Ondo celebrates heroes
The Ondo State government yesterday honoured some of its late sons and daughters who had made their marks in their callings and contributed to the development of the state and Nigeria in general.
Ekiti partners Suzuki on road transportation
In order to stem the tide of inter and intra-union’s squabbles in Ekiti State, the state government has presented 140 vehicles to members of transport unions in the state.
Mercy Johnson goes bald for her latest movie
Nollywood star actress, Mercy Johnson, who is currently in Enugu shooting a movie in which she plays a widow, had to cut her whole hair for the movie.
Budget office stresses continuity in projects
The Budget Office of the Federation has stressed the need for Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) to continue ongoing projects rather than initiate new ones at the expense of the former. Bright Okogu, the Director-General of the Budget Office, said in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday that the principle formed the thrust…
Uganda Central Bank intervention supports shilling
The Bank of Uganda said on Monday it was intervening in the foreign exchange market by selling hard currency, helping to push the shilling up to levels last seen nearly three weeks ago. The Ugandan shilling slid to 2,327/,331 per dollar on Monday before the central bank stopped selling an unspecified amount of hard currency. The rate reversed and the…
Guinea seeks to double share in mining projects
Guinea plans to boost its stake in mining projects to at least a third, its newly elected president said, a move that could rattle some of the world’s biggest mining companies. Rio Tinto and RUSAL have multi-billion dollar bauxite operations in the West African state, while Vale, Chinalco and others have planned major investments in iron ore. “There will be…
Drogba nets screamer in Blues win
24 January 2011 Didier Drogba, Florent Malouda, Nicolas Anelka and Ramires were all on target as Chelsea ended their miserable run of away form with a 4-0 victory at Bolton here on Monday to keep alive their dim hopes of the Premier League title. Carlo Ancelotti's side had fallen away from contention for the title with a record of one…
Morocco, South Africa in another bid contest
25 January 2011 South Africa and Morocco went head to head seven years ago for the right to stage the first World Cup in Africa and the former emerged 14-10 winners after a FIFA executive vote. After winning worldwide praise for their hosting of the 2010 World Cup won by Spain, South Africa have adjusted their sights toward the African…
Shittu retains Oyo CPC guber ticket
The national leadership of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) was in Ibadan, the state capital, on Monday, to formally endorse the candidacy of Adebayo Shittu as the flag bearer of the party for the 2011 governorship election in the state. The visit was predicated upon the crisis that rocked the party after two candidates emerged at two separate congresses…
Akwa Ibom gubernatorial contestant wants court to stop Akpabio
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Mild drama as impeached Ondo Speaker, deputy resume
A mild drama ensued yesterday at the Ondo State House of Assembly as the impeached speaker and his deputy, Taofik Abdulsalam and Mayowa Akinfolarin, met an empty parliamentary session when they resumed. The duo were sacked on April 8, 2010 and subsequently suspended for keeping assembly properties in their custody. The two lawmakers did not receive salary and emoluments throughout…
Kenyan shilling strengthens against weak dollar
The Kenyan shilling rose slightly against a broadly weaker dollar on Monday, with traders forecasting that the local currency will come under pressure due to end-month corporate demand for dollars. At 08:11 GMT, leading commercial banks quoted the shilling at 80.90/81/10 compared with Friday’s close of 81.00/10. Traders said they expect particularly strong demand for dollars from the energy sector.…
Oil and gas sector recovers, to boost growth
Nigeria’s export earnings is expected to maintain strong growth in 2011 as a result of an increase in the oil price, higher oil export volumes and the general recovery of the oil and gas sector. Experts reveal that the recovery of the sector which accounts for about 20 per cent of its Gross Domestic Product GDP, has in turn, boosted…
Hitmen light up Europe
24 January 2011 Manchester United's Dimitar Berbatov led a European parade of hat-trick hitmen that included Arsenal's Robin van Persie, Mario Gomez of Bayern Munich and Sevilla's Luis Fabiano. Bulgarian star Berbatov bagged his third hat-trick of the season in the 5-0 Old Trafford demolition of Birmingham to take his tally to 18 goals and keep United clear at the…
Wolves pile on the pressure
24 January 2011 Warri Wolves moved into third place in the Nigeria Premier League with a 3-1 home win over struggling Plateau United. Kaduna United added champions Enyimba to their list of top-profile casualties with an odd goal victory at home, Bukola recorded a remarkable away victory at Crown FC and Lobi Stars pipped Ocean Boys 1-0. Striker Ekigho Ehuosun…
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