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A former United States ambassador to Nigeria, Walter Carrington, is dead.

Ex-US envoy Walter Carrington passes on at 90

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama has said that the Nigerian Government would use the Forum of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) to seek global support fighting terrorism and increasing Foreign Direct Investments (FDI).

Nigeria’s foreign minister recovers from coronavirus

Leon Balogun made his debut while Joe Aribo was in action as Glasgow Rangers secured a 1-0 win over Aberdeen in their first game of the 2020-21 season.

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard hails Leon Balogun

Catholic Bishops: President Buhari has failed Nigerians

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Nigerian government yet to be informed of UNILAG vice-chancellor’s removal – ministry

A former United States ambassador to Nigeria, Walter Carrington, is dead.

Ex-US envoy Walter Carrington passes on at 90

Dr. Mohammad Mahmood Abubakar, the Minister of Environment, at World Press Conference in Abuja, said the measures were to avert further outbreak and spread of the epidemic in many states of the federation.

Nigerian developing plan to address effects of climate change – minister

Plateau Assembly urges government to provide bailout to private schools

CAC: Only Companies fit and qualified will be engaged in public...

The Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Salihu Moh Lukman, has chided the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Ebun-olu Adegboruwa SAN, for reducing to politics and legality, the issues raised by President Muhammadu Buhari, on measure to tackle the spread of Coronavirus pandemic.

PGF chief sets peace building agenda for APC

On the podium are Governor, Obaseki (left) and Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu (right), acknowledging cheers from his supporters in Ward 7, Agbede, Etsako West Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State, during the party campaign rally in Edo North Senatorial District.

Governor Obaseki promises Agbede community trailer park, new roads

business

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Osogbo field Office, has sealed 15 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) skid stations for operating without valid licences.

DPR to fast track integration of domestic gas market...

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has notified airlines, passengers and all other stakeholders that the runway at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu will be closed for major repairs.

Execution of court judgment threatens to stall reopening of...

A lawyer walks through the compound at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi district in Lagos, Nigeria, May 8, 2018. REUTERS/Akintunde Akinleye

Nigeria convicts first pirates under new maritime law

On Monday, some newspapers reported the FCMB managing director, Adam Nuru, allegedly telling the panel that N573 million was lodged into the account of Godwin Omale, a pastor, in error.

FCMB: No money was deposited into account of pastor linked to...

The Lagos State Government regulations for ride-hailing services such as Bolt and Uber will take effect on August 20.

Uber, Bolt customers to pay more as Lagos introduces new taxes

The United States-based ExxonMobil has announced the appointment of Richard Laing as chairman and managing director of its three affiliates in Nigeria – Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited, Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited, and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Offshore East).

Richard Laing named new ExxonMobil Nigeria chief

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Osogbo field Office, has sealed 15 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) skid stations for operating without valid licences.

DPR seals eight filling stations over unsafe practice in Akwa Ibom

Announcing via Twitter on Saturday, NIDCOM said the evacuees arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 09-15 am via Air Sudan.

87 Nigerians return home from Sudan

nigeria

UITH resident doctors suspend three days warning strike

Nigerian Navy disown ‘fake press release’ inviting candidates for NNBTS Batch 30 training

Nigerian government yet to be informed of UNILAG vice-chancellor’s removal – ministry

Ex-US envoy Walter Carrington passes on at 90

Nigerian developing plan to address effects of climate change – minister

africa

Scientists around the world are building up their knowledge about the coronavirus, as they frantically search for a cure and vaccine.

Africa records over a million confirmed coronavirus cases

IOM: 23 illegal immigrants rescued off Libyan coast

At least 81 people killed as South Sudan’s disarmament erupts in violence

Namibia rejects German genocide reparations offer

Trial of Sudan’s ousted President Omar al-Bashir delayed

world

Lebanon prosecutor to probe ministers over Beirut blast

Israeli parliament rejects law targeting premier over indictment

Russia expects to produce five million doses of coronavirus vaccine monthly – Institute

Iran warns Russian coronavirus vaccine ‘potentially’ dangerous

Recovered coronavirus patient tests positive again in China

sports

Arsene Wenger

Barcelona failed in their attempt to replace Quique Setien...

