By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. has reiterated its commitment to national development following its participation in the launch of the National Community Food Bank Trust Fund and the inauguration of its Board of Trustees at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The programme, an initiative of First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, aims…
By Ayomide Otitoju The President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has urged Nigerians to embrace hope, resilience, and renewal, drawing inspiration from the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the nation faces economic, security, and governance challenges. In his 2026 Easter message, the CBCN President reflected on the recently concluded Lenten season, describing…
By Ayomide Otitoju Most Superior S.O. Banjo, a senior Registered Trustee of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC), has publicly rejected a recent Federal High Court judgment, describing the January 27, 2026, ruling as “highly flawed” and “unworthy” of his calling. The statement signals a fresh escalation in the church’s ongoing leadership conflict. The dispute…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a remarkable display of faith and generosity, Dr. Samuel Mawuyon Ajose has donated ₦100 million to the ongoing construction of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) National Headquarters in Makoko, Lagos State. The historic contribution was made on Friday, April 4, 2026, during the Church’s solemn Good Friday service. Dr. Ajose,…
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that US forces had successfully recovered a second airman downed in Iran, describing the operation as “one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History.” Trump said the airman had been behind enemy lines in Iran’s mountainous terrain and sustained injuries, but would recover. He also…
By Ayomide Otitoju Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that the current challenges are temporary and expressed optimism about the nation’s future under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. In his Easter message, Shettima said the holiday symbolizes resilience, faith, and hope, noting that “Easter is a reminder that history often bends in…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Niger State Chapter, has called on the federal and state governments to urgently step up efforts to alleviate citizens’ hardships and tackle persistent insecurity across the state. In its Easter message titled “Be Hopeful, Be Resilient, Be Compassionate,” Most Rev. Dr. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, State Chairman…
By Ayomide Otitoju Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City crushed Liverpool 4-0 on Saturday to reach the FA Cup semi-finals, piling pressure on under-fire Reds manager Arne Slot. Haaland opened the scoring with a penalty after Antoine Semenyo was fouled by Virgil van Dijk, before doubling City’s lead with a first-half header. Semenyo…
By Ayomide Otitoju Chelsea booked a place in the FA Cup semi-finals with a resounding 7-0 win over League One side Port Vale at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Jorrel Hato opened the scoring after just 63 seconds, setting the tone for a dominant display. Joao Pedro added a second, while Cole Palmer’s strike was later…
