Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential candidate of Ghana’s ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has conceded defeat in the 2024 elections, congratulating former President John Dramani Mahama on his victory. In a concession speech delivered on Vice Sunday, Mr Bawumia acknowledged that internal data from his party indicates the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has…
A farmer was killed as a result of bomb explosion around Basaa in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The farmer, Isyaku Gambo, is said to have stepped on the explosive planted by terrorists on the road between Unguwan-Usman village and Bassa. The incident occured while conveying his farm produce to Bassa on a…
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has disclosed why his team failed to beat Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday. Guardiola watched as Man City played a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. Daniel Munoz put the hosts in front before Erling Haaland equalised for the visitors before the break. Maxence Lacroix…
The Maverick singer, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, has shared details about his extramarital affairs. Speaking in a recent interview with Arise TV, Charly Boy admitted to having multiple “side chicks” despite being married to his wife, Diane for over 30 years. He, however, included that the “side chicks” are more or less entertainers and…
World leaders have expressed diverse reactions to the abrupt yet anticipated fall of Syria’s long-standing president, Bashar al-Assad, following the capture of Damascus by opposition forces. Assad, who ruled Syria for over two decades, reportedly fled the country after failing to resist a swift rebel advance that has drastically shifted the nation’s political landscape. The…
Syria’s armed opposition has declared the capture of Damascus, signaling the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad after more than two decades of rule. The announcement, made by the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, Abu Mohammed al-Julani, confirmed that the government institutions would remain under the interim administration of Assad’s Prime Minister until a transitional authority…
The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended a suspected notorious armed robber and kidnapper, Ebuka Ndubuisi, during an operation by the Special Anti-Cultism Squad in Enugwu-Ukwu. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that Ndubuisi, 29, was arrested in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area, following intelligence gathered from another…
Senior Pastors of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche and his wife, Dr. Becky Enenche, recently visited Kuje Medium Security Correctional Centre in Abuja, delivering a powerful combination of spiritual inspiration and legal support to inmates. The humanitarian visit aimed to uplift and address critical needs among the incarcerated population. Accompanied by a legal…
The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Dr. Ogbonnaya Orji, has underscored the importance of patience, loyalty, and dedication as essential qualities for achieving success in public service. Speaking at a recognition ceremony organized in his honor by the Nzuko Arochukwu cultural group in Abuja, Dr. Orji described public service as…
Police in Oyo State have arrested a self-proclaimed pastor, Peter Oluwalolese, for allegedly killing a female member of his church for ritual purposes. The suspect, who leads the “God Has Done It” church in the Apata area of Ibadan, reportedly committed the act to enhance his congregation’s size. A viral video circulating online captures Oluwalolese…
President Bola Tinubu has made significant adjustments to the list of nominees for the South East Development Commission (SEDC) Board, replacing the proposed Chairman, Mr. Emeka Atuma, with Dr. Emeka Nworgu. In a revised submission, the President replaced all three Executive Directors from the original list, added two new Executive Directors, and removed a Board…
The Federal Government has released ₦44 billion to the Retirement Benefits Bond Redemption Fund account at the Central Bank of Nigeria to ease the backlog of unpaid pension rights for retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme. In a statement issued by the National Pension Commission (PenCom), the funds will cover retirees who were verified and…
The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Alhassan Yahya, has called for increased participation of women in leadership positions within the Union and beyond. Speaking at a “Thank-You Party” organized by the newly-elected executives of the NUJ Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council in Abuja, Comrade Yahya emphasized the need to foster…
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has dismissed claims of the presence of the COVID-19 variant XEC in Nigeria, urging citizens to disregard misleading information circulating on social media. In a statement released on Saturday, the Ministry debunked a purported letter with Ref. No. DHS/INSPDIV/017/VOL.1/46, dated December 5, 2024, that falsely suggested a…
By Damilola Adeleke Stress is a big deal in the modern workplace. According to research, up to 62 percent of adults in the United States have high levels of stress, with burnout and fatigue being common side effects Unfortunately, that stress can have a wide array of other side effects, and it can lead…
