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  • Yobe State University gets new Vice-Chancellor Professor Mohammed Bashir

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Yobe State University gets new Vice-Chancellor Professor Mohammed Bashir

    Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has appointed Professor Mohammed Bashir Tahir as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University, Damaturu. The appointment was announced by the University’s Chairman of the Governing Council, Alhaji Ahmed […]

  • ADC Proves Freedom of Choice Matters in Nigerian Politics

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on ADC Proves Freedom of Choice Matters in Nigerian Politics

    According to a statement by Austin Okai, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Nigerians should continue to support the party despite some leaders’ children being part of the ruling All Progressives Congress. This comes […]

  • Autism expert calls for cultural reorientation in Africa

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Autism expert calls for cultural reorientation in Africa

    A Nigerian expert in autism and neurodiversity advocacy, Boluwatife Ayanwole, has emphasized the need for a significant cultural shift in understanding autism in Africa. Speaking at the International Neurodiversity Conference 2026 webinar in Dubai, Ayanwole […]

  • Wrestling star Teshya Alo overcomes early hostility

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Wrestling star Teshya Alo overcomes early hostility

    Teshya Noelani Alo, a 28-year-old wrestler from Hawaii, has spoken out about the challenges she faced early in her career. As a girl competing in the boys’ division, she encountered hostility and unpleasantness off the […]

  • Women’s AFCON Groups Drawn in Morocco Ahead Tournament

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Women’s AFCON Groups Drawn in Morocco Ahead Tournament

    The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations tournament has taken a significant step forward with the final draw held in Rabat, Morocco. For the first time, 16 teams will participate in the competition, which is scheduled […]

  • Seun Kuti defends Chukwueze after AFCON penalty miss

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Seun Kuti defends Chukwueze after AFCON penalty miss

    Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has come to the defense of Super Eagles player Samuel Chukwueze, who has faced criticism from fans for missing a penalty kick during the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match against […]

  • Nigerian Stock Market Loses N457 Billion

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigerian Stock Market Loses N457 Billion

    The Nigerian stock market experienced a significant reversal on Thursday, with investors recording a loss of N457 billion. This downturn followed 23 consecutive sessions of growth, driven by profit-taking in various stocks, including Mc Nicholas, […]

  • Dele Momodu Pledges Support for ADC Presidential Candidate

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Dele Momodu Pledges Support for ADC Presidential Candidate

    Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, has pledged to support the party’s presidential candidate in the 2027 elections, regardless of who emerges as the flag bearer. In a recent interview on News […]

  • Nigerian Stock Market Slips After 23-Session Winning Streak

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigerian Stock Market Slips After 23-Session Winning Streak

    The Nigerian stock market experienced a decline on Thursday, ending a 23-session winning streak, as investors suffered a combined loss of N457 billion. This downturn was attributed to profit-taking activities in several stocks, which reversed […]

  • Sudan Food Crisis Worsens Amid War

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Sudan Food Crisis Worsens Amid War

    The World Food Programme (WFP) is facing significant challenges in maintaining emergency operations in Sudan, where over 1,000 days of conflict have pushed families to the edge. Despite reaching 10 million vulnerable individuals with food, […]

  • Naira Appreciates Against US Dollar

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Naira Appreciates Against US Dollar

    The Nigerian naira has rebounded against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the naira strengthened to N1,419.28 against the dollar on Thursday, […]

  • Nigerian Celebrity Marriages End in Divorce

    By Ifunanya | January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigerian Celebrity Marriages End in Divorce

    The year 2025 has been marked by a series of high-profile marriage crises in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Several celebrity couples have announced their separation or divorce, leaving fans and followers stunned. One of the most […]

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