_World press conference hits Friday_ Countdown is on! Just 48 hours to go , the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City Int’l Half Marathon kicks off. Big guns like Sunday Dare and Nyesom Wike are confirmed to attend, alongside other top brass . The world press conference goes live on Friday, so stay locked. A world press conference has been scheduled for Friday, December 5, at the Nicon Hilton Hotel, Abuja, starting at 10:00 a.m. Organisers say the briefing will set the tone for Saturday’s race, offering final updates on logistics, elite athletes, route management, and other preparations. Among the prominent figures…
Author: ROSEMARY UGIOMOH
By Rosemary Ugiomoh Ezinne Kalu, the Nigerian basketball sensation, has just joined Wuhan Shengfan, a top team in China’s Women’s Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA), for the 2025/26 season. This move marks a new chapter in Kalu’s illustrious career, as she seeks to balance club duties with Nigeria’s international aspirations. A four-time AfroBasket champion, Kalu brings a wealth of experience and leadership to Wuhan Shengfan. Her impressive stats with Zhejiang, where she averaged 21.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.5 steals per game, made her a sought-after player. Kalu’s international career has been nothing short of spectacular moves. She’s a…
Edo State emerged victorious, securing the hosting rights to the 2nd Niger Delta Games, with Governor Monday Okpebholo at the helm.The event, scheduled to take place in February 2026, promises to be a spectacular celebration of sports, culture, and regional unity, bringing together athletes from across the nine Niger Delta states. The announcement was made at a grand ceremony attended by dignitaries, including Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC); Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, his deputy, , Rt. Hon Dennis Idahosa; Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Enabulele; and MD/CEO of Dunamis…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh Joy Edelduok, the outgoing Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs at Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT), is reflecting on an incredible tenure marked by reforms, growth, and collaboration . At her send-forth ceremony, she credited KLT’s progress to teamwork and compliance from port users. Edelduok highlighted key wins, including the 48-hour clearance process, which boosted investor confidence and operational efficiency. Revenue performance jumped 24% compared to last year – a testament to the team’s hard work! She praised officers, agencies, and stakeholders for their support, assuring them her open-door policy stays intact .. The ceremony was filled with glowing tributes,…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh The world of athletics witnessed greatness as Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Mondo Duplantis were crowned the 2025 World Athletics Athletes of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding achievements of these two remarkable athletes who dominated their respective events. Mondo Duplantis, the Swedish pole vault sensation, broke the men’s pole vault world record four times and remained undefeated in all 16 competitions, including sweeping both the indoor and outdoor world titles. His incredible performance earned him the men’s field athlete of the year award.Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the American sprinting star, made history by becoming the first athlete to…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh The Chelsea vs Arsenal match was a thrilling London derby that ended in a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea took the lead in the 48th minute when Trevoh Chalobah headed in Reece James’ corner kick. However, Arsenal equalized in the 59th minute through Mikel Merino’s header from a Bukayo Saka cross. The match was marked by a red card for Chelsea’s Moises Caicedo in the 38th minute for a reckless tackle on Merino, leaving Chelsea with 10 men for the rest of the game. Despite a ma being down, Chelsea held their ground, and the game…
The Maritme Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), under its President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, congratulates the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, H.E Adegboyega Oyetola for Nigeria’s successful election into the International Maritime Organization (IMO) category ‘C’ council seat; describing it as a landmark achievement for Nigeria and its maritme sector. The PG of MWUN says the Minister has indeed made the country proud by winning Nigeria into one of the seats of the IMO, projecting the country amongst comity of maritme nations across the globe. Comrade Bunu, applauded H.E Oyetola’s giant feat, saying that the huge success couldn’t have…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh The Tinubu-Ambode Support Group is going all out to encourage Lagos residents to get their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the upcoming 2027 general elections. As part of their statewide mobilisation campaign, they’re organising sensitisation programs and APC e-registration drives, focusing on areas like Somolu-Bariga Federal Constituency . Their national director general, Seyi Bamigbade, emphasised the importance of civic responsibility, urging residents to take advantage of initiatives like Tinubu-Ambo Street Captains to complete their APC e-registration and secure their PVCs. This effort aims to boost civic participation and strengthen democratic structures in Lagos and Nigeria.…
By Rosemary Ugiomoh Lagos State has taken a significant step towards tackling malnutrition with the launch of fortified Eko Rice, a locally produced rice variety enriched with essential micronutrients. This initiative is part of the state’s efforts to address food insecurity and promote healthy eating habits among its residents. The Eko Rice project is a joint venture between the Lagos State Government and private sector partners, aiming to increase access to nutritious food while supporting local farmers. The rice is produced at the Imota Rice Mill, which has a capacity of 32 metric tonnes per hour. Eko Rice is laboratory-tested…
The African Senior Squash Championship, held in Kampala, Uganda, may have come to a close, but its impact continues to resonate deeply within the squash community, particularly among stakeholders who witnessed Nigeria’s stunning performance. The Nigeria Squash Federation (NSF) President, Wilson Egberipou, congratulated Delight Allison on her remarkable non-PSA Ladies singles title victory at the African Senior Championship in Uganda, praising her achievement as a testament to Nigeria’s growing prowess in continental squash. The highlight of the tournament was undoubtedly Delight Allison’s remarkable non-PSA Ladies singles title victory, a testament to her unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion for the sport.…