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“Born Winners”: Super Falcons unveil slogan ahead of WAFCON 2024

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled “Born Winners” as the official slogan for the 2024 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, a bold affirmation of the growing movement within African women’s football. The slogan resonates with Nigeria’s Super Falcons and aligns with the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF)...

Angela Okorie lauds police, pledges continued support

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Actress and singer Angela Okorie has expressed profound gratitude and respect for the Nigeria Police Force as she ushered in the new month of July. In an emotional Instagram post, Okorie recalled the harrowing experience of being shot and attacked in 2019, praising the police for their swift intervention, professionalism, and dedication...

I’ll serve all irrespective of political affiliations – Eno

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has reiterated his commitment to the peace and unity of all residents in the state regardless of political affiliations. Eno gave the reassurance on Wednesday during the monthly covenant service at the Banquet Hall of Government House, Uyo. “Although, I was elected on the Peoples Democratic...

Imaobong Uko is 10th Nigerian Athlete Serving Ban for Dope

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has officially announced the ban of one of Nigeria’s quarter milers, Imaobong Nse Uko, 20, for two years for dope violation. In the updated list of athletes sanctioned for dope related offences published on July 1, 2025, Uko’s ban was retroactively effected from June 5,...

‘This is not me’ – 2Baba apologises to wife, children over controversial comments

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 20250

Popular Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba, has issued a heartfelt apology to his wife, Natasha, and their children following the backlash from a controversial statement he made about male sexuality and monogamy. During a recent appearance on the 234 Mzansi podcast hosted by Nedu and others, the...

Ezinne Akudo denies marriage, divorce to Emmanuel Emenike

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Former Miss Nigeria, Ezinne Akudo, has debunked longstanding rumours linking her romantically to ex-Super Eagles star Emmanuel Emenike, clarifying that she has never been married and has never even met the footballer. In a recent interview, Akudo addressed the persistent speculation, which falsely claimed she was previously married to Emenike and...

Don’t sit on your ideas — Erigga urges creatives to take action

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Rapper Erigga has advised creatives to act swiftly on their ideas, warning that delaying execution could lead to someone else bringing those same concepts to life. In a recent tweet on X, Erigga explained that when ideas are left idle for too long, they often manifest through others, not because they were...

China, Fed Govt partner to build agro-industrial estate

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

China in partnership with Federal Government has chosen Iragbiji in Boripe Local Government of Osun State as an agro-business hub for its proposed smart farming industrial estate. Speaking at the palace of Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Rasheed Olabomi Odundun IV, Chair of China International Business and Development Corporation (CIBDC), Mr. Chang...

Firm ranks 21st on Financial Times fastest-growing list

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Neveah Limited, a player in the export and commodity trading sector, has been ranked 21st on 2025 Financial Times Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies list, and first in the Metals and Mining category. The publication recognises the company’s expansion on international markets, its strong operational capabilities, and consistent year-on-year revenue growth, while...

Stakeholders Oppose Tenure Extension for Customs CG, Urge FG to Uphold Public Service Retirement Rules

NewsDeskNgJul 2, 2025July 2, 20250

Amid growing speculation surrounding a possible extension of the tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, stakeholders across civil society, governance advocacy, and public service sectors have voiced strong opposition and called on the Federal Government to uphold existing public service retirement policies. Speaking...

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“Born Winners”: Super Falcons unveil slogan ahead of WAFCON 2024

Angela Okorie lauds police, pledges continued support

I’ll serve all irrespective of political affiliations – Eno

Imaobong Uko is 10th Nigerian Athlete Serving Ban for Dope

‘This is not me’ – 2Baba apologises to wife, children over controversial comments

Ezinne Akudo denies marriage, divorce to Emmanuel Emenike

Don’t sit on your ideas — Erigga urges creatives to take action

China, Fed Govt partner to build agro-industrial estate

Firm ranks 21st on Financial Times fastest-growing list

Stakeholders Oppose Tenure Extension for Customs CG, Urge FG to Uphold Public Service Retirement Rules