Author: David Great

President Bola Tinubu on Monday sent an inspirational message to Nigerian youths, urging them not to relent in their pursuit despite growing economic hardship in the country. Tinubu who was elected as president in February 2023 has failed to set Nigeria on the right trajectory with inflation rising to 28.2 per cent in November of 2023. Kidnapping, herder-farmer clashes and other forms of insecurity have continued to rise in Nigeria. In his message to Nigerian youths on social media, Tinubu wrote, “Dear Nigerian Youth, Do not relent in your pursuit. You too can be our heroes of tomorrow,” he said.…

The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited said that it has finished the supply of 475,000 barrels of crude oil to the Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited. The SPDC stated that this was in line with the Federal Government’s objective to develop domestic refining capacity and make petroleum products more widely available in the country. Shell Nigeria’s Media Relations Manager, Abimbola Essien-Nelson, stated on Monday that the firm, “through its Bonny Oil & Gas Terminal, has completed the supply of over 475,000 bbls of crude oil to the Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited.” According to Essien-Nelson, BOGT restored the…

President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has congratulated the Super Eagles following their 1-2 loss to Ivory Coast in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations held at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan. Tinubu who had shelved his plans to watch the match in Ivory Coast said “My administration is here to make dreams come true”. Commending the Super Eagles in a statement by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, the Nigerian president said the national men’s football team showed grit and rigour. Tinubu saluted the Super Eagles for their tenacious performance in the final and commended the team, the coach,…

Sebastien Haller was the hero for Ivory Coast once more, as the Elephants rallied from behind to defeat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on home soil. The striker, who had also scored the semi-final winner just 13 months after returning from testicular cancer, flicked in Simon Adingra’s cross with the toe of his boot with nine minutes left to cap a second-half comeback and stir frenzied celebrations in Abidjan. William Troost-Ekong put Nigeria ahead seven minutes before halftime with a powerful header from nine yards out following a corner. Franck Kessie equalised for Ivory Coast…

Manchester United continued to climb the Premier League table with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa on Sunday, thanks to a late goal from substitute Scott McTominay. Erik ten Hag’s United remain sixth with 41 points in the Premier League after their third consecutive victory, five points behind fifth-placed Villa, who would have moved up to fourth with a win. Manchester United are six points from fourth place and a Champions League berth next season. “Every game you win is massive for taking a step forward and confidence for the boys,” McTominay told Sky Sports, whose seven goals make him…

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti Corruption Commission has confiscated 10 warehouses containing assorted foodstuffs in the Dawanau area of Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of the state. The commission’s Chairman, Mr Muhyi Magaji, disclosed this to newsmen shortly after confiscating the warehouses in Dawanau International Grains Market, Singer Market, and Kwari Textiles Market on Sunday. He said that owners of such warehouses were nowhere to be found during the operation, but those that were opened were stacked full of commodities, including spaghetti, rice, pasta, sugar, and other food items. He said, “The owners have been issued notice to…

Britain’s King Charles III attended church on Sunday in his first public outing since Buckingham Palace’s shock announcement almost a week ago that he has cancer. The 75-year-old monarch was photographed walking into St Mary Magdalene Church on the royal country residence of Sandringham, eastern England, where he is currently staying. Charles waved to waiting media as he walked alongside his wife Queen Camilla before being greeted by the church’s rector, Reverend Paul Williams, with the pair shaking hands. The appearance came after the king released a message late Saturday expressing his “heartfelt thanks for the many messages of support…

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Senate President, Mr Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr Tajudeen Abbas over “the failure to disclose, clarify and explain the details of N344.85 billion National Assembly budget, and the rationale for several budget items, such as the N6 billion budgeted for two car parks.” Mr Akpabio and Mr Abbas are sued for themselves and on behalf of all members of the National Assembly. In the suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/178/2024 filed last Friday at the Federal High Court, Abuja, SERAP is seeking: “an order of mandamus…

South Africa finished third at the Africa Cup of Nations finals in the Ivory Coast, defeating the Democratic Republic of Congo 6-5 on penalties following a goalless draw at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium on Saturday. South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena missed the outside of the post with the first kick, and the next eight attempts were all successful, leaving DR Congo captain Chancel Mbemba to score to win the game. But South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams saved Mbemba’s effort was saved, taking the shootout into sudden death. Williams then saved again from Meschak Elia to win the tie. No extra…

Jude Bellingham scored twice as Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo added one apiece as Real Madrid recorded a 4-0 win over La Liga title contenders Girona on Saturday, extending the home side’s lead at the top of the table to five points. Girona, unbeaten in 15 league games since losing to Real in September, would have moved top of the standings with victory but stayed second behind Carlo Ancelotti’s men. “It was the best game of the season, all very good. the challenge increases the level of the team,” Ancelotti told a news conference. “Vinicius had a top game when he…