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Manchester City created English football history on Sunday, overcoming West Ham 3-1 to win their fourth straight Premier League title and break Arsenal's hearts as Jurgen Klopp made an emotional Liverpool exit.
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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of The Infrastructure Corporation of Nigeria (InfraCorp) headed by Dr Lazarus Angbazo, as the Lead Arranger and Developer of Evergreen City, Nigeria’s green industrial zone. President Tinubu, on Sunday, explained that the development is in line with his commitment to ensure industrial development that meets the demands of…
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Two people were beheaded, seven others including women were kidnapped, and five houses were razed in an attack by suspected warlords early this morning at Ikachi village in the Akparata area of Effium, Ohaukwu Local Government Area, Ebonyi State. President General of the Effium community, Dr. James Agena, in a statement released in Abakaliki, the…
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared a couple, Kazeem Owolade (alias Abdul Balogun) and Rashidat Owolade, wanted for running a cocaine cartel from India. Four members of their syndicate were arrested in Lagos, leading to the seizure of a car, houses, and cocaine. According to a statement, on Saturday, by NDLEA’s Director,…
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A spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has said he has never accepted a bribe. The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) disclosed this while responding to a post on his X handle on Sunday. He said that accepting a bribe is taboo for him, especially as a royal prince. Adejobi said…
News
18 mins ago
Key quotes after the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday, when Manchester City wrapped up a fourth straight title with a 3-1 win over West Ham: "It is so hard to put into words what we've done today. No team has ever done it (won four in a row), we have put…
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Hungarian police on Sunday said that two people have died and five others were missing after a cruise ship and a motorboat collided on the Danube in the country's north. Rescue teams reinforced by 25 boats, a helicopter and several drones were continuing their search for survivors late on Sunday. On Saturday night, a man…
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The Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) have condemned the alleged murder of a compatriot, Mr Ebuka Nwoko, by South African police officials. The President-General of NICASA, Dr Frank Onyekwelu, condemned the alleged murder of the Nigerian in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
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Paramount ruler, HRM Ogwong Okon A. Abang, of Mbo Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom state was abducted from his palace in Ebughu on Saturday night. The monarch was reportedly taken from his palace in Ebughu around 9 pm on Saturday. This incident follows the kidnapping of Dr John Robbin Esu, a doctor in the…
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The Police Command in Imo has confirmed the death of six people in a road accident on Saturday evening in Imo. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, who confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday,said the crash occurred in Owerri. Okoye said that a citizen reported to the police…
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The German Ambassador to Nigeria, Mrs. Annett Gunther, says trade relations between Federal Republic of Nigeria and Federal Republic Germany currently stands at about three billion euros. Gunther, who made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja, said that the trade relations between both countries had…
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As the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meets on Monday, a financial expert, Prof. Uche Uwaleke, says the committee will likely increase the baseline lending rate by another 100 basis points. Uwaleke, a Professor of Capital Market and the President of Capital Market Academics of Nigeria, said this in an interview with the News Agency of…
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Over 100 people have fled the Kopa community in Lavun local council of Niger State as a result of a communal crisis that continued unabated over the appointment of the village head. The Guardian gathered that the tussle over the appointment of the village head has recently resulted in intimidation and subsequent attacks by some…
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The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWSN), a faith-based, non-governmental and non-political organisation, has called on the Federal Government to urgently address the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria. The President of MUSWEN, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo made the call during a Public Health lecture series organised by MUSWEN Health Committee on Sunday in Ibadan.…
Guardian TV
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A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and some other senior officials had a “hard landing” in northwestern East Azerbaijan province on Sunday, according to Iran’s state TV.
14 hours ago
Following the approval of the hike in electricity tariff by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, customers in the band, a category who receive 20 hours and above supply of electricity, will now have to pay 225 Naira per kilowatt hour against the 66 Naira payable before the hike.
This directive, which came in the middle of fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange crisis, and high inflation rates, has been heavily criticized by the citizens.
1 day ago
The naira recorded its first appreciation against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market after weeks of depreciation. Analysts say the decline is due to decline in dollar liquidity in the official market. Dipo Ajayi, the Head, Fixed Income and FX at Chapel Hill Denham Securities, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.
2 days ago
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Sport
33 mins ago
Alexander Zverev won his second Rome Open title after beating Nicolas Jarry in straight sets 6-4, 7-5 in Sunday's final. World number five Zverev, also Foro Italico champion in 2017, comfortably won his sixth Masters 1000 title in the last major tournament before the French Open, which gets underway next weekend. The 27-year-old succeeded in…
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Sassuolo's 11-year stay in Serie A came to an end in dramatic fashion on Sunday after they lost 2-0 to Cagliari and Udinese snatched a 1-1 draw with Empoli in the 14th minute of stoppage time. Matteo Prati and Gianluca Lapadula ensured Cagliari of a place in Italy's top flight with goals in the 71st…
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Tyson Fury was undecided about a rematch with Oleksandr Usyk after losing his unbeaten record in one of the biggest fights in boxing history
13 hours ago
Newly appointed Super Eagles coach, George Finidi, may have got off on a controversial note following his choice of Abuja for the team to train ahead of an epic 2026 World Cup qualifier against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa.
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Former Premier League forward Clinton Morrison feels Arsenal may have to wait for Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola to leave before they can win the title.
