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PENCOM REPORTS PENSION ASSETS REACH N20.79 TRILLION
< 1 mn read The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced that the total pension assets have reached N20.79 trillion. Ms. Omolola Oloworararan, the Acting Director General of PenCom, made this announcement on Tuesday in Lagos during the Commission’s quarterly consultative forum for states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Pension Bureau. She highlighted that the pension fund assets […]
PHYNA SPARKS DEBATE WITH POST ON GENDER EXPECTATIONS IN RELATIONSHIPS
< 1 mn read Phyna, a prominent Big Brother Naija star, has ignited a lively discussion on social media with her latest post addressing gender expectations in relationships. On September 18, 2024, she shared a thought-provoking statement on X (formerly Twitter): “Enough of men complaining that ladies are always asking for what their father cannot give them. But they […]
MULTICHOICE ANNOUNCES NOLLYWOOD TRILOGY ‘MY FAIRYTALE WEDDING’ FOR 2024
< 1 mn read Africa Magic, under the MultiChoice group, has unveiled a new Nollywood trilogy titled My Fairytale Wedding, set to premiere in 2024. The announcement was made during the 2024 Fame Week Africa. My Fairytale Wedding is a three-part romantic comedy that explores the experiences of contemporary African women. The story follows a 29-year-old woman who, in […]
SEUN KUTI SLAMS PRESIDENT TINUBU OVER FUEL SUBSIDY REMOVAL
< 1 mn read Renowned musician and activist Seun Kuti has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove the fuel subsidy, calling it a “wicked decision” that harms the welfare of Nigerians. During an Instagram live session, Kuti expressed his outrage, asserting that the Nigerian government has the resources to provide for its citizens without relying on private […]
WIZKID’S ‘OJUELEGBA’ MARKS 10 YEARS OF GLOBAL IMPACT
< 1 mn read Wizkid’s track “Ojuelegba,” which played a pivotal role in the global rise of Afrobeats, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Released in 2014, the song has amassed over 55 million streams on Spotify as of April 2024, showcasing its enduring popularity and significant influence across diverse markets. To mark the milestone, Spotify has released a special […]
ASAKE’S RISE TO STARDOM WITH SUCCESSFUL ‘LUNGU BOY’ ALBUM AND TOUR
< 1 mn read Since breaking into the mainstream, Asake has quickly ascended to superstar status, propelled by his hit singles and successful albums. Recently, he released his third album, Lungu Boy, and hosted a listening party in London, attended by celebrities, media, and notable figures like Nigerian Grammy-winning artist Wizkid, who is featured on the album. One of […]
MICHAEL BLACKSON FACES EUROBOND INVESTMENT STRUGGLES FOR SCHOOL FUNDING
< 1 mn read In a series of posts on X, comedian Michael Blackson revealed that his investment in Eurobonds to fund the Michael Blackson Academy in Agona Nsaba, Ghana, has faced significant challenges. Blackson shared that the Eurobonds were meant to provide long-term support for his school, but he is struggling to recoup the funds due to the […]
DIDDY INDICTED ON SEX TRAFFICKING AND RACKETEERING CHARGES INVOLVING “FREAK OFFS”
< 1 mn read Sean “Diddy” Combs faces disturbing allegations outlined in an indictment accusing him of orchestrating elaborate sexual performances, referred to as “Freak Offs,” where female victims were allegedly coerced into sex acts. Following a police raid earlier this year, authorities seized over 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricants from Diddy’s residences, which are believed to […]
LAGOS COMIC CONVENTION CELEBRATES NIGERIA’S CREATIVE DIVERSITY WITH ‘IYANU’ ANIMATED SERIES
< 1 mn read At the 12th edition of the Lagos Comic Convention, held at the Landmark Event Centre, Nigeria’s creative diversity took center stage as Lion Forge Entertainment and Showmax unveiled the much-anticipated animated series Iyanu. During the panel session titled, “Iyanu: Creating a Nigerian Superhero Series for the World,” key creatives, including Serah Johnson (Voice Actress of […]
NAF BEGINS AIRLIFT OF INEC ELECTION MATERIALS FOR EDO GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION
< 1 mn read The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced the airlifting of election materials for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in preparation for the Edo governorship election scheduled for Saturday, September 21. Group Captain Kabiru Ali, Deputy Director of Public Relations and Information, confirmed this development in a statement on Wednesday, September 18. The operation is […]
