Paragraph 1: The Accusation of Avoidance Anthony Joshua, the British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer, finds himself under scrutiny, accused of deliberately avoiding a professional rematch with Chinese boxer Zhilei Zhang. This accusation stems from their previous encounter…

Paragraph 1: Nigeria’s Commitment to Accurate Economic Data Nigeria has reaffirmed its dedication to producing dependable and precise economic data, aligning with the United Nations Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics. This commitment is evident in the ongoing rebasing of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Consumer Price Index (CPI), crucial…

On January 27, 2025, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai delivered his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) to the Liberian National Legislature. This constitutionally mandated address, however, was met with significant controversy and boycotts, setting the stage for a contentious political climate. The former ruling party, the Coalition for Democratic…

The 2025 budget of Ondo State, recently signed into law by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has become a source of intense political contention. Totalling N698.6 billion, the budget allocates N265.04 billion for recurrent expenditure and N433.62 billion for capital projects. While the Aiyedatiwa administration hails it as a “Budget of Recovery,”…

Paragraph 1: Chelle’s Primary Focus: Securing World Cup Qualification Newly appointed Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has emphasized that his primary objective is to secure Nigeria’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup. This declaration comes in the wake of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) draw, which placed Nigeria…