Author: Akintayo Adams

Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal is reportedly preparing to part ways with Brazilian superstar Neymar, who joined the club for €90 million from PSG 18 months ago. Neymar has struggled with injuries, including a recent ACL setback. According to UOL Esporte, Al-Hilal is considering terminating Neymar’s contract as early as January due to frustration with his injury problems. A report by FootballTransfer states that Al-Hilal is exploring high-profile replacements, with rumors of Neymar returning to Santos or possibly moving to Inter Miami. Saudi broadcaster Action Ma3 reports that Al-Hilal is considering a bid for Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been prolific…

The Nigerian National Grid has experienced yet another setback. The grid collapsed around 11:30am on Thursday. This marks the 11th collapse of 2024. Listed below are the dates of each setback faced by the grid in 2024: Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Big Brother Naija reality star Angel Smith has hinted that her relationship with her colleague Soma has ended. She shared a cryptic post shortly after Soma’s ex-girlfriend, Hilda Dirisu, accused him of physical abuse and trying to rekindle their relationship despite being with Angel. Angel insinuated that she has been unlucky in love, stating that she has accepted she won’t be loved in her lifetime. On her X handle, Angel wrote, “It is Angel always, I have already accepted that the only time I will be loved is when I actually die.” This is coming barely a few months after…

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Nigerian Government has approved a ₦75 billion loan scheme with a nine per cent interest rate for 75,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, across Nigeria. The scheme, scheduled for launch in 2025, was contained in a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris at a town hall meeting in Abuja. “This scheme is a concrete manifestation of Tinubu’s commitment to economic transformation. By focusing on MSMEs, which are the backbone of our economy, we aim to diversify income streams, boost exports, and provide valuable job opportunities,” he said. The loan,…

Mercurial Footballer and France World Cup winner, Paul Pogba, has named Real Madrid’s Vinicius as the best player in the world at the moment. Pogba was asked who he rated as the world’s best while appearing on a stream alongside YouTuber IShowSpeed. “Honestly talking? I would give it to Vini. Vini’s good and he’s cold bro.” Questioning his answer, the Frenchman added: “But… Haaland also deserves it man and Harry Kane has been scoring goals and goals and goals.” Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The data of 20,763 civil servants, out of the 30,862 workers in the Nigerian state of Yobe has been verified, according to the State’s Head of Service, Hamidu M. Alhaji. He revealed that the data for 10,099 workers remains unverified due to the non-submission of their files by various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The Head of Service emphasized that the state’s efforts to maintain an accurate personnel database would continue, highlighting the government’s commitment to eliminating ghost workers from its payroll. While expressing concern over the failure of some MDAs to submit employee files, he assured that the verification…

The Lagos State Government has closed a parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, a Celestial Church, along with several hotels and event centers due to noise pollution. Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the closures on X, explaining that they are part of efforts to address environmental violations. “In a bid to tackle noise pollution and other environmental offences, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday (Tuesday), closing several establishments across different parts of the state. “This enforcement drive, targeting areas such as Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja,…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for state workers. This was confirmed by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Wednesday. The approval follows recommendations from a technical committee of government and labour representatives. The new salary scale will take effect once the committee completes the consequential adjustment process. Oyelade highlighted the National Bureau of Statistics’ recognition of Oyo State as the most worker-friendly in Southern Nigeria. He commended Makinde’s commitment to timely salary payments and noted that the governor had introduced the previous minimum wage of ₦30,000 upon…

Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in Nigeria have announced a price increase for various electricity meter models, marking the second hike in four months. The cost of a single-phase meter has risen from approximately ₦117,000 to as much as ₦149,800, representing an increase of 28.03% or ₦32,800, depending on the distribution company and meter vendor. The new prices were posted on the official X handle of the DisCos on Wednesday and took effect on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This adjustment reflects the deregulation of meter asset providers as directed by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). This price hike follows an…

The Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olatubosun Oluyede, has expressed his condolences over the passing of his predecessor, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. He described Lagbaja as a courageous and thoroughly professional military man who will be greatly missed, especially for his sacrifices for the country. Oluyede emphasized that Lagbaja should be celebrated even in death. He stated, “It’s highly regrettable. The country, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, did everything possible for him to be with us today. But as we all know, we belong to God, and He takes us when He deems it necessary.” “So…