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The University of Lagos Governing Council (UNILAG) has promoted a veteran journalist and former editor of several Nigerian newspapers and magazines, Dr. Tayo Popoola, to the rank of Full Professor in the Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos. According to the official University newsletter, Campus News, vol. 019, issued on Friday, Popoola was promoted from the rank of Associate …

Post views: 34 Phinan Ozonweke, former Heartland of Owerri defender and now head coach of Edel FC, Awka, says he is “grateful” to the fans and supporters of the club for their all-out support for the club, Silvernews.com reports. Ozonweke, also a former Rangers International wing-back, spoke after his team secured a 2-1 victory against Abia Comets in a …

Fawaz Adebisi A prominent radio presenter from Ogun State, Akinyemi Olatoye popularly called Alawiye, has explained that his annual Alagbawi Nla Praise Festival is driven by a deep sense of faith, gratitude and commitment to humanitarian service. Speaking during his radio show on Friday, Alawiye said the event, held every March 30 to celebrate his birthday, was conceived as a …

By Joseph Amedu, Lokoja Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has commended practicing journalists in the state for demonstrating high level of professionalism in carrying out their constitutional duties. Governor Ododo gave the eulogy while speaking at the Press Week 2026 organized by the Nigeria Kogi State Council (NUJ) Journalists Union Correspondents Chapel, held in Lokoja on Thursday. He appreciated practicing …

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has been nominated for the Premier League Player of the Month award for March following a series of impressive performances. Iwobi featured in four matches during the month, facing Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United, Nottingham Forest and Burnley. He started every game, completing the full 90 minutes in three games and playing 89 minutes against Tottenham. …

*MALABU OIL & GAS LIMITED – OWNERSHIP STATEMENT This press release clarifies the true ownership of Malabu Oil & Gas Limited following recent misinformation published in the media. Malabu Oil & Gas Limited(Malabu) clearly and unequivocally states: The property is in no way connected to Mohamed Abacha or Pecos Limited. Claims that Malabu is owned by Abachas or Pecos Limited …

Zainab Abioye An advocacy group, She Leads Advocates, has stepped up calls for female deputy governors across Nigeria to be given priority consideration for governorship positions ahead of the 2027 general elections, arguing that they possess the experience and ability to lead. The group argues that women who serve as lieutenant governors have gained critical governance exposure, institutional knowledge and …

The federal government has defended the resolution of the long-running OPL 245 oil block dispute, describing it as a historic achievement that protects Nigeria from over $2 billion in potential liabilities, accusing critics of pursuing selfish and unpatriotic interests. A statement personally signed on Wednesday by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, rejected …

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reopen the political party registration portal to allow the Grassroot Initiative Party (GRIP) to complete the registration process. Delivering the ruling on Thursday, Justice Binta Nyako ruled that INEC must grant GRIP access to the portal for 27 days, starting March 26, to finalize its …

Post views: 19 It was an emotionally charged moment for the leadership and members of the Nigeria Football Referees Association, NFRA, in Bauchi as the National Executive Committee and other members of the association met with the family. The event was the three-day Fidau prayer for the late president who died in the early hours of Monday. Some of …