Zanu-PF Moves to Extend President’s Term by two Years
Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party wants to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office by two years until 2030. The party’s spokesman, Farai Marapira, stated this yesterday, but gave no details of how this could be achieved or whether constitutional changes would be sought to enable the 82-year-old Zanu-PF leader to stay on. Zimbabwe’s constitution limits […]
NASS to Finalizing Electoral Reform Before Off-Cycle Elections
The National Assembly has vowed to complete electoral reforms ahead of the off-cycle elections coming up this year. The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, who gave the assurance today during delivery of his oppening speech upon resumption of lawmakers from the Christmas break, emphasized that the foundation of every thriving democracy is viable electoral reforms, […]
CBN Sanctions Nine Banks for Failing to Dispense Cash via ATMs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sanctioned Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) for failing to make Naira notes available through automated teller machines (ATMs), during the yuletide season. The affected banks which include Fidelity Bank Plc, First Bank Plc, Keystone Bank Plc, Union Bank Plc, Globus Bank Plc, Providus Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc, United […]
AGN Denies Report of President Emeka Rollas’ Arrest in Abia State
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has debunked a viral report that its National President, Emeka Rollas was arrested and detained by the police in Abia State. Online report said Rollas was arrested over the weekend for alleged role in imposition of an unelected chairman on the Abia State chapter of the guild. However, in […]
Former World Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury Retires From Boxing
Former world heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury, has retired from boxing. The 36-year-old former world champion announced this in a video posted on his Instagram, noting that his boxing career has been a blast and he has loved every single minute of it. Fury last fought in December when he lost his rematch against WBA (Super), WBC and […]
UK, Mauritius Progress on Chagos Islands Deal Before Trump Inauguration
Britain and Mauritius have made good progress in talks to finalise a deal over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, including a U.S.-British military base, with London hoping for sign-off before Donald Trump’s inauguration. A UK-Mauritius joint statement provided by the British government today reiterated London’s position that discussions were ongoing to reach an agreement that […]
FG to Inaugurate Three Equipped Cancer Facilities by May 2025
The Federal Government is billed to inaugurate three major cancer facilities with equipment’s by May 2025, having already flagged off 10 other major cancer diagnostic centres across the country five months ago. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, disclosed this yesterday, following the approval of the establishment of six quipped cancer […]
4 Non Blondes to Reunite After 30 Years at BottleRock Festival
’90s rock band 4 Non Blondes, known for their hit “What’s Up?”, is reuniting for a rare performance at the BottleRock Napa Valley festival this May. This marks only their second time playing together since disbanding after their 1992 debut album, Bigger, Better, Faster, More! Singer Linda Perry shared on The Allison Hagendorf Show how her desire for […]
National Assembly Threatens to Halt FG Allocations to JAMB Over High Spending
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Finance has threatened to stop the Federal Government’s grant to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in the 2025 budget, citing concerns over excessive spending. This followed the presentation of JAMB’s 2025 budget proposal by its Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, to the Senate and House of Representatives Joint […]
Enyimba on the Brink of CAF Confederation Cup Exit After Al Masry Draw
Enyimba face elimination in the CAF Confederation Cup after they held Al Masry of Egypt to a 1-1 draw in their Group D clash in Uyo on Sunday. Enyimba moved to third position in the group with five points following the stalemate. Enyimba will be away to defending champions Zamalek of Egypt, who booked their […]
