Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says Starlink, a communication company, is facing regulatory heat over an unapproved data tariff hike. The NCC said the satellite internet service provider had unilaterally increased its data tariffs without obtaining the necessary approval from the commission. Its Director of Public Affairs, Dr Reuben Muoka, in a statement in Abuja on…
The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Emeka Nwite, has reduced the bail for five #EndBadGovernance protesters to N5 million each. This follows the court’s previous bail decision on September 11, which set bail at N10 million per protester for all 10 defendants involved in the case. The protesters had initially faced…
President Bola Tinubu who is observing his leave in the United Kingdom has reacted to the just concluded local government elections in Rivers State. While reacting to unfolding tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state. According to Tinubu all political…
Tension in Bature community in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State over the alleged killing of the youth leader of the town by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC. The community alleged that the deceased, Eric Faturoti, was shot following an unlawful raid by men of the Civil Defence Corps….
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has called for the immediate cancellation of the just concluded Local Government (LG) polls in Benue. The Benue Chairman of APGA, Mr Joseph Ogli, made the call in an interaction with newsmen on Monday in Makurdi. Ogli said that APC winning all 23 local government areas in the election…
The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has applauded the federal government for selecting the state to represent all 17 southern Nigerian states in the Validated Ward Boundary and Harmonisation exercise. Oyebanji gave the commendation on Monday while receiving a federal government delegation in the state to undertake the Validated Ward Boundary and Harmonisation Exercise in Ado…
The Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, has said that there is no bill before the Senate, nor any memorandum to debate regarding regionalism, dismissing the news claiming he is against Yoruba interests as fake and unfounded. Senator Bamidele clarified that the talk of him being opposed to regionalism is baseless, noting that no paper has…
By Adekunle Segun After ten weeks filled with intense drama, strategy, and challenges, Kingsley ‘Kellyrae’ Sule has been declared the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 9. Kelly triumphed over Wanni Danbaki, who finished a close second with a vote difference of just 3.47%, while Onyeka secured the position of second runner-up during the finale…
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State recently swore in the 23 newly elected local government council chairmen at a ceremony in Makurdi. During the swearing-in ceremony, the governor emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency for the newly elected officials. The local government chairmen were elected in the local government elections conducted by the Benue…
CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu has commenced his tenure as the new Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, signaling a firm stance against crime and criminal activities during his administration. In a briefing with journalists at the Command’s headquarters, Olatunji outlined five key areas of priority that will guide his approach to maintaining…
Nigeria’s electricity generation peaked at 4,998.20 megawatts on October 6, 2024, a slight decrease from the previous peak of 5,234.70 MW recorded the week before. This drop in electricity generation comes amid high energy costs, as highlighted by recent system performance data from the National Control Centre, representing a decline of 236.5 MW in total…
Big Brother Naija Season 9 winner, Kelly Sule, also known as Kellyrae, is celebrating his victory on the reality show alongside his wife, Kassia. The couple’s strategy of concealing their marriage and pretending to be “besties” proved successful, earning them the N100 million grand prize. In an interview with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Kellyrae expressed his…
The police in Ogun State have successfully apprehended 33-year-old Olayemi Olawale Shedrack, a wanted criminal suspected of being involved in armed robbery and rape in Ijagun, Odogbolu local government area. Shedrack was sought in connection to an incident at the Tai University of Education in Ijagun, where female students were reportedly subjected to robbery and…
Written and compiled by Eheazu David The polytechnic Ile Ife, Osun State Love is one of the most powerful and universal emotions, yet it remains elusive when it comes to defining its true essence. It influences every aspect of our lives, from relationships with family to deep connections with romantic partners. This article explores the…
Written and compiled by Mutiu sukurat m. The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has begun a sacred seven-day seclusion ahead of the grand finale of the 2024 Olojo Festival, an act rooted in the spiritual well-being of the community and the Yoruba people. The monarch describes this…
Written and Compiled by Abigail B. Archibong The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of nature cannot be overstated. Nature, defined as the physical environment and all that exists within it without human interference, serves as the foundation of life. It provides essential resources such as food, water, and air, while…
