Author: Opalim Lifted

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he will “not give up” as he aims to turn around the champions’ recent form. City, who have won six of the past seven Premier League titles, have won just one of their past 13 league games, losing nine. It has put Guardiola under immense pressure, but he has vowed not to walk away or blame any of his players. “I will try, I will keep going,” he said before City travel to Leicester on Sunday afternoon. “I will not give up. I want to be here. I want to do it and, with…

An inferno has destroyed an undisclosed number of shops at the popular Masaka Market in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, with goods worth millions of naira going up in flames. The incident, according to an eyewitness, started from a commercial bathroom, commonly known as “kidan wanka,” and spread to other shops around 11:45 pm on Friday night. It was gathered that the multi-million naira shops, particularly the sections selling perishable items and electronics, were completely engulfed by the fire. One of the traders whose shop was destroyed, Musa Hudu, said that the fire had shattered his plans…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has notified residents of the Federal Capital Territory about impending blackouts in some areas. In a statement issued on Saturday by its General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, TCN announced that its engineers would conduct planned maintenance exercises at two transmission substations between Saturday and Sunday. The statement noted that from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, “maintenance will be carried out on a 60MVA power transformer and its associated switchgear at the Gwagwalada 330/132/33kV Transmission Substation.” According to TCN, during the maintenance period, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (Abuja DisCo) “will not…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the commencement of its recruitment exercise, assuring Nigerians that the process is entirely free and fair. The agency has cautioned the public to be vigilant against scammers who may attempt to exploit unsuspecting applicants during the recruitment period. Applications are invited for positions in the Superintendent, Inspector, and Customs Assistant cadres as part of the Service’s plan to recruit 3,927 officers in 2025. This initiative is aimed at enhancing trade facilitation and supporting Nigeria’s economic recovery efforts. “Our recruitment is entirely free and fair. At no stage do we charge fees. Anyone requesting…

Gunmen have killed a Catholic priest, Reverend Father Tobias Okonkwo, in Anambra State. Okonkwo, a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Nnewi, was shot dead on Thursday by the gunmen along Onitsha-Owerri Expressway. This was disclosed in a letter dated December 27, 2024, by the Diocesan Secretariat in Nnewi and signed by the Chancellor, Nnewi Diocese, Rev. Fr. Raphael Ezeogu. He said Okonkwo was born on August 11, 1984 and ordained a Catholic priest on July 11, 2015. The diocesan chancellor also solicited prayers and Holy Masses for his eternal joy from the Catholic faithful. Catholic church worshippers die during…

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the government and people of India over the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92. Singh served as India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday described Singh as a visionary leader whose contributions to Nigeria-India relations remain significant. Tinubu recounted the establishment of the Strategic Partnership between Nigeria and India under Singh’s tenure, which has continued to flourish, driving political and economic prosperity for both countries. He further…

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote, Afrobeats star Ayra Starr, and a host of other Nigerians have made it to New African magazine’s 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024 list. The list, released today, December 27, 2024, celebrates Africans who have made contributions in various fields, from politics and business to sports and the creative industries. This year, Artificial Intelligence and Climate Action emerged as key areas of focus, with African thought leaders and activists at the forefront. Editor of the magazine, Anver Versi said, “I had never thought of our 100 Most Influential Africans (MIA)…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has insisted that its airstrike in Sokoto targeted and struck Lakurawa terrorists group alongside its logistics base leading to secondary explosion that killed villagers. The Military High Command said the location was confirmed as a terrorist hideout and struck with precision, adding that no civilian was killed in the military airstrike. The Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba stated this on Friday while giving update on the airstrike in Sokoto where 10 civilians were killed. “The airstrike indeed hit logistic base of the terrorists which led to secondary explosions and it was these secondary…

MultiChoice Nigeria has announced a special festive season offer, granting all DStv subscribers free access to all DStv channels for three days, regardless of their subscription status. The company said the offer would run from today Friday, December 27, to Sunday, December 29, allowing customers to enjoy premium content at no additional cost. The statement read in part: “No Subscription, No Problem! Switch on your decoder for a gift like no other this festive season, 72 hours of all content, all channels, all on us! “As we wind down the year and celebrate the holidays, DStv is happy to announce…

India announced seven days of state mourning on Friday after the death of former prime minister Manmohan Singh, one of the architects of the country’s economic liberalisation in the early 1990s. Singh, who held office from 2004 to 2014, died at the age of 92 late on Thursday evening at a hospital in New Delhi. He will also be accorded a state funeral. “As a mark of respect for the departed dignitary, it has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India,” the Indian government said in a statement on Friday, with mourning running until…