Abuja, Nigeria— Former Aviation Minister, Osita Chidoka, has criticized the federal government for appointing Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) and Comfort Emmanson as Airport Security Ambassadors despite their recent unruly behaviour at Nigerian airports. In a strongly worded statement titled “Slapping the State: Nigeria’s Descent into Anarchy” and shared on his Facebook…
Abuja, Nigeria–Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a delegation of former lawmakers from Ondo State on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in his Abuja office, seeking closer collaboration to ensure electoral success for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the state. The delegation, led by former Majority Leader…
United state, Nigeria–United States-based lawyer and astronaut, Owolabi Salis, has revealed that late Nollywood actor Kehinde Olusegun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, was battling severe appendicitis shortly before his death. Salis made the disclosure in a tribute on Tuesday, recalling his recent correspondence with the veteran thespian, who passed away last week just before…
Anambra state, Nigeria–The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has strongly condemned the alleged assault of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Edema Elohor Jennifer (AN/24C/0626), by operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Group in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by the association’s National Public…
Russian,Nigeria–Russian citizens have expressed cautious optimism over a potential summit between President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, even as many remain skeptical about the likelihood of a swift resolution to the conflict that has lasted more than three years. The development follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he intends to facilitate direct…
Anambra state,Nigeria–Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has strongly condemned the assault of a female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Jennifer Elobor, by operatives of a local vigilante group in Anambra State. In a statement issued via his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Obi described the incident as “inhumane,…
Ibadan, Nigeria-The Olubadan-in-Council on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan-elect, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Ibadan to formally welcome him and initiate discussions on his upcoming coronation. The meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, took place at Oba Ladoja’s private residence on Ondo Street, Bodija. It marked the Council’s first official engagement with the…
Anambra, Nigeria — Samuel Chinecherem Ezeh, a 27-year-old Nigerian fashion designer, has claimed a world record by creating a robe featuring the longest sleeves ever made, measuring an astounding 51.20 metres (167.97 feet). Ezeh’s design surpasses iconic measurements such as the height of the Statue of Liberty (46.5 metres) and the length of an Olympic-size…
Oyo State, Nigeria — The Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade, has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) must work harder and refine its strategies ahead of the 2027 general elections following its defeat in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election. Fagade made the remarks on Monday…
Oyo State, Nigeria — The nominated 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has announced that his coronation will take place soon, following his return to his ancestral hometown of Ibadan. Speaking with journalists at his private residence on Ondo Street, Ladoja expressed gratitude to God and the Olubadan-In-Council for nominating and approving him as…
Tokyo, Japan — President Bola Tinubu arrived in Tokyo in the early hours of Monday for a series of high-level engagements ahead of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), scheduled to hold in Yokohama from August 20 to 22. According to the State House, Tinubu’s aircraft landed at Haneda Airport around 1…
Sydney, Australia — Google has agreed to pay a fine of 55 million Australian dollars (US$36 million) after admitting to anticompetitive agreements with the country’s two largest telecommunications firms, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) confirmed on Monday. According to the regulator, Google’s Asia Pacific division, based in Singapore, signed contracts with Telstra and…
Uyo, Nigeria — Miss Comfort Emmanson, central to the controversial Ibom Air incident, has revealed a distressing account of the ordeal she endured involving a flight attendant during a Uyo-Lagos flight. In an Instagram post on her @soft_commy account, Emmanson alleged that flight hostess Julian Edwards physically assaulted her by forcefully pulling off her frontal…
Manchester, England — Despite Manchester United’s opening day 1-0 loss to Arsenal, manager Ruben Amorim expressed pride in his players’ performance. The match saw Arsenal capitalize on United’s ongoing struggles with defending set-pieces, with Ricardo Calafiori scoring a header in the 13th minute. United dominated much of the game but were unable to find an…
Lagos, Nigeria — A multi-agency flood simulation exercise was conducted in Agboyi-Ketu, Lagos, as part of the Italian Government-funded Flood Resilience Project aimed at strengthening preparedness and response capacity in flood-prone communities. The exercise brought together the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), National Emergency Management…
Abuja, Nigeria — Former President Goodluck Jonathan has praised General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) as a leader deeply committed to Nigeria’s unity and development, highlighting why he remains widely respected across the nation. Jonathan made these remarks during a visit to IBB’s Hilltop residence to celebrate the former military ruler’s 84th birthday. He described IBB’s…
San Mamés, Bilbao — Jerome Adams provided an assist as Sevilla suffered a 3-2 loss to Athletico Bilbao in a closely contested LaLiga match on Sunday night. Adams, named in the starting lineup by new Sevilla manager Matias Almeyda, set up Lucien Agoume for Sevilla’s second goal 18 minutes from the end. The former Flying…
Gusau, Zamfara State — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has alleged massive irregularities, intimidation, and violence during the State House of Assembly bye-election held on Saturday in Kaura Namoda South Constituency, Zamfara State. The allegations were made by the PDP State Chairman, Dr. Jamilu Jibo, at a news briefing at the party headquarters in Gusau,…
Abuja, Nigeria — Prison Fellowship Nigeria (PFN) has called for the adoption of a restorative justice system as a vital reform for Nigeria’s criminal justice framework. The call was made by PFN Executive Director, Dr. Jacob Tsado, during the opening of the Fellowship’s 2025 Prayer Week held at Four Square Church in Asokoro, Abuja. Dr….
Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria is among 53 African countries set to enjoy zero-tariff treatment on all exports to China, an initiative officials say will significantly boost trade and economic cooperation between the two nations. The announcement was made at the 2025 China–Nigeria Culture and Tourism Festival held in Abuja, where Chinese Deputy Ambassador Zhou Hongyou…
Nottingham, England— Chris Wood’s brace lifted Nottingham Forest to a commanding 3-1 victory over Brentford at the City Ground on Sunday. Forest wasted no time as Wood struck within five minutes to put Nuno Espírito Santo’s men in front. Soon after, Dan Ndoye doubled the advantage before Wood calmly rounded new Brentford goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher…
Benin City, Nigeria— The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the outcome of the August 16 by-elections, alleging that Nigeria’s democracy is under serious threat. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates, Hon. Omosede Igbinedion for Edo Central Senatorial District and Hon. Joe…
Lagos, Nigeria— The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has deported 42 foreign nationals convicted of cybercrime and Ponzi scheme offences, marking a significant step in the nation’s anti-corruption campaign. According to a statement issued on Sunday, the deportees—comprising Chinese and Philippine nationals—were part of the 192 foreigners recently convicted by the Federal High Court in Lagos….
Osogbo, Nigeria— A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has cautioned opposition parties against dragging President Bola Tinubu into ongoing investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement released in Osogbo on Sunday, Oyintiloye stressed that the EFCC’s investigations into petitions against some former…
London/Birnin Kebbi — The Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, retired Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami, has passed away at the age of 81 in a London hospital. The Chief Press Secretary to the Kebbi State Governor, Ahmed Idris, confirmed the sad news in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. Sani Sami,…
Ibadan, Oyo State — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Folajimi Oyekunle as the winner of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election held on Saturday, August 16, 2025. INEC Returning Officer, Professor Abiodun Oluwadare of the University of Ibadan, announced the results at the Collation Centre located at…
Luanda, Angola — Nigeria’s D’Tigers aim to secure a quarter-final spot at the ongoing 2025 Men’s AfroBasket as they face Cameroon today, Sunday, August 17, 2025. Both teams are unbeaten in the tournament, with Nigeria topping the group on goal difference. The winner of this clash will claim an automatic quarter-final berth, while the loser…
Ogun State, Nigeria— Voter apathy, malfunctioning Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), and violent disruptions marred the House of Representatives by-election in Ikenne, Remo North, and Sagamu Federal Constituency on Saturday. At Igan/Ajina Polling Unit 16 in Remo North, only 64 of 445 registered voters were accredited by 11 a.m., as the BVAS device struggled to…
Lagos, Nigeria— Drama unfolded in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house as Thelma accused fellow housemate Kayikumi of hoarding food and stealing Kaybobo’s bread, sparking a heated confrontation. The clash began when Thelma made a general comment about some housemates hoarding food. Although no name was mentioned, Kayikumi took it personally and confronted her….
Kaduna, Nigeria— Low voter participation marked the ongoing by-election for the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, despite early arrival of election materials and presence of security personnel. Reports from Narayi indicated that accreditation and voting began as early as 8:30am in some polling units, while others commenced closer to 9am. However, only a handful…
Kano, Nigeria— The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspected serial motorcycle thief linked to at least 12 reported cases across the state. The arrest followed a report lodged on August 11, 2025, by a resident of Dorawa Quarters, Kano, who alleged that an unknown man had posed as a buyer at his shop….
