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House of Reps lawmaker Ekene Adams dies at 39
< 1 mn read Ekene Abubakar Adams, a 39-year-old member of the Labour Party (LP) in the House of Representatives, has passed away. The House spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr., announced his demise on Tuesday, July 16. Adams, a first-time House member, chaired the House Committee on Sports and was known for his dedication to grassroots sports development in Nigeria. […]
Premier League 2024/25: Analysing the early contenders
2 mn read The Premier League is known for its unpredictability, where any team can beat any other on a given matchday. However, over the course of an entire season, the competition is generally dominated by a select few teams. While surprises do occur, such as Leicester City’s fairy-tale title win in 2015-16, the likelihood of the trophy […]
APC suffer major setback as Doguwa defects to PDP
2 mn read Senator Masaud Doguwa, a notable figure in Kano State’s All Progressives Congress (APC), has switched allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This announcement was made in a statement signed by Doguwa and released to the press on Friday, July 12. Doguwa criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its lack of direction and policies, which […]
Rema’s ‘HEIS’ sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 2024
2 mn read Rema recently released his sophomore album, ‘HEIS,’ on July 11, 2024, and it has already made a significant impact. The album set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 2024, garnering 2.71 million streams on its first day. This surpasses the previous record of 1.86 million streams held by Olamide’s […]
‘Chatter That Counts’: A GenZ TV show premiering on July 12
2 mn read The highly anticipated TV show “Chatter That Counts” is set to premiere on July 12, offering a fresh take on entertainment and meaningful dialogue. The show features five vibrant Gen Z hosts who engage in inspirational conversations, dance, games, music, and more. “Chatter That Counts” promises to stand out in the world of television by […]
Seun Kuti says becoming a father is his greatest achievement in life
< 1 mn read Musician and activist Seun Kuti recently opened up about fatherhood, sharing that becoming a father has been the greatest achievement of his life. In an interview with media personality Timi Agbaje, Seun discussed the joy of raising his daughter and revealed that he has another daughter with whom he is not close due to a […]
Shatta Wale’s mum contemplates suicide amid financial crisis and son’s neglect
2 mn read Shatta Wale’s mother has contemplated suicide multiple times and wakes up at night searching for her son, according to a family member. Florence Chapman, a relative responsible for caring for Shatta Wale’s mother, has shared concerning updates on her current condition. Florence revealed that Shatta Wale’s mother’s situation has deteriorated to the point of mental […]
Ogo Okpue’s horror film ‘A Song from the Dark’ heads to Prime Video in July
< 1 mn read “A Song from the Dark,” directed by Ogo Okpue, is a supernatural horror film set primarily in the English countryside, slated to debut on Prime Video on July 12, 2024. The story revolves around a widow who hires a spirit hunter to dispel a malevolent spirit following the mysterious death of her husband. The film […]
Daniel Oriahi’s Tribeca Film Festival selection ‘The Weekend’ heads to cinemas in August
< 1 mn read The upcoming film “The Weekend,” directed by Daniel Oriahi and produced by Trino Motion Pictures, is set to premiere in Nigerian cinemas on August 30, 2024. It features a compelling cast including Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Bucci Franklin, Meg Otanwa, James Gardiner, Gloria Anozie, and Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey. The story revolves around Nikiya, an orphaned woman who […]
Nollywood stars celebrate Rita Dominic on her 49th birthday
< 1 mn read They have taken the time to celebrate her on her special day. Today marks Nollywood veteran Rita Dominic’s 49th birthday, and fellow Nigerian film stars have flooded Instagram with celebrations for her. Rita Dominic shared pictures from her recent birthday photoshoot, dressed in a stunning black outfit and a striking beaded statement piece. “Beautifully adorned […]
Mohammed spends ₦323m to boost coverage, eliminate zero dose vaccination in State
< 1 mn read It’s commendable to see Bauchi State’s commitment to health through the declaration of a state of emergency and a pledge to allocate 15% of its budget to health, aligning with the Abuja Declaration. This initiative underscores their dedication to improving health services and immunisation coverage, especially crucial given the challenges highlighted in some local government […]
10 boats recovered as army arrests 21 suspected oil thieves in Abia
< 1 mn read The Nigerian Army has arrested 21 suspects and confiscated 10 boats, five vehicles, and several motorcycles in a crackdown on illegal oil refineries in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State. The operation, led by Major General Hassan Dada, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 82 Division, was part of ‘Operation Udoka’ targeting […]
Alimosho most affected as Lagos records 850 emergency incidents in 6 months
< 1 mn read Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), reported that the agency responded to 850 incidents in the first six months of 2024 and a total of 7,292 incidents from June 1, 2019, to June 30, 2024. In June alone, LASEMA attended to 126 incidents, with trucks and tankers […]
You can’t stop us from voting Tinubu in 2027 – Arewa group chides El-Rufai’s son
< 1 mn read Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, caused a stir on social media when he asserted that President Bola Tinubu would be voted out in the 2027 elections. This statement prompted a response from the Arewa Progressive Forum for Good Governance (APFGG), a northern group. They criticized Bashir and defended Tinubu’s presidency, […]
NiMET says thunderstorms, rain will visit Nigeria for 3 days starting Friday
2 mn read The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather outlook predicting thunderstorms and rains across various parts of the country from Friday to Sunday. NiMet has advised airline operators to obtain updated weather reports and forecasts for effective planning and safety in their operations. Here’s a summary of the weather forecast: **Friday:** – **Morning:** Thunderstorms […]
Buhari-era minister Solomon Dalung wants you to know he’s a revolutionary now
2 mn read Ever since failing to make President Muhammadu Buhari’s second term cabinet after serving as the Minister of Youth and Sports from 2015 to 2019, Solomon Dalung has emerged as an outspoken critic of the government. Dalung has turned his social media accounts into platforms for critiquing the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who succeeded […]
89-yr-old Owolabi Olakulehin to be crowned new Olubadan of Ibadan today
< 1 mn read Oba Owolabi Olakulehin will officially be crowned as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland today. The 89-year-old ex-serviceman ascends the throne following the death of Oba Lekan Balogun on March 14, 2024. As part of the traditional ascension rituals, Olakulehin will tour the Oluwo Labosinde compound at Oja’ba, Ibadan, and the Ose Meji shrine before being […]
‘You’ve been caged’ – Ndume suffers backlash over comment against Tinubu
< 1 mn read Senator Ali Ndume has faced criticism following his remarks about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership. Ndume suggested that President Tinubu is unaware of the current security and food crises in Nigeria because he has been ‘caged’ by certain individuals in power. These comments were made during an interview at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja […]
Supreme Court verdict on local govt freedom will impact grassroots development
< 1 mn read On July 11, 2024, the Supreme Court of Nigeria granted financial autonomy to the 774 local government areas in the country. This decision mandates that state governments can no longer receive funds on behalf of local government councils; instead, allocations will be paid directly to the councils from the federation account. The ruling aims to […]
Governor Buni hires 3,196 youths into civil service since 2019
< 1 mn read The Yobe State Government, under Governor Mai Mala Buni’s administration since 2019, has employed 3,196 youths in various sectors of the state’s civil service. The employees hold degrees, diplomas, and National Certificates of Education (NCE). Alhaji Barma Shettima, the Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Social Development, stated that the recruitment aimed to empower youths and […]