Relegated Bournemouth accepts a £41million bid for Nathan Ake from Manchester City

Bournemouth have accepted a £41million offer from Manchester City for central defender Nathan Ake as they look to raise funds following their relegation from the Premier League to Championship.

FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has criminal proceedings launched against him in Switzerland

Prosecutors in Switzerland have launched criminal proceedings against FIFA President, Gianni Infantino to investigate his dealings with Swiss Attorney General Michael Lauber. 

Donald Trump says he is considering banning TikTok amid fears it can be used by China to spy on Americans

President Donald Trump has said that the U.S. is considering banning Chinese social media app TikTok amid fears it could be used by China to spy on Americans. 

Ex-pension boss Abdulrasheed Maina released from Kuje Prison

Former chairman of the Pension Reformed Task Team (PRTT), Abdulrasheed Maina, has been released from Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja.

Wilfred Ndidi sets new record with club side Leicester City after season finale

Nigeria and Leicester city midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has performed well as a premier league player this season, sharing the EPL top tackler accolade with Manchester United's Aaron Wan-Bissaka for the 2019/2020 season, and in the process setting a new record with his clubside after the premier league season finished on Sunday July 26.

N81bn theft at NDDC is mere pickpocketing compared to what Nigerians from other regions are stealing - Asari Dokubo

Leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Salvation Force, Asari Dokubo has reacted to the alleged mismanagement of N81 billion by the interim management committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). 

Governor Akeredolu appoints Summy Smart Francis as Special Adviser on Entrepreneurship Development

The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Barrister Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN), has raised an alarm to global leaders, warning that unemployment is another pandemic that will triple the hardship the world is already experiencing.  He stated that, “we never prepared for the coronavirus pandemic but we can as soon as possible begin to make urgent preparations for the unemployment pandemic which is staring us in the face”

Minister of Youths and Sports offers 17-year-old girl scholarship after a video of her repairing a forklift in Lagos went viral

A 17-year-old girl identified as Kehinde Esther, has been offered a scholarship by the Minister of Youths and Sports, Sunday Dare, after a video of her repairing a forklift went viral.
 

India bans 47 more Chinese apps weeks after blocking TikTok and 58 others over security fears

India has banned 47 more Chinese apps just weeks after blocking popular video-sharing platform TikTok and 58 others over national security and privacy concerns. 

President Buhari names train stations after Osinbajo, Tinubu, Fashola, Ekwueme, Ibru, others

President Buhari has named train stations along the Lagos-Ibadan and the Itakpe-Ajaokuta-Warri corridors after “deserving Nigerians”

UN suspends another employee over viral car-sex video

The United Nations has identified and suspended another staff member without pay over his alleged involvement in a recent viral sex video in Tel Aviv, Israel.

F1 star Lewis Hamilton is slammed by fans for sharing anti-vaxxer post accusing Bill Gates of lying about Coronavirus trials

Lewis Hamilton is facing criticism online for sharing an anti-vaxxer post with his followers on Instagram. 

One-year rent agreements will get 0.78% stamp duty - FIRS

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has made a clarification on its plan to impose a stamp duty charge on tenancy. 

Foreign students won’t be admitted for online programmes – US

The United States announced Friday, July 24, that it will not take in any new foreign students seeking online-only study.

China offers $1 billion loan to Latin America and the Caribbean for access to its COVID-19 vaccine

China has announced a $1 billion loan to Latin America and the Caribbean for access to it's Covid-19 vaccine.

Nigeria Air Force explains why autopsy was not conducted on Tolulope Arotile Nigeria's first female combat helicopter pilot

The Nigerian Air Force says an autopsy was not carried out on Tolulope Arotile, the first Combat Helicopter pilot in Nigeria who died on July 14, because the circumstances surrounding her death were clear.

Court orders EFCC to return Mompha’s passport, wrist watches and iPhone

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been ordered to release all items seized from Ismaila Mustapha popularly known as Mompha by a federal high court sitting in Lagos. 

Former Tanzania President Benjamin Mkapa is dead

Benjamin William Mkapa, the former President of Tanzania is dead at the age of 81. Mkapa, a skilled diplomat served as president for 10 years from 1995 to 2005.

"I want my peace" Seyitan Babatayo says as she releases statement after dismissing her petition against D'banj

Seyitan Babatayo has released a statement after it was revealed that she has dismissed her petition against singer D'banj after accusing him of rape.

‘N100bn vanished in one year’- House of Representatives probes North East Development Commission

The House of Representatives has ordered an investigation into allegations of a missing N100 billion from the coffers of the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) established in 2017 to reconstruct states affected by insurgency in the north-east.

Liverpool lifts Premier League trophy after thrashing Chelsea 5 - 3 at Anfield

Champions of England, Liverpool have been presented the Premier League trophy following their 5-3 win against Chelsea at Anfield on Wednesday, July 22. 

Third Mainland Bridge will be closed on Friday - FG

The federal government has announced that the Third Mainland Bridge will be closed on Friday at midnight and will not be reopened until January 2021.

Most contracts in NDDC are awarded to National Assembly members- Godswill Akpabio

Godswill Akpabio, the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, today July 20, disclosed that most of the contracts in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) are given to members of the National Assembly. He said this when he appeared before the house of representatives committee probing the commission.