How resilient are you? Written by Damilola Adeleke Some people seem to quickly bounce back from personal failures and setbacks, while others find it much more difficult. When life knocks you down, are you quick to pick yourself up and adapt to the circumstances? Or do you find yourself completely overwhelmed with little confidence…
What does it mean when you are unable to control your emotions? Written by Damilola Adeleke When people are unable to control their emotions, their responses may be disruptive or inappropriate given the situation or setting. Anger, sadness, anxiety, and fear are just some of the emotions a person may have. Being unable…
By Damilola Adeleke Exercising in the morning may have health benefits, including improved sleep and better focus throughout the day, among others. When it comes to exercise, the best time of day to get in a workout session is one that you can do consistently. Everyone is different. The “right” time depends on factors…
By Damilola Adeleke When someone you care about has undergone one of the worst scenarios you could have imagined and engaged in behaviors to the point that you don’t know who they are anymore, it can be devastating. You no longer recognize the person you love and instead have been hurt by them in the…
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola has apologized to Jose Mourinho over his recent comments on the Fenerbahce manager. Guardiola had made reference to his superior ‘six Premier League titles’ record won compared to the three English top-flight league titles Mourinho won during his time at Chelsea. After Guardiola’s comments, Mourinho admitted that…
The recent rumour of Netflix’s potential exit from the Nigerian market has sparked concern among Nollywood producers. Although Netflix promptly refuted the claim, reaffirming its commitment to investing in Nigerian stories, producers are speaking out about their experiences and challenges working with the streaming giant. In his reaction, Lancelot Imasuen, prominent director and…
Nigeria’s Value Added Tax collection increased by 14.16 percent to N1.78 trillion in the third quarter of 2024 from N1.56 trillion in Q2. The National Bureau of Statistics disclosed this in its VAT data released on Friday. On a year-on-year basis, VAT collections in Q3 2024 increased by 88.00 percent from Q3…
Super Eagles defender, Ola Aina has won Nottingham Forest’s Goal of the Month award for November. Aina’s stunning strike in Forest’s 3-0 win over West Ham United at the City Ground was voted by the club’s supporters as the best for the month. The 28-year-old fired an unstoppable left-footed strike into the…
A yet to be identified female adult, narrowly escaped death following chemical explosion which resulted in inferno at 291 Old-Abeokuta Motor Road, opposite Vetland Secondary School, Agege, Lagos. The victim was immediately rescued by men of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other emergency responders. According to reports, the incident…
The Kano State Government has alleged federal involvement in the blockade of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s palace by heavily armed security operatives on Friday. The incident unfolded when personnel from the Police and Department of State Services (DSS) barricaded the palace gates, reportedly preventing the Emir from traveling to a traditional event in Bichi Local…
Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has condemned the Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Afe Babalola, and the Nigeria Police Force over the arrest and trial of fellow lawyer and public affairs commentator, Dele Farotimi. Farotimi was detained at his Lagos law firm by officers of the Ekiti State Police Command following a…
The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC) has emphasized the critical role of traditional rulers in driving behavioral change to tackle sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) within their communities. At a town hall meeting held at the palace of the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom,Oba Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, the Lagos State RoLAC Project Coordinator, Mrs….
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has strongly refuted claims by Amnesty International alleging that over 10,000 people have died in Nigerian military custody since the Boko Haram insurgency began in the northeast. Amnesty International’s Accusations During a press briefing in Maiduguri, Amnesty International’s Country Director, Isa Sanusi, accused both Boko Haram insurgents and Nigerian military…
The Federal Government has called on state governments and stakeholders in Nigeria’s digital economy to harness the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to foster economic growth, stimulate innovation, and enhance governance frameworks. Delivering this message at the 12th Regular Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy in Makurdi, Benue State,…
Afrobeats artist, Davido, has expressed his belief that Nigeria is lacking in effective leadership, which is crucial for the country to realize its full potential. Speaking on the ‘Elevate Africa Convos’ podcast, Davido highlighted the need for proper governance in Nigeria to drive progress and prosperity. He emphasized that Nigeria has the capacity to thrive…
Nigerian skitmaker, Maryam Apaokagi, popularly known as Taaooma, has shared the joyous news of the birth of her first child, a baby girl. In a heartfelt post on her verified Instagram page on Thursday, the content creator revealed that her daughter, Amani Korede Makeda Greene, was born on 7 November 2024. Taaooma accompanied…
