The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on Tuesday that over 40 athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics have tested positive for COVID-19, shedding light on a recent increase in global cases. WHO said the virus behind the COVID-19 pandemic was still circulating and countries need to sharpen up their response systems. British swimmer Adam…
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for killing one hunger protester in Zaria, Kaduna State. Army Spokesman, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu said the soldier killed the protester while trying to disperse off a gathering in the area. Maj.-Gen. Nwachukwu said the soldier (name not disclosed) who fired the warning shot that resulted to the…
Many people believe first impressive last longer. Do you also share this thought? Regardless, first impressions are powerful. They can set the tone for any relationship, be it personal or professional. One of the most effective ways to ensure a positive first impression is through body language. Here are some essential body language tips for…
Security agencies have identified and blocked sources of external funding for the #EndBadGovernance protests in the country. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun stated this at a joint press briefing hosted by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja on Tuesday. He affirmed that the police are careful in…
Nigeria’s security agencies are investigating at least four politicians from the country’s northern part over the use of Russian flags by #EndBadGovernance protesters. Multiple sources told The PUNCH that the political bigwigs, who hail from Katsina, Kaduna and Kano states, were principal actors who instigated the use of Russian flags among demonstrators in the north…
Tobi Amusan has qualified for the semi-final of the women’s 100 meters hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 27-year-old sprinter dipped at 12.49 seconds to finish first in heat one of the qualification round on Wednesday at the Stade de France, Paris. Alaysha Johnson took second at 12.61 seconds, followed by Jamaica’s Janeek Brown,…
By Kehinde Olusegun Mary Onyali-Omagbemi, former Nigerian sprinter was born on February 3,1968 in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Mary took the name Omagbemi, when she got married to Victor Omagbemi a fellow athlete. Her consecutive Olympic appearances from 1988 to 2004 made her the first Nigerian to compete at five consecutive Olympics games. Mary Onyali-Omagbemi truly…
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has commended the organizers and protesters of the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations in Osun state for suspending the six day old protest, and more importantly for maintaining peace and order during the protest. The Governor while reacting to the announcement made by the organizer of the protest, the…
American Gabby Thomas stormed to a brilliant victory in the women’s Olympic 200m in Paris on Tuesday to clinch the first major title of her career. Thomas clocked 21.83sec to win ahead of St. Lucia’s new 100m champion Julien Alfred, who timed 22.08sec. Thomas’ teammate Brittany Brown claimed bronze in 22.20sec. Thomas, 27, a bronze…
The Executive Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke has urged Stakeholders of the People’s Democratic Party,Osun state Chapter to embrace Democracy and also to eschew discrimination. Adeleke made the call during the party’s stakeholders meeting on Tuesday at the government house in Osogbo, the state capitol. The meeting which had in attendance, the leader…