Earlier this month, UEFA indefinitely suspended the Champions League, Europa League and the European Championship playoffs amid the ongoing concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

UEFA approves 210 bottles of water per team, cancels...

Lionel Messi on Monday allowed a deadline to pass in his contract that would have allowed him to terminate the deal unilaterally and leave Barcelona on a free, Marca today report.

Bayern Munich praise Lionel Messi ahead of tricky UEFA...

Juventus are confident Andrea Pirlo is “destined for greatness” and a natural fit for the club, says chief football officer Fabio Paratici.

Juventus clear-out expected this summer

Defending champions the Olympic Eagles of Nigeria got off their campaign at the 2019 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations on a dour note following a 1-0 loss to Cote d’Ivoire at the Al Salam Stadium, Cairo, on Saturday evening.

FIFA celebrates 35th anniversary of Nigeria U-17 World Cup win

Barcelona’s players celebrate their goal, which was disallowed for offside, during the Spanish Super Cup semi final between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid on January 9, 2020, at the King Abdullah Sport City in the Saudi Arabian port city of Jeddah. – The winner will face Real Madrid in the final on January 12. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP)

Barcelona confirm one positive coronavirus test

New Napoli signing Victor Osimhen has opened up about his time at German Bundesliga side Wolfsburg.

Victor Osimhen reflects on Wolfsburg experience

Sevilla signing Ivan Rakitic from Barcelona this summer is almost impossible, according to the club's sporting director Monchi.

Monchi: Sevilla signing Ivan Rakitic from Barcelona almost impossible

art

Award-winning Nigerian poet, writer and spoken word artist, Wana Udobang, has been selected to participate in the 54th International Writing Programme (IWP) Fall Residency at the University of Iowa, courtesy of the United States Department of State.

Nigerian selected for prestigious international writing programme

Oscar 2021: Genevieve Nnaji, Akin Omotoso named Academy members

Nigerian author releases new publication in America

‘Fairy tale’ model houses preserve traditional Bosnian architecture

Bernice Eriemeghe takes over as new COSON chief

film

The Executive Director of NFVCB, Mr Adebayo Thomas, made the call in an interview on Sunday in Abuja.

NFVCB seals off illegal drive-in cinemas in Abuja

Femi Odugbemi: Nollywood needs heroes

300,000 sign petition against anti-Jesus movie starring Michael Jackson’s daughter

Oscar 2021: Genevieve Nnaji, Akin Omotoso named Academy members

‘The Simpsons’ ends white actors voicing characters of colour

people

Ex-Big Brother Naija “Pepper Dem” housemate, Ike Onyeama, on Tuesday, said that he was still in a romantic relationship with ex-housemate, Mercy Eke, but yet to be engaged in the traditional way.

I’m still romantically involved with Mercy, no engagement yet...

Majek Fashek to be buried in America – family

Actor Antonio Banderas tests positive for coronavirus

Actualising Life’s dreams entails strong determination – Nollywood actor

Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan recovers from coronavirus

technology

The Lagos State Government regulations for ride-hailing services such as Bolt and Uber will take effect on August 20.

Uber, Bolt customers to pay more as Lagos introduces...

The Lagos State Government regulations for ride-hailing services such as Bolt and Uber will take effect on August 20.

US judge rules Uber and Lyft must classify drivers...

China achieves progress in battle against cyber crimes –...

Huawei

Huawei to stop smartphone chip production due to US sanctions

China’s ByteDance has agreed to divest the U.S. operations of TikTok completely in a bid to save a deal with the White House, after President Donald Trump said on Friday he had decided to ban the popular short-video app.

Twitter, TikTok consider merger

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo

VP Osinbajo: Zoom not best technology for virtual court sitting

NCC revises USSD pricing

MTN seeks to sell $243m stake in Jumia

opinion

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)

The cesspool of corruption called NDDC

Recall that the N10.594 trillion 2020 Budget passed by the National Assembly was on Tuesday assented to by President Muhammadu Buhari. 4

President Buhari’s speech at signing into law of revised 2020 budget

Femi Adesina, spokesman of President Muhammadu Buhari

Governor Wike vindicates Buharists

Using coronavirus donations to give charity a bad name

Hell was almost let loose in front of the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday as pro- and anti-Oshiomhole protesters clashed in Abuja.

Why APC crisis is good for Nigeria