Category: NEWS

ASUU decries detention of Bauchi chapter chairman
November 11, 2018 No Responses

ASUU decries detention of Bauchi chapter chairman

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) chapters of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) and Bauchi State University, Gadau, had decried the detention of ATBU chapter Chairman, Dr Adamu Babayo, by the Department of State Services (DSS). The Vice...
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Stop using sniper to preserve beans, Audu Ogbeh begs traders
November 11, 2018 No Responses

Stop using sniper to preserve beans, Audu Ogbeh begs traders

The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, on Sunday expressed displeasure at the use of chemicals for food preservation and fruit ripening. Ogbeh said in an interview with journalists in Otukpo, Benue, that the act was detrimental...
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We need pedestrian bridge at Toyota B/Stop, Ladipo traders beg Ambode
November 11, 2018 No Responses

We need pedestrian bridge at Toyota B/Stop, Ladipo traders beg Ambode

Traders at Ladipo Market in Lagos have appealed to Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode to construct pedestrian bridge at Toyota Bus Stop to stop people from being knocked down while crossing Oshodi/Apapa Expressway. The traders spoke through the President-General of the mar...
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Coca-Cola plans energy drinks under namesake brand
November 8, 2018 No Responses

Coca-Cola plans energy drinks under namesake brand

Coca-Cola Company (KO.N) on Thursday said it plans to launch two energy drinks under its namesake brand, its latest move to diversify away from sugary sodas. Coca-Cola or Coke is a carbonated soft drink manufactured by The Coca-Cola Company. Originally...
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Scholes: Mourinho showed no class
November 8, 2018 No Responses

Scholes: Mourinho showed no class

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes wasn’t impressed with Jose Mourinho’s cupped ear to the Juventus fans – “you need to win with a bit of class”. The former Inter Coach was taunted by the Bianconeri supporters in last night’s Champions...
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Arsenal no longer priority for Dangote
November 8, 2018 No Responses

Arsenal no longer priority for Dangote

Dangote Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has said that he would turn his attention to buying another football club if Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke refuses to sell. Dangote does not think this is the right time to buy the Premier...
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‘God don butter my bread,’ Prince Charles Speaks Pidgin English in Lagos
November 7, 2018 No Responses

‘God don butter my bread,’ Prince Charles Speaks Pidgin English in Lagos

He’s better known for speaking the Queen’s English but the Prince of Wales on Wednesday turned to pidgin as he visited Nigeria’s commercial capital. “How you dey? (How are you?)” he asked assembled dignitaries, including former heads of state, presid...
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BUK academic staff joins ASUU strike
November 7, 2018 No Responses

BUK academic staff joins ASUU strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Bayero University Kano (BUK) branch, has joined the nationwide strike as directed by the national body of the union. The ASUU BUK branch chairman, Mr Ibrahim Barde disclosed this in an interview with...
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Prince Charles, traditional rulers discuss insecurity, girl-child education
November 6, 2018 No Responses

Prince Charles, traditional rulers discuss insecurity, girl-child education

The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles met with some traditional leaders to discuss, among other issues, peace and security, and educating the girl-child. Prince Charles received the traditional rulers in Abuja on Monday during a visit to Nigeria, the final...
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Greek seeks improved trade relations with Nigeria
November 6, 2018 No Responses

Greek seeks improved trade relations with Nigeria

The Greek Government on Tuesday expressed its interest in deepening economic and trade relations with Nigerian business community. Mr Nikos Yiamakis, the Chairman, Greek-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Technology (GNCCT), expressed the interest in Lagos at th...
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