After an intense 70-day journey, Big Brother Naija Season 9, themed “No Loose Guard,” will conclude tonight. The eight remaining housemates will compete fiercely for the grand prize of N100 million, with excitement and anticipation at an all-time high. The season kicked off with 14 pairs of housemates, a unique twist that distinguished it from…
Chief Munir Balogun, father of Afrobeats superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has addressed the ongoing rivalry between his son and fellow artist Davido. Speaking about the situation, Chief Balogun revealed that he has advised Wizkid to ignore the provocations coming from Davido’s fan base, urging him to stay focused and avoid…
Income is central to financial life, whether as an individual or a business entity. Hence, having single source of income will not take one very far in the current socio-economic environment. To this end, there is the need for multiple income sources through several investment windows. While building a strong investment portfolio,…
As inflation continues to drive up expenses, finding ways to cut costs has become essential for both households and businesses. A significant portion of running expenses is attributed to power generation, making solar energy a viable solution for reducing these costs in the long term. Solar power harnesses energy from the sun through…
Over 70 communities have been submerged by flood, the Kogi state government has revealed. Mr Joel Salifu, the Deputy Governor, made the disclosure after an inspection tour to the Edeha community, saying that the flood is beyond the capacity of the state government. Comrade Salifu, who is also the State Chairman, 2024…
Suspected arsonists, in the early hours of Saturday, detonated explosives at the state secretariat of the main opposition political party in Rivers State, the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Port Harcourt. Short video clips circulating on social media showed that the incident, suspected to be from dynamites, which damaged the main gate and…
The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has convicted two brothers, Samuel Adedeji Adeboye and Charles Adedamola Adeboye, along with 33 other individuals, for involvement in internet fraud. The sentences were delivered by Justices Ladiran Akintola, Bayo Taiwo, and O.S. Adeyemi. The convicts were charged by the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial…
The Bauchi State government, in collaboration with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), has inaugurated an 11-member tripartite technical committee to finalize the implementation of the national minimum wage for civil servants in the state. Speaking to reporters after the State Executive Council meeting, NLC Chairman Comrade Dauda Shu’aibu announced…
The Borno State Ministry of Health has confirmed a cholera outbreak in the state, as revealed by the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Prof. Baba Gana, at the Eye Center in Maiduguri. Prof. Gana disclosed that 17 individuals tested positive for cholera out of 200 samples sent for analysis. He linked the outbreak to…
Ambassador Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, President and International Director of the United Nations Positive Livelihood Award Centre (UN-POLAC), has called for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict between Palestine and Israel. Speaking in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Prof. Adesanya-Davies, a linguistics expert, expressed concern over the prolonged violence, which has caused immense suffering, displacement, and economic…
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olukayode Egbetokun has affirmed that the actions of the Nigeria Police Force during the recent Rivers State local government election were in full compliance with a subsisting court order. This clarification comes in response to criticism following the police’s refusal to participate in the elections and the subsequent tension between the…
Karolina Muchova delivered a stunning upset in the China Open quarterfinals, defeating world No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka 7-6 (4), 2-6, 6-4, ending Sabalenka’s 15-match winning streak. Ranked 49th, Muchova triumphed after a grueling 2-hour and 46-minute contest, saving set points in the opening set and coming back from a 4-2 deficit in the decisive third…
A high-level delegation from Burundi has arrived in Nigeria, seeking to strengthen business ties and attract Nigerian investments to Burundi. Led by Ambassador Liberat Mfumukeko, Senior Advisor on Missions of the Presidency of Burundi, the delegation engaged with the Nigerian business community in Abuja, extending an invitation for investments in various sectors. Ambassador Mfumukeko highlighted…
Paul Pogba’s four-year suspension for doping has been reduced to 18 months following a successful appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). According to the BBC, the Juventus midfielder can resume training by January 2025 and is expected to be eligible for competitive play starting in March of the same year. The French…
Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matters, has clarified the rationale behind the 2024 National Honours conferred on presiding officers of the National Assembly. Addressing concerns raised, Lado emphasized that the honours were based on established protocols, not an attempt to diminish any individual. President Tinubu, in his Independence Day…
