Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

UNICEF Urges Nigerian Government To Boost Polio Vaccination Efforts On World Polio Day. As part of the World Polio Day commemoration, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the Nigerian government to intensify its commitment to ensuring that no child in the country misses out on life-saving polio vaccinations. Speaking during the event, Rahama Farah, the Chief of the UNICEF Field Office in Kano, highlighted the importance of raising awareness about immunisation, stressing that it remains the most cost-effective way to prevent diseases, particularly in children under five. Farah acknowledged the progress Nigeria has made in…

INEC To Provide Hotlines For Media During Ondo Governorship Election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will provide dedicated telephone hotlines for media practitioners covering the forthcoming Ondo State governorship election, scheduled for 16th November 2024. These hotlines will allow journalists to verify any unclear issues before publishing their reports, ensuring accuracy in media coverage. Amosa Lamidi, the Head of Electoral Operations at INEC, disclosed this during a media workshop organised by the Commission in Akure, the Ondo State capital. Represented by Mr. Tope Onojobi, Lamidi explained that the hotlines would be made available ahead…

Nigerian Rugby League Grand Finale Set For November, As Taekwondo Gains Ground. The 2024 Nigerian Rugby League is set to conclude with an eagerly anticipated grand finale on Saturday, 16th November, in Abuja. According to an official statement from the league body released on Wednesday, the showdown will see the Lagos Bulls take on the Kano Lions in what promises to be a thrilling contest between the top teams from the Southern and Northern Conferences. The Kano Lions earned their place in the final by dominating the Northern Conference, overcoming rivals such as the Zazzau Bulls, Zaria Bees, and…

GoTV Working On Restoring Service After Technical Glitch, Reassures Subscribers. GoTV subscribers in Nigeria, particularly football enthusiasts, were briefly left without access to key channels on Tuesday night due to a sudden disruption in service. The outage, which affected multiple sports channels during the much-anticipated UEFA Champions League matches, sparked frustration among fans. However, GoTV has since reassured its customers that the issue is being resolved and services will return to normal shortly. The disruption, which affected sports stations like SS Blitz Africa, SS Football Africa, and ESPN, left football fans unable to follow their favourite teams during one…

Bayern Munich, Milan, And Atletico Madrid Face Champions League Elimination After Match Day 3 Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, AC Milan, and PSV Eindhoven are among the top European clubs in danger of being eliminated from the UEFA Champions League following poor performances on Match Day 3. Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Barcelona on Wednesday night, marking their second loss in the group stage. This followed a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Match Day 2, leaving the Bavarian giants in a precarious position. Atletico Madrid also find themselves in trouble, sitting in 27th…

NDCMB Promotes Local Content In Oil And Gas Sector With $50 Million Research Fund. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NDCMB) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing local content in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry through its $50 million Research and Development Fund. The fund, established in 2020, is aimed at promoting research and innovation within the sector. Felix Ogbe, Executive Secretary of the NDCMB, highlighted the board’s efforts during the opening session of the SciBiz 2024 annual conference, themed “Integrating Research, Innovation, and Policy: Triple Helix Pathway to Research Commercialisation.” Represented by the General Manager of Research…

Lookman And Osimhen Nominated For 2024 IFFHS Best Player Award. Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen have been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Men’s World Best Player Award. The Nigerian duo are among 30 nominees vying for the global accolade. Ademola Lookman played a pivotal role in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League triumph last season, delivering a stunning hat-trick in their final victory over Bayer Leverkusen. The 27-year-old winger also impressed on the international stage, scoring three goals in seven appearances for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.…

Federal Government Scraps Ministry Of Sports Development And Niger Delta Ministry. President Bola Tinubu, in conjunction with the Federal Executive Council (FEC), has abolished the Ministry of Sports Development and the Niger Delta Ministry. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, via a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. The government has also approved the merger of the Ministry of Tourism with the Ministry of Culture and Creative Economy, a move aimed at streamlining administrative functions and fostering growth in related sectors. Onanuga revealed that…

Media Accreditation Opens For Nigeria Vs Algeria Friendly Match. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that media accreditation is now open for the upcoming international friendly match between the Super Falcons of Nigeria and the Fennecs of Algeria. The first leg of the encounter is scheduled to take place at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne, Ogun State, on Saturday, 26th October 2024, with kick-off at 4:00 pm. Editors and managers of sporting media outlets across the country are invited to submit their accreditation requests for this fixture. However, it is important to note that only one press…

Tinubu Swears In Abdullahi Bello As Chairman Of The Code Of Conduct Bureau. President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in Dr Abdullahi Usman Bello as the new Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). The ceremony took place on Wednesday, 23rd October 2024, at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, just before the start of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. The Code of Conduct Bureau plays a key role in promoting transparency within public service. Its primary mandate includes ensuring that public officials comply with the nation’s code of conduct and ethical standards, particularly through the…

Nigeria’s Flamingos Secure Quarterfinal Spot With A Late Victory Over Dominican Republic. Nigeria’s Flamingos advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 1-0 win over hosts Dominican Republic at the Estadio Felix Sanchez, Santo Domingo. A stunning long-range strike from Shakirat Moshood in the 89th minute sealed the victory, allowing Nigeria to finish the group stage with a perfect record. Moshood’s goal, her fourth of the tournament, came after an assist from Opeyemi Abdulwahab, who had also scored in Nigeria’s earlier 4-0 win over New Zealand. The Flamingos dominated the game, recording an…

Federal Government Bans LPG Exports As Prices Surge. The Federal Government has announced a ban on the export of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, due to the continuing rise in its price within Nigeria. The decision comes amid growing concern over the increasing cost of LPG, which has placed a significant strain on Nigerian households. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, conveyed the government’s concerns through a statement issued by his media aide. Despite previous efforts to stabilise prices, such as the establishment of a high-level committee in November 2023, led by…