The University of Education (UEW), Ghana, has sacked Augustine Nwagbara, a Nigerian professor, over “unethical and damning” comments he made about the country and its education system. Advertisements
Month: June 2019
Buhari Appoints Kyari New NNPC GMD
President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mr Mele Kolo Kyari as the new Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).
Iran Shoots Down US Drone Over Its Territory – State TV
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said Thursday it had shot down a US “spy drone” over its territory after it violated Iranian airspace, according to Iranian state television.
Buhari Orders Security Forces To End Taraba Violence Decisively
President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the spate of attacks on the people of Kona ward in Jalingo local government area, Taraba state, ordering security forces to end the violence immediately and decisively.
Messi Rescues Argentina As Paraguay Pay Penalty
A Lionel Messi penalty salvaged a 1-1 draw for Argentina against Paraguay on Wednesday as the two-time world champions once again struggled at the Copa America.
President Buhari Finally Makes First Appointment
President Muhammadu Buhari has reappointed Mr. Ahmed Idris, as the Accountant General of the Federation.
Egyptian Ex-President Morsi Was “Killed” – Erdogan
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday said his close ally Mohamed Morsi was “killed” and accused Egyptian authorities of failing to intervene to save the ex-president.
How Boko Haram “Abducted Soldiers, Killed 28” At Borno Military Base
The battle against insurgency suffered yet another setback after Boko Haram invaded a military base in Borno state on Monday.
Shehu Sani Taunts Osinbajo Over Sleepless Nights Comment, Recommends Book On “How To Sleep Better”
The lawmaker who represented Kaduna central senatorial district between 2015 and 2019, Shehu Sani has rubbished the claim by vice president Yemi Osinbanjo that poverty among Nigerians is giving him sleepless nights, recommending a book titled: “How to sleep… Read More ›
Atletico Closing In On Portuguese Star Felix – Reports
Atletico Madrid are set to sign teenage sensation Joao Felix from Benfica for 120 million euros ($134m), according to reports in Portugal on Tuesday.
UPDATED: “Credible Evidence” Linking Saudi Crown Prince To Khashoggi Murder -UN
There is “credible evidence” linking Saudi Arabia’s crown prince to the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi last October, an independent UN rights expert said Wednesday, calling for an international investigation.
Buratai Blames Uncommitted Soldiers For Boko Haram Attacks
The chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai, has said insufficient commitment of soldiers is responsible for some attacks on military bases.
