Tag: #NewsUltra360
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NIGERIA BEATS EGYPT, REACH AFRICAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER-FINALS
Nigeria’s women’s beach volleyball team has advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 African Beach Volleyball Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, after defeating the hosts 2-0 on Friday. The Nigerian pair of Esther Mba and Pamela Bawa secured the victory in straight sets, winning 21-17 and 21-16 to book their place among the final eight teams.…
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COMEDIAN USES NIGER TOUR TO SHOWCASE WEST AFRICA’S TOURISM POTENTIAL
West African comedian and content creator Amadou Larwanou, popularly known as Wanousky Montana, is using a documentary tour of Niger Republic to showcase the region’s cultural heritage, landscapes and tourism potential to a global audience. Montana told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that West Africa’s scenic locations, historical sites, wildlife and cultural traditions could…
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DIANA ENEJE ANNOUNCES ENGAGEMENT TO PASCAL GODWIN
Fashion influencer, entrepreneur and content creator Diana Eneje has announced her engagement to Pascal Godwin. The 24-year-old entrepreneur shared the news with her followers on Friday through her verified Instagram page, posting photographs from the proposal. In the photos, Godwin is seen proposing to Eneje against a colourful backdrop bearing the words, “Will you marry…
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MINERAL WEALTH MUST NOT COST LIVES, AFRICAN MINING MINISTERS WARN
The African Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) has condemned the reported deaths of more than 100 artisanal miners following the collapse of a gold-mining site in Zamboye, Central African Republic. AMSG Chairman, Mr Dele Alake, described the incident as a tragedy that should compel African countries to take stronger action against illegal and unregulated mining. He…
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EID-UL-MAWLID: FG DECLARES TUESDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to allow Muslim faithful across Nigeria to celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday in a statement issued by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, on Friday in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria…
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DIPHTHERIA: GOMBE EPIDEMIOLOGIST URGES VIGILANCE, PROMPT TREATMENT
The Gombe State Epidemiologist, Dr Nuhu Bile, has urged parents to remain vigilant and seek prompt medical attention for children following an increase in reported diphtheria cases in the state. Bile said the recent cases involved children aged between four and 15 years, noting that gaps in immunisation coverage may have left some children vulnerable…
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TINUBU SUSPENDS THREE PERMANENT SECRETARIES OVER ALLEGED FAKE GOVERNMENT AGENCY
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the suspension of three Permanent Secretaries following the discovery of another allegedly unauthorised government agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF). The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said the organisation, identified as the National Brands Development and Mandates…
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OBOREVWORI URGES PARENTS TO STOP HIDING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
The Wife of the Delta Governor, Mrs Tobore Oborevwori, has urged parents to stop hiding children with autism and other special needs, stressing the importance of acceptance, care and inclusion. Oborevwori, Founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, made the call during the foundation’s eighth free medical outreach for children with special needs in Asaba.…
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WHAT YOUR URINE MAY REVEAL ABOUT YOUR HEALTH
Urine may offer useful clues about hydration, diet, medications and some health conditions affecting the kidneys, bladder and urinary tract. However, experts caution that changes in urine do not automatically mean disease and should not be used as a substitute for medical diagnosis. Pale-yellow urine is commonly associated with adequate hydration, while darker yellow or…
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POLICE DETAIN CHINESE NATIONAL OVER ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF MALE EMPLOYEE
The Lagos State Police Command has detained a Chinese national over allegations of sexual assault and repeated unwanted advances toward a male Nigerian employee. The suspect was reportedly accused of luring the employee to a hotel under the guise of a business transaction, where he allegedly attempted to force him into unwanted sexual acts. The…
