US President Donald Trump said Thursday that Russia’s Vladimir Putin agreed to a personal request to halt attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, after Moscow’s strikes left millions without heating during an “extreme” cold snap. Trump’s claim comes as…
Spanish scientists have reported that an experimental combination of three drugs eliminated pancreatic cancer tumours in laboratory mice. The findings have attracted global attention and been widely reported by international media outlets, including The Times of India and Business Standard.…
By Sebastine Obasi Not less than 250 youths have become beneficiaries of the digital and sustainable empowerment programme sponsored by Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), and delivered by Jake Riley Academy. The month-long intensive training programme meant to…
A bank official, on Thursday, told the Federal High Court in Abuja how about N3.1 billion to some local governments in Kogi State was transferred into a private company’s account and further distributed to other individuals and entities in eight…
By Victor Ahiuma-Young, Henry Ojelu & Henry Obetta Controversy trailing the protests against alleged illegal demolitions, forcible evictions and land grabbing in Makoko, Oworonsoki and other parts of Lagos deepened yesterday, as activist and protest leader, Hassan Taiwo, popularly known…
This is why the Kannywood conversation is timely. With NITDA announcing a partnership with the Future Map Foundation to establish a world-class film studio in Kano to support the industry’s digital growth, the focus must go beyond infrastructure. Capacity-building programmes…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reminded FCT workers, under the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), that the strike issue was still in court and advised them to obey court order, saying disobeying court order…
The Association of Corporate Communication and Marketing Professionals in Banks (ACAMB) has ushered in a new executive council, with a strong representation from leading financial institutions, to steer its affairs for the 2026-2028 term. The election, held during the association’s…
After months of dallying and endless speculations, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State finally broke ranks with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, his in-law, mentor and political godfather. Yusuf had been in Kwankwaso’s shadow for nearly two-and-a-half decades, serving in various roles, including…
Governor Dauda Lawal has commended Kabiru Ahmadu Mai Palace, the member representing Gusau/Tsafe federal constituency, for his interventions in the healthcare sector. The governor, on Thursday, commissioned the renovated and expanded Dr Karima Primary Healthcare Centre in Tudun Wada, Gusau,…