Carlos Alcaraz’s hopes of regaining his Wimbledon title have been dashed with the two-time champion announcing Tuesday he is withdrawing as he recovers from a wrist injury. “My recovery is going well, and I’m feeling much better, but unfortunately, I’m still not ready to play. I am obliged to withdraw …

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the promotion of civil servants across all levels in the state civil service. The approval was contained in a circular issued by the Rivers State Civil Service Commission and signed by its Permanent Secretary, James Enebeli. Newsextra24 reports that the circular, titled “Call for Recommendation for Promotion,” directed …

The immediate past Governor of Kogi State,Yahaya Bello, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary for Kogi Central ahead of the 2027 general elections. Newsextra24 reports that the primary, which was held on Monday, had two other aspirants in the race for the party’s ticket. Those who contested …

Afrobeat singer and grandson of the legendary Fela Kuti, Made Kuti, has opened up about why he did not kneel to propose to his wife. Speaking on the Timeless Podcast on Nix Network YouTube channel, the 30-year-old shares his views on proposals and marriages. Made explained that his marriage is …

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has granted bail to activist and social media commentator, Justice Chidiebere, popularly known as Justice Crack, in the sum of ₦5 million. Delivering a ruling on the bail application on Monday, May 18, Justice Abdulmalik ordered the defendant to provide one …

Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos West Senatorial District on Monday endorsed Sen. Idiat Adebule as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election. Truthng reports that the endorsement took place during the APC Lagos West Senatorial District primary election held simultaneously in the district’s 10 …

LOTUS Bank, a non-interest bank and financial advisory services provider, is collaborating with the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicle (Pi-CNG and EV) to accelerate adoption of cleaner and more affordable mobility alternatives. A statement by the bank’s Managing Director, Dr Isiaka Ajani-Lawal, in Abuja on Monday, …

A seven-year-old girl was allegedly raped by an unidentified man in Bunza, Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi. Newsextra24 gathered that the suspect dragged the victim to an uncompleted building, assaulted her, and fled the scene. An eye witness, who pleaded anonymity said the victim was later found unconscious by …

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has showcased Nigeria’s ongoing education sector reforms at the Education World Forum in London, United Kingdom, highlighting progress made under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The minister spoke on Monday during a special roundtable session attended by education ministers and global stakeholders, …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirants for the Imo North senatorial seat, including Mrs Gloria Akobundu, Chief Ike Odoeme and Chief Longers Anyanwu, have announced their withdrawal from the race, billed for Monday (today). In a statement jointly signed and issued in Owerri and made available to newsmen on Monday, …