Ese Brume has won Nigeria's first medal at the ongoing Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She won a bronze medal in women’s long jump. Germany’s Malaika Mihambo soared to gold in the women’s long jump, snatching victory from former champion Brittney Reese with her last leap of the competition. Ese Brume took the bronze medal with a… Continue reading Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Nigeria’s Ese Brume Wins Country’s First Medal_Ada Nkong
Afghanistan: Street Fighting Rages as Taliban Attack Key City_Ada Nkong
Ferocious fighting is taking place in a major Afghan city, amid fears it could be the first provincial capital to fall to the Taliban. Lashkar Gah in southern Helmand province is under heavy assault from the militants, despite persistent US and Afghan air strikes. The Taliban are said to have seized a TV station. Thousands… Continue reading Afghanistan: Street Fighting Rages as Taliban Attack Key City_Ada Nkong
DCP Tunji Disu Replaces Abba Kyari as Head Police Intelligence Response Team-Ada Nkong
The Inspector General of Police ,IGP Usman Baba Alkali has approved the appointment of DCP Tunji Disu as Head ,police intelligence response team. A statement by CP Frank Mba says the appointment is as a result of management's decision to fill the gap in leadership within the unit and refocus for better delivery. According to… Continue reading DCP Tunji Disu Replaces Abba Kyari as Head Police Intelligence Response Team-Ada Nkong
FG Restates Commitment to Welfare of Older Persons- Ada Nkong
The FG has restated its commitment to improving the welfare of older persons through implementation of the national senior citizens act and national policy on aging by the national senior citizens center. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Sadiya Umar Farouq made this known during the maiden dialogue with National Senior… Continue reading FG Restates Commitment to Welfare of Older Persons- Ada Nkong
Medical Dental Council of Nigeria Disciplinary Tribunal Begins Hearing of 34 Cases_Ada Nkong
The Medical and Dental council of Nigeria disciplinary tribunal, Monday resumed hearing of cases filed against its members.The tribunal under the chairmanship of Prof Abba Waziri heard cases ranging from negligence of duty to lack of professional conduct The tribunal resumed hearing on Monday on 34 cases including an application for reinstatement into the medical… Continue reading Medical Dental Council of Nigeria Disciplinary Tribunal Begins Hearing of 34 Cases_Ada Nkong
Belarusian Olympian Refuses Forced Flight Home, Safe in Tokyo Hotel_Ada Nkong
A Belarusian Olympian who refused her team's order to fly home early is safe after seeking protection from Japanese police, Games officials have said. Sprinter Krystsina Tsimanouskaya, 24, spent the night in a hotel at Tokyo's Haneda airport. She says she was forcibly taken to the airport on Sunday for criticising coaches. Belarus says she… Continue reading Belarusian Olympian Refuses Forced Flight Home, Safe in Tokyo Hotel_Ada Nkong
Lumbar Spondylosis: How Tommy Got His Groove Back_Ada Nkong
For someone used to physical activity like Playing football, it was a real shock when simple stuff like getting out of bed not only required an effort but was painful. "It started in 2017, I slipped and fell down. Since then, I had been finding it difficult to get out of bed." " I play… Continue reading Lumbar Spondylosis: How Tommy Got His Groove Back_Ada Nkong
Saraki Arrested by EFCC Over Fresh Charges_Ada Nkong
Former senate president Bukola Saraki has been taken, into custody by the economic and financial crimes commission over allegations of theft and money laundering,according to reports. Saraki who is former Kwara State governor, may be in for another round of trouble as he detained on Saturday. Between 2015 and 2019, Mr Saraki spent a considerable… Continue reading Saraki Arrested by EFCC Over Fresh Charges_Ada Nkong
Veteran Nollywood Actress Rachel Onigah Dies at 64_Ada Nkong
Reports reaching us say veteran Nigeria actress, Rachel Onigah is dead. She died early this morning at the age of 64. The cause of her death was unknown at the time of this report. She hails from Eku in Delta state but was born in Ebute Meta Lagos state on the 23 May 1957. She… Continue reading Veteran Nollywood Actress Rachel Onigah Dies at 64_Ada Nkong
