Senator Barau Jibrin, Deputy Senate President, has expressed confidence that Kano State will be reclaimed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next election cycle. His statement came during a Senate screening session for Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, nominated by President Bola Tinubu to serve as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. Speaking…
In a recent revelation, football icon Cristiano Ronaldo shared his favorite Nigerian singer between Davido and Wizkid. Ronaldo’s preference was for Davido, as he expressed during a content creation session on his YouTube channel. This announcement followed a viral video where Ronaldo was seen enjoying Asake’s hit track “Active” featuring Travis Scott. The observation further…
The Imo State Police Command has reported successfully repelling an attack believed to have been carried out by members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), associated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resulting in the death of one suspect. The command’s spokesman, Henry Okoye, provided details to the press, showcasing the deceased suspect’s body…
The Sokoto State Ministry of Health has issued a warning to residents following a surge in cases of Acute Hemorrhagic Conjunctivitis, locally known as ‘Apollo.’ The infection, which has become increasingly prevalent in recent weeks, has raised concerns across the state, prompting health authorities to intensify public awareness and preventive measures. Announcing the development, the…
Popular Yoruba actress, Ramota Adetu, widely known as Aunty Ramota, has issued a heartfelt appeal to Nigerians, revealing that she is currently homeless and facing severe financial challenges. The actress, known for her petite stature and comedic talent, took to social media to voice her distress and seek support from compassionate Nigerians. In a widely…
Actress Jumoke George recently shared the reason for her 14-year absence from the Nollywood film industry during an interview on Oyinmomo TV. She attributed her prolonged break to the challenges she faced, including her dark complexion and her refusal to engage in sexual activities in exchange for roles. According to George, her dark skin color…
The Nigerian Federal Government is making preparations to utilize the Kiri Dam in Adamawa State for electricity generation. The dam, located in Shelleng, currently serves as a water reservoir for irrigation purposes at the Dangote Sugar Refinery in Numan. However, the government is now taking steps to retrofit the dam to enable it to generate…
The Joint Health Sectors Union (JOHESU) in collaboration with the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) has declared a seven-day nationwide warning strike starting from midnight of Friday, October 25, 2024. The National President of JOHESU, Kabiru Minjibir, announced this decision following an expanded National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja where the unions discussed the…
Twenty-eight civil society organizations in the Niger Delta region are demanding clarification regarding reports that suggest the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, has been cleared by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The groups are concerned that such a clearance could potentially tarnish the reputation of President Bola Tinubu’s…
Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo has been sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison for accepting $35 million in bribes from the Brazilian construction company, Odebrecht. The bribes were in exchange for allowing Odebrecht to secure a contract to build a road connecting Peru to western Brazil. Toledo, who served as president of…
In a tragic incident in the Apapa area of Lagos, a collision between a Dangote truck and a commercial motorcycle resulted in the death of the motorcyclist and left a female passenger injured. The driver of the truck reportedly fled the scene after the accident. According to the General Manager of Lagos State Traffic Management…
Popular crossdresser Bobrisky, whose real name is Okuneye Idris, has reportedly fallen ill while in police custody at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos. After spending the night in a police cell, Bobrisky was rushed to the Falomo Police Hospital for medical attention due to complaints of breast pain. According to…
Popular Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has issued a public apology to Apostle Johnson Suleman of the Omega Fire Ministries, acknowledging her wrongdoing and seeking forgiveness for defaming him on social media. The apology from Abubakar comes after a series of events in 2022 that led to a dispute between the actress and the clergyman. The…
Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday night, bouncing back from their weekend Premier League loss. An own goal by Shakhtar keeper Dmytro Riznyk gave the Gunners their second win in three Champions League outings, easing the disappointment of their recent domestic setback. Despite controlling much of the game, Arsenal struggled…
Victor Osimhen’s remarkable overhead kick for Galatasaray against Antalyaspor has entered the record books, becoming one of the highest-scoring goals in football history. As reported by CNN Turk, Osimhen’s goal, measured at 2.32 meters, ranks as the second-highest overhead kick ever recorded. The only other goal to surpass it was Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic strike for…
