October 2024

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to remain committed to the country’s unity and progress as it celebrates its 64th Independence Day. According to the Bayelsa-born politician, the Independence Day celebration honours the nationalists who fought for freedom from colonial rule. Since 1960, the country has made significant progress in various sectors and overcome…

A lady has shared her experiences after travelling to Togo through the land border using her Nigerian international passport. According to the lady, she was going to Togo, where she had volunteered to take part in a volunteer project. In the video, Favour said she got her Nigerian passport stamped at the Nigerian-Benin border after…

As the October 5 local government elections draw near, Justice Ekaete Obot, Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, has officially sworn in a 15-member Local Government Election Petitions Tribunal. This tribunal consists of five representatives from each of the state’s three senatorial districts. The inauguration occurred at the Chief Judge’s Chambers, where Justice Obot emphasized…

On Tuesday, thugs seized control of the protest grounds at Port Harcourt Pleasure Park, previously used for the August #EndBadGovernance demonstration in Rivers State. One protest organizer noted in a WhatsApp chat, “We were aware of the development and changed plans,” redirecting to the Rumuokwuta flyover, only to find another group of thugs gathered there….

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), established by the CBN Act of 1958 and operational since July 1, 1959, serves as the nation’s apex bank and monetary authority. Its primary responsibilities include regulating the financial services sector, maintaining external reserves, promoting monetary stability, and acting as a last resort banker for the government. Following the…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred prestigious national honours on prominent figures in the country. The honours were announced during the President’s nationwide broadcast on October 1st. These inviduals including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau. In his address, President Tinubu revealed that the Senate…

As a progress report on the fight against insecurity in the country, President Bola Tinu has said his administration eliminated more than 300 Boko Haram and bandit commanders within just one year in office. He made the declaration while delivering his 64th Independence Day speech on Tuesday. According to the president, his administration is winning…

The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Kemi Nandap, has emerged as Chairperson of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of Immigration Forum. This is contained in a statement published on the Service X handle signed by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Kenneth Udo on Tuesday. Udo said that the milestone…

A Police Mobile Force (PMF) inspector stationed at the 41 Division in Damaturu, Yobe State, has been apprehended for allegedly murdering a suspected drug dealer in a dispute over a N200 bribe. The incident happened at CMC Area, Zango, Damaturu, where the inspector, Mohammed Bulama, and the deceased Abdulmalik Pompomari, fought. Multiple sources in the…

The Lagos Police command took a supportive stance during a recent protest by distributing packs of bottled water to demonstrators after over five hours of intense expressions of concern regarding the nation’s issues. The protest, named ‘National Day of Survival,’ began at the Ikeja under-bridge and later moved to Oregun and Freedom Park in Ojota….

Protesters who converged on the Utako market area of Abuja have been dispersed with teargas by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The protesters were said to have gathered at the busy market in the early hours of Tuesday when they were met with teargas fumes. The October 1 protest tagged #FearlessInOctober has not gained…

Tunisian presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, according to his lawyer. Zammel, who is running in the upcoming presidential election on October 6, faced multiple charges related to voter endorsements. Lawyer Abdessater Messoudi stated, “The court in Tunis sentenced Ayachi Zammel to 12 years in prison in four cases.”…

Scores of protesters have started assembling themselves in preparation for the #Endbadgovernance protest in Oyo state. Though there was no sign the protest would hold some minutes ago, the aggrieved youths suddenly emerged from Elizabeth Road and marched to Mokola Roundabout with placards singing anti-government songs. Immediately after they arrived, the policemen were seen making…

Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna state has said he joined politics solely to serve the people, not to seek money or steal public funds. He made this assertion during a Hausa programme aired on Freedom Radio station in Kaduna state on Tuesday morning, October 1. El-Rufai emphasized that he was content with what he…

Big Brother Naija finalist, Kellyrae Sule, has been receiving massive love from fans outside Nigeria since he made it to the concluding part of the reality show. NigeriaMedia had reported that Kellyrae had emerged the head of house and made it as the first finalist on the reality show. In the video making the rounds,…

Pastor Lazarus Muoka, the general overseer of Lord’s Chosen, has addressed a report that Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, spoke ill of his church. The cleric’s reaction was captured in a new video the church released on its official TikTok page, @tlccrmofficial’s. In the clip, which lasted close to two minutes, Pastor Muoka…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said he saved Nigeria from collapse by choosing to reform the political economy and defence architecture of the country. Tinubu said he assumed office as Nigeria’s president on May 29, 2023, when the country was at a critical juncture and a dizzying crossroads. The President said he chose reform rather than…

Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has stated that the immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari did nothing in office after 8 years. Morka said what Buhari administration did in his eight years administration was to clean up the mess caused by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administration’s. He…

Veteran actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has vowed never to leave Nigeria.   Speaking in a post on Independence day, the actress revealed that Nigeria has blessed her immensely. Recall that Nigeria is celebrating its 64th Independence Day today. Wishing Nigerians happy independence day, she wrote:   “Happy Independence Day to my beloved Nigeria! We’ve…

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has urged for the dismantling of former governor Nyesom Wike’s political framework in response to Wike’s claim that his structure should remain intact. Fubara emphasized that the upcoming Local Government elections on October 5, 2024, will offer Rivers residents an opportunity to establish a new political order that they…

