Russian PM: oil price ‘reasonable’ as global deal works – RIA
The global agreement on oil output cuts reached between OPEC and non-OPEC nations is working, keeping oil prices within “a reasonable range”, the RIA news agency cited Russian Prime Minister…
70-year-old man stoned to death in Kano
A Senior Magistrates’ Court sitting in Kano on Tuesday remanded five men in prison over alleged kidnap and stoning 70-year-old Usman Danbuba to death. The accused were Wada Mohammed, 30,…
Suswam, Tsav, Ayua mourn Malu
Former governor of Benue, Gabriel Suswam has described late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen.Victor Malu, as “a soldier per excellence and national icon.” The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports…
Ekweremadu canvasses one Nigeria
Dr Ike Ekweremadu, the Deputy President of the Senate, has said that Nigeria is better as a united country and does not require to be divided. Ekweremadu stated this while…
Nigeria promises to ‘prosecute, not to persecute’ Boko Haram suspects
Nigeria on Monday began its first major trials of Boko Haram suspects, with a promise to “prosecute and not to persecute” defendants at the closed-door hearings, the justice ministry said….
Japan launches fourth satellite for high-precision GPS
Japan on Tuesday launched a fourth satellite for a new high-precision global positioning system (GPS) it hopes will encourage new businesses and help spur economic growth. The fourth Michibiki satellite…
Nokia plans to cut up to 310 jobs, halt VR camera development
Nokia plans to reduce up to 310 jobs from its Nokia Technologies unit and halt development of its virtual reality camera “OZO” and hardware, the Finnish company said on Tuesday….
21,780 Kaduna teachers fail primary four exam
About 21,780 out of 33,000 teachers failed the primary four test administered to test their competence by the Kaduna State government. The state is therefore shopping for 25,000 new teachers…
Giroud scorpion kick shortlisted for FIFA goal award
Olivier Giroud’s scorpion kick strike for Arsenal against Crystal Palace last season was shortlisted for FIFA’s goal of the year award on Monday, alongside efforts from Venezuelan teenager Deyna Castellanos…
Liberia: Peace concert on eve of election
As Liberia go to polls second time since 1944 on Tuesday, a peace concert by Queen Juli Endee, a music artist, has been staged for a violence-free presidential and House…