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The newly appointed Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Mohammed Mohammed, has officially taken over leadership from his predecessor, Ahmed Abubakar. President Bola Tinubu selected Mohammed for the role following Abubakar’s resignation. The formal transition took place on Tuesday, August 27, during a handover ceremony that was captured on video by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). Abubakar had tendered his resignation to President Tinubu during a meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Saturday. Subsequently, on Monday, Tinubu approved the appointments of new Directors-General for both the NIA and the Department of State Services (DSS). Get instant and latest…

Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, better known as Rema, has touched down in his hometown of Benin, Edo State, ahead of his much-anticipated homecoming concert. His record label, Mavin, shared a video of his arrival on X, formerly known as Twitter on Tuesday with the caption, “Benin, your illustrious son; The Prince of Afrobeats – Rema is Home!” The concert is set for August 30 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and was first announced by Rema in July. This follows a previously planned concert by Governor Obaseki in December 2023, which was cancelled due to Rema’s health concerns. Get instant and…

Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time leading goalscorer in the UEFA Champions League, will be honoured with a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin for his outstanding contributions to the world’s most prestigious club competition. The recognition will be given during the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league phase draw ceremony, which is set to take place on Thursday, 29 August, at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. Ronaldo, whose illustrious career spans over 18 years in Europe’s top leagues, has scored an incredible 140 goals in 183 Champions League appearances. He leads Lionel Messi by 11 goals and is far…

Poland Goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczęsny has announced his retirement from the beautiful game. He made the announcement via a post on his Instagram handle, saying this is a time for reflection and gratitude. “I left Warsaw, my hometown in June of 2006 to join Arsenal with one dream to make a living out of football. Little did I know it would be a start of a journey of a lifitime,” the post read. He appreciated the clubs he played for and the Polish National Team whom he was honored to represent 84 times. “Today, tough my body still feels ready for…

Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading manufacturing companies, known for producing and distributing some of the country’s favorite beverages, is seeking to hire a skilled HR Data Analyst to join their team. Job Overview: Responsibilities: Check out available Jobs and Scholarships. Qualifications: To apply, please complete the form here. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Nairametrics is a leading Nigerian online newspaper that focuses on business and economic current affairs. We are committed to delivering insightful and current information to our readers. Job Description: Nairametrics is looking for a highly organized and efficient Administrative Officer to provide essential support for smooth office operations. Job Overview: Location: Lagos, NigeriaSalary Type: MonthlySalary Range: ₦100,000Experience: 1 – 2 YearsGender: BothQualification: ND/HND/B.Sc Key Responsibilities: Check out available Jobs and Scholarships. Requirements: How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hello.hr@nairametrics.com using the job title as the subject of the mail. Get instant and latest news updates…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has commenced the shipment of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cargoes to Japan and China on a Delivered Ex-Ship (DES) basis, marking a significant milestone in its global energy strategy. This development was confirmed by Olufemi Soneye, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, quoting Segun Dapo, Executive President of Downstream at NNPC Ltd. The DES system, which involves delivering goods to a specific port with the seller responsible for shipping and insurance, represents a more financially beneficial approach for NNPC Ltd. and allows the company to enter the downstream LNG sector. NNPC has been…

Domestic travellers paid 25 per cent more for air flights in July 2024. This is according to a new report by the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS). NBS said: “In air travel, the average fare paid by air passengers for specified routes single journey was N98,561.74 in July 2024, showing an increase of 9.65 per cent compared to the previous month (June 2024). “On a YoY basis, the fare rose by 25.12 per cent from N78,775.74 in July 2023.” The recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals a decline in transportation costs despite the federal government’s move…

Manchester United have reached an agreement with PSG for the signing of midfielder Manuel Ugarte. United will pay an initial of £42.2m but the deal could be worth as much as £50.7m (€60m) including performance-related add-ons. He is expected in the UK on Tuesday to have a medical and sign off on personal terms. PSG went into negotiations wanting the £51.1m (€60m) fee they paid Sporting Lisbon last summer before bonuses. The clubs have compromised given the willingness of all parties to get a deal done. United are understood to be happy with the deal that they have struck. Get…

The Ibadan Micra driver, who recently went viral on social media for driving while dressed in female clothing, has shared the reason behind his unconventional choice. In a video circulating on various platforms, the driver can be seen in the outfit while behind the wheel, causing amusement and curiosity among social media users. However, in a new video posted on the Facebook page of Ibadan-based photographer Ayo Adams, the driver explained his reasons for standing out with his attire. Despite his unique appearance, he mentioned that he often faces ridicule from passengers who make fun of him. Get instant and…