Lady stirs mixed reactions with her alleged son as she returns to the village to pick him up after a pastor told her that he has a bright star. The lady who is identified as gemini_snach took to her TikTok page to shared this. gemini_snach According to her, she had given birth to her first…

Lady vents as she sees the apartment a real estate agent took her to in Osogbo after sending misleading photos to her. The lady took to the video-sharing platform to share her experience with the Osogbo agent. In the video she uploaded, she shared the short clip of the apartment that the agent had sent…

Protesters, on Tuesday morning, gathered at the Ikeja Underbridge in Lagos State as the country marks the 2024 Independence Day. The protest, however, is being closely monitored by a large contingent of security personnel, including policemen, officials of the Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps, and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. Leading the team of policemen…

Police officers on Tuesday fired teargas at protesters during the “Fearless In October” protest over bad governance in Abuja, Nigeria. The protesters had gathered at the Utako area in Abuja, the country’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), waving the Nigerian Green-White-Green flag and banners with various inscriptions such as “EndBadGovernance”, “DiasporaVoting”, “EndHighLivingCosts”, amongst others but were…

As Nigeria marked its 64th Independence Day Anniversary, hundreds of citizens have taken to the streets of Abuja in a protest tagged #FearlessInOctober, calling for an end to bad governance. The demonstration, which was organized by various civil society groups, activists, and concerned citizens, resonated with the ongoing frustrations over Nigeria’s political, economic, and social…

Tanzanian singer, Juma Jux, has continued to drool over his Nigerian lover, Priscilla Ojo, a few weeks after they had their engagement. In the video making the rounds, Juma Jux introduced Priscilla on stage as he was performing at a concert. He spoke in Tanzanian language while holding her hands and speaking with concert-goers. He…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that better days are on the horizon for the country. The President made this statement in his national broadcast as Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Day. The president called on citizens to believe in the promise of the nation and to work collectively towards building a Nigeria of…

There’s a reason Floyd Mayweather has the moniker ‘Money’. The boxing legend is no stranger to luxury and excess, and his latest purchase has taken his lavish lifestyle to an unprecedented level. Mayweather, who is also known for his love of expensive timepieces, has made headlines once again by adding a $1 million four-piece gemstone-encrusted…

A lawyer, identified only as Okechukwu, tragically lost his life in a fatal road accident along the Awka-Enugu Expressway in Anambra State on Sunday night. According to reports, the accident occurred when Okechukwu’s vehicle collided with an abandoned articulated truck on the road, causing the car to somersault and plunge into a nearby drainage. A…

President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians to exercise patience and have faith in his economic reforms. The president said he is aware of the struggles many Nigerians face and the cost of living crisis in the country.bNigerians have been grappling with high inflation on the back of the naira devaluation, rising petrol prices, and prevailing…

As the nation celebrates its 64th independence anniversary, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) charged Nigerians to use the 2024 Independence Day Anniversary to reawaken the spirit of Nationalism in defence of democracy and national sovereignty against the emerging totalitarianism being foisted on the nation by the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP also urged Nigerians…

President Bola Tinubu has announced a 30-day confab for youths in the country to discuss and address challenges confronting them. Tinubu stated this on Tuesday during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Broadcast. The President said the modalities of the confab and selection of delegates would be designed as soon as possible. “As we work to…

President Bola Tinubu says he understands the economic hardship Nigerians are facing due to his government’s reforms. The President pleaded for time and patience, saying the voices of the people are heard. Tinubu stated this on Tuesday during Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Broadcast. Watch VIDEO

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday addressed the nation during the celebration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary celebration, saying his reforms are yielding results. He also announced the intention of the Federal Government to include the Nigerian youths in his administration, by introducing a 30-day national youth conference. Read Ful Text Below: TEXT OF NATIONAL BROADCAST…

As Nigeria celebrates its Independence Day on October 1, the beginning of the last quarter of 2024, the government will declare several holidays at the federal or state levels. Holidays are declared in recognition of national days, such as Independence Day on October 1, festivals, such as Christmas and New Year, and special days to…

Nigerian crossdresser, James Chukwueze Obialor, better known as James Brown, has finally reacted to the backlash received over his visit to see Idris Okuneye, also known ad Bobrisky, in kirikiri. NigeriaMedia had reported that James Brown had been dragged into Bobrisky’s controversy. The pictures he took while in prison surfaced online, and fans called on…

Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Routh appeared in federal court in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Monday, just days after being charged for the incident that occurred on September 15, when he allegedly pointed a rifle through a fence at…

Former President Donald Trump has claimed that his recent rally was held in a 750-seat theater due to insufficient Secret Service protection, which he attributes to Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden prioritizing the safety of the President of Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that Harris and Biden were…

On Tuesday, October 1, Nigeria marks its 64th independence anniversary, commemorating the end of British colonial rule in 1960. Despite facing numerous challenges, including military coups and civil unrest, the country has made significant strides in various sectors. Political commentator Okanlawon Gaffar emphasized that “the greatest achievement of the country since 1960 was its unbroken…

When Nigeria gained independence in 1960, the nation adopted the now-iconic green-white-green flag, a symbol of its identity and aspirations. Designed by the late Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi, the green stripes represent Nigeria’s rich agricultural resources, while the white band signifies peace. In 1959, a year prior to independence, Akinkunmi, then a 23-year-old student at Norwood…