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Manchester City midfielder Rodri has made headlines by naming his teammate Kevin De Bruyne as the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) in football. The statement came during an interview with Goal at the PFA Awards held on Tuesday night. When asked by the interviewer, “Greatest of all time?” Rodri didn’t hesitate and responded emphatically, “Kevin De Bruyne.” This declaration comes as De Bruyne continues to solidify his legacy with an impressive trophy cabinet that includes six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and a Champions League title with Manchester City. Rodri’s choice of De Bruyne over other football legends like…

The Naira fell by N27.58 against the dollar at the foreign exchange market between Monday and Tuesday, according to FMDQ data. As of Tuesday, the Naira traded at N1,592.06, a depreciation from N1,564.48 recorded last Friday, marking two consecutive declines. At the black market, the Naira also dropped by N15 on Tuesday, exchanging at N1,615 per dollar compared to N1,600 last Friday. This decline has been ongoing since last week, following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) implementation of the Retail Dutch Auction System (rDUS), which saw the CBN selling $876.26 million to end-users through banks. However, despite this intervention,…

The news about Jennifer Lopez filing for divorce from Ben Affleck has gained attention across US media, marking the end of their rekindled romance. Two years after their 2022 wedding, the Hollywood couple, who once dominated headlines as “Bennifer” in the early 2000s, seem to have hit a rough patch, leading Lopez to file divorce papers in Los Angeles. Lopez and Affleck initially began dating in 2002 after meeting on the set of Gigli but split in 2004. After nearly two decades apart, they reconnected in 2021, eventually marrying in two ceremonies: one in Las Vegas and another at Affleck’s…

MTN Nigeria, a member of the MTN Group, Africa’s top cellular telecommunications provider, made history on May 16, 2001, by becoming the first GSM network to make a call following the successful Nigerian GSM auction led by the Nigerian Communications Commission earlier that year. The Company seeks application from competent individuals to fill the vacant positions below: Manager – Operational Compliance and Internal Control Job Type: Full-TimeQualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MAExperience: 6 – 13 yearsLocation: Lagos, IkoyiJob Field: Project Management Job Description Reports To: Senior Manager – Compliance and Ethics ManagementDivision: Risk and Compliance Mission: Description: Education: Experience: Click here to apply…

The ancient city of Ibadan came alive today as the Yoruba community gathered at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, to celebrate Isese Day, a festival honoring the rich traditions, spirituality, and heritage of the Yoruba people. The event featured traditional drumming, colorful attires, and rituals paying homage to the Orishas and ancestors. Various cultural troupes performed dances and songs, highlighting the essence of Yoruba culture. Dignitaries, traditional leaders, and worshippers from across the southwest attended the celebration, emphasizing the growing recognition and revival of Isese practices in modern times. The pictures below from the celebration at Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba,…

MTN Nigeria, a member of the MTN Group, Africa’s top cellular telecommunications provider, made history on May 16, 2001, by becoming the first GSM network to make a call following the successful Nigerian GSM auction led by the Nigerian Communications Commission earlier that year. The Company seeks application from competent individuals to fill the vacant positions below: Manager – Commercial Legal Corporate Transaction Job Overview Responsibilities: Education: Experience: Apply for Manager – Commercial Legal Corporate Transaction Manager – Salaries Compliance and Regulatory Job Overview Responsibilities: Education: Experience: Apply for Manager – Salaries Compliance and Regulatory Get instant and latest news…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is preparing for a potential indefinite nationwide strike, warning that it will commence at midnight if any harm befalls its president, Joe Ajaero. This decision was announced in a communique by Ado Kabiru Sani, NLC deputy president, following the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Tuesday. The NEC gathered to address the police’s invitation to Ajaero concerning allegations of “terrorism financing.” While the NLC emphasized that Ajaero would honour the police invitation, they strongly refuted the accusations, deeming them baseless. In the communique, the NLC directed its affiliates to mobilize workers nationwide. The union also…

Julius Berger Nigeria is offering scholarships to qualified female students in public universities across Nigeria as part of its effort to support education and human capital development. This merit-based scholarship is aimed at empowering female undergraduates in engineering, building, and construction-related fields. Scholarship Summary Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Eligible Courses The scholarship is available to female undergraduates studying the following: Required Documents How to Apply (Step-by-Step) Best of luck to applicants! Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

The Organized Labour has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with both Federal and State Governments over delays in implementing the new minimum wage. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) clarified that there is no deliberate attempt by the Federal Government to avoid payment. President Bola Tinubu signed the new ₦70,000 minimum wage into law on July 29, 2024, after meetings with NLC and the Trade Union Congress. However, only seven states—Kano, Kwara, Ogun, Borno, Jigawa, Ondo, and Abia—have set up committees to implement the wage increase. Lagos and Edo have claimed to begin payments, while several other states have yet to…

Maternal health experts have warned that pregnant women using makeup and personal care products are at a higher risk of developing hypertension due to certain harmful chemicals found in these items. Hair dyes, nail polishes, and skincare creams may contain lead, mercury, parabens, and phenols, which can interfere with hormone function and contribute to high blood pressure. A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives revealed that phenols and parabens increase the risk of hypertension during pregnancy by up to 57%, especially between 24–28 weeks of gestation. Experts emphasized that elevated blood pressure during pregnancy could lead to complications such…