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TINUBU URGES NDC GRADUATES TO ADDRESS REGIONAL AND GLOBAL THREATS
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has called on the latest graduates of the National Defence College (NDC) Course 32 to be vigilant and proactive in tackling both regional and global security threats. The call was made by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented the President at the graduation ceremony in Abuja. The NDC graduated 111 participants from […]
LAGOS GOVT COMPLETES 1ST PHASE OF KOSOFE LG BRIDGE REPAIRS, BEGINS 2ND PHASE
< 1 mn read The Lagos State government has completed the first phase of repairs on the Odo Iya Alaro Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area and is set to commence the second phase of the project. The maintenance work, divided into two phases, involved upgrading the Ojota-bound lane and the Yaba/Maryland-bound lane. Olufemi Daramola, Special Adviser to Governor […]
ZAMFARA CRISIS: GOV LAWAL GIVEN 48 HOURS TO RESIGN
< 1 mn read The Arewa Progressives Youth Forum (APYF) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, demanding his resignation and apology over allegations of appointing a suspected gunrunner, Bashir Hadejia, as a government aide. The forum has warned that failure to comply will result in escalated actions, including mass protests and a push for […]
EFCC ARRESTS 14 SUSPECTED INTERNET FRAUDSTERS, RECOVERS CHARMS IN MAKURDI RAID
< 1 mn read The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Makurdi Zonal Directorate has arrested 14 individuals suspected of internet fraud in a recent raid at the Federal Low Cost Housing Estate, Makurdi, Benue. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the arrests in a statement released on August 23, 2024. The arrests were made based on actionable intelligence regarding […]
BOLANLE AUSTEN-PETERS REVEALS THAT HOUSE OF GA’A WAS FILMED IN EPE
< 1 mn read Bolanle Austen-Peters (BAP), renowned for her acclaimed productions such as Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Man of God, and House of Ga’a, has revealed that her recent epic House of Ga’a was filmed at the BAP Productions Film Village in Epe. In an Instagram post on August 23, 2024, BAP shared details about the film’s location, stating, “So […]
PAYING BRIDE PRICE DEPICTS TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF THE BRIDE – SINGER BRYMO
< 1 mn read Nigerian singer Brymo has voiced strong objections to the tradition of paying bride price, suggesting it symbolizes the transfer of ownership over women rather than honoring their individuality and autonomy. On August 23, 2024, Brymo took to his Instagram story to criticize the practice, reflecting on its implications for women. He wrote, “I saw in […]
ASAKE MAKES HISTORY AS HE REACHES 50 ENTRIES ON THE BILLBOARD AFROBEATS CHART
< 1 mn read On August 9, 2024, Asake released his highly anticipated third album, Lungu Boy, featuring collaborations with major artists like Wizkid, Central Cee, Stormzy, Travis Scott, and Ludmila. Asake’s Lungu Boy made a significant impact in the Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart during the week of August 24, 2024, with nine tracks from the album making the […]
DJ CUPPY SAYS DEDICATING HER LIFE TO GOD WAS THE BEST DECISION OF HER LIFE
< 1 mn read Popular disc jockey DJ Cuppy has shared that dedicating her life to God through baptism was the most profound decision she has ever made. On August 23, 2024, Cuppy reflected on her recent spiritual journey via Instagram, showcasing pictures from her baptism at the Holy Trinity Church in Brompton, UK. In her post, Cuppy wrote, […]
EXPERTS SAY INCONSISTENT RAINFALL WILL INCREASE FOOD SHORTAGE AND HUNGER
< 1 mn read Experts have warned that inconsistent annual rainfall in Nigeria could significantly impact food harvests in 2024 and beyond. This issue, coupled with ongoing insecurity, poses a serious threat to food security in the country. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on August 23, 2024, experts highlighted the potential repercussions of erratic […]
FG ANNOUNCES PLAN TO RELAUNCH SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAMME
2 mn read The federal government is preparing to relaunch the Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, a key initiative designed to provide meals to students and boost school attendance. This decision follows a campaign by the House of Representatives, which had been advocating for the resumption of the school feeding scheme. The announcement was made by Wale Edun, the […]
