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FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS MEETING WITH ASUU ENDS INCONCLUSIVE

The reconciliatory meeting between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities yesterday ended inconclusively. Both parties failed to reach an agreement at the meeting held yesterday in Abuja, where the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, who convened the meeting, led the government delegation while Asuu President, Emmanuel Osodoke, attended alongside other leaders of the union. Ngige, during the meeting, said the government was surprised that […]

todayFebruary 23, 2022 86

National

PRESIDENT BUHARI POSTPONES SIGNING OF ELECTORAL ACT AMENDMENT BILL TILL FRIDAY

President Muhammadu Buhari will now sign the re-worked Electoral Act Amendment Bill on Friday, February 25. A source close to the Presidency, who had earlier indicated that the President would assent to the bill today, confirmed the new date to newsmen, which he said will be honoured by the President. This comes at a time when President Buhari is presiding over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House […]

todayFebruary 23, 2022 36

Entertainment

REMINISCE ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE FEATURING BUJU AND GRAMMY-NOMINATED AMERICAN RAPPER, D SMOKE

Nigerian rap legend, Reminisce has announced a new single featuring Nigerian MVP of 2021, Buju and Grammy-nominated American rapper, D Smoke. The record is titled, 'Hustle' and it will drop tomorrow, February 23, 2022, the same day as Tekno and Olamide's new singles.This will be Reminisce's first single since, 'Alaye Toh Se Gogo,' - the title of his upcoming album.

todayFebruary 22, 2022 68

Entertainment

MERCY JOHNSON-OKOJIE, JIM IYKE AND OTHERS TO STAR IN NEW AJIBOLA FILM ‘PASSPORT’

VSL media has unveiled the first look at 'PASSPORT', its new film currently in production. Directed by Dimeji Ajibola, 'Passport' features Nollywood stars Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Jim Iyke, Zubby Michael, Adedimeji Lateef, Jide Kosoko, Emem Ufot, Nasboi among others and will center on two main characters as they find themselves intertwined while trying to navigate a new life together. Principal photography recently wrapped up for the ghetto comedy which producer, Vincent […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 142

Sports

EPL: POGBA COULD LEAVE MAN UTD FOR PREMIER LEAGUE RIVALS – PHILLIPS

Former West Brom attacker, Kevin Phillips has claimed that Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba could leave the club and complete a shock move to Premier League rivals, Tottenham Hotspur or Arsenal. While discussing Pogba's future, Phillips told newsmen that Tottenham could be an option though for the midfielder but wonders if he would be able to play under Antonio Conte. Pogba, who is expected to leave Man United at the […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 44

Sports

VICTOR OSIMHEN RESCUES ONE POINT FOR NAPOLI AGAINST CAGLIARI

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen's late header earned Serie A title chasers Napoli a 1-1 draw at Cagliari yesterday. With both leaders Ac Milan and second-placed Internazionale dropping points over the weekend, the door was left open for Napoli to return to the summit with victory in Sardinia, but the visitors struggled to really get going. The hosts had much better chances throughout the contest, with Gaston Pereiro's second-half strike that wriggled through the hands of Napoli goalkeeper David Ospina […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 79

Foreign

PUTIN ORDERS TROOPS INTO EASTERN UKRAINE ON PEACEKEEPING DUTIES

Russian President, Vladimir Putin has ordered troops into two rebel-held regions in eastern Ukraine, after recognising them as independent states. Footage released overnight appeared to show Russian military vehicles heading towards the Ukrainian border. Russia said the troops would be "peacekeeping" in the breakaway regions, which it has backed since 2014 but the US said calling them peacekeepers was "not acceptable, accusing Russia of creating a pretext for war. Meanwhile, […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 51

National

FORMER PRESIDENT OBASANJO URGES OLDER POLITICIANS TO STEP DOWN FOR YOUNGER ONES

As 2023 elections draw closer, former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the older generation to step down for the younger ones. The former President, who spoke yesterday said the older generation should support the younger generation with the needed knowledge and experience to transform Nigeria. He faulted old politicians still contesting for the Presidency in 2023, stressing that they should give room for the younger ones who are still vibrant […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 74

National

PRESIDENT BUHARI TO SIGN ELECTORAL BILL IN A MATTER OF HOURS

The presidency has assured that in a matter of hours, President Muhammadu Buhari would sign the re-worked Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina made this known today during an interview with newsmen. Recall that Adesina had yesterday slammed those accusing the President of delaying the signing of the bill, stressing that the Nigerian leaders action was still within the […]

todayFebruary 22, 2022 45

Entertainment

NED NWOKO DENIES MARRYING ANOTHER WIFE

Nollywood actress Regina Daniel's husband, Ned Nwoko, has denied marrying another wife. The billionaire businessman and politician who made this known via his Instagram page yesterday said it is a fake news which shouldnt be peddled, adding that if he wanted to marry, it would not be done in secrecy. He stated further that there is a particular group of little-minded faceless individuals who believe they can gain followership on […]

todayFebruary 21, 2022 74

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