Two activists, Lai Brown and Shoddy Coker, were injured in an attack by suspected hoodlums in Lagos’ Alafia community, Agbado Oke-Odo Local Government Area. Known for their vocal stance on societal issues in the community and Lagos at large, the … Continue reading Activists attacked by Lagos hoodlums for criticising CDA leaders
A 63-year-old woman in Lagos is battling high blood pressure after falling victim to fraudsters who swindled her of N6.2 million. The incident occurred when her daughter transferred money to her on June 7, 2023, for an urgent matter. Unable … Continue reading Fraudsters swindle 63 year old woman of N6.2 million, leaving her ill and traumatized
Lagos State Government Slashes Transportation Costs Amid Fuel Subsidy Removal, Promises Food Distribution to Vulnerable. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced that the state will reduce transportation costs of all state-owned transport systems by 50% to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy … Continue reading Lagos slashes transportation fares by 50%
In a nationwide broadcast addressing the country’s current economic challenges, President Bola Tinubu reassured Nigeria’s working population that his administration is working in collaboration with labor unions to introduce a new national minimum wage. He assured the workers that their … Continue reading Tinubu assures Nigerian workers of upcoming salary review
Two months after his inauguration, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has finally relocated to Aso Rock, the official presidential residence. Due to ongoing renovations, Tinubu had been operating from a private residence in Asokoro, causing public complaints about heavy traffic due … Continue reading President Tinubu finally moves in Aso Rock
Recent data from the international market has shown a significant 20% increase in the price of petrol, raising concerns that prices may continue to rise. At the beginning of 2023, Brent crude was trading at approximately $78 per barrel, but … Continue reading Global petrol prices surge by 20%
The Super Falcons secured their spot in the Women’s World Cup knockout stage with a goalless draw against the Republic of Ireland on Monday. Accumulating 5 points from two draws and one win, the Nigerian female team successfully advanced to … Continue reading Nigeria secures knockout stage qualification with goalless draw against Ireland
President Bola Tinubu is presiding over the decoration ceremony of the newly appointed Chief of Defense Staff, Major General Christopher Musa, as well as the Chiefs of Army, Naval, and Air Staff, as they assume their new ranks. This event … Continue reading Tinubu decorates service chiefs with new ranks
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has refuted a Twitter user’s claim that a recent Red Cross outreach in Abuja showed a spike in HIV cases. The user stated that 119 out of 197 people tested positive, … Continue reading NACA debunks reports of HIV spike in Abuja
The President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, delivered a homily expressing concern that the country is teetering on the brink of collapse following the removal of fuel subsidy without adequate measures to … Continue reading Nigeria on the brink of collapse – Catholic bishops
French daredevil and extreme sports enthusiast, Remi Lucidi, known online as Remi Enigman, met a tragic end after falling from the 68th floor of the Tregunter Tower complex in Hong Kong. The 30-year-old stuntman’s lifeless body was discovered last Thursday, … Continue reading Daredevil stuntman dies in tragic fall from 68th floor
In Taraba State, an 18-year-old girl named Wassa Joel was allegedly raped and murdered by unidentified attackers in Lankaviri community, Yorro Local Government Area, on Sunday morning, July 30, 2023. The incident’s specific details remain unclear. However, community members have … Continue reading Tragic! 18 year old girl raped and murdered in Taraba
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has been heavily criticized for allegedly showing nepotism and favoritism in his recent cabinet appointments. The Governor’s decision to appoint his sister-in-law, Mrs. Adenike Adeleke, as Commissioner for Federal Matters, and his eldest son, Tunji … Continue reading Adeleke’s apointments ignites opposition and public outrage in Osun State
The Adamawa State Government has made changes to the 24-hour curfew imposed by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri in response to the upheaval that occurred on Sunday. The curfew will now be in effect from 6 pm to 6 am, allowing free … Continue reading Adamawa government relaxes curfew throughout the state
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has announced its intention to investigate the alleged sale of two training helicopters by the Nigeria College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria. The committee expressed concern over the urgency in the sales … Continue reading Reps to probe alleged sale of training helicopters by NCAT
Nigerian hip-hop artiste, Ice Prince Zamani, recently hailed his former record label mate, M.I. Abaga, as being in the same league as the world’s greatest rappers. He credited M.I. for playing a significant role in his own career, emphasizing the … Continue reading M.I. can be compared to any rapper in the world – Ice Prince
Grammy award-winning Nigerian musician, Wizkid, reportedly flung his expensive ring into the crowd while attempting to throw his jacket during his sold-out show at Tottenham Stadium in London, UK, on Saturday night. According to British-Nigerian podcaster Adesope Olajide, the ring … Continue reading Wizkid mistakenly throws N85m ring to fans at Tottenham Stadium show (VIDEO)
Napoli President, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has turned down a lucrative €130m bid from Al-Hilal for Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen. The Saudi side, backed by the sovereign wealth fund PIF, approached Napoli with a substantial offer in an attempt to acquire … Continue reading Napoli turns down Al-Hilal’s €130m bid for Osimhen
Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp), a prominent indigenous conglomerate with investments in power, hospitality, and oil sectors, has revealed significant growth in its H1 2023 financial results. According to its Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for the period ending June 30, … Continue reading Transcorp achieves 31% revenue growth, surpassing N82 billion mark
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has refuted the circulation of documents claiming that its Director-General, Mrs. Aisha Dahir-Umar, spent exorbitant amounts on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement, PenCom dismissed the accusations as a mere fabrication without any … Continue reading PenCom clears DG of fraud allegations
Wema Bank has announced a remarkable 97% increase in its profit after tax during the first half of the 2023 financial period, reaching N10.48 billion compared to N5.30 billion in H1 2022. The unaudited financial statements for the period ended … Continue reading Wema bank reports 97% profit surge, records N10.48bn
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has begun mass mobilization ahead of a planned nationwide strike scheduled to commence on Wednesday. The strike is in protest against the removal of fuel subsidies, which has resulted in significant hardships for ordinary citizens. … Continue reading NLC firm on wednesday strike, organizes worker mobilization
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Niger Republic military, demanding the release and reinstatement of President Mohammed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State. … Continue reading Niger coup plotters defy ECOWAS threat, refuse to reinstate Bazoum
A joint operation by the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and Tantita Security has successfully uncovered an illegal oil refining site in Ughelli South, Delta State. Acting on intelligence, the vigilant troops stormed the location, revealing a … Continue reading Military takes down illegal refinery in Delta
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to address the nation on Monday, July 31, 2023, at 7 pm, as announced by his Special Adviser on Strategy, Communication, and Special Duties, Dele Alake. The broadcast, which will be aired on various … Continue reading Tinubu’s set to address Nigerians today
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