The 2025 edition of the African Spelling Bee has concluded in Abuja with a colourful display of intellect, resilience, and cultural pride. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the edition marked the first time the prestigious continental contest has been hosted in West Africa. Since its inception in 2016, the African Spelling Bee…
Nigeria, Africa and the U.S. are set to develop a strategic economic and security partnership. In line with this, President Bola Tinubu held a meeting with Mr Massad Boulos, U.S. Senior Advisor for Africa, on Thursday in Paris, France. Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s spokesman, said in a statement on Sunday, that the meeting focused…
The Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) in Lagos State has advised the public to be vigilant and avoid boarding rickety vehicles in the state. The Director of the Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service, Mr Akin-George Fashola, said this in a statement on Sunday. The statement was signed by Mrs Bolanle Ogunlola, Deputy Director, Public Affairs of…
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Volleyball Club and Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Spikers finished in 10th and 11th positions respectively at the ongoing 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Club Championship. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the two teams, who represented Nigeria in the championship, played their respective classification matches on Saturday at the…
Labour Party’s candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Mr Peter Obi, has described the death of former Super Eagles Coach, Christian Chukwu as ‘a huge loss’ 0bi, a former Governor of Anambra, made the statement while reacting to the death of Chukwu, a legend in Nigerian football. It would be recalled that Chukwu, former Captain…
Enyimba International FC of Aba has expressed sadness over the death of legendary Nigerian footballer and coach, Christian Chukwu, who pased away at the age of 74. Its Chairman, Nwankwo Kanu, in a statement on Sunday in Aba, described Chukwu as a stalwart of Nigerian football. Kanu said Chukwu was renowned for his exceptional defensive…
The Chairman of Lagos State Football Association, Olawale Liameed, on Sunday expressed sadness over tthe demise of iconic footballer, Christian Chukwu. Liameed told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that it was a tragic development for the entire football family in Nigeria and beyond. Liameed said that while alive, Chukwu was exemplary and a role…
Emeka Rollas, president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has urged Nollywood actors and other industry players to prioritise healthy lifestyle to avoid imminent health breakdown. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Rollas made the call at tthe beginning of the 2025 “Annual Walk and Wellness Campaign” of the guild on Saturday…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr Tijani Folawiyo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Yinka Folawiyo Group, on his 65th birthday. In a personal tribute on Sunday, Tinubu hailed Folawiyo as “a beacon of Nigeria’s entrepreneurial excellence and a steadfast advocate for national progress.” Celebrating Folawiyo’s career, the President highlighted his role in advancing…
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, led a delegation to the Latin America Aerospace and Defence (LAAD) Exhibition 2025, held in Rio de Janeiro, showcasing the country’s commitment to deepening global defence cooperation. The biennial event, a major gathering of international defence industries, government delegations, armed forces, and security professionals, provided…