President Buhari's close associate Isa Funtua dies at 78

One of President Buhari's closest associates, Isa Funtua, is dead.

Ekiti bans traditional festivals

The Ekiti State Government has placed a ban on all local and traditional festivals in the state, as part of measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. 

My deputy was a wrong choice – Governor Akeredolu

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has described his deputy, Agboola Ajayi as a wrong choice. 

Nepotism is the worst form of corruption - Sanusi

Former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has described nepotism as the worst form of corruption in Nigeria. 

Buhari names railway complex after Jonathan

President Muhammadu Buhari has named the railway complex in Agbor, Delta state after former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Ex-Chelsea player and World Cup winner Andre Schurrle retires at early age of 29 after succumbing to injuries

Former Chelsea player, Andre Schurrle has retired from professional football at the young age of 29.

The former Bayer Leverkusen and Wolfsburg star, who is also a World Cup winner with Germany, on Friday confirmed he was quitting football after an injury plagued career.

Ekiti state government rescinds its decision to reopen religious centers

The Ekiti State Government has rescinded its decision to reopen religious centres in the state for worship.

President Buhari breaks his silence on the NDDC saga, orders speedy and coordinated investigation into allegations of corruption

President Buhari has broken his silence concerning the saga playing out at the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC.

Real Madrid win its 34th La Liga title

Real Madrid won the LaLiga title on Thursday night with a game to spare thanks to a 2-1 Benzema inspired victory over Villarreal while Barcelona lost 1-2 to Osasuna at the Camp Nou.

Manchester United's Marcus Rashford becomes youngest recipient of honorary degree for his charity work against Child poverty

Manchester United striker, Marcus Rashford will receive an honorary degree from The University of Manchester for summer charity campaign against child poverty.

Court dismisses N34bn fraud charge against Tompolo’s firm and ex-NIMASA DG Akpobolokemi

A N34 billion fraud lawsuit filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against Global West Vessel Specialist Ltd, a company linked to a former Niger Delta militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo a.k.a Tompolo has been dismissed by Federal High Court in Lagos.

Nick Cannon apologizes to Jewish community but demands 'full ownership' of comedy series Wild ’N Out as he's fired by ViacomCBS over anti-Semitic remarks

ViacomCBS is ending two decades-long relationship with Nick Cannon after he recently made anti-Semitic comments on his podcast.

South-West states signify readiness to reopen schools for WASSCE

The six South-West states have expressed readiness to conduct the 2020 West African School Certificate Examinations for students in the region.

US rescinds order denying visas for foreign students

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have rescinded its controversial decision to revoke foreign student visas whose courses move online due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye joins Dutch club, Sparta Rotterdam on a two-year deal

Nigeria’s Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, 20, has joined Dutch Eredivisie side Sparta Rotterdam from German club, Fortuna Dusseldorf.

Police open investigation after Cristiano Ronaldo's 10-year-old son is filmed riding a jet ski alone

Police in Portugal have opened up investigations after Cristiano Ronaldo’s 10-year-old, son Cristiano Jr was filmed riding a jet ski alone.

The NFL's Washington Redskins officially drop 'racist' name and logo after nearly 90 years amid pressure from sponsors and activists

The NFL's Washington Redskins has announced it would officially retire the name "Redskins" and the team's logo after years of controversy about the name being racist and insensitive.

Nigerian UFC star Kamaru Usman retains his Welterweight title by unanimous win after beating Jorge Masvidal

Nigerian UFC champion, Kamaru Usman has retained his Welterweight title after defeating his American opponent, Jorge Masvidal at the UFC 251 which took place last night on ‘Fight Island’ in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

British MMA star Jahreau Shepherd tragically dies at the age of 30

British MMA fighter, Jahreau Shepherd has tragically died at the age of 30

Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami denies purchasing a house for his newly married son

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has denied media reports that he purchased a house for his son, Abdulazeez, who tied the knot on Friday, July 10.

Trump wears mask in public for first time during COVID-19 pandemic

US President, Donald Trump wore a mask during a visit to a military hospital on Saturday, July 11, the very first time the president has been seen in public with the facial covering recommended as a precaution against the novel Coronavirus.

President Buhari signs N10.8trn revised 2020 Budget

President Buhari has signed the revised 2020 Budget of N10.8 trillion.

Atiku Abubakar and Reno Omokri kick against FG's decision to cancel WASSCE

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and former presidential media aide, Reno Omokri, have kicked against the Federal government's decision to cancel the West African Senior School Certificate Examination WASSCE for this year.

House of Representatives faults FG's decision to cancel WASSCE examination

The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Services has faulted the Federal government's decision to cancel the 2019/2020 West African Senior School Certificate Examination WASSCE due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Delta state government pleads with Ijaw, Itsekiri communities over threats to shut down oil facilities due to unmet demands

The Delta state government has waded into threats by Ijaw and Itsekiri communities in the state over threats to shut down oil facilities in the state.

Seoul Mayor found dead hours after he was reported missing following sexual harassment accusation

The Mayor of Seoul, Park Won-soon, long seen as a potential South Korean presidential candidate, has been found dead, police said Friday, July 9. He was 64.

Osinbajo denies receiving N4billion from suspended EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has reacted to allegation of receiving N4bn from suspended acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu.