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Troost-Ekong gets national honour ~ MFR, certificate issued File copy: Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong Recent retired Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has been honoured with the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic certificate from President Bola Tinubu, after Monday’s conferment. Troost-Ekong made public the receipt of the official certificate on X on Tuesday, describing it as a proud moment for him and his family. “I am honoured and grateful to His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (@officialABAT), for conferring on me the MFR national honour. “I have been…

FG, World Bank to use $500m programme for basic education, healthcare delivery File photo: World Bank … bridging gaps between healthcare and education. The Federal Government, in partnership with the World Bank, has begun the implementation of a $500 million Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity–Governance (HOPE-GOV) Programme, aimed at strengthening financial and human resource management in basic education and primary healthcare across the country. The National Coordinator of the HOPE-Governance Programme, Assad Hassan, confirmed the commencement on Tuesday in Abuja while briefing the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Deborah Odoh, where the…

Christmas: NRC slashes 50% off Nigerian train services nationwide NRC Train  … offer runs from December 23rd to January 4, 2026. The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, on Tuesday started its 50 per cent discounted Yuletide train services nationwide, recording a strong passenger turnout as Nigerians moved early to take advantage of reduced fares for the Christmas and New Year celebrations. Across major rail corridors, including the Lagos–Ibadan and Abuja–Kaduna standard gauge lines, as well as key narrow gauge routes, stations witnessed brisk activity with several departures operating near full capacity. Officials said advance bookings and early-morning traffic reflected widespread public…

LAWMA Recognises Best Performing Staff …as corp member gets automatic employment The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has honoured outstanding members of its workforce, at a productivity award ceremony, held at its headquarters, Ijora-Olopa. The event saw a corp member getting automatic employment, while some temporary staff got full employment. The event, which brought together members of the management and staff from various departments, and operational districts, was meant to recognise and appreciate staff diligence, hard-work, professionalism and exceptional commitment to service delivery. In his address, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, commended the awardees across…

New NCC Board Reassures Of Commitment To Driving Nigeria’s Digital Economy To further strengthen Nigeria’s telecommunications sector, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has presented a newly constituted Board. The new Board recently held its induction retreat in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, targeted at aligning governance priorities with the Commission’s strategic mandate while enhancing members’ understanding of their regulatory responsibilities. The retreat, chaired by NCC Board member, Chief Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe, provided a forum for robust engagement between the Board and the Commission’s Management. It also served as an opportunity for the NCC to reaffirm its critical role as a catalyst…

Owen Odigie Champions Global Black Stories With Osa’s Vantage Series Nigerian-American writer, producer and entrepreneur Owen Odigie Nigerian-American writer, producer and entrepreneur Owen Odigie is carving out a bold new space in global entertainment, with storytelling rooted in the experiences of the Black diaspora. Odigie is the founder and CEO of Opulence Entertainment, a media company positioned at the crossroads of creativity, capital and culture. His work is driven by a mission to tell nuanced, aspirational stories that reflect the realities of Black professionals navigating power, ambition and identity on a global stage. His latest project, Osa’s Vantage (working title),…

AFCON: Nigeria defeated Tanzania 2-1 AFP via Getty Images * This victory gives Nigeria a perfect start to their Group C campaign. Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON campaign with a slim 2-1 victory over Tanzania at the Stade de Fez, thanks to goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman. The Super Eagles started strongly, with Victor Osimhen and Lookman causing early problems for the Tanzanian defence. Nigeria’s first real chance came in the 11th minute when Chukwueze’s corner found Akor Adams, whose shot was saved by the Tanzanian goalkeeper. Tanzania responded with long-range efforts, but…

NNPC Ltd Reassures Of Commitment To Peace, Responsible Energy Development In Ogoniland Fubara was grateful for President Tinubu’s commitment to finding lasting solutions to recurring issue in Ogoniland. The Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari has reaffirmed the Company’s commitment to peace, dialogue, and responsible energy development in Ogoniland, describing the Federal Government’s renewed engagement as a demonstration of hope and a new beginning built on partnership and understanding. Ojulari disclosed this while speaking during a Federal Governmentd elegation’s visit to Ogoniland, in Rivers State, on Monday. “This visit is…

Yuletide: LAWMA Affirms Seamless Waste Management To Lagosians LAWMA deploys waste evacuation trucks and supervisory teams to strategic places. The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reassured of its readiness to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment across the state during the Christmas and New Year festivities. In a statement, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the Authority had activated a comprehensive waste management plan to address the anticipated increase in waste generation across residential, commercial, and public areas, during the period. According to him, LAWMA has deployed waste evacuation trucks, personnel, and…

Report MRS Stations Selling PMS Above ₦739 Nationwide, See Hotline ~ Dangote Dangote Petroleum Refinery has unveiled a dedicated hotline for Nigerians to report any MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations selling Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) above the approved pump price of ₦739 per litre. This initiative underscores the refinery’s commitment to ensuring transparency, affordability, and consumer protection in the downstream petroleum market. The hotline number 0800 123 5264 is now active nationwide, enabling consumers to promptly report violations and help maintain fair pricing across over 2,000 MRS stations. This measure follows the refinery’s recent commencement of nationwide PMS sales…