By Inusa Ndahi, Maiduguri BORNO State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum expressed grief over the death of the ex-President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ali Chiroma. Comrade Ali Chiroma died on Tuesday night at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital after a brief illness at the age of 91. …
Read More »
WINDSTORM has claimed one life, injured several others and destroyed over 100 houses in Agbashi community in Doma Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa State. Confirming the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, the Vice-Chairman of Doma council area, John Bako-Ari, said that the tragedy occurred …
Read More »
Former Spanish Football President, Luis Rubiales Detained In Corruption Probe FORMER Spanish Football federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales was detained for a few hours on Wednesday in connection with a corruption probe relating to contracts during his term. Rubiales was met by police at Madrid airport upon his return from …
Read More »
Katsina State Government said on Wednesday that it has not borrowed any loan since its inception on May 29. The government is responding to a claim by the Debt Management Office (DMO) which indicated that the state, together with some other states of the federation, collected fresh loans. In a …
Read More »
WOMEN are carving out larger spaces for themselves on Forbes‘ World Billionaires list, showcasing an upward trajectory in their financial influence and success. In 2024, the list features 369 women among 2,781 billionaires, representing 13.3% of the total, up from 12.8% in 2023. These women collectively hold a net worth …
Read More »
A worship leader identified as Funanani Mbedzi was killed by her husband during the Easter celebration in South Africa. Newsextra24 understands that Mbedezi’ husband carried out the dire act inside a church. According to South African police, the murder suspect entered the church in Makonde Shadani village, outside Thohoyandou, around 6 …
Read More »
Calling all thrill-seekers! Africa beckons with its sun-drenched landscapes, captivating wildlife, and ancient traditions that hum with energy. But let’s be honest, planning a trip that ventures beyond the tourist trail and truly immerses you in the heart of a culture can feel like navigating a labyrinth. Where do you …
Read More »
THE collective wealth of the world’s ten richest individuals has reached an astounding $1.59 trillion as of April 1, marking an increase of $28 billion from the previous month, according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires. This financial upswing reflects the dynamic shifts in the global wealth landscape, with notable changes among …
Read More »
A popular Nigerian filmmaker and former Vice President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Frank Igho Okpokoro Vaughan, has reportedly died. Newsextra24 reports that Vaughan, who hails from Delta State, reportedly died in Warri on Tuesday after a protracted battle with illness. The sad news was confirmed to journalists by his …
Read More »
Barring any change, the Abuja Federal High Court has scheduled the arraignment of two Binance executives, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla for Thursday. Gambaryan and Anjarwalla will be charged before Justice Emeka Nwite on two separate charges. The one filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, which bothers …
Read More »