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Uncertainty hung over the fate of Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi after state media said his helicopter had an accident on Sunday in poor weather in a western province. Iran launched a large-scale search and rescue operation in the fog-shrouded mountain area of East Azerbaijan province. Supreme leader Ali Khamenei said "the Iranian people should not…
14 mins ago
Arsenal's dreams of a first Premier League crown in 20 years were dashed as their 2-1 win against Everton was rendered irrelevant by Manchester City's title-clinching victory over West Ham. Mikel Arteta's side had gone into the last day of the season needing to beat Everton at the Emirates Stadium and hope City drew or…
18 mins ago
Key quotes after the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday, when Manchester City wrapped up a fourth straight title with a 3-1 win over West Ham: "It is so hard to put into words what we've done today. No team has ever done it (won four in a row), we have put…
23 mins ago
Hungarian police on Sunday said that two people have died and five others were missing after a cruise ship and a motorboat collided on the Danube in the country's north. Rescue teams reinforced by 25 boats, a helicopter and several drones were continuing their search for survivors late on Sunday. On Saturday night, a man…
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Editorial
14 hours ago
Unless African leaders exhibit determination and take a pragmatic approach to liberatingthe continent from the over-reliance on other continents for realisation of her development aspirations, Africa may remain underdeveloped for longer than may be imagined.
Features
13 hours ago
The Nigerian agricultural landscape has witnessed significant challenges over the years, leading to a sharp decline in its productivity and contribution to the country’s economy.
Stories of The Week
8 May
In many cultures, geckos have been traditionally viewed as harmless creatures, often revered and protected from harm. The Igbos call it agu uno, in Hausas tsaka, and Yorùbás ọmọ onílé. However, recent accounts shared online have painted a different picture, casting these once-friendly house guests in a negative light. Wall geckos may seem harmless, but…
13 May
The United Alliance African Grant (UAAG), a vital component of the United African States (UAS) Human and Infrastructural Development Project, was birthed on March 9, 2023 through an official broadcast by the Grant’s Country-Director (CD), Dr. Ken Nwakanma...
13 May
As Lagos-Calabar coastal road continues to be dogged by controversy, the promoter of the Eko Atlantic City, South Energyx Nigeria Limited has revealed that the reroute of the project cost them N87 billion losses.
13 May
Lead British International School student, Namtira Bwala, has instituted a civil suit against the school following the viral video released on the internet a few weeks ago where she was seen being bullied by her fellow students. The lawsuit was filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja by Deji Adeyanju…
Business
14 hours ago
The Federal Government has called for greater investments in cutting-edge gas processing facilities in the country.
14 hours ago
The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has affirmed that the nation’s Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) will enhance the success of the 2024 oil bidding round.
14 hours ago
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has pledged to combat the menace of vandalism and equipment theft, vowing offenders will face the full wrath of the law.
Columnists
14 hours ago
Security is equally a challenge that shakes the entire financial system to its foundation. Robbery, kidnapping, vandalism and other terrorism-related vices make their inroads into the system daily and further challenge the development of the financial system.
14 hours ago
For the past 17 years, the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two, popularly referred to as MMA2, an iconic, innovative edifice and one of the successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects in Nigeria, has been standing like the Rock of Gibraltar in the turbulent aviation industry.
2 days ago
To concretise the initiative, N100 billion has been earmarked for the take off of the first phase. According to available reports, the phase one of the scheme would kick off with the civil service. Thereafter, its cascading effect shall be felt by other segments of the Nigerian public.
Guardian Life
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Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has broken his silence on a 2016 video that surfaced recently. The video was showing him physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie. In an Instagram video, Diddy expressed remorse for his actions. He said, “I take full responsibility for my actions in that video.” He described the incident as one of…
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Two renowned American breakdance experts Macca Malik and Jacob “Kujo” Lyons visited Nigeria from May 11 to 18, as part of the U.S. Department of State’s Sports Envoy Program.
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A bell marks the beginning of the Nakasendo Trail, a 540-kilometre route through the central mountains between Kyoto and Tokyo. But it’s not a ceremonial bell. It is there for one purpose: to scare away bears. And so, with a pleasingly loud clang and a photo of a sign that we presume reads “Beware of…
3 hours ago
A bright, healthy smile can be a game-changer. It not only boosts your confidence but also leaves a lasting impression on others. However, maintaining that pearly white smile can be a challenge without resorting to harsh chemicals or expensive treatments. Essentially, natural teeth whitening methods will not work as quickly or effectively as professional whitening…
Technology
2 days ago
Born in 1986 in Obudu, Cross River State, Ugi Augustine Ugi’s life was marked by the challenges of being diagnosed with sickle cell disease. Spending a significant portion of his childhood in and out of hospitals, he became acutely aware of the stark contrast between his fragile health and that of his siblings and schoolmates.…
4 days ago
Huawei has expressed satisfaction with the Nigerian government’s digital transformation agenda, even as the company has canvassed support for cloudification and decarbonisation among its partners and customers across the country.
4 days ago
Luxembourg-based satellite operator, SES has agreed to purchase rival Intelsat for €2.8 billion, after previous merger talks between the two firms fell through last year.
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Nigerian start-ups are leading an epic AI innovation race with innovative digital solutions solving cross-continental challenges, as the very best from Africa’s largest economy take centre stage at the rising Silicon Valley’s largest tech and start-up event in Marrakech, Morocco, later this month.
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Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year, the programme introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are the backbone of Africa’s economy, yet many face challenges accessing…
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SHELT System Integration (SHELT SI) has announced the achievement of Cisco Select Partner certification in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering top-tier networking and security solutions to businesses across the region.