Jannik Sinner eased past Francisco Cerundolo 7-5, 6-1 at the Paris Masters on Thursday to set up a quarter-final clash with Ben Shelton, while reigning champion Alexander Zverev earned a straight-sets win over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the third round. A maiden crown in the French capital will return Sinner to number one in … Continue reading “Sinner, Zverev March Into Paris Masters Last Eight”
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to implement the National Single Window at Nigeria’s ports by 2026. Vice President Kashim Shettima said the initiative aims to harmonise port documentation, reduce human contact, and enhance transparency in cargo clearance. He described the plan as a “game changer” for port operations. Speaking at the second meeting … Continue reading “FG Set To Implement Single Window Policy At Nigerian Ports By 2026”
French police have arrested five more people, including a prime suspect, over this month’s daring Louvre museum robbery, the Paris prosecutor said on Thursday. Dozens of detectives have been hunting for four thieves who used a truck with a moving lift and cutting gear to break into a first-floor gallery at the museum on … Continue reading “France Arrests Five New Suspects Over Louvre Heist”
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday declared that his administration is committed to providing a credible, secure, verifiable, and usable identity management system across the board, asserting that such a system is fundamental to the nation’s developmental goals. According to a statement by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu spoke at the State House during … Continue reading “Credible Identity Management System Vital To National Progress, Says Tinubu”
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent import duty on refined petroleum products, describing it as an “anti-people decision.” Adebayo, who spoke on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, accused President Tinubu of excessive taxation, saying the administration’s … Continue reading “‘Give Tinubu Time, He’ll Tax the Air We Breathe,’ Says SDP’s Adebayo”
The African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Executive Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have postponed the 9th edition of the awards to January 2026. The organisers confirmed this in a statement on Thursday, announcing that the event will now be held from Wednesday, January 7 to Sunday, January 11, 2026, … Continue reading “AFRIMA Postpones 9th Edition To January 2026”
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the posting and appointment of senior officers to key command, staff, and instructional positions across formations, units, and training institutions of the Nigerian Army. This was confirmed in a statement released by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, … Continue reading “FULL LIST: COAS Appoints Senior Officers To Key Command And Staff Positions”
King Charles will strip his younger brother Andrew of his royal titles and long-term residence on the Windsor estate, the palace said in a statement on Thursday. The announcement followed fresh outrage at accusations made by one of Jeffrey Epstein’s main accusers against the 65-year-old, who has denied the charges. “His Majesty has today initiated … Continue reading “King Charles To Strip Andrew Of Royal Titles, Residence”
Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie has been shortlisted for the 2025 FIFPRO Women’s World XI, becoming one of only three African players nominated for the prestigious global team voted for exclusively by professional footballers worldwide. The Houston Dash full-back joins a star-studded shortlist of 26 players, following a sensational year for both club and country, … Continue reading “Michelle Alozie Earns Historic FIFPRO World XI Nomination”
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced a ₦50 million support package for Nigeria’s Super Falcons ahead of their victory against the Amazons of Benin Republic in the final qualifying round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The governor made the announcement on Monday when he received the 10-time African champions … Continue reading “Ogun State Gov Donates ₦50m to Nigeria’ Super Falcons “