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JUST IN: Nigeria Loses Joint Bid With Benin Republic To Host AFCON 2027
Nigeria has lost the joint bid with the Benin Republic to host the African Cup of Nations in 2027, as Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are named joint hosts of the 2027 tournament. This comes after the Minister of Sports Development
We’re Determined To Turn Nigeria’s Growing Population Into Economic Dividends — Vice President Shettima
Nigeria’s Vice-President, Kashim Shettima, says President Bola Tinubu is determined to turn Nigeria’s growing population into economic dividends. Shettima made this known on Friday at the opening of a two-day retreat for the leadership of the national assembly in Ikot
I’m Willing To Become Unpopular To Reform Nigeria — Tinubu
Nigeria’s President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, says he is determined to follow through on his promise of reforming Nigeria, even if it earns him an infamous reputation. Tinubu made this known during a meeting with António Guterres, United Nations (UN)
I’m Not The President Who Gives Excuses, Nigerians Shouldn’t Be Poor — Tinubu
Nigeria’s President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, says he will work to ensure Nigerians are taken out of poverty. Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesperson, in a statement on Thursday, said Tinubu spoke while receiving a 62-person delegation from Rivers state, at the
Total blackout as Nigeria’s Power Grid Collapses
There is a widespread blackout across the country following the total collapse of Nigeria’s electricity grid early Thursday morning. It was gathered that the grid collapsed totally around 12:40 a.m. on September 14, 2023, leading to the massive loss of
G-20’ll Remain Incomplete without Nigeria, Tinubu tells World Leaders
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday told the G-20 leaders that Nigeria’s strategic importance as Africa’s largest economy and democracy makes it capable of playing a major role within the bloc and contributing to shaping a more equitable world. “Nigeria is
Inflation: Nigeria not Doing Badly Compared with Other African Countries — CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria has said the country’s inflation rate is better compared to most African nations. The acting Governor of the CBN, Folashodun Shonubi, stated this on Tuesday at the 2023 Zenith Bank International Trade Seminar. Shonubi, who
Super Falcons: England ‘step over’ Nigeria to World Cup Quarterfinals
The Super Falcons of Nigeria suffered a 4-2 loss on penalties to the Lionesses of England in a 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup round of 16 clash played early on Monday, August 7, 2023. The Super Falcons ranked 40th in
Report: US Issued its Highest-ever Student Visa to Nigeria in 2022
The United States issued Nigeria and Ghana their highest-ever student visa in history in 2022, a recent report has revealed. ApplyBoard, the Canadian educational company, said more African students were awarded F1 visas in 2022 than ever before, citing data from the
Nigeria’s Super Falcons defeat Australia in Women’s World Cup
The Super Falcons of Nigeria took a decisive step towards the second round of the Women’s World Cup by beating co-hosts Australia 3-2 on Thursday. Goals from Uchenna Kalu, Osinachi Ohale, and substitute Asisat Oshoala completed a come-from-behind win over