COURT POSTPONES JUDGMENT ON SUIT CHALLENGING GANDUJE’S APPOINTMENT AS APC CHAIRMAN TO SEPTEMBER 23
< 1 mn read The Federal High Court in Abuja has delayed its judgment regarding the suit challenging Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje’s role as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Initially set for September 18, the judgment has been moved to September 23 due to the absence of the written ruling. According to a source, the court notified […]
FCT PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS INITIATE INDEFINITE STRIKE, DISRUPTING STUDENT ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
< 1 mn read Teachers in government-owned primary schools across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have begun an indefinite strike, significantly affecting students’ academic routines. The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT Chapter, called the strike following a 14-day ultimatum issued to the six area councils in the territory. On Wednesday, September 18, students arriving at their schools were […]
PASTOR ADEBOYE SHARES PERSONAL SCAM EXPERIENCE TO WARN AGAINST MISPLACED ENTHUSIASM
< 1 mn read Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has recently shared a personal experience of deception to caution Nigerians about the dangers of acting on misplaced enthusiasm. In his story, Adeboye recounted how his strong interest in the military led him to fall victim to a scam. An individual posing […]
ATIKU ABUBAKAR WARNS EDO STATE AGAINST VOTING APC IN FORTHCOMING ELECTION
< 1 mn read Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cautioned the people of Edo State against voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming governorship election. He warned that supporting the APC would equate to endorsing continued misery and hardship. In a Facebook post titled ‘The Clear Choice for a Prosperous Edo State’ on Wednesday, September […]
YAHAYA BELLO HONORS EFCC INVITATION AFTER MONTHS OF RESISTANCE
< 1 mn read Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has finally complied with an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following months of resistance. Bello’s media aide, Ohiare Michael, confirmed this on Wednesday, September 18. According to Michael, Bello decided to honor the EFCC’s invitation after consulting with his family, legal team, and political allies. […]
ACMAN CONFERS FELLOWSHIP ON VP KASHIM SHETTIMA
< 1 mn read The Association of Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (ACMAN) awarded the Fellowship of Capital Market Academics to Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Monday. ACMAN President, Prof. Uche Uwaleke, announced this during a courtesy visit to Shettima at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The fellowship is the highest membership status within the association. Uwaleke noted that Shettima’s […]
RIVERS POLICE BUST JOB RACKETEERING SYNDICATE
< 1 mn read The Rivers Police Command has dismantled a job racketeering syndicate that preyed on job seekers by advertising fake job vacancies. Commissioner of Police Olatunji Disu announced at a news conference in Port Harcourt that 16 victims were rescued during a raid on the gang’s hideout. The operation followed a distress call from residents who suspected […]
SENATORS DONATE ₦74 MILLION TO BORNO FLOOD VICTIMS
< 1 mn read Deputy President of the Senate, Sen. Jibrin Barau, on behalf of Senate President Sen. Godswill Akpabio, led a delegation of senators to Maiduguri on Tuesday to address the recent flood disaster. Special Adviser to the Deputy President of the Senate on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, revealed that each of the 108 senators donated ₦500,000, […]
RET. BRIG.-GEN. BUBA MARWA DONATES ₦120 MILLION WORTH OF FERTILISER TO BORNO GOVERNMENT
< 1 mn read Retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has donated ₦120 million worth of fertiliser to the Borno government. Marwa made the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Babagana Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, His Highness Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanem, in response to the recent flood disaster […]
PRESIDENCY DENIES REPORT OF TINUBU ASKING CBN GOVERNOR TO RESIGN
< 1 mn read The Presidency has refuted claims that President Bola Tinubu has requested Yemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), to resign. The rumors, circulating on September 17, 2024, alleged that Cardoso was being pressured to step down due to his failure to meet promises regarding the naira’s value against the dollar. The reports […]