In a decisive move aimed at controlling the surging prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly referred to as cooking gas, the federal government has mandated domestic producers to halt all exports of the commodity. This action is part of a broader strategy to mitigate the economic strain on Nigerian consumers grappling with increasingly high…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that a total of 55,859 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) have been collected by new registrants and individuals applying for card transfers or replacements in the last five days. This development was disclosed by Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee,…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his heartfelt congratulations to General Yakubu Gowon, the former Military Head of State, on the occasion of his 90th birthday. Buhari praised Gowon’s visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to the unity and progress of Nigeria. In a message to mark the milestone, Buhari highlighted General Gowon’s commitment to the…
The Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, expressed concern over the prevalence of cultism and cybercrimes universities within the state. The Governor’s sentiments were shared by his Special Adviser on Security Matters, Brigadier Ebenezer Ogundana, during a stakeholders’ meeting organized by the Nigeria Police Strategic Forum. The gathering was geared towards training the Schools Protection Squad…
The Police have reported that a total of 10,852 individuals have been arrested and detained nationwide for various crimes over the past three months. The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, disclosed this information during a meeting with officers holding the ranks of Commissioner and above. He listed the crimes for which the arrests were made…
Tragedy has struck again in Plateau State, Nigeria, as gunmen launched a fresh attack on rural communities in Bokkos Local Government Area, leaving at least five people dead . This devastating incident occurred on October 14, despite prior warnings and a security meeting with police and military authorities just a day before. The attack targeted…
Oando Plc has been shortlisted by the Trinidadian government as one of three final contenders to take over the country’s state-owned refinery, which was owned by the defunct Petrotrin. Speaking during a budget presentation on September 30, the Trinidadian finance minister, Colm Imbert noted that among the initial 10 proposals, BusinessDay reports. …
Mrs Caroline Wura-Ola Adepoju has been appointed and attested as the substantive Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Adepoju made this know while addressing men and officers of the NIS at a routine parade on Wednesday. She said the date for her decoration would soon be made public in due time. “You may also…
Inter Miami forward, Lionel Messi met with Manchester City Pep Guardiola to discuss a move to the Premier League club in the summer of 2020. This was after Messi showed his interest in his former club and sent in a transfer request at Barcelona, demanding to have back his contract. With references to Marti Perarnau’s…
The President of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed will on Wednesday deliver the 2024 Appropriation Bill to the Joint Session of the Senate and the House of Representatives. This was contained in a memo dated November 27, 2023, signed by the federal legislature’s Secretary of Human Resources and Staff Development, Shuaibu Maina Birma, on behalf of…
Renowned Nigerian rapper and lawyer Folarin Falana, aka Falz the Bhad Guy, has celebrated his mother’s promotion as she becomes a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). On Monday, 58 attorneys were recognised as Senior Advocates of Nigeria, including his mother, Funmi Falana. Falz’s dad, Femi Falana, is also a renowned SAN. He posted a photo…
Double-amputee Olympic runner, Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole, 10 years after shooting his girlfriend through a toilet door at his home in South Africa. The country’s Department of Corrections spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo said on Friday that Pistorius would be released from prison on January 5. “Mr Pistorius will complete the remainder of the sentence…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) says the organization remains committed to addressing issues of harassment, violence, impunity and crimes against journalists. Between January 2019 and June 2022, the Organization had documented 759 individual attacks against journalists, including 5 killings, during 89 elections in 70 countries. Addressing African Journalists in Addis Ababa,…
Fuel trucks have begun to enter Gaza from Egypt, as the four-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas takes effect on Friday morning. Hamas had confirmed cease-fire would begin at 7:00 a.m. under the agreement, which is also intended to provide aid to Gazans struggling to survive due to food, water, and fuel shortages. Egypt has…
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has declared that the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Abubakar Suleiman should be removed. Suleiman was dismissed as the member representing Ningi Central Constituency in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. This was reached in the judgement it delivered on Friday, the Appeal Court…
A spokesman for the Qatari Foreign Ministry Majid al- Ansari said thirteen hostages taken by Hamas will be released on Friday According to Ansari, some of them are elderly women, some are children, and they will be released at approximately 4pm, on Friday by Hamas. He said they would be handed over to the Red…