THE MOMENT OMAH LAY EXPERIENCES HIS FIRST EARTHQUAKE
< 1 mn read Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay recently experienced his first earthquake during a stay in Los Angeles, USA. The earthquake struck while he was being interviewed on the Zach Sang Show. Omah Lay described the experience as terrifying and unusual, as he had never encountered such a natural disaster before. During the interview, Omah Lay was […]
LOLO REVEALS INCREASING TREND OF BODY MODIFICATIONS AMONG MEN
2 mn read Nollywood actress Lolo has shed light on a growing trend of body modifications among men, pointing out that while it may not be widely discussed in Africa, it is more common than many realize. During a recent episode of her Say My Piece podcast, Lolo highlighted that men are increasingly seeking cosmetic enhancements, though it […]
OMA LAY RE-RECORDS ALBUM AFTER FRIEND STEALS HIS SOUND
< 1 mn read Nigerian international superstar Omah Lay has revealed a dramatic turn in his music career—he had to re-record his upcoming album after an artist stole his sound. In a candid interview on the Zach Sang Show, Omah Lay disclosed that he shared a new musical direction with a fellow artist, only to find that the artist […]
OLAJIIDE SOLIDIFIES HIS STATUS AS ASAKE PROTÉGÉ WITH LATEST SINGLE ‘NO STORY’
< 1 mn read Rising Afrobeats star Olajiide has further cemented his position as a protégé of industry heavyweight Asake with the release of his latest single, “No Story.” The soulful anthem, which dropped on all major streaming platforms yesterday, highlights Olajiide’s growth and artistic development, while reinforcing his connection to Asake’s musical legacy. In his statement about the […]
SINGER OMAH LAY SAYS GROWING UP IN NIGERIA MAKES ONE STRONG AND UNIQUE
< 1 mn read In a recent interview on the Zach Sang Show, popular Nigerian singer Omah Lay reflected on his upbringing in Nigeria and the significant influence of his family on his success. Omah Lay described his experience growing up in Nigeria as “beautiful,” noting that having less material wealth allowed him to develop resilience and a unique […]
9 UNFORGETTABLE PROJECTS THAT SOUNDTRACKED THE 2020 LOCKDOWN
2 mn read As the world grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, Nigeria’s lockdown from late February to May 2020 became a period of intense creativity and musical output. With live performances on hold, artists turned to streaming platforms, leading to a surge in new releases. Here are nine standout projects that defined the lockdown era: Barry Jhay – […]
MATAWALLE CALLS ON CDS TO FIND, PROSECUTE KILLERS OF SOKOTO DISTRICT HEAD, BAWA
< 1 mn read Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, has called on Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, to identify and prosecute those responsible for the killing of Alhaji Isa Bawa, the District Head of Gatawa in Sokoto State. In a statement issued on August 23, 2024, Matawalle strongly condemned the murder of Bawa, […]
NCC SEIZES ₦50 MILLION WORTH OF PIRATED BOOKS IN LAGOS, ARRESTS SHOP OWNERS IN RAID
< 1 mn read The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has confiscated pirated books valued at ₦50 million during an anti-piracy operation in the Yaba area of Lagos State. Charles Amudipe, Deputy Director of Operations at the NCC’s Lagos office, led the raid, which targeted five bookshops and three warehouses suspected of storing pirated materials. The operation was conducted at […]
UMAHI SAYS FG NEEDS OVER ₦16 TRILLION TO COMPLETE INHERITED ROAD PROJECTS NATIONWIDE
2 mn read Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the Federal Government requires over ₦16 trillion to complete inherited road projects across Nigeria. Umahi disclosed that the current administration inherited 18,932.50 kilometers of ongoing road projects, comprising 2,064 contracts. The total value of these projects was ₦14.42 trillion as of May 2023, with ₦4.73 trillion certified, […]
PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS JUSTICE KUDIRAT KEKERE-EKUN AS ACTING CJN
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has appointed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), following the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on August 22. Justice Kekere-Ekun is the 23rd person to hold the position and the second female to assume the role. Her appointment is provisional, pending confirmation by the Senate. The official […]