The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Leo Irabor, has revealed that Nigeria expended $8 billion in the restoration of peace in Liberia. Speaking at the event commemorating the 75th-year celebration of United Nations peacekeeping operations, Gen. Irabor emphasized Nigeria’s active … Continue reading Nigeria spent $8 billion in peace restoration efforts in Liberia – Chief of Defence Staff
Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has denied the claim that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has been dissolved. Speaking to state house correspondents after the valedictory council meeting, Mohammed clarified that President Buhari has instructed them to continue … Continue reading Lai Mohammed refutes claim of federal executive council dissolution
American rapper Offset has revealed in an interview that he is not biologically related to Quavo or the late Migos rapper Takeoff, despite often being referred to as their cousin. While they were childhood classmates and developed a close bond, … Continue reading Offset reveals non biological relationship with Quavo and Takeoff
American rapper Fetty Wap, born Willie Junior Maxwell II, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for his involvement in a large-scale drug trafficking scheme. The scheme involved shipping narcotics from the West Coast and selling them in … Continue reading Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to six years in prison for drug trafficking
Seven members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) who were kidnapped while traveling from the orientation camp in Ondo State to Port Harcourt, Rivers State have been released after spending a week in captivity. The spokesperson for the state … Continue reading Abducted NYSC corps members freed after one week in captivity
Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation, is facing the possibility of an arrest warrant after repeatedly failing to appear at his trial, according to an Ikeja Special Offences Court. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had filed a … Continue reading Former minister Femi Fani-Kayode faces arrest as court issues bench warrant for his absence
Tina Turner, the renowned singer known for her chart-topping hits like ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It’, ‘Private Dancer’, and ‘The Best’, has sadly passed away at the age of 83. According to her spokesperson, Bernard Doherty, the legendary … Continue reading Iconic singer Tina Turner passes away at 83
Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP) experienced a year-on-year growth rate of 2.31% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2023, indicating a decline from the 3.11% recorded in the same period of 2022. The latest GDP report by the National Bureau … Continue reading Nigeria’s GDP growth slows to 2.31% in Q1 2023 amid cash crunch
In a devastating turn of events, Samuel Adekoya, a student of the Federal Polytechnic in Ilaro, Ogun State, has reportedly taken his own life. According to reports, Adekoya consumed a chemical substance after losing both his own fees and those … Continue reading Ilaro polytechnic student allegedly commits suicide after losing fees to online betting
During a formal ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, outgoing First Lady Aisha Buhari announced that her office had handed over relevant documents to the wife of the President-elect, Oluremi Tinubu. The documents are expected to provide guidance and … Continue reading Aisha Buhari hands over office documents to Oluremi Tinubu
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has defended Senator Kashim Shettima’s purchase of the 2023 senatorial form for the upcoming general election. Shettima, who is now the Vice President-elect alongside President-elect Bola Tinubu, had faced criticism for his double nomination … Continue reading Shehu Sani aupports Shettima’s right to seek multiple office at the same time
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has expressed his future plans, stating that he may pursue a career as a freelance journalist or return to farming after leaving office on May 29. He also acknowledged that money was given to … Continue reading Governor Ortom reflects on future plans after May 29
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Kaduna has ordered that Adamu Isah receive eight strokes of the cane for stealing ten live chickens. The Magistrate, Ibrahim Emmanuel, cautioned Isah to refrain from criminal activities and to exhibit good behavior in the … Continue reading Kaduna man receives eight strokes of the cane for stealing live chickens
The Enugu State Police Command has announced the arrest of four individuals involved in ATM card-swapping fraud. The suspects, consisting of three males and one female aged between 18 and 36, were apprehended on May 6, 2023, at approximately 4:30 … Continue reading Enugu state police apprehends ATM card swapping fraudsters
Abike Dabiri, the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has expressed her dissatisfaction with the broadcasters and presenters of Arise Television regarding comments made during Emdee Tiamiyu’s interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), which seemed to support … Continue reading Abike Dabiri displeased with Arise TV presenters’ comments on UK student ban
A bill aimed at compensating victims of the EndSARS protest has passed its second reading in the Senate. Sponsored by Senator Gershom Bassey of the Peoples Democratic Party from Cross River State, the bill is titled “A Bill for an … Continue reading Senate advances bill to compensate victims of #EndSARS protest
A Jamaican DJ based in the UK, DJ Magic Jay, has shared an incident where he was allegedly slapped by Grammy-award-winning Nigerian singer, Wizkid, at a London event in 2018. Despite being a fan of Nigerian afrobeats music, DJ Magic … Continue reading Wizkid allegedly slaps Jamaican DJ at London event – DJ Magic Jay shares his experience
Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has emphasized his commitment to fighting for the rights of Nigerian workers, even if it means stepping on toes and facing opposition. During a visit to the Senior Staff Union in … Continue reading President of NLC vows to fight for workers’ rights, faces opposition
The Ogun State government has refuted claims made by Segun Sowunmi, a PDP stalwart, that Governor Dapo Abiodun was responsible for losing the N19 billion Dangote Refinery project to Lagos State. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary … Continue reading Ogun state government refutes blame for losing Dangote refinery project to Lagos
Adunni Ade, a US-born Nigerian actress, has denied allegations that she owed the late actor Murphy Afolabi N250,000 before his death. Afolabi passed away on May 14, 2023, after slipping and falling in the bathroom. During his eight-day Muslim burial … Continue reading Adunni Ade refutes allegations of debt to late actor Murphy Afolabi
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti expressed his gratitude towards his family members following his release from police custody after eight days. In a Facebook post shared on Tuesday night, Kuti acknowledged that despite being an “orphan,” he still had family support. … Continue reading Seun Kuti expresses gratitude for family and supporters following release from custody
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the dissolution of the state executive council and the termination of all political appointments in the state. The governor has instructed all affected appointees to hand over any government properties under their … Continue reading Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde, dissolves executive council and terminates political appointments
Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has addressed persistent rumors of a romantic relationship with her best friend, singer Janelle Monáe. In a recent Rolling Stone cover story, Nyong’o acknowledged why people might assume they are romantically involved but refused to definitively … Continue reading Lupita Nyong’o addresses romance rumors with Janelle Monáe in rolling stone cover story
According to local media reports, thousands of people uprooted by the conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region took to the streets on Tuesday, demanding the opportunity to return to their homes and calling for the withdrawal of what they referred to … Continue reading Displaced Ethiopians in Tigray rally for return home and withdrawal of “Invading forces”
The Senegalese prosecutor is now advocating for a 10-year prison sentence for opposition leader Ousmane Sonko in a rape case that has caused tensions in the West African nation. Sonko, who enjoys great popularity among young people, has labeled the … Continue reading Senegalese prosecutor seeks 10 year jail term for opposition leader Ousmane Sonko in controversial rape case
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