September 2024

Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has ordered the release of 19 inmates serving various sentences across state prisons. This decision is part of a broader initiative involving 117 convicts who are set to benefit from the governor’s prerogative of mercy, reflecting a commitment to rehabilitation within the justice system. The governor’s directive follows recommendations…

A High Court in Abeokuta, Ogun State, issued a ruling limiting the locations where members of the #FearlessInOctober protest groups can gather. The court, presided over by Justice Tajudeen A. Okunsokan, designated four specific venues for the protests: the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Gateway International Stadium in Sagamu, Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode,…

Michael Anugwa, the Deputy Controller of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) and officer in charge of the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kirikiri, Lagos, has denied reports of his suspension. Anugwa’s denial comes after popular crossdresser Bobrisky, who served a four-month jail term for naira misuse, was implicated in a bribery Scandal. Anugwa’s tenure has…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the All Progressives Congress (APC) led Federal Government to immediately reduce the pump price of fuel and stem the slide in the value of the Naira. The opposition party also charged Nigerians to use the 2024 Independence Day Anniversary to reawaken the spirit of Nationalism in defence of…

Israeli forces have initiated limited incursions into Lebanon, as the United States confirmed on Monday. This action follows Israel’s vow to continue its fight against Hezbollah, particularly after the killing of the militant group’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in a significant strike on Beirut. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that the battle is far from…

Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara has reaffirmed that the local government elections scheduled for October 5 will proceed as planned. During a visit to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), he urged its staff to uphold integrity in their duties, stating, “I don’t care who nominated you but do the right thing.” His…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently clarified its decision to drop money laundering charges against popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky. According to Daily Trust, The EFCC’s prosecutor, Bilkisu Buhari, addressed the House of Representatives Adhoc Committee, stating that the decision stemmed from findings that supported charges related to naira abuse instead….

A courtroom in the Kwara state high court complex in Ilorin, the state capital, has been gutted by fire. An eyewitness disclosed to the press that the fire incident occurred on Sunday night, September 29, completely destroying one courtroom before being brought under control by the State Fire Service. As reported by The Punch on…

The House of Representatives has issued a strong warning to social media influencer Verydarkman, threatening to arrest him for his refusal to address the parliament regarding his allegations. Verydarkman has stated that he will only allow his lawyer to speak, citing the absence of Bobrisky as the reason for his non-compliance. However, committee members are…

Very Dark Man has asked rapper Folarin Falana aka Falz to come join hands with him to fight the corruption in Nigeria. In a post shared on his Instagram page, VDM said if Falz saw the “nonsense” going on at the House of Representatives investigative panel, he would drop the lawsuit he filed against him….

The reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, on Monday, inspected some ongoing projects in the state capital, Benin, noting that he has since resumed and ready to work with Governor Godwin Obaseki. Shaibu inspected the Raddison Blu Hotel, the Museum of West Africa Art, Sepele Road and roads under construction in the state…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced the exchange rates for cargo clearance at the nation’s seaports and airports. According to information on the official trade portal of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), the Nigeria Customs duty rate now stands at N1637.692 a dollar as at Monday, September 30, 2024. The new rate reflects…

Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, was noticeably absent during the meeting held by the National Assembly today regarding his case with EFCC. Recall that social media activist Verydarkman leaked an audio call alleging that Bobrisky bribed EFCC N15m to drop his money laundering charges and that he was also allowed to serve his 6-month…

Nigerian social media critic, Vincent Martins Otse aka VeryDarkMan has now apologised to human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN). On September 30, 2024, VDM appeared in front of the House of Representatives with his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, after being invited to speak on the allegations that crossdresser Idris ‘Bobrisky’ Okuneye paid a N15 million bribe…

Deji Adeyanju, lawyer to social media influencer, Mr Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has claimed his team has additional evidence not available online in the ongoing alleged bribery case. Adeyanju stated this while addressing the joint committee investigating allegations of corruption against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigerian Correctional Services, and popular…

A Nigerian lady has earned the admiration of netizens after showing off the house she built for her parents. She shared the video via the TikTok app and it quickly went viral, garnering lots of views and comments. Posted by @uchenancy84 on TikTok, the clip revealed a portable bungalow that she built to appreciate her…

Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, has called on Nigerians to reclaim their democracy from looming threats of oppression. In his Independence Day message, Atiku expressed concern over Nigeria’s corrosive political landscape, in which opposition parties are weakened and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) manipulates internal processes. Atiku warned…

A Nigerian man who moved to the US recently has expressed concern over being shown interest by white women. The man, who migrated to the US in August, admitted he can’t explain what attracts the ladies to his personality. According to him, about four white women, good at holding conversations, have asked him out on…

Following reports of the National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, meeting with President Bola Tinubu regarding the alleged plan to collapse the NNPP into the APC in exchange for a ministerial position, the president has been advised not to meet with him without the presence of APC leaders,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will deliver a nationwide address on October 1, 2024, at 7 a.m. to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. The broadcast will be accessible across all television and radio stations, as well as electronic media outlets, streaming live via the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria. This significant…

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dismissed the claims of killing civilians in its recent airstrike in Kaduna state. Some villagers had claimed that over 25 people — including worshippers and traders — were killed on Friday, September 27, in an airstrike conducted by the NAF in Jika da Kolo community, Yadin Kidandan, Giwa local…

Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, and Idris Okuneye, the crossdresser famously called Bobrisky, are set to testify before the House of Representatives’ joint committee on financial crimes and reformatory institutions today. Ola Olukoyode, chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and Haliru Nababa, controller-general of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), are also…

Actress Nkechi Blessing’s partner, Xxssive, has criticized the contentious commentator Verydarkman and his supporters. Xxssive’s remarks came in response to the altercation between Bobrisky and Verydarkman. He expressed confusion as to why Verydarkman chose to reference the Falanas rather than focusing his criticisms solely on Bobrisky. Additionally, he condemned Verydarkman for insinuating that Falz might…

A mother of twins, who publicly addressed her boyfriend residing abroad for abandoning her and their children, has received N5 million from generous Nigerians. She recounted her experience on Twitter, detailing how the father of her children left her to travel overseas without providing any assistance. In response to her heartfelt narrative, many Nigerians have…

The Nasarawa State Police Command has apprehended Khadija Aliyu, who is accused of stealing a seven-day-old baby girl during a naming ceremony in Keffi. Allegedly posing as a pregnant woman, Khadija attended the event held behind the INEC office. According to Police Public Relations Officer DSP Ramhan Nansel, the suspect stealthily entered the home while…

The Akwa Ibom Police have announced that there will be no protests on October 1, as they prepare to maintain order in response to planned demonstrations in the state and across Nigeria. In a statement, police spokesperson Timfon John emphasized that the command is “battle-ready” to prevent any potential unrest linked to the #FearlessInOctober1 protests,…

A gas explosion severely injured two people at the home of Abdulkareem Haruna, a journalist with HumAngle, in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Monday morning. The incident, caused by a faulty gas cylinder, occurred while the family was preparing for a newborn baby’s naming ceremony. Tragically, a newborn baby was caught in the blast and is…

The FCT Police Command has announced traffic diversions throughout Abuja in anticipation of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary on October 1st. This year’s celebration coincides with the #FearlessInOctober protests, a continuation of the previous #Endbadgovernance demonstrations held nationwide from August 1 to 10. SP Josephine Adeh, spokesperson for the command, detailed the measures in a statement…

A 35-year-old white woman has hailed Nigerians for their bombastic personalities and expressiveness. The white woman stated this during a street interview with a Nigerian content creator while in the company of another oyinbo lady. The content creator asked her views about Nigerians, and she had a lot of nice things to say. “I have…

National chairmanship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has Prostrated before the former governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose, begging him to join forces “to save our common patrimony”. In a social media post on Monday, September 30, Showunmi maintained that he has what it takes to lead the PDP. The Ogun…

A court in Abuja has prohibited the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from providing the 2023 voters’ register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) ahead of the local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. This decision stems from a ruling by Justice I. Igwe of the High Court in Port Harcourt, which…

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has sounded the alarm about the large scale of oil theft in Nigeria, saying it has traced illegal oil pipelines to places of worship and traditional places such as palaces. The company also said that the rising crude oil production from 1.7 million barrels per day to three…

State commands of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have deployed men in flashpoints as organisers of the October 1 protest insist on going ahead with the demonstration on Tuesday, October 1. NigeriaMedia reports that Juwon Sanyaolu, the national director of the ‘Take It Back Movement’, said preparations for the protest were in “top gear”, noting…

Dozens of All Progressives Congress (APC) members in Ward One, Ore town, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, have defected to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This move is coming ahead of the November 16 governorship election. Led by APC chieftain Alhaji Yusuf Abdulateef, the defectors cited poor leadership and governance as the…

The Federal Government of Nigeria says it is not discussing debt forgiveness with China, noting that Beijing is willing to lend Nigeria more money and invest more in the economy of Nigeria. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, stated this on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme. Nigeria has been making proposals for debt forgiveness…

Operatives of the Sokoto Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  have arrested 13 suspected internet fraudsters in Sokoto, Sokoto State. They were arrested on Saturday at the Gidan Yaro and Dandima areas of Sokoto based on actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related offences, according to an official statement from…

Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky’s allegation about a voice recording being AI-generated, has stirred up debate on social media. Recall that on Sunday, September 29, Bobrisky sued Martins Otse, aka Verydarkman, for one billion naira, claiming that the audio the latter shared online was Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated. In an attempt to debunk Bobrisky’s…

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has refuted reports claiming that a Federal High Court in Abuja approved a lawsuit seeking to probe former Governor Bello Matawalle over alleged links to banditry in Zamfara State. Recall that reports emerged over the weekend stating that the Federal…

Armed men suspected to be bandits attacked the hometown of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle on Saturday night, September 28, killed two persons and and kidnapped 40 people. Residents disclosed to the press that the abducted persons in the incident at Janboka, a community in the Maradun local government area of Zamfara…

Gunmen have killed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s councillorship candidate in Pari Ward, in Kauru local government area of Kaduna state, Raymond Timothy, and his brother, James Timothy. A PDP chieftain in the local government area, Barnabas Chawai, confirmed the unfortunate incident to The Punch via a telephone interview on Sunday, September 29. According to…

The Nigerian currency, the naira, appreciated again against the US Dollar in the official foreign exchange market following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN)recent injection of forex. According to data from FMDQ securities, where naira is officially traded, naira closed against the US dollar at N1,540.78/$1 on Friday, September 27, 2024. The exchange rate on…