Guaranty Trust Holdings (GTCO) has launched its Waste for Gas Initiative, distributing 3,000 gas cylinders to residents of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The company said in a statement on Wednesday that the initiative, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for households and empowering women in underserved communities, was launched at…
Providus Bank recently celebrated World Poetry Day 2023 with Wole Soyinka, with the theme of “Restating Humanity with The Woman.” The event focused on valuing, protecting, and liberating women in global societies. It also remembered students Leah Sharibu and Deborah, who were victims of violence, through a performative poetry segment. The event aimed to highlight…
LeBron James broke Michael Jordan’s NBA record for 30-point games during the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over Atlanta on Friday night. With a turnaround jumper with 5:58 to play for the last of his 30 points, James reached at least 30 points in the regular season for the 563rd time in his career, surpassing the…
A new 63,000-seat stadium will be built in Brisbane for the 2032 Olympic Games, overturning previous plans. Queensland State Premier David Crisafulli announced on Tuesday that the stadium would be located in Victoria Park, an area known for its green spaces and recreational facilities, sparking protests from citizens. The decision followed the completion of a…
A German court on Monday deliver verdict in the trial of a couple who killed a Ukrainian refugee and her mother in March 2024 to steal a newborn baby. The German couple admitted to killing the 27-year-old Ukrainian woman and her 51-year-old mother in order to abduct the younger woman’s five-week-old baby at first day…
Max Verstappen held off a surprise Mercedes charge in Australian Grand Prix Qualifying to beat George Russell and Lewis Hamilton to pole position. The reigning world champion became an overwhelming favourite for pole when his Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez crashed out in Q1, but in challenging cool and windy conditions at Albert Park,…
Gov Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved the release of N585.4 million for payment of tuition fees for 100 students studying in different Indian universities. The Commissioner for Higher Education, Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, made this known at a news conference on Monday in Birnin Kebbi. He said that the payment is for Kebbi indigenes studying…
Residents of Magboro Community in Ogun State are living in fear following a surge in burglaries that have plagued their homes in recent months, reports the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). An investigation by NAN reveals growing concern and anxiety, particularly among those living in Happyland Estate, over the activities of suspected criminals. According to…
The summer transfer window has seen a record 11,000 players around the world join new clubs in men’s football, with $6.46 billion spent, the ruling body FIFA said on Tuesday. FIFA said in its International Transfer Snapshot covering the period June 1 to Sept. 2 that spendings were only exceeded in 2023 when 10,490 players…
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said his government will continue to support the State’s Vigilante Security Network to enhance security in the state and ensure the protection of lives and citizens. Obaseki gave the assurance while addressing traditional rulers, security chiefs and other stakeholders in Edo North Senatorial District, at…
