavering passion. In a statement he personally signed, Umahi stated that Iwuanyanwu until his death, “desired a progressive Nigeria that blossoms in peace, prosperity, unity, and … Read more
A housewife who threw her newborn baby boy into a gutter has been arrested by Karaworo residents in Lokoja and handed over to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Sunday. For dumping her newborn baby boy in a gutter, the middle-aged woman is now in NSCDC custody in Lokoja. According to DAILY … Read more
The Coalition for Change in Nigeria, CCN, has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, to immediately address three critical issues affecting the nation’s oil and gas sector. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, convener of the coalition, Dr. Emmanuel Agabi emphasised the need for transparency … Read more
Chelsea boss, Enzo Maresca has names three key players that will miss his side’s away Premier League clash with Bournemouth on Saturday. Maresca’s side head to the game following a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace in their last Premeir League encounter. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Maresca said the likes of Reece James, Malo … Read more
Falconets head coach, Chris Danjuma says his team is battle-ready for their opening fixture at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The West Africans will take on the Korean Republic in their first game at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo, Bogota on Monday morning. Danjuma’s side spent two weeks in Bogota perfecting strategies for … Read more
Following the recent oil spill in Ibeno community, Akwa Ibom State, the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has issued a seven days ultimatum to ExxonMobil, asking the oil company to carry out a thorough clean up exercise and initiate a procedure for compensation. The IYC added that in pursuit of clean, habitable and favourable environment within … Read more
The Department of State Services, DSS, has denied playing a role in the reported raid of the headquarters of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC. DSS specifically said that it did not carry out any operation at the NLC office in Abuja. “Please kindly note that the Service (DSS) did not carry out any operation at … Read more
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has said his team would need to hit the 114-point mark to win the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City. The Gunners have finished runners-up behind City for the last two seasons. In the 2022/2023 season, Pep Guardiola’s men won by a five-point gap. But in 2023/2024, Arsenal cut it … Read more