NCC Seeks Presidential Backing to Strengthen Local Smartphone Manufacturing
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called for presidential support to accelerate the growth of local smartphone manufacturing, saying stronger government backing is vital to building a competitive and self-reliant…
Tobi Amusan Set for Paris Diamond League Despite Heatwave Concerns
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan is set to compete at the Paris Diamond League after organizers confirmed that the prestigious athletics meeting will go ahead despite an intense heatwave affecting…
Lagos Commissioner Identifies Key Causes of Recurring Building Collapses
The Lagos State Government has outlined the major factors contributing to the recurring incidents of building collapses across the state, stressing the need for stricter compliance with construction regulations and…
Report: Gunmen Seized 282 Rifles from Nigerian Security Agencies
A new report has revealed that gunmen have seized a total of 282 rifles from Nigeria’s security agencies, including the police, military, and other law enforcement organizations, raising fresh concerns…
Rivers Assembly Speaker Faults Fubara Over Delay in Budget Presentation
The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly has criticized Governor Siminalayi Fubara over the delayed submission of the state’s budget, describing the late presentation as a setback to…
Mayweather-Pacquiao Rematch Postponed Indefinitely
Plans for a long-awaited rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao have been put on hold indefinitely, with no new date announced for the proposed bout. The…
Oleksandr Usyk to Vacate World Title Belts, Rules Out Boxing Retirement
Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has confirmed that he will vacate his world title belts but has reassured fans that he is not retiring from professional boxing. Usyk explained that…
West Ham Table €30 Million Bid for Nigerian Defender
Premier League club West Ham United have reportedly submitted a €30 million offer for a Nigerian defender as they continue efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.…
Sevilla Reject Transfer Bid for Nigerian Striker Akor Adams
Spanish club Sevilla have reportedly rejected a transfer offer for Nigerian forward Akor Adams, reaffirming their intention to retain the highly rated striker ahead of the new season. The La…
Super Falcons Target Title Defence as 16-Team WAFCON Kicks Off July 26
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin their quest to retain the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title when the 16-team tournament gets underway on July 26, with Africa’s most successful…