Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on the 10th Senate to endorse President Bola Tinubu’s ambitious development plans for Nigeria, which he believes are unmatched since the nation’s founding fathers. Akpabio made this appeal during his address at the … Continue reading Akpabio calls for support of Tinubu’s development plans
The Commissioner of Police for the Lagos State Police Command, CP Idowu Owohunwa, has issued an immediate order for the removal of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Meiran Police Station. This decision comes in response to allegations of leadership … Continue reading Lagos police commissioner removes DPO amid allegations of extortion
Shamsudeen Abubakar, the Senior Special Assistant on Islamic Education to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, lost his life in a car accident that occurred on Tuesday, October 17, near the Rigachikun area of the state. His untimely death … Continue reading Tragic car accident claims life of Katsina governor’s aide
Inter Miami’s head coach Tata Martino has expressed doubt about Lionel Messi’s involvement in the remaining 2023 MLS season. Miami’s hopes of making the playoffs were dashed after a 1-0 defeat to Cincinnati, signaling an end to their campaign. Messi’s … Continue reading Lionel Messi unlikely to play another MLS game this season – Inter Miami coach
On October 18, the embassies of Israel and the United States in Argentina received bomb threats. The Israeli embassy in Buenos Aires, located near the presidency, was evacuated with a significant police presence on the scene. Police sources, speaking anonymously, … Continue reading US and Israeli embassies in Argentina evacuated due to bomb threats
In a bid to support the poultry and fishery (feed mill) sectors, the Kwara State Government has initiated the distribution of maize at a highly subsidized rate, offering it at 44.5% of the market value. A joint statement by Dr. … Continue reading Kwara state offers subsidized maize to poultry and fish farmers
Fraudsters have targeted the African Union Commission, employing artificial intelligence techniques to impersonate the Commission’s head, Moussa Faki. Moussa Faki, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, typically initiates contact with global leaders via formal letters known as “note verbale” … Continue reading Fraudsters utilize AI to impersonate African Union chief, Moussa Faki
The Nigerian Senate has deferred deliberation on a motion proposing the reopening of the borders between Nigeria and Niger. Following the ousting of Niger’s civilian government, the Nigerian government closed all borders with Niger and halted power supply to the … Continue reading Senate withdraws motion to reopen Nigeria-Niger border
US former prisoner, Leonard Allan Cure, who was released after spending nearly 16 years in jail, was shot and killed by a Camden County Sheriff’s Deputy during a traffic stop. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) confirmed the fatal shooting, … Continue reading Man wrongfully jailed for 16 years, shot dead by police three years after freedom
Barcelona President Joan Laporta has faced charges in connection with the ongoing investigations into alleged bribes paid to referees, according to a Spanish court’s announcement on Wednesday. The club itself, along with two former presidents, Josep Maria Bartomeu and Sandro … Continue reading Barcelona president Joan Laporta charged in referee scandal
In a recent incident in various areas of Zamfara State, bandits have taken the lives of at least three individuals and abducted over 51 others, including a district head. The unfortunate event transpired on Tuesday when a group of armed … Continue reading Three feared dead, district head, and 50 others kidnapped in Zamfara attack
In a recent interview with the CTRL Room, popular rapper Odumodublvck, born Tochukwu Ojogwu, shared his perspective on the state of hip-hop in Nigeria and how he chose to navigate the music industry. The “Declan Rice” crooner expressed his belief … Continue reading Nigerians have no regard for hip-hop – Odumodu
Conor McGregor, the UFC champion, will not face criminal charges in connection with allegations of sexual assault made against him in June. The accusations stemmed from an incident during an NBA Finals game at the Kaseya Center, where a woman … Continue reading Conor McGregor cleared of sexual assault allegations
A delegation comprising the G-5 group of governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), consisting of four former governors and one incumbent governor, engaged in discussions with President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday evening, October 17, at the Presidential Villa, Aso … Continue reading G-5 governors hold talks with Tinubu at Aso Rock
The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, has issued a plea to its members in the House of Representatives, urging them to decline the reported N130 million worth of car gifts offered by the National Assembly. The … Continue reading Labour party urges members to rejects N130 million vehicles for lawmakers
U.S. President Joe Biden has landed in Israel with an urgent mission to prevent the ongoing conflict with Hamas from escalating into a broader war, particularly in the aftermath of a devastating explosion at a Gaza hospital that claimed the … Continue reading Biden arrives in Tel Aviv to meet with Israeli PM following Gaza hospital attack (photos)
Kingsley Achife, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC), revealed on Monday that residential consumers in Ogun State owed the company more than N67 billion. He emphasized the importance of customers settling their debts to avoid … Continue reading IBEDC expresses concern over N67bn debt from Ogun customers
Domestic airlines are adopting new strategies to cope with the challenges posed by high operating costs in the aviation industry. One approach is to increase the number of flight seats available to accommodate more passengers and generate additional revenue. Susan … Continue reading Airlines expand seating capacity to offset high operating costs
During a solidarity visit to Israel, United States President Joe Biden expressed his support for Israel’s account of the devastating hospital strike in Gaza. He stated that based on the information he had seen, it appeared that the strike was … Continue reading Biden supports Israel’s Gaza hospital strike and condemns Hamas
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced its intention to revisit the penalties imposed on exporters of substandard products. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, conveyed this during a press conference held on … Continue reading NAFDAC to reevaluate sanctions for substandard product exporters
Kano State’s Head of Service, Usman Bala, has provided insight into the recent implementation of competency examinations for civil servants in the state. According to Bala, this measure is intended to establish a benchmark for promoting officers based not only … Continue reading Competency examination introduced for Kano civil servants
X, the social networking platform backed by Elon Musk, has unveiled a new initiative requiring new, unverified accounts to subscribe for a $1 annual fee, enabling them to post and engage with other content on the platform. This program is … Continue reading X initiates $1 annual fee for new users
The Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against Michael Anan Onimisi for allegedly creating a software named “Bee-Leaf” and “Real-Eve” to defraud First City Monument Bank Plc of N17,785,010.75. Onimisi stands accused … Continue reading Software developer faces EFCC charges for bank fraud in Kaduna
A Nigerian couple, Deacon and Mrs. Aniefiok Friday, have celebrated the arrival of their long-awaited child, a baby girl named Utibe-Abasi (Miracle) Marvelous. The joyous news was shared by a family member, Faith Isangedihi, in a Facebook post on October … Continue reading Nigerian couple welcomes baby after 18 years
Tiwa Savage has made the difficult decision to postpone all her upcoming performances, including her highly anticipated first-ever headline arena show in London. The “Somebody’s Son” singer cited an ongoing battle with a virus that has taken a toll on … Continue reading Tiwa Savage delays all performances due to ongoing illness
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