TOP STORIES
-
I Owe No Cabal, Spent My Personal Fortune On Election – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu affirmed that his election campaign was self-funded, without reliance on any cabal or sponsors. He emphasized his commitment to economic reforms and social welfare programs to support the poor and vulnerable in Nigeria
- Ohanaeze Ndigbo President Iwuanyanwu dies at 82
The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has passed away at the age of 82. His son, Jide Iwuanyanwu, confirmed the news, stating that Chief Iwuanyanwu died on July 25, 2024, after a brief illness.
-
Barack Obama Endorses Kamala Harris
Former President Barack Obama officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday to be the Democratic Party’s 2024 nominee. This endorsement came after Harris had already secured enough delegate support to clinch the nomination, pending no changes before the Democratic National Convention’s virtual roll next month.
- 36 illegal refineries destroyed in one week – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters reported that troops in the Niger Delta uncovered and destroyed 36 illegal refining sites and stopped the theft of crude oil worth N793 million in the last week. Additionally, 106 terrorists were killed in the North, and 103 abductees were rescued. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba made this announcement during a briefing in Abuja on Thursday.
NEWS IN BRIEF
- Crude supply: N’Assembly probes $10bn oil theft, summons NNPC, Dangote
- LG autonomy will enhance security and human rights –AGF
- Aftermath, effects of protests on Nigerians my concern, says Tinubu
- Protest: We’ll continue to protect lives, property – 36 Governors
- Protest: LASG distances itself from planned Oro festival
- Nigeria imported $2.25bn fuel from Malta — Report
- 16 more state-owned schools approved for student loan
- Protect Nationwide Protesters From Hoodlums, TUC Tells IGP
- 88 Nigerian athletes showcase rich cultural heritage in Paris
- Nigeria, and Canada partner on development, and governance at local government levels
- 158 Nigerian illegal migrants repatriated from Libya
- Nigerian, Anthony Esan, charged after stabbing army officer in UK
SPORT NEWS
- Brazil Pip Nigeria’s Super Falcons In Olympic Games
The Super Falcons of Nigeria experienced a narrow 1-0 defeat against Brazil in their opening match at the 2024 Olympic Games. Despite the loss, the Falcons demonstrated a commendable performance against a strong Brazilian team. The match’s only goal came from Gabby Nunes in the 37th minute, who broke the offside trap to deliver a powerful shot that found the net.
