The World Bank has commended the government of Nigeria for its recent economic reforms. Noting that the measures have helped stabilise the nation’s economy and lay the foundation for long-term growth. According to the global financial institution, the reforms are positioning Nigeria on a new economic trajectory. Which could lead to increased job creation, improved…
A Chief Magistrate Court in Bwari granted the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission an order to detain former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai for another 14 days. The court issued the fresh remand warrant on Thursday. As reported by ALO360, this extension gives investigators more time to conclude their work on allegations…
A Norwegian court sentenced Nigeria Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga to six months in prison. The Nordmore and Romsdal District Court convicted the player after the trial concluded on March 10. Court Orders Payment of Costs The court also required Daniel Daga to pay 10,000 Norwegian kroner in legal costs. Officials set the amount at…
Global music icon Beyoncé has officially made her debut on the Forbes Billionaire List of the world’s richest women. Also with an estimated net worth of $1 billion. The milestone places Beyoncé among an elite group of female billionaires and highlights her transformation from a chart-topping artist into a powerful business mogul. From Music Superstar…
Galatasaray stunned Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16 first leg. The Turkish side won 1-0 at RAMS Park in Istanbul on March 10. Victor Osimhen played a key role and later issued a bold warning. Lemina Scores Early Winner Mario Lemina headed Galatasaray into the lead in the eighth minute. Victor Osimhen won…
Ghana Immigration Service targeted suspected fraud network at Devtraco Estate in Accra and rescued 73 victims of torture during intelligence-led raid. Immigration Officers Carry Out Major Raid Ghana Immigration Service officers conducted an intelligence-led raid at the Devtraco Estate in Accra on March 9. The officers targeted six houses during the operation. They arrested 93…
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka officially committed his international future to Austria. FIFA ratified the switch on March 10. The decision ended any possibility of senior call-ups from Nigeria or England. FIFA Updates Eligibility Status FIFA approved the change of association. The world governing body updated Chukwuemeka’s status after he submitted the formal request. Officials…
The Department of State Services detained social media influencer Sani Waspapping in Kaduna on Friday evening. Officers carried out the operation and took the man popularly known as Sarki into custody. Reports added that agents briefly detained one associate but released the person later. Arrest Linked to War Comments Multiple reports connected the detention to…
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, chief of army staff, met with Lieutenant General Lawrence Mbatha, chief of the South African Army, in Abuja. The leaders held talks on March 10. Nigerian Army Plans Aviation Expansion The Nigerian Army announced plans to expand its aviation wing. The move strengthened its operational capabilities. Additionally, the Nigerian Army sought…
A drone attack sparked a fire at the Ruwais Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi on March 10. The strike forced the shutdown of the world’s fourth-largest single-site refinery. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company operators acted swiftly to protect the facility and its workers. Authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed the incident immediately. The government media office…
