Hundreds of mourners gathered in Southport, northwest England, on Sunday to attend the funeral of nine-year-old Alice da Silva Aguiar, who was killed in a knife attack last month that triggered over a week of nationwide unrest. The emotional ceremony took place at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, where family, friends, community leaders, and emergency responders…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has criticized the use of makeup, suggesting it reflects a lack of faith in God’s creation. His remarks were made on Saturday during the RCCG ministers’ conference at Redemption City in Mowe, Ogun State, concluding the church’s 72nd annual convention. Adeboye asserted…
By Ayomide Otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has solidified its position as a leader in the Nigerian banking sector, with its 2023 financial performance showcasing significant growth and value for investors. The bank reported an earnings per share (EPS) of N21.55, translating to an impressive earnings yield of approximately 60%, making it a standout value investment…
On August 5th, 2024, the Okwu Ancient Kingdom in Abia State witnessed a momentous occasion as Hon. Francis Barthlomew Chima, widely known as OmoBarca, and his wife, Mrs. Francis Esther Chibuife, were honored with prestigious chieftaincy titles. The ceremony, held at Okwu Community Primary School, drew an impressive crowd of dignitaries, traditional rulers, and well-wishers….
The Chiefs of Defence Staff of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Friday called for the reintegration of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso into the regional bloc. During a visit to the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in Abuja, General Christopher Musa, Chairman of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff and Nigeria’s…
Germany’s Yemisi Ogunleye clinched the gold medal in the women’s shot put at the Paris Olympics on Friday with a final throw of 20.00 meters. Ogunleye’s decisive effort surpassed New Zealand’s Maddison-Lee Wesche, who recorded a personal best of 19.86 meters on her fifth attempt. China’s Song Jiayuan took the bronze with a throw of…
Five prominent music figures will feature on CNN International’s “African Voices Changemakers,” a magazine programme sponsored by telecommunications leader Globacom. The stars set to appear include Chike Osebuka, known as Chike; Damilola Afolabi, also known as LAX; Blessing Akiode, who performs under the name Candy Bleakz; Ekeh Joseph, or Majeeed; and Ghanaian sensation Wendy Shay….
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified over 30 pathogens that could potentially cause the next pandemic in the African region, according to its latest report, “Pathogen Prioritisation: A Scientific Framework for Epidemic and Pandemic Research Preparedness.” The report highlights several high-risk viruses and bacteria, including Lassa fever, Mpox, Ebola, dengue fever, respiratory viruses, Severe…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has requested a refund of N4.71 trillion from the Federal Government to cover outstanding debts incurred from importing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, between August 2023 and June 2024. The claim, detailed as “Exchange rate differential on PMS and other joint venture taxes,” was revealed…
