2Baba, also known as Innocent Ujah Idibia, has criticized Nigerians for excessively involving themselves in his family affairs. The iconic African Queen singer acknowledged that despite his attempts to appear unfazed by Nigerians’ criticisms of his family over the years, … Continue reading Haters express concern about my family, but none help with my children’s school fees – 2baba
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, has announced that the government is preparing to introduce Humanitarian funds aimed at uplifting 133 million Nigerians from poverty. She shared this information during an interview with Channels Television on … Continue reading Edu announces FG’s plans to introduce humanitarian fund for poverty alleviation
Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has urged the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to promptly investigate Chicago State University for withholding President Bola Tinubu’s academic records. Frank’s … Continue reading Timi Frank calls on FBI to investigate Chicago state university’s withholding of Tinubu’s academic records
Dangote Group has attained the title of Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand, achieving a robust score of 86.2% on the brand strength measurement index during the comprehensive 2023 top brand perception assessment conducted by Top 50 Brands Nigeria. The organization revealed … Continue reading Dangote Group awarded ‘Most Valuable Brand’
Foreign companies such as Google, Netflix, and Facebook that are operating in Nigeria have contributed more than N1.98 trillion in taxes to the Federal Government over the course of 15 months, as revealed by investigative findings. This substantial amount encompasses … Continue reading Nigerian govt. receives N2 trillion in taxes from Google, Facebook, and foreign companies
Former US President Donald Trump was arrested in a Georgia jail on charges of racketeering and conspiracy related to an alleged effort to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. After a brief stay at Atlanta’s Fulton County Jail, … Continue reading Trump arrested in election case: Mug shot released amid legal battles
Fraud is causing trouble for Nigerian banks, according to a report by FITC. In the first half of 2023, there were 24,232 cases of fraud in these banks. The report looked at different types of fraud, including mobile fraud, computer/web … Continue reading Report reveals banks’ loss of N6 billion to fraud in six month period
Experts are urging Small and Medium Scale Business (SMB) owners and operators to give high priority to physical fitness and health check-ups as they make critical decisions for their businesses. This advice was shared during the United Bank for Africa … Continue reading UBA seminar offers health tips to SME operators
Kmart’s Anko brand products are poised to make an appearance in Target stores, as the parent company Wesfarmers revealed its plans to introduce “select Anko ranges across hard home and general merchandise” into Target stores starting from early 2024. Approximately … Continue reading Major change expected at Target stores: Kmart’s Anko brand products to be introduced
The United States Justice Department has initiated legal action against SpaceX on Thursday, alleging that the rocket company, led by Elon Musk, has engaged in discriminatory hiring practices against asylum seekers and refugees. The lawsuit asserts that SpaceX’s actions violated … Continue reading US justice department files lawsuit against SpaceX over hiring practices
President Bola Tinubu has given his endorsement for a group of Islamic leaders, known as Ulama, to revisit Niger Republic to engage in additional rounds of dialogue with the current coup leaders. This decision was made on Thursday following a … Continue reading Tinubu dispatches islamic leaders to Niger republic for further dialogue
The administration of Kano State has given the green light for the allocation of N854 million towards the Auren Zaurawa Mass Wedding Initiative. The Executive Council of the state has also granted approval for the disbursement of N700 million to … Continue reading Kano government approves N854 million for mass wedding
A man named Onyebuchi Remi Enusoi was apprehended on allegations of defrauding a Point of Sale (PoS) operator of N100,000 in Kwale, Delta State. The incident was shared by Odubenu Constance Anumati through a Facebook post on August 24, 2023. … Continue reading Man arrested for N100,000 fraud against PoS operator in Delta
The Nasarawa State Police Command has apprehended three individuals believed to be involved in the kidnapping of a two-year-old boy in the Karu Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer for the state, DSP Ramhan Nansel, … Continue reading Suspected kidnappers of two year old boy arrested by police in Nasarawa
The Court of Appeal in Owerri, Imo State, has made a significant ruling that entails the removal of Julius Abure from his position and the official recognition of Lamido Apapa as the National Chairman of the Labour Party. In addition … Continue reading Appeal court removes Abure, confirms Apapa as national chairman of LP
The Spartanburg Police Department in North Carolina has apprehended Ny’keira Ty’shae Allen, a 21-year-old woman, and her boyfriend, Tereike Da’shaun Woods, following allegations of fatally stabbing her uncle. The incident unfolded on Fisher Avenue at approximately 1:20 a.m. on August … Continue reading Woman, 21, and boyfriend accused of fatally stabbing her uncle
Ghanaian dancehall sensation, Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., professionally known as Shatta Wale, has made a bold declaration asserting that no Ghanaian artist currently holds the same level of fame and prominence as Nigerian singer Asake. The statement was made … Continue reading Asake is bigger than all Ghanaian artistes – Shatta Wale
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy, also known as Damini Ogulu, has shared the unique inspiration behind his upcoming seventh studio album titled ‘I Told Them.’ Burna Boy disclosed the backstory during a recent interview with the American media outlet Complex. … Continue reading Burna Boy draws inspiration from Twitter for upcoming album ‘I Told Them’
Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom Appeals for Calm among Supporters Criticizing Governor Hyacinth Alia’s Administration. The current government accused Ortom and his team of misusing state funds. The ex-governor was questioned by the EFCC on June 21, 2023, and … Continue reading Ortom asks supporters to stay calm amid attacks on Benue government
Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan, reigning world champion and record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, has progressed to the final of the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. On Wednesday, she secured her place in the final by winning … Continue reading Amusan qualifies smoothly for final, prepared to defend world title
Mathew Obinna, boasting an impressive record of 22 wins with 22 knockouts, is preparing to battle Malawi’s Isaac Chilemba for the vacant Universal Boxing Organisation world light heavyweight title. The 35-year-old Lagos-born fighter faces a significant challenge as the bout … Continue reading Opportunity knocks for Nigerian boxer Obinna in UBO world title bid
Idowu Owohunwa, the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, revealed on Wednesday during the unveiling of the Complaint Response Unit by the acting Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, that criminal elements within the state are displaying an increasing ability to … Continue reading Rising local firearms production in Lagos raises concerns – CP
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has urged the Nigerian government, after a National Executive Council meeting at the University of Maiduguri, to promptly pay the outstanding promotion arrears owed to its members. The union emphasized that this action … Continue reading ASUU Warns FG: Release promotion arrears or face threat to industrial peace
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed rumors claiming that he purchased a N300 million Armoured Lexus car upon taking office. He refuted these reports during his visit to the Abuja Light Rail. Addressing reporters, he … Continue reading Wike denies purchase of N300 million bulletproof car
Less than 12 individuals suspected of being involved in internet fraud, often called Yahoo boys, have been apprehended for allegedly burying a newborn baby alive in Rivers State. The arrests took place at the Andoni waterfront in Eagle Island, Port … Continue reading Yahoo boys arrested for burying newborn baby alive in Rivers state
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