The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has taken decisive action by revoking 165 plots of land located in the serviced districts of the Federal Capital City due to a lack of development. This development was disclosed in … Continue reading Wike revokes 165 plots of land in Abuja
American actress Kerry Washington has candidly revealed her harrowing journey battling an eating disorder, including moments when she contemplated suicide. In an intimate interview with Robin Roberts for a 20/20 special, Washington shared the depths of her struggle, describing how … Continue reading Kerry Washington opens up about suicidal thoughts at some point in her life
President Bola Tinubu has stressed the global significance of Nigeria, warning that neglecting the country would have dire consequences for the entire world. During a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres at the UN Headquarters Office in New York … Continue reading Tinubu urges world leaders not to overlook Nigeria’s significance
On Thursday night, a gathering of supporters and fans paying tribute to the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, reportedly faced teargas dispersal at the Lekki Tollgate in Lagos State. The event, organized as a candlelight procession in … Continue reading Sympathizers teargassed at Lekki tollgate during Mohbad tribute event
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has distanced itself from the tragic killing of eight security personnel, including soldiers, policemen, and members of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, who were ambushed and set ablaze by unidentified gunmen in … Continue reading IPOB denies involvement in Imo killings as FG promises justice
Nigeria’s raw material exports have taken a substantial hit, with a year-on-year decline of N285 billion. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria has attributed this significant drop to the government’s apparent neglect of the productive sector, calling attention to the consequences … Continue reading Government neglect blamed for N285 billion decline in raw material exports – MAN
Gunshots were discharged near the heavily fortified United States Embassy in Lebanon, with no reported injuries, according to an embassy representative on Thursday. The incident occurred at approximately 10:37 PM local time on Wednesday, near the entrance of the U.S. … Continue reading Shots fired near US embassy in Lebanon, no casualties reported
The Jigawa State Police Command has apprehended a 27-year-old man, Kamilu Bappa, for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Department of State Services (DSS). According to DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, the command’s spokesperson, who made this disclosure in a statement … Continue reading Fake DSS officer arrested for job scam in Jigawa state
Tragic events unfolded when Asemota John Etinosa, a 26-year-old man, was reportedly beaten to death by his friends over a sum of $46,000. His untimely demise occurred on Sunday, September 17. According to his sister, the ordeal began when John … Continue reading Young man allegedly murdered by friends over $46,000
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has released grim statistics indicating that 75 individuals lost their lives in road traffic accidents in Lagos State between January and August. The FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Babatunde Farinloye, conveyed this information to reporters … Continue reading Lagos reports 75 fatalities in eight months – FRSC
A female judge in Cúcuta, Colombia, is facing controversy and potential repercussions after a video surfaced in which she received a lap dance from a muscular man within the confines of a courthouse. Judge Vivian PolanÃa was captured in the … Continue reading Female judge under scrutiny after lap dance video surfaces in courthouse
Kenneth Petty, the spouse of famous rapper Nicki Minaj, has been sentenced to 120 days of house arrest for violating the terms of his probation. The violation occurred when Petty posted videos on social media that were interpreted as threats … Continue reading Nicki Minaj’s husband placed on house arrest for threats against Offset
Blessing Karami, a 26-year-old student at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), who had been declared missing in Abuja, has tragically been discovered dead. She was reported missing after leaving her workplace in Garki, Abuja, on September 11, 2023. … Continue reading 26 year old woman declared missing in Abuja found dead
The Jigawa State Police Command has made significant arrests in connection with various criminal activities in the state. The suspects include armed robbers, vandals, and thieves, and they were apprehended in different locations within the state. As a result of … Continue reading Jigawa police nab suspected armed robbers in series of arrests
President Bola Tinubu, currently at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, extended heartfelt birthday wishes to his wife, First Lady Remi Tinubu, who turns 63. In a personal letter, President Tinubu expressed deep admiration for his wife, referring … Continue reading Tinubu expresses love and gratitude to wife on her 63rd birthday
Kano State, Nigeria, has imposed a 24-hour curfew to maintain peace and order following the removal of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf by the state’s Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal. The tribunal declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nasir … Continue reading Police enforce 24 hour curfew in Kano as tribunal sacks governor
In response to the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8, King Mohammed VI has announced a significant financial commitment to aid in the recovery process. According to BBC reports, the Moroccan government will allocate $11.6 million (equivalent to … Continue reading Morocco allocates $11.6 million for earthquake recovery efforts
Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to former President Muhammadu Buhari, disclosed on Wednesday that Buhari expressed regret over some decisions made during his tenure and believed he could have handled certain matters better. Speaking at an … Continue reading Buhari expresses regret over certain presidential decisions – Adesina
Elon Musk’s contentious biotech venture, Neuralink, has initiated the recruitment process for its inaugural human clinical trial, according to a recent company blog post. Following approval from an independent review board, Neuralink is now prepared to offer brain implants to … Continue reading Elon Musk’s brain implant firm sets to start trials on humans
Inflation in the UK surprised economists by declining in August, marking the third consecutive month of decrease. Official data revealed that the annual inflation rate dropped to 6.7% in August, down from 6.8% in July, signaling the slowest price increase … Continue reading UK inflation falls unexpectedly in August amid slowing food prices
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has pledged to allocate sufficient funds for education within the state’s budget. This commitment was made during the 23rd matriculation ceremony held at the Zamfara College of Arts and Science (ZACAS) in Gusau, the … Continue reading Zamfara gov. commits to adequate education funding
In a show of unity and determination, hundreds of youths in Akure, the capital of Ondo State, organized a protest to demand justice for the late Nigerian artist, Promise Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad-Imole. Clad in black attire, these … Continue reading Ondo youths march in protest, demanding justice for MohBad’s death
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft operating as part of Operation Hadin Kai successfully destroyed a gun truck and eliminated eight terrorists in Baranga village, Marte Local Government Area of Borno. The airstrike took place during an armed reconnaissance mission … Continue reading NAF airstrike destroys gun truck and neutralizes 8 terrorists in Borno
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the musician known as Mohbad, also known as Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba. He described the loss as significant not only to Yorubaland, Nigeria, but to … Continue reading Oluwo of Iwo: Mohbad’s death a colossal loss to the world
The Kano Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has declared Nasiru Gawuna of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the March 18 election, removing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf from office. The tribunal’s judgment was delivered virtually via the Zoom … Continue reading Tribunal removes governor Abba Yusuf, declares APC’s Gawuna winner in Kano state
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