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Senate President Lawan: Ninth National Assembly poised to cover lost grounds for President Buhari’s...
Senate President Ahmed Lawan has said the 9th National Assembly under his leadership is poised to cover lost grounds created by his predecessor, Senator Bukola Saraki.
Senate President Lawan: MDAs have only one month to defend budget henceforth
President of the Senate of Nigeria, Ahmed Lawan, has said henceforth, heads of ministries, department and agencies will only have a one-month window to defend their budget, otherwise, the National Assembly would go ahead to work on such a budget appropriately.
Senate President: We’ll pass budget within three months
President of the Senate Ahmad Lawan has said that henceforth the National Assembly would ensure the passage of the nation’s appropriation bill within three months of its submission by the executive arm of government.
Nigerian catholic priest suspended after rape charge from American teacher
The Pittsburgh Diocese of the Catholic Church in the United States has suspended Nigerian priest Cyprian Duru from ministry, after accusation of rape and legal action by 68 year-old retired English teacher Kathy Coll.
Ramadan: US envoy tasks Nigerians on peace, unity
The U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Stuart Symington, has called on Nigerians to use the Ramadan period to foster peace and unity amongst themselves irrespective of religious or ethnic affiliation.
Pep Guardiola hailed as ‘obsessive’ genius behind Manchester City winning machine
Pep Guardiola was eulogised on Monday for his relentless hunger for success that propelled Manchester City to a second consecutive Premier League title after a titanic battle with Liverpool.
Claudio Pizarro: Bundesliga clubs missed a chance to end Bayern Munich dominance
Former Bayern Munich striker Claudio Pizarro thinks the rest of the Bundesliga have missed an opportunity to capitalise on the champions' troubles this season and end their dominance.
David Luiz optimistic his Chelsea future will be decided in ‘next few days’
David Luiz is optimistic about staying at Chelsea and expects a decision on his future to be made "in the next few days".
CAN raises alarm on alleged deceitful activities of pentecostal pastors
Apostle Dr. Emmanuel Agomoh, chairman, Abia State chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has raised the alarm on activities of some Pentecostal pastors who use their callings to deceive their congregations.
Jurgen Klopp: You’re never favourites against Barcelona
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the "cool thing" about his side playing against Barcelona is that they will never be considered favourites.
Five facts about Queen Elizabeth II as she turns 93
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her birthday on Sunday, marking 93 years in the public glare.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to win all three major leagues
Cristiano Ronaldo has done it again! Different country, same result: a domestic title for the Portuguese superstar.
Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola surprised about criticism of his players’ mentality
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits he is surprised that people have questioned his side's mental strength following their Champions League exit.
Easter: Governor Oyetola okays free train transport for Osun citizens
Osun State citizens travelling home for Easter celebration will have the opportunity of free train transportation from Lagos to Osogbo, the state capital.
Julian Assange’s father calls on Australia to bring him home
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's father on Sunday called on Australia to bring his son home, saying he was shocked to see his son's condition after his arrest in London last week.
Man rapes seven-month pregnant woman, strangles her
For three months now, nightmare has become the companion of 25-year-old Timbring Namkut who raped and strangled to death a Fulani woman who was taking her bath in a river at Gamnan village, Langtang South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Arsenal boss Unai Emery ‘very happy’ with Mesut Ozil
Arsenal manager Unai Emery is "very happy" with how Mesut Ozil has responded to his demand for the German playmaker to become more consistent.
Bernardo: Manchester City are the best team in England
Brighton defender Bernardo has hailed Manchester City as the "best team in England", ahead of their huge FA Cup semifinal clash at Wembley this weekend.
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School Proprietor: ICT essential to improve education
The Proprietor of Legacy Nursery and Primary School, Ilorin, Mr David Olusegun has suggested Information Communication Technology (ICT) as important tools to improve teaching and learning in the educational system of Nigeria.
IYC: Ijaws marginalised in appointment of judges into Delta judiciary
The Ijaw Youth Congress (IYC) Worldwide has alleged that the Delta State Judiciary has been infected with the virus of nepotism and sectionalism, stressing that the composition of the Bench in the state does not reflect the time tested Federal Character principles.
Nigerian Army to conduct range classification exercise in Bayelsa, Rivers
The headquarters of 16 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Yenagoa, says all units under its command will be conducting the 2019 Annual Range Classification Exercise from Saturday 15th of June to Sunday the 14th July 2019 at Elele Barracks Shooting Range.
AC Milan managerial target Marco Giampaolo paves way for move after leaving Sampdoria
Marco Giampaolo has moved a step closer to becoming AC Milan's new head coach after leaving Serie A rivals Sampdoria.
PDP fails to open case against Kwara governor
Kwara State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal on Friday adjourned till ninth and 10th of July for further hearings in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s petition challenging the declaration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on the allegation that the governor had presented a forged certificate.
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Yobe cancels democracy day celebration for reception of Senate President Lawan
Investigation has revealed that the state arrived at the decision following contemplation as to whether to merge the celebrations with the State reception of the new Senate President, Dr. Ahmed Lawan, the son of the soil to the state.
Juventus set to sell four players to fund Paul Pogba transfer
Paul Pogba is set to become one of the most talked-about characters in the ongoing transfer window, as not only Real Madrid is interested in his services.
Afe Babalola: Make June 12 inauguration for presidents, governors
Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) has declared that the declaration of June 12 by President Muhammadu Buhari’s does not mark the end of the journey of the country’s advocacy and demand for true democracy in the country.
Edema Fuludu: Delta FA elections credible
The newly elected chairman of the Delta Football Association, Edema Fuludu, has stated that the June 13, 2019 elections in Warri, Delta State, was a very credible one.
Federal government urged to systematically flush organisations inciting violence
Concerned Diasporas, a group of Nigerian intellectuals in the United States of America (USA) and Canada, has blamed human rights group for the rising cases of violence across the world.