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MANCHESTER CITY HOLDS LIVERPOOL TO A DRAW AT ANFIELD

Manchester City survived a second-half bombardment from Liverpool to hold on for a 1-1 draw in an electrifying encounter at Anfield which leaves Arsenal top of the Premier League. The final Premier League meeting between Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola lived up to its billing as the injury-hit hosts roared back from John Stones’ clever first-half opener from a corner. Alexis Mac Allister scored the leveler from the penalty spot early in the second period after Ederson had wiped out Darwin Nunez from Nathan Ake’s poor back pass, injuring himself in the process. Klopp's side, with Mohamed […]

todayMarch 11, 2024

National

PRESIDENT TINUBU TO LAUNCH STUDENT LOAN SCHEME ON THURSDAY.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity Ajuri Ngelale has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu will on Thursday launch the Student Loan Scheme. Ngelale in a television interview yesterdaysaid his principal will launch the historic National Student Loan Programme as a major form of obligation reduction for Nigerians and families and young people at a time when Nigerians are feeling the pinch.  On June 12, 2023, Tinubu signed the Access to Higher Education Act, 2023, into law aimed at enabling students […]

todayMarch 11, 2024

SpotLight

URBAN SPOTLIGHT: MID3

Introducing MID3: A Rising Star in Nigeria's Afro-Fusion Scene. Born and raised in Nigeria, MID3 embodies the rich tapestry of Afro-fusion music, drawing inspiration from a diverse array of genres and cultural influences. From a young age, MID3's passion for music was ignited by the melodies of legends like Sunny Ade, Fela Kuti, and Lagbaja, whose distinctive styles left an indelible mark on his musical journey. A Fusion of Influences […]

todayMarch 8, 2024

Entertainment

AYRA STARR TO PERFORM ALONGSIDE CHRIS BROWN ON HIS NORTH AMERICA TOUR.

Marvin records artiste Ayra Starr is set to accompany award-winning music superstar Chris Brown as a special guest on his 11:11 tour of the United States.  The Grammy nominee who is one of the phenomenal artists exporting Afrobeats to a global audience through her sensational music, will be joined by Rhythm and Bluesstar Muni Long as Chris Brown performs in 26 cities across the United States and Canada.  Chris Brown has collaborated with different Afrobeats stars including Wizkid, Davido, Rema, Fireboy, and most recently Davido & Lojay on SENSATIONAL which appeared on his album 11:11 released in 2023.

todayMarch 6, 2024

National

PETER OBI SAYS HE IS NOT DESPERATE TO BE PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA.

The presidential candidate of the Labor Party LP in the last general election Peter Obi has insisted that he was not desperate to be President of Nigeria but that he desired the country to work. OBI while reacting to his award as the Leadership Politician of the year 2023 at the annual Leadership Conference and Awards in Abuja added that young Nigerians should be productively engaged to eliminate poverty and crime. The former governor of Anambra State also said it was a shame for Ukraine, a war-torn country, to donate grains to […]

todayMarch 6, 2024

National

EFCC CAPTURES 21 FOOD TRUCKS HEADING TO NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC Maiduguri Zonal Command has intercepted 21 food trucks heading towards N’djamena, Chad Republic, Central African Republic, and Cameroon.  Announcing the seizure in a statement on its X handle yesterday, the anti-graft agency said the trucks were intercepted in a sting operation at major exit routes along Kalabiri/Gambori Ngala and Bama roads, Borno State  The commission stated that the arrest of the trucks is expected to stem the tide of food insecurity occasioned by unscrupulous […]

todayMarch 6, 2024

Entertainment

JONZING WORLD UNVEILS FIRST FEMALE SIGNEE.

Jonzing World has unveiled its first-ever female artiste Bagetti with her debut single Hard Girl now on all music platforms.  After the impressive success of Rema and Ruger, D Prince’s Jonzing World onboarded two new artists Godzilla and Glorious Boy to continue the label's fine record which has proven to be a reliable pipeline for churning out sensational talents.  Before being unveiled,  Bagetti’s name and music already made waves around the industry from media personalities to DJs, everyone who got a peek into her talent was instantly captivated by her refreshing sound […]

todayMarch 5, 2024

News

ARSENAL PUT SIX BEHIND SHEFFIELD UNITED TO MAINTAIN PREMIER LEAGUE TITLE CHASE.

North London side Arsenal added Sheffield United to their list of thrashed teams as they beat Chris Wilder’s side 6-0 to move back within touching distance of title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City at the top of the table. Having beaten West Ham 6-0 and Burnley 5-0 in their most recent away games, the Gunners found themselves five up at half-time thanks to goals from Martin Odegard, Jayden Bogle’s own goal, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz,and Declan Rice. There was more joy for Arsenal as Thomas Partey, Gabriel Jesus, and Fabio Vieira made their returns […]

todayMarch 5, 2024 1

News

IMMEDIATE PAST GOVERNOR OF ANAMBRA STATE CHALLENGES COURT’S JURISDICTION IN FRAUD CASE.

Former Governor of Anambra State Willie Obiano has challenged the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court, Abuja, to hear the alleged fraud preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC after he was arraigned on nine charges bordering on alleged money laundering to the tune of four billion Naira on January 24. At the day’s proceedings, counsel for the EFCC, Sylvanus Tahir told the court he was ready for the commencement of trial and had three witnesses to present in […]

todayMarch 5, 2024

News

COURT AGAIN ADJOURNS NNAMDI KANU’S CASE AGAINST FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.

A Federal High Court in Abuja Presided over by Justice James Omotosho has again adjourned a fresh One billion Naira suit filed by the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB,  Nnamdi Kanu, against the Federal Government until March 18 this year for hearing. Upon resumption of the hearing yesterdaycounsel to the defense, I.I. Hassan told the court that they were yet to be served with processes in the matter but Kanu’s lawyer Alloy Ejimakor said everything needed for the service of their processes on the defensehad been perfected. He wondered why the originating motion […]

todayMarch 5, 2024

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