Hamzat Ibrahim Abaga
Renowned Nollywood producer Ikechukwu Nnadi, also known as Andy Best, has passed away. The veteran, who dedicated decades to the film industry, breathed his last at a private hospital in Owerri, the capital of Imo State, on Tuesday, following a prolonged illness. His demise has been confirmed by various sources, including Seun Oloketuyi, organizer of … Read more
Zenith Bank Plc has appointed Dr. Adaora Umeoji as its Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, according to a notification sent to the Nigerian Exchange Ltd., NGX, by the bank’s Company Secretary, Michael Otu. This appointment is subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. Umeoji succeeds Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose … Read more
Experts at Dolman Law Group conducted research to rank the most stressful jobs in the United States (US). The study includes median salary, average work hours as well as unemployment rate and percentage of people changing jobs after the first two years. The score for the ranking was made, taking into account data as well … Read more
Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, entails a mandatory 29 or 30 days of fasting, where Muslims worldwide abstain from food, drink, and sexual relations from dawn till sunset. It’s a private act of worship and the fourth pillar of Islam, aiming for spiritual closeness to Allah and empathy with the less fortunate. … Read more
EduRank, a renowned platform for analyzing universities globally, has unveiled its latest rankings, identifying the top tertiary institutions in Africa. Despite the absence of Nigerian universities in the top 10, the University of Ibadan (UI) leads the Nigerian contingent at number 13 in Africa and 1057 globally. Following closely is the University of Lagos (UNILAG), … Read more
The Defence Headquarters has issued a statement disclosing the identities of the 17 military personnel who lost their lives in an attack in Delta State. The tragic incident occurred in Okuama, a community within the Ughelli South Local Government Area, during a peacekeeping mission last week. READ ALSO: Okuama: What to know about killing of … Read more
Following the Turkish Super Lig match between Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor, chaos erupted during post-match celebrations. Trabzonspor fans, who had been tossing objects onto the field, stormed the pitch, leading to clashes with Fenerbahçe players. Bright Osayi Samuel, 26, a Nigerian defender, was captured on camera exchanging punches with a masked Trabzonspor fan. READ ALSO: AFCON … Read more
Vaughan Gething’s imminent inauguration as Wales’ First Minister follows a narrow victory in the Labour Party’s internal election, marking him as Europe’s first Black head of government at 50. As the spotlight dims, scrutiny intensifies on his relationship with Westminster and the unity within Welsh Labour. Gething faces pressing issues like road speed limit controversies, … Read more
The United Kingdom’s black community announced their plans for a peaceful protest following the assault of a black schoolboy by a white teenager. The President of Nigerians in the UK, Benjamin Kuti, also known as Oluomo of Derby, shared on social media that the protest would commence the next day, starting from the town center … Read more
Okuama community in Delta State has found itself engulfed in flames feew hours after the tragic loss of 16 soldiers at the hands of youths. The aftermath of this appalling incident left the community reeling as flames licked at structures, casting a pall of smoke over the area. Witnesses described scenes of chaos and despair … Read more
During the Annual Ramadan Lecture, Chief Missioner Malam Salaudeen Abdulkadir suggested that Muslim women who are medically fit and certified by a physician can delay their menstrual cycles in order to fast for the entire month without endangering their lives. He emphasized the universal applicability of Islam and cautioned against cultural practices that contradict Islamic … Read more
Over time, the religious observance commemorating the passing of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint, has evolved into a vibrant celebration of Irish heritage marked by parades, music, culinary delights, and a sea of green, symbolizing the saint’s legacy. Many enduring symbols and myths of Ireland, including leprechauns and shamrocks, trace their origins to Saint Patrick. … Read more