< 1 mn read Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressed strong confidence on Thursday that the party will secure a victory in the upcoming Edo governorship election scheduled for September 21. During a meeting with the leadership of the Kano State Correspondents’ Chapel of the NUJ, Ganduje highlighted that the APC has […]

< 1 mn read Nigerian singer Dammy Krane has been released from police custody after being detained over alleged defamation of fellow artist Davido. The news of Dammy Krane’s release was announced on August 29, 2024, by social media personality Verydarkman (VDM), who had actively advocated for his release. In a video shared on Instagram, a newly-released Dammy Krane […]

< 1 mn read Moses Babatope, Group CEO of Nile Entertainment, and Mo Abudu, CEO of EbonyLife Group, have joined forces to introduce The Pods, a groundbreaking and luxurious cinema experience tailored for a select audience. Nile Media has officially announced its partnership with EbonyLife to launch this upscale cinema concept across West Africa. The Pods are described as […]

< 1 mn read Afrobeats sensation Fireboy DML is set to enchant his audience with his upcoming album, Adedamola. The artist describes his fourth studio album as a nostalgic journey, delving deeper into his artistry with a blend of infectious melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating rhythms. Adedamola is anticipated to further solidify Fireboy’s position as a global superstar and […]

< 1 mn read Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has urged Nigerians to demonstrate selflessness and passion in their service to humanity. He made this call during the public presentation of the book “Dr Christie Toby: Touching Lives, Raising Leaders,” authored by Dotun Adekanmbi, in Port Harcourt. Fubara praised Dr. Christie Toby, the wife of the former Deputy […]

< 1 mn read Auwal Dankode, a cleaner at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, has earned widespread praise for his honesty after returning $10,000 (approximately N16 million) he discovered while cleaning an aircraft. Dankode, who works for the Nigeria Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO), found the money during his routine tasks and immediately reported it to his superiors. The story, […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government has appealed to the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) to end their seven-day warning strike. The strike, which began to push for the rescue of Dr. Ganiyat Popoola, a Kaduna-based doctor kidnapped in December 2023, is ongoing. Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health, made the appeal during a […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has donated two trucks each of rice and fertilizer to Gombe State, aiming to ease the hardships faced by less privileged residents. The donation, which includes 1,200 bags of each item, was presented by Alhaji Saidu Alkali, the Minister for Transportation. Alkali emphasized that the gesture reflects Tinubu’s commitment to supporting the […]

< 1 mn read Gombe State has launched an initiative to enroll 1,000 Almajiri children into the state’s health insurance scheme. The program, managed by the Gombe State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (GoHealth), aims to provide these children, who are pupils of non-formal Qur’anic schools, with access to quality healthcare. Deputy Governor Manassah Jatau announced the enrollment during a […]

< 1 mn read The Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Enforcement Agency, also known as the Task Force, has arrested four individuals believed to be involved in the August 13 attack on a Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) vehicle. The suspects, identified as Ilesanmi Kazeem, Ibrahim Lawal, Daniel Abati, and Mohammed Ali, were apprehended following a raid in the Alaba Suru […]

< 1 mn read Nigeria’s House of Representatives has submitted a petition to the Canadian High Commissioner in Abuja, calling for immediate action against Ms. Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian living in Canada. Sunnberger is accused of making inflammatory statements that incite violence against the Yoruba and Edo ethnic groups in Nigeria, including threats of mass genocide through food […]

< 1 mn read Chief Bode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has advised former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to step aside for a younger candidate in the 2027 presidential election. George suggests that Atiku follow the example of U.S. President Joe Biden, who has allowed the younger generation to take leadership roles. […]

2 mn read Nigeria’s debt profile has sharply increased over recent years, reflecting ongoing economic challenges. As of March 2024, the total public debt stock reached ₦121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion), a significant rise from ₦12.12 trillion ($63 billion) in 2015. This increase has been driven by persistent budget deficits, revenue shortfalls, and the need for critical infrastructure financing. […]

< 1 mn read Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has disassociated itself from a woman who posted a video on social media threatening violence against Yoruba and Edo people. The organization stated there is no evidence that the woman is of Igbo origin, emphasizing that her behavior does not reflect the Igbo values of thoughtfulness, discretion, and equanimity. Dr. Alex Ogbonnia, […]

< 1 mn read Prophet Israel Ogundipe of the Celestial Church of Christ has alleged that banks are extending substantial loans to churches to facilitate their global expansion, with the intention of enabling these churches to extract more funds from their congregations. Ogundipe, in an Instagram Live session with popular Nigerian On-Air Personality Ifedayo Olarinde (Daddy Freeze) on August […]

< 1 mn read Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has cautioned lawyers to adhere to Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regulations. Speaking at the 64th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) 2024 in Lagos, Olukoyede emphasized the importance of due diligence in legal practices. He advised lawyers to […]

< 1 mn read Nigeria has become the first country in Africa to receive mpox vaccines, as announced by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The delivery of 10,000 doses of the Jynneos (MVA) vaccine represents a major advancement in combating the new strain of mpox virus outside of clinical trials. The vaccines will be distributed to five states in […]

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State has issued a warning to parents to ensure their children are not left unattended, citing a rise in child kidnappings. NSCDC Commandant Michael Adaralewa, in a statement on Wednesday, urged vigilance as children are more likely to be unsupervised during the school holidays. He […]

< 1 mn read The Abuja Industrial Park, under development by Zeberced Group, is set to create 40,000 jobs and significantly enhance Nigeria’s economy, according to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike. During a site visit on Wednesday to the park, located in the Idu Industrial Zone, Wike expressed his enthusiasm about the project, describing it as unprecedented […]