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Atiku blasts FG’s move to stifle peaceful protests
< 1 mn read Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the current administration’s attempts to suppress citizens’ rights to peaceful protest. He argued that a responsible government should ensure a “safe and secure environment” for citizens to exercise their rights to peaceful assembly, as guaranteed under Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution. Atiku emphasized that these rights are […]
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2 mn read Lion Forge Entertainment announced on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that “Iyanu,” Roye Okupe’s epic Nigerian superhero animated series, is set to launch in 2025 in both the United States and across Africa. The series will be available on Showmax in 44 African countries, while U.S. viewers can watch it on Cartoon Network and Max. “Iyanu” […]
Brain Jotter’s usage of Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s song
2 mn read Brain Jotter’s use of Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s song “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche” in a viral video has sparked a debate over whether it constitutes copyright infringement. The song, originally recorded in 1983, resurfaced after being used in Brain Jotter’s Instagram video on July 5, 2024, which has since garnered millions of views and […]
Asake is set to headline the O2 Arena for the second time
< 1 mn read Nigerian superstar Asake is set to headline the iconic O2 Arena in London for the second time, marking another milestone in his rapidly ascending career. Since making a significant impact on the mainstream music scene in 2022, Asake has enjoyed international success with a series of chart-topping singles and two commercially acclaimed albums. Asake’s second […]
Obi sues Bayo Onanuga for ₦5bn over mob action claim
< 1 mn read In a formal demand, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general elections, has called on Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the president’s Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, to retract an allegation linking Obi to an impending mass protest. Obi’s counsel, Chief Alex Ejesieme of MADIBA Chambers, issued the demand following Onanuga’s July […]
We’ll manage protest professionally – IGP promises response to Aug 1 protest
< 1 mn read Inspector-General of Police (I-G) Olukayode Egbetokun has assured the public that the Nigeria Police will handle the planned protest on August 1 in a professional manner. During a meeting in Abuja with Strategic Police Managers, which includes officers from the rank of Commissioners of Police and above, Egbetokun emphasized the police’s commitment to providing security […]
Oyo nurses suspend 2-month strike for 1 month awaiting State Government response
< 1 mn read The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Oyo State chapter, has suspended its two-month indefinite strike for one month, pending the state government’s response to their demands. Dr. Samuel Adeyemi, the union’s Chairman, announced this decision to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Ibadan. Nurses and midwives in state government-owned […]
NNPC boss, Mele Kyari, denies ownership of Malta-based petrol blending plant
< 1 mn read Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, has publicly addressed allegations linking NNPC employees to a blending plant in Malta, following claims by Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group. Dangote suggested that the establishment of such a plant impeded the procurement of locally produced petroleum products. Kyari categorically denied any involvement, stating, […]
FCCPC fines Meta, WhatsApp $220m for invasion of Nigerians’ data
< 1 mn read The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) of Nigeria has fined Meta Platforms Inc. and WhatsApp LLC $220 million for data privacy violations and discriminatory practices. The penalty follows three years of intensive investigations into the companies’ handling of Nigerian data subjects’ rights. Acting Executive Vice Chairman of the FCCPC, Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, stated […]
Senate passes ₦70,000 minimum wage bill
< 1 mn read The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill to amend the National Minimum Wage Act of 2019, raising the minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000. The bill, submitted by President Bola Tinubu, was passed after going through its first, second, and third readings. In addition to the wage increase, the Senate also approved a reduction in […]
Guinness World Records confirms man’s twerking record
< 1 mn read A Nigerian man, Babajide Isreal Adebanjo, has caused a stir on social media by breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest duration of twerking by an individual. The Guinness World Record officially confirmed Babajide’s achievement on its website, noting that he twerked non-stop for three hours and thirty minutes on January 14, 2024, in […]
Ayra Starr to perform at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
< 1 mn read Nigerian superstar Ayra Starr is set to make her debut on the American late-night TV show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Known as one of the fastest-rising artists from Africa, Ayra Starr’s music has garnered global commercial success. Following the release of her critically acclaimed sophomore album “The Year I Turned 21,” she will […]
Temi drops hints on wedding with Mr Eazi, says ‘My life changed when I met you’
< 1 mn read Temi Otedola is celebrating her fiancé, singer Mr Eazi, with great enthusiasm as their wedding approaches. In a heartfelt social media post, the actress and former fashion blogger expressed her deep gratitude for the significant impact Mr Eazi has had on her life. She shared that meeting him eight years ago transformed her life, noting […]
EFCC’s delay in filing processes stalls Kwankwaso rights hearing and others
< 1 mn read The hearing of a fundamental rights suit filed by Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso and seven others was stalled on Tuesday due to the inability of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to file necessary processes. The EFCC’s counsel, Idris Ibrahim-Haruna, requested an adjournment to file responses, citing service in Abuja and apologizing for the inconvenience. […]
Akpabio succumbs, apologises to Senator Natasha over ‘nightclub’ comment
< 1 mn read Senate President Godswill Akpabio has publicly apologized to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan following remarks he made during a recent plenary session. Akpabio’s comments, where he told Akpoti-Uduaghan not to speak without his recognition and likened the Senate to a “nightclub,” sparked outrage and criticism on social media, with numerous women’s groups labeling his remarks as sexist […]
Court affirms Ighodalo as PDP candidate
< 1 mn read The Appeal Court in Abuja has rejected an appeal aimed at nullifying the PDP primary election that selected Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate for the upcoming Edo Governorship Election. The court, led by a three-member panel under Justice A. M. Lamido, dismissed the appeal filed by the embattled Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip […]
Dele Momodu Urges Caution Over Policies Impacting Nigeria’s Business Climate
< 1 mn read Renowned publisher Dele Momodu has expressed concern over recent policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, warning that they could drive investors away from Nigeria. Speaking on Channels Television’s *Politics Today*, Momodu criticized the administration for its handling of investor relations, particularly in the case of the Dangote Refinery dispute. He suggested that such conflicts should […]
FG Plans ₦6.2 Trillion Supplementary Budget for Minimum Wage and Infrastructure
< 1 mn read The Federal Government of Nigeria has proposed a ₦6.2 trillion supplementary budget aimed primarily at implementing the new minimum wage and stimulating economic growth through infrastructural projects. Key Points: Minimum Wage: ₦3 trillion of the budget will be allocated to cover the newly proposed national minimum wage. President Bola Tinubu has indicated that the bill […]
Sgt. Cynthia Maurice Becomes Nigeria’s First Female Professional Golfer in the Military
< 1 mn read Sgt. Cynthia Maurice of the Nigerian Airforce has made history by becoming Nigeria’s first female professional golfer within the military. Her achievement was confirmed after she successfully completed the Professional Golfers Association of Nigeria (PGAN) sanctioned examinations at HSD Golf Club Bayelsa, held from July 14 to July 20. The rigorous exams included playing ability […]
Jigawa Governor Advises Against Nationwide Protest, Urges Divine Intervention
< 1 mn read Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has discouraged the planned nationwide protest scheduled for August 1, suggesting it is not the solution to Nigeria’s current challenges. Speaking at a town hall meeting with various groups in Dutse, Namadi emphasized that protests alone cannot address the issues facing the country. He acknowledged the widespread economic hardship but […]