Popular Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma has voiced his disapproval of corporal punishment, stating that children do not deserve to be beaten as a form of correction. Speaking on The Honest Bunch podcast, Bovi questioned the intent behind hitting children, suggesting it often stems
As Transcorp Hotels Plc welcomes Mrs. Uzo Oshogwe as its new Managing Director/CEO effective January 1, 2025, the moment provides an opportunity to celebrate the transformative leadership of outgoing CEO, Dupe Olusola, whose tenure redefined Nigeria’s hospitality sector. Dupe Olusola’s leadership spanned four
Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has challenged Brazilian winger Antony to improve his defensive contributions if he hopes to secure a regular place in the squad. Since taking over at Old Trafford, Amorim has experimented with different combinations, utilizing players in various roles
The naira appreciated marginally against the dollar at the official market on Monday, closing at ₦1,545.10 per dollar, a gain from ₦1,549.50 recorded last Friday, according to FMDQ data. Similarly, figures from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed a marginal improvement, with
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has hailed manager Ruben Amorim as a tactically astute coach and a proven winner, highlighting the positive changes since the Portuguese took charge at Old Trafford. Maguire, speaking to Fabrizio Romano, commended Amorim’s ability to instill a clear
Nollywood star Bimbo Ademoye has debunked Toyin Abraham’s claims that she recently acquired a new house and car, dismissing the statement as a playful exaggeration. During the Sunday premiere of Alakada! Bahd and Boujee, Toyin Abraham excitedly announced to the audience that Ademoye
Tragedy struck on Monday evening as Dr. Osita Chinedu, a lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, was shot dead by suspected car snatchers in the High Tension area of Aroma, Awka, Anambra State. Eyewitnesses reported that the gunmen confronted the lecturer, demanding
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a six-month ultimatum to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to reconsider their decision to withdraw from the regional bloc. The grace period, running from January 29 to July 29, 2025, was announced following
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place on Wednesday, January 27, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Eagles of Nigeria, who finished as runners-up in the last edition
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2025 budget proposal of ₦47.96 trillion to the National Assembly on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. The announcement was made by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, during a press briefing following the Federal Executive