Five confirmed dead in Abule-Egba pipeline fire (Guardian) At least five people have been confirmed dead in the Abule-Egba pipeline fire explosion that occurred on Sunday night. “It’s unfortunate we lost 5 lives to this inferno, with many in critical…
Manchester City’s faint title hopes suffered another damaging blow as Fernandinho’s 90th-minute own goal gave Crystal Palace a point in a remarkable finish at Etihad Stadium. Two Sergio Aguero goals in the last 10 minutes had turned a thrilling game…
President Muhammadu Buhari Monday brought British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, up to speed with developments in Nigeria, reeling out gains in different areas of national endeavour. A statement by the President’s spokesman, Femi Adesina, said the two leaders met on…
Super Eagles goalkeeper Ikechukwu Ezenwa says former national team captain, Vincent Enyeama, is his goalkeeping role model. Ezenwa admitted that he used to imitate the former Lille and Maccabi Tel Aviv shot-stopper during his formative years as a footballer, adding…
The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the appointment of five new Permanent Secretaries. A statement by his spokesman, Gboyega Akosile, said the circular released on Monday by the Head of Service, Mr Hakeem Muri-Okunola, confirmed the appointments…
The planned demonstration by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced in Abuja with the National Chairman of the party, Prince Uche Secondus and former Anambra State, Governor, Peter Obi leading other party chieftains. The protest was called, among others,…
Chelsea head coach, Frank Lampard, said the Blues cannot rely on striker, Tammy Abraham, after their shock 1-0 Premier League loss away to Newcastle United. Isaac Hayden snatched a last-gasp winner as Chelsea failed to make their dominance count in…
Nigeria international Henry Onyekuru will finally be able to make his second debut for Turkish club Galatasaray this month after receiving a playing license. The 22-year-old returned for a second loan spell at the Super Lig champions two weeks ago…
Milan had Ante Rebic and Theo Hernandez to thank for a highly entertaining home win over Udinese. Substitute Ante Rebic completed a match-turning second-half double in the 93rd minute to earn Milan a rollercoaster 3-2 victory over Udinese in Serie…
At least 20 basic food items, locally manufactured sanitary towels, pads and tuition relating to nursery, primary, secondary and tertiary education have been added to the exemption list of goods and services on the Value-Added Tax (VAT) under the Finance…
