Grammy-nominated afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, has provided an explanation for why he taunted comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, following the fire that engulfed AY’s multimillion-naira mansion in Lagos. Kuti revealed that he mocked AY due to AY’s previous … Continue reading Seun Kuti explains why he mocked AY after his mansion got burnt (video)
Officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reportedly apprehended more than 70 students at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State. The arrests occurred in hostels located outside the campus. Multiple sources within Ile-Ife confirmed these events … Continue reading EFCC arrests over 70 OAU students
The Federal Government has unveiled ambitious plans to introduce one million Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicles by the year 2027. The announcement came during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Bank of Industry headquarters in Abuja, with the revelation … Continue reading FG set to launch one million CNG vehicles by 2027
In a coordinated effort between the Anambra State Government and the state police command, a successful operation was conducted to rescue two underaged girls and 18 other individuals who were being exploited for prostitution in a hotel located in Oba … Continue reading Anambra police rescue 20 girls in prostitution scheme
The Vice-Chancellor of McPherson University, Ajebo, Ogun State, Francis Igbasan, has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to maintain neutrality in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict due to the nation’s diverse population. Igbasan made this appeal during a conference organized … Continue reading VC urges Nigerian government to maintain neutrality in Israel-Palestine conflict
In Gaza, telecommunications and internet services have suffered another crippling blackout, marking the second such incident in less than a week, according to the Palestinian Telecommunications Company (Paltel). The agency, in a statement, expressed regret for the complete interruption of … Continue reading Gaza faces complete internet and phone shutdown
During the second day of his state visit to Kenya, King Charles III expressed remorse for the colonial-era abuses that occurred under British rule in the country. He acknowledged there was “no excuse” for the atrocities that took place during … Continue reading King Charles visits Kenya
Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi, who secured his eighth Ballon d’Or award in a ceremony held in Paris on October 30, was presented with a set of eight golden rings by sportswear company Adidas. Each of these 14-carat gold rings … Continue reading Lionel Messi receives eight gold rings to commemorate each Ballon d’Or win
The Senate, on Tuesday, October 31, gave its approval for the appointment of Mr. Zak Adedeji as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). During his screening at the upper chamber, Adedeji pledged to enhance the country’s revenue … Continue reading Senate confirms Zak Adedeji as FIRS chairman
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy recently disclosed how he declined a $5 million performance offer in Dubai, UAE. He cited his refusal to perform in Dubai due to strict anti-smoking laws, which would prevent him from smoking weed during his … Continue reading Burna Boy rejects $5m Dubai gig for not being allowed to smoke weed
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced its plan to allocate a more substantial portion of its annual direct disbursements following an improvement in tax collections. Sonny Echono, the Executive Secretary of TETFund, revealed this information during an interactive … Continue reading TETFund plans higher disbursement to institutions for 2024
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has entered into a partnership with the African Export-Import Bank and Access Bank to support long-term infrastructure projects in the state. This collaboration was formalized at the Africaribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2023 in Guyana … Continue reading Lagos state secures $1.352b partnership for fourth mainland bridge
Nigerian celebrity chef, Hilda Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, recently opened up about her challenging family situation in a candid interview with Taymesan on the ‘Tea with Tay’ podcast. The Guinness World Record holder recounted how she was disowned … Continue reading Hilda Baci shares story about how her father disowned her
President Bola Tinubu raised concerns on Monday regarding the state of Nigeria’s power sector privatisation, emphasizing that it has not fully achieved its goals despite being in private hands for a decade. During the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry’s market participants … Continue reading Tinubu advocates N2tn recapitalization for discos and tariff review
Saudi Arabia is on course to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup after Australia officially declared it would not bid for the tournament. The Kingdom submitted a letter of intent to FIFA earlier this month, following FIFA’s announcement that only … Continue reading Saudi Arabia set to host 2034 world cup as Australia withdraws from bidding
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, held a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on October 31. During the meeting, the two prominent politicians, who are members … Continue reading Wike and Gov. Fubara meets at aso villa amid impeachment crisis
Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha and a former contestant on Big Brother Naija, has responded to the reported attempt by members of the Rivers State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Sim Fubara. An alleged impeachment move against Governor … Continue reading Tacha challenges Rivers lawmakers to disclose Gov Fubara’s crimes
Nollywood actor John Okafor, widely known as Mr. Ibu, has successfully undergone five surgeries. The legendary actor, who recently celebrated his 63rd birthday from a hospital bed, had initially appealed to the public for assistance in covering his medical expenses, … Continue reading Mr Ibu successfully completes five surgeries, awaits further treatment
Nigerian Breweries Plc has disclosed its unaudited financial statement for the third quarter ending on September 30, 2023, revealing a total revenue of N402 billion. This marked a 2% increase compared to the N393 billion generated in the same period … Continue reading Nigerian breweries reports N402bn revenue for Q3 2023
The Supreme Court has rescheduled the hearing on the application submitted by the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to unseat Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State to December 5, 2023. Originally, the hearing was set to commence on October 31, … Continue reading Court adjourns case seeking Uzodinma’s removal
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially clarified that it has no intentions of redenominating or restructuring the Nigerian naira notes in the year 2024. This statement was made in response to circulating text messages suggesting otherwise. In a … Continue reading CBN denies plans to redenominate naira in 2024
The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has emphasized that the entire population of Gaza is experiencing dehumanization, with thousands of children losing their lives in Israeli airstrikes. UNRWA has been advocating for a humanitarian ceasefire to provide essential aid … Continue reading UN warns of dehumanization and child casualties in Gaza conflict
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as the number of displaced people in the country reaches an all-time high of 6.9 million, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). This surge in displacement … Continue reading UN records 6.9m internally displaced people in DR Congo
Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called for the immediate removal of Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, accusing him of orchestrating a plot to impeach Rivers State Governor, Siminilaye … Continue reading Timi Frank calls on Tinubu to remove Nyesom Wike as FCT minister
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Kaduna State has taken a resolute stand to eliminate fake doctors and quacks from the medical profession within the state. Dr. Madaki David Sheyin, the State NMA Chairman, made this declaration during a press … Continue reading NMA Kaduna resolves to eliminate quack doctors in the state
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