Ninalowo Bolanle, took to his verified Instagram handle, @iamnino_b, on Friday to announce the end of his marriage to Bunmi, expressing that he has now embraced the harsh reality of this separation. Bolanle, however, remains hopeful that this parting, though … Continue reading Nollywood star actor, Ninalowo, announces divorce from wife
Chelsea has completed the signing of England Under-21 forward Cole Palmer from Manchester City in a deal valued at an initial £40 million ($50 million). Palmer has committed to a seven-year contract with Chelsea, which includes a club option for … Continue reading Chelsea completes signing of Cole Palmer from Manchester City
The Nigerian Bar Association has clarified the reason for singer Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, performing at their 2023 Annual General Conference. Contrary to rumors that the artist was paid to perform, the National Publicity Secretary of the NBA, … Continue reading NBA explains Portable’s performance at 2023 conference
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council has announced its decision to “immediately suspend” Gabon in response to the recent military coup that removed President Ali Bongo from power on August 30, 2023. The council, voicing its condemnation of the … Continue reading AU suspends Gabon after military coup
Niger’s recent military junta, which assumed control of the country last month, announced its decision on Thursday to withdraw the French ambassador’s diplomatic immunity and direct the police to expel him from the country. Sylvain Itte’s visa and those of … Continue reading Niger’s junta orders police to remove French ambassador
Lagos State Government’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has reported that it received a total of 5,624 cases of Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) within a year. Ms. Titilayo Shitta-Bey, the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State … Continue reading Lagos registers 5,624 cases of sexual and gender based violence in one year
Dr. Yunusa Sunusi, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Hasiya Bayero Paediatric Hospital, has been removed from his position merely three weeks after the hospital’s reopening. The decision, announced by Samira Sulaiman, a spokesperson for the Hospital Management Board (HMB), … Continue reading Kano government dismisses hospital CMD over capacity concerns
Manchester City’s forward Erling Haaland has secured the title of UEFA Men’s Player of the Year. This honor was unveiled during the Champions League group stage draw, where he triumphed over his colleague Kevin De Bruyne and Lionel Messi of … Continue reading Erling Haaland wins UEFA men’s player of the year award
In July 2023, Martin and Yosef jointly communicated their decision to end their 6-year marital relationship. The former partners stated their intentions to conclude the marriage with mutual respect and appreciation for the time spent together as a couple. The … Continue reading Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef reach resolution in divorce proceedings
In the aftermath of President Ali Bongo’s removal from power, the junta in Gabon has declared its dedication to upholding all commitments domestically and internationally. The Committee for the Transition and Restoration of Institutions (CTRI), newly established in Gabon, has … Continue reading Gabon junta assures commitment to honoring all commitments following coup
United Nations sanctions against Mali are set to expire on Thursday, August 31, as a result of Russia’s veto against renewing the sanctions regime that targeted those violating a 2015 peace agreement, obstructing aid distribution, engaging in human rights violations, … Continue reading Russia’s veto leads to conclusion of UN sanctions in Mali
Over the past two years, a disturbing pattern has emerged, revealing that a substantial number of both senior bank executives and junior staff members, totaling at least 110 individuals, have been dismissed due to their involvement in fraud-related activities. This … Continue reading 110 executives and staff dismissed for involvement in N82 billion bank fraud
Police authorities have verified the unfortunate demise of Priscilla Galadima, a 16-year-old girl from Barkin-Sale in Minna, Niger State. The tragic incident occurred when she was attempting to cross the road near the Shiroro roundabout and was struck by a … Continue reading Tragic tanker accident claims life of teenage girl in Niger state
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has lauded the World Health Organisation, Federal Ministry of Health and the investigative team working on the Kangaroo Mother Care Project for low-weight babies, for choosing the state among the five states that will … Continue reading Adeleke celebrates WHO over ‘Kangaroo Mother Care’ initiative
Just before the upcoming reopening of primary and secondary schools in the state, Mr. Abiola Oladapo, a member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, has generously bestowed educational materials upon over 1,000 pupils in the region. As the representative … Continue reading Ondo state lawmaker gifts education materials to 1,000 pupils
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has issued a directive for all international airlines to temporarily leave the Murtala Mohammed International Airport by October 1, 2023. The purpose of this action is to facilitate comprehensive maintenance work at … Continue reading MMIA to be shut down by FG from October 1
In what is seen as a response to recent coups in Niger and Gabon, both the Rwandan and Cameroonian governments have undertaken military reshuffles. According to Rwanda’s News Times, the Federal Government has approved the retirement of 12 generals and … Continue reading Rwanda retires 12 generals, Cameroon reshuffles officers in response to regional turmoil
The Chairman of Ijebu East Local Government Area in Ogun State, Wale Adedayo, has been suspended by a group of councilors for a duration of three months. The suspension arises from allegations of maladministration and financial mismanagement against him. Responding … Continue reading Ogun local government chairman suspended after accusation of funds diversion against Abiodun
Nigerian artist Tems, known for her Grammy-winning work, has revealed her fearless determination in switching from the popular afrobeats genre to pursue R&B music. In a recent conversation with American rapper Kendrick Lamar for Interview Magazine, Tems shared that she … Continue reading ‘I was ready to face death’ – Tems opens up about pursuing R&B over afrobeats
Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has expressed his lack of surprise regarding the recent military coup in Gabon. This statement from Fani-Kayode comes in response to the overthrow of power in the Central African nation. Army officers in Gabon … Continue reading Fani-Kayode Warns: Expect more coups, no surprise in Gabon
Bauchi State Governor, Sen. Bala Mohammed, has instructed the swift closure of the school where the lifeless body of a teenage boy, Mohammed Abidin Musa, was discovered. The unfortunate incident involved the suspected removal of some of Musa’s vital organs … Continue reading Bauchi governor mandates school closure following murder of teenage boy
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) recently issued a warning regarding anticipated flooding in the River Benue Basin. According to the alert, Cameroon intends to release water from the Lagdo Dam, which could lead to severe flooding. In 2016, Nigeria … Continue reading Nigeria prepares for impending flood disaster as lagdo dam release approaches
The Nigerian Army has rejected claims of attempting to take over land in Osun State for a proposed community intervention project. Brig. Gen Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, issued a statement titled “Re: Complaints of Orolu Community, of … Continue reading Nigerian army refutes alleged land seizure attempt in Osun community
Tragedy struck as two church attendees, Femi Akinola and Tunde Falade, lost their lives by drowning in a river during a swimming outing on Monday. The incident occurred in the Cherubim and Seraphim Church at Onikoko, near the Itori region … Continue reading Two people drown in Ogun river
Military officers in Gabon took control of the country through a televised announcement on Wednesday. The officers stated that they were annulling the results of the recent election, where President Ali Bongo was declared the winner. Identifying themselves as members … Continue reading Gabon’s military officers remove Bongo and declare assumption of power
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