The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthen trade and tourism relationship with China. The Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mr Oraeluno Raphael, stated this on Saturday in Abuja, at the Chinese New Year Temple Fair, also known as the spring festival. Raphael said that…
The police in Anambra have confirmed the rescue of Rev. Father Stephen Echezona who was abducted at Ichida in Anaocha Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the rescue in a statement on Sunday in Awka. He said that the rescue operation was carried…
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA) announced on Tuesday that it has reopened the country’s airspace to international flights, following a temporary closure triggered by heightened regional conflict between Israel and Iran. Airspace restrictions were introduced on 13 June amid growing security concerns over the escalating confrontation. However, the ICAA has now lifted the suspension…
The pandemic may have waned, but its economic impact continues to reverberate on the streets of Philippines as the informal economy continues to suffer. Three years ago, Allain Rodriguez sold balut (boiled or steamed fertilized duck egg) on Mabini Street, behind the San Sebastian Church in Tarlac, a city some 130 kilometers away from the…
Actress Chioma Chukwuka has won the ‘Best Lead Actress’ award at the 2025 AMVCA for her outstanding performance in the movie “Seven Doors”. This recognition highlights her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft, showcasing her ability to bring depth and nuance to her roles. The competition was fierce, with other talented actresses vying for…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr Fene Osakwe on winning the Cyber Personality of the Year award at the 2025 Cyber Security Awards in the UK. Osakwe is the chairman of the Lagos State Cybersecurity Advisory Board and the first African to win in the Cyber Security Awards category, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s spokesman,…
Tedros Ghebreyesus, Director-General, World Health Organisation (WHO) on Tuesday, said the organisation regretted the decision of the United States to withdraw from it. Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organisation (WHO). The statement read: “the World Health Organisation regrets the announcement that the United States…
European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, will attend the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome on Saturday, Arianna Podesta, deputy chief spokeswoman for the European Commission, said on Tuesday. “Let me also confirm that the President (von der Leyen) will travel to Rome on Saturday to attend the funeral ceremony of His Holiness, Pope…
Discover the stark contrast in the Manchester derby as Manchester City outclasses Manchester United with a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford. Learn about the struggles of Ten Hag’s United and their need for a resurgence. The recent Manchester Derby left Manchester United fans disheartened as they watched their team fall 3-0 to a dominant Manchester…
Ghana’s president-elect, John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to revamp the cocoa sector and reorganise the state-run regulator, aiming to stimulate growth and improve efficiency in the world’s second-largest cocoa producer. In an interview with Reuters on Friday, he criticised the cocoa industry structure where the cocoa marketing board (COCOBOD) competes with farmers for profits. “Can…
