A Federal High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has upheld the powers of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, to investigate and prosecute officials of the Delta State government who allegedly engage in corrupt acts. The attorney-general of the state had filed a suit challenging the powers of the commission […]
2024 AMVCA: 10th edition kicks off with Cultural Day event
Naira slumps further against dollar despite EFCC raid on speculators
The naira further depreciated against the US dollar despite the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s clampdown on foreign currency speculators in the FX market. FMDQ data showed that the naira dipped to N1,421 per dollar on Wednesday from N1416.57 on Tuesday. The figure represents a N4.46 depreciation against the dollar on a day-to-day basis. Similarly, […]
EPL: I love England – Tuchel hints at move to Man Utd
Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has hinted he could be heading to Manchester United this summer. Tuchel was unable to hide his admiration for the Premier League when discussing his future ahead of their Champions League semi-final second leg at Real Madrid. The first leg of the tie ended 2-2 at the Allianz Arena. Tuchel, […]
UCL: Why referee Daniele Orsato cried after Dortmund eliminated PSG
Referee Daniele Orsato was caught on camera crying after blowing the final whistle in PSG’s Champions League semi-final defeat to Borussia Dortmund. Mats Hummels’ header in the second half sealed a 1-0 win on the night and a 2-0 aggregate victory for the Bundesliga side. Orsato, who became a FIFA referee in 2010, was called […]
First News apologises to Gbajabiamila over alleged $30 billion fraud story
EPL: Chelsea snubbed chance to sign me —Aguero
Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has claimed that Chelsea snubbed the chance to sign him. According to Aguero, in 2009, while he was still at Atletico, the Premier League club expressed an interest. However, the interest fizzled out and the Argentine moved to City two years later. Speaking to The Club YouTube channel, Aguero […]
Insecurity: Nigerian military receives 20 new APCs
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, on Wednesday, took delivery of 20 sets of improved versions of armoured personnel carriers, APCs, to boost the ongoing fight against insecurity. A statement by the Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, on Wednesday in Abuja said the delivery was done in a brief ceremony […]
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EPL: Postecoglou gives green light for sale of 7 Tottenham players [Full list]
At least seven Tottenham Hotspur players could be sold this summer as manager Ange Postecoglou’s rebuild continues, according to reports. Despite a very strong start to this season, Spurs’ season has petered out with a run of only two wins in eight, all but ending their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League. Realistically, Postecoglou’s […]
Senate considers bill on unemployment benefit scheme
The Senate passed a bill seeking the establishment of a National Internship and Unemployment Benefit Scheme on Wednesday. The bill was considered and passed for a second reading after a presentation by its sponsor, Senator Shuaib Salisu (APC, Ogun Central), who explained that the piece of legislation, aims to offer unemployed graduates in Nigeria some […]