Elumelu Foundation Announces $16m Support for African Businesses
The Tony Elumelu Foundation says it will provide more than 16 million US dollars in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs across Africa in 2026. The Tony Elumelu Foundation says it will provide more than 16 million US dollars in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs across Africa in 2026. She said selected participants would […]
Tinubu Praises Elumelu for Supporting African Entrepreneurs
Nigeria’s president, Bola Tinubu, has praised businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu for his role in supporting young entrepreneurs across Africa. In a statement issued by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, released ahead of Mr Elumelu’s birthday on 22 March, the president commended the impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, which he […]
Presidency Clarifies Scope of UK Migration Agreement Amid Misinformation
The Nigerian Presidency has clarified that the newly signed migration agreement with the United Kingdom does not include foreign deportees, amid reports of widespread misinformation. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, in a statement on Friday, said the deal strictly concerns Nigerian citizens residing illegally in the UK. “For […]
Eid al-Fitr: ADC Urges Nigerians to Embrace Faith, Resilience
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on Nigerians to draw strength from faith, sacrifice and resilience as Muslims mark the Eid al-Fitr celebrations. In a goodwill message, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the values observed during the holy month of Ramadan should inspire unity, compassion and a renewed […]
FIFA Introduces New Rules to Boost Number of Female Coaches
FIFA has introduced new regulations requiring teams in women’s competitions to include more female coaches, in a move aimed at improving gender representation in football. Under the new rules, each team must appoint at least one female head coach or assistant coach. In addition, teams are required to have a minimum of two female staff […]
US, Israel ‘Strike Iranian Cargo Vessels’ in Gulf Ports, Reports Say
The United States and Israel have carried out air strikes on Iranian cargo vessels in port towns along the Gulf, according to Iranian media reports. A local official in Hormozgan Province said at least 16 cargo ships were destroyed in the attacks on Friday. The vessels were said to belong to residents of the coastal […]
Maiduguri Bombings: Governors Call for Arrest of Attackers
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has condemned the recent bombings in Maiduguri, calling on security agencies to urgently track down and prosecute those responsible. In a statement issued on Thursday, the forum’s chairman, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, said the attacks, which left several people dead and others injured, were deeply troubling and demanded a stronger security response. […]
Nigeria, UK Sign £746m Deal to Upgrade Lagos Ports
Nigeria and the United Kingdom have agreed a £746 million financing deal to modernise two major ports in Lagos, in a move aimed at boosting trade and easing congestion. According to a report by the BBC, Truthlive News learnt that the agreement was reached during talks in London between Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, and UK […]
Gov Soludo Dissolves First Term Cabinet
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has dissolved his first term cabinet, asking all political appointees to hand over to the most senior civil servants in their various ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs). Truth Live News Media reports that Soludo took the oath of office for his second term on Tuesday, 17, […]
NFF Heads to Appeal as FIFA Dismisses DR Congo Eligibility Protest
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has vowed to challenge FIFA’s decision rejecting its protest over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo in their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying encounter. The controversy stems from Nigeria’s dramatic elimination in November, when DR Congo triumphed via penalties in the second round of African qualifiers, securing […]