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Shell is set to sell its Nigerian onshore company, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), to a group called Renaissance. This group includes four Nigerian companies and one international energy company. The deal is not complete yet. It needs approval from the Federal Government of Nigeria and has to meet certain conditions….
In a significant move towards inclusivity, the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) has declared that the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in 2024 will be free of charge for individuals with disabilities who intend to register for the examination. Prof Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, revealed this during a media interactive session held…
As the 2027 general elections loom on the horizon, political maneuvering is already underway, setting the stage for potential alliances and shifts. According to Professor Pat Utomi, a prominent political economist, there are strong indications that key figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) are…
An international organization, Natural Justice, has made a compelling plea to the Rivers State government, urging them to prioritize environmental protection to mitigate the potential consequences of devastating floods in the region. Members of this group, in a sizable gathering, organized a march from Isaac Boro Park in Mile One to the Government House in…
The earthquake in Morocco has left many villages devastated, and the rescue efforts are struggling due to the remote and rugged terrain. Spanish firefighters have been among the first professional teams to reach some of the affected communities. However, the challenges are immense, and time is running out for potential survivors trapped under the rubble….
Nyesom Wike, the former Rivers State Governor and Federal Capital Territory Minister, has launched a fresh campaign against fellow members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), particularly targeting presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar
Paris Saint-Germain completed a significant transfer move on Thursday, securing the services of 20-year-old French striker Bradley Barcola from Ligue 1 rivals Lyon for a fee of 45 million euros.
The Dallas Cowboys have retained their top spot as the most valuable NFL team according to Forbes magazine, marking their 17th consecutive year at the pinnacle with a valuation of $9 billion.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Canada) on Wednesday spoke with President Bola Tinubu on the phone, saying the promotion and protection of constitutional democratic governance on the continent remains a paramount priority. This comes hours after a group of Gabonese military officers appeared on television Wednesday announcing they were “putting an end to the current regime”…
The British High Commissioner, Dr Richard Montgomery, congratulated beneficiaries who succeeded in securing a scholarship through the challenging application and interview process, according to a statement Wednesday. Speaking at a pre-departure reception held in Abuja, Montgomery said, “Seeing you all here is a great testimony to hard work, perseverance and resilience through a highly competitive…
The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musawa, has dismissed allegations concerning her NYSC status as a serving Minister, which have been making the rounds in the media.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, and Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, have settled their differences over the selection of candidates from Kogi State to fill a vacant position assigned to it within the National Working Committee (NWC). The disagreement arose after the National Secretary of the party, Ajibola Basiru,…
A top Russian general who ran the construction of Vladimir Putin’s £1 billion palace – allegedly paid for ‘with the largest bribe in history’ – has died.
Zimbabwe’s President, Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday told over 150,000 supporters in the capital of Harare they would be “lost” if they did not re-elect him at this month’s tense polls. “If Harare fails to vote Zanu-PF, you will be lost,” the 80-year-old strongman said as he addressed a rally for his party Zanu-PF near the…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced its decision to embark on a daily peaceful protest and picketing of the Federal Ministry of Health, Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, as well as all federal and state tertiary health institutions nationwide from Wednesday Giving the notice on Saturday in…