Author: Akintayo Adams

The Federal Government, through the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), has announced the commencement of recruitment into various positions within the Federal Civil Service. Interested and eligible Nigerians can apply for the available positions through the commission’s official recruitment portal. In a statement released on Monday by Taiwo Hassan, the FCSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, it was disclosed that applicants are to apply for only one position. The vacancy announcement is published on the commission’s website and in national newspapers. Eligible applicants are required to submit necessary documents, including their curriculum vitae, educational certificates, birth certificate, and passport…

The Super Eagles have been drawn in Group C for the upcoming African Nations Cup. They were drawn alongside Uganda, and Tanzania. The tournament is set to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, in Morocco. This 2025 edition will mark the 35th installment of the tournament. The Super Eagles will be aiming for their fourth AFCON title, having narrowly missed out on victory in the previous edition’s final against the host nation, Ivory Coast. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Victoria Ogunremi, a Nigerian-American woman working in New Jersey, has received widespread praise for her honesty after returning $5,700 in cash that she found in a restroom at her workplace. In an interview with journalists on Monday, Ogunremi explained that her decision to return the money was driven by concern for the person who lost it and her Christian faith. She stated, “The thought of the pain or trauma it could cause inspired me. I did not hesitate to return it because of my Christian faith and beliefs. Honesty brings peace of mind, and it is the key virtue I…

Timileyin Ajayi, the suspected killer of Salome Adaidu, has pleaded not guilty to the charge of culpable homicide, which is punishable by death under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria. Ajayi was arraigned at the High Court of Justice in Lafia before Justice Simon Aboki. Despite initially admitting to the crime, claiming he killed Adaidu after discovering she was cheating on him, Ajayi pleaded not guilty during the arraignment. The case has drawn significant attention, especially given the gruesome nature of the crime, with Ajayi found in possession of Adaidu’s severed head. The trial will continue as…

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has made a bold statement, saying he would prefer to put the club’s goalkeeper coach, Jorge Vital, on the bench rather than Marcus Rashford. This comes after Rashford was left out of the matchday squad for the 1-0 win against Fulham, a match in which Lisandro Martinez scored the only goal from a deflected strike. Rashford hasn’t been included in a Premier League squad for nearly two months, and Amorim has criticized the 27-year-old for not showing the right attitude and effort in training. “If things don’t change, I will not change. It’s the same…

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), said Taraba, Lagos, and Benue have reported the highest prices for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, in Nigeria. The NBS revealed that the average price for refilling a 5kg LPG cylinder increased by 44.62% year-on-year, reaching N7,000 in December 2024, compared to N4,962.87 in December 2023. State-by-state analysis shows that Taraba recorded the highest average price for a 5kg cylinder at N8,074.41, followed by Lagos at N7,910.71, and Benue at N7,900. In contrast, Delta recorded the lowest price at N6,455, with Ondo and Zamfara following at N6,683.33 and N6,778.57, respectively.…

In a significant development, Afe Babalola, the renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has agreed to withdraw his defamation case against human rights lawyer and activist Dele Fárótìmí. This decision came after the intervention of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, and other prominent monarchs. The case, which had garnered widespread attention, involved allegations of defamation made by Babalola against Fárótìmí over statements in his book, “Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System.” The book critiqued Nigeria’s legal system and included claims that Babalola found damaging to his reputation. Following the intervention of the Ooni and other monarchs, Babalola…

President (Asíwájú) Bọ́lá Ahmed Tinúbú arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday to attend the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, which begins on Tuesday, January 27. The President, who arrived at 10:20 p.m. (8:20 p.m. Nigerian time), was received by Hon. Ali Suleiman Ameir, Tanzania’s Minister of State, Office of the President. The two-day summit is being hosted by the government of Tanzania, the African Union, the African Development Bank Group, and the World Bank Group. On the first day, participating countries, including Nigeria, will present their national energy strategies, termed compacts, detailing their approaches to achieving universal energy…

A heartwarming story has emerged of a Nigerian lady who welcomed a baby with her husband after they met at a Peter Obi rally in September 2022. She shared the delightful news on her TikTok page, revealing that they met during a rally for the presidential aspirant, Peter Obi. Accompanied by beautiful family photos, the video was captioned, “Finishing this when I get married to the guy I met at Peter Obi rally on 17th September 2022.” Netizens’ reactions … @BUKKY said: “Na different place people dey find love o 🥲❤️” @Gerald St James | Photographer wrote: “Ahhhhhh….!!!! We been dey fight for new…

The Magistrate Court in Ilesa, Osun State, has ordered Rhoda Adu to pay ₦150,000 in damages for failing to visit her boyfriend, Olapitan Sola, after receiving ₦3,000 for transportation. Ms. Rhoda switched off her phone and failed to show up, leading Mr. Olapitan to feel defrauded and emotionally distressed. He reported the incident to the Ayeso Police Station. Evidence, including the ₦3,000 transfer and WhatsApp messages, was submitted in court. Magistrate Akogun Oludare ruled that Ms. Adu must refund the ₦3,000, pay ₦100,000 for breaching their agreement, and an additional ₦50,000 for causing Mr. Olapitan emotional distress. The court emphasized…