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The Labour Party (LP) has suspended Senator Kevin Chukwu, who represents the Enugu East Senatorial Zone, over allegations of anti-party activities and insubordination. The decision was taken by the party’s executives in Amurri Ward, Nkanu West Local Government Area. A formal letter, signed by the ward chairman, was addressed to the state party chairman through…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the removal of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, along with other officials at federal, state, and local levels, as part of a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s electoral system. Obasanjo made this appeal during a presentation at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University…

Pastor Arome Osayi, founder of the Remnant Christian Network, has become the center of a heated discussion following his unexpected exit from the pulpit during a recent church service. In a viral  video, Pastor Osayi was invited to deliver a sermon but faced interruptions shortly after beginning. The first disruption occurred when a phone rang…

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have successfully neutralized a suspected cultist and kidnapper, Gbarani Bume, popularly known as Pelele, in Luawii Community, Khana Local Government Area. Bume, a reportedly known member of the Iceland cult group, had allegedly been terrorizing the Beree/Tabaa area of Khana LGA alongside his gang. The Command’s Public Relations…

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his electoral victory in the just concluded Ondo poll. Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerged winner of the contest after polling 366,781 votes to beat Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who raked in 117,845 votes. Shortly after he…

A 73-year-old Nigerian fitness enthusiast, Rosalind Umar, has gone viral after declaring that she would never be submissive in marriage and that she did not raise her daughters to be submissive either. Rosalind Umar, who has been married for 42 years, said this while appearing on the Honest Bunch Podcast. She said: “I can never…

Dr. Becky Enenche, the wife of Pastor Paul Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has sparked widespread discussions with her remarks on the importance of consistent tithing for Christians. In a resurfaced sermon clip now trending online, Dr. Enenche compared failing to pay tithes to pressing a “delete” button on one’s spiritual progress. She claimed…

Nigerian exotic dancer and Only Fans model, Suleman Alimat Sadia, aka Pride Evy, has gotten her father to speak about her lifestyle on social media. The controversial dancer has been known to expose her body online while dancing and making various sultry poses. However, her father seems to be unfazed by her actions. Just recently,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will participate in the 19th meeting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is coming a few hours after Tinubu hosted the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi at the Presidential Villa. Tinubu will depart Abuja for South American country, Brazil on Sunday, November 17. Bayo Onanuga, the…

Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has said the ruling party will try its best to capture all southwest states. Ganduje’s promise comes amid APC’s victory in the 2024 Ondo state governorship election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) state returning officer for the Ondo election, Professor Olayemi Rotimi Akinwumi,…

A mum of three, Bridget Ujah-Ogbuagu, has expressed excitement as she graduated from the University of Ilorin with a PhD in computer science. Bridget celebrated her academic feat on the LinkedIn social platform with pictures of her in her convocation gown and holding a diploma scroll. Bridget said she had two pregnancies in between her…

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, along with governors Hope Uzodimma of Imo and Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, joined other party members on Sunday to celebrate Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s re-election as governor of Ondo State. Footage from the APC’s situation room shows Ganduje, Sawo-Olu, Uzodimma among other party chieftains congratulating Aiyedatiwa,…

Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian President, has conferred Nigeria’s second-highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger on Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister. Tinubu made the announcement during a bilateral meeting with the Indian leader at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The President stated that the honour was “to signify our…

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress, APC, winner of Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State. Aiyedatiwa was declared winner after polling the highest number of votes in the election. The incumbent governor battled Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Olorunfemi Festus of the…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has made a clean sweep in the Ogun State local government elections, winning all 20 chairmanship seats. This victory was announced by the Chairman of Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC), Babatunde Osibodu, who expressed satisfaction with the peaceful conduct of the elections. The APC’s dominance extended to the councillorship…

Mr. Lucky  Aiyedatiwa, the incumbent governor of Ondo State, is coasting to victory in Saturday’s governorship election in the state. The governor has so far won all 15 announced local government results, out of the 18 local governments at the close of the  first session of collation in Akure, the state capital. The collation officer,…

Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has filed a N1.2 billion lawsuit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Assembly over alleged violations of his fundamental human rights. This legal action follows allegations stemming from activist VeryDarkMan’s purported audio recording, claiming Bobrisky paid EFCC officials N15 million to drop…

United States President-elect Donald Trump was greeted by chanting fans as he attended the Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight bout at New York’s Madison Square Garden on Saturday. Trump entered the arena shortly before the start of the main card accompanied by UFC chief executive Dana White, who was a prominent backer during his election campaign….

In a gripping climax to the Miss Universe 2024 contest, Nigeria’s representative Chidimma Adetshina emerged the first runner-up, making her the first Nigerian to finish that high in the competition. Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned the winner of the 73rd Miss Universe pageant at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. Chidimma’s journey to the Miss…

The ongoing leadership tussle within the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star, a prominent Nigerian Christian sect, has taken a violent turn as members challenge the succession of its late founder, Olumba Olumba Obu. The crisis reached a boiling point at the sect’s Nsikak Edouk Avenue branch in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, where worshippers protested…

The governor of Ondo state and the candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said that he is satisfied with the conduct of the ongoing governorship election. Aiyedatiwa stated this after casting his vote in Ilaje Local Government Area at around 8:50am. He expressed optimism about the seamless conduct of the electoral…

Reactions have trailed the report of the newly appointed president of the National Union of Road Transport Workers NURTW, MC Oluomo, being sacked by the Appeal Court. Kemi Filani reported on Saturday that MC Oluomo had emerged as the new National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW. During the election on…

Tony Okocha Dismisses Claims of Nyesom Wike’s Ill Health, Says He’s Just Watching His Weight. Tony Okocha, the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has dismissed reports circulating on social media that suggest Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, is unwell. These rumors were sparked by concerns raised…

First Bank has announced a scheduled maintenance on its systems, which will take place from 11:00 p.m, Saturday November 16 to 7am Sunday, November 17. During this period, customers may experience temporary disruptions in card services. However, the bank assured users that alternative channels such as *894# USSD, FirstMobile, Lit App, and FirstDirect will remain…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has defeated Abass Mimiko, former Governor Olusegun Mimiko’s younger brother and the candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) in the Ondo state governorship election at his Ondo West local government area. According to the results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and monitored by Legit.ng, the younger…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Owo local government in the Ondo governorship election. Owo is the LGA of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. According to results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the collation centre monitored by Legit.ng, the APC gathered 31914 votes. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) scored…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a recess in the collation of Ondo State governorship election results, with plans to resume at 5 am. As of now, results from 13 Local Government Areas have been declared, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) leading in all of them, followed by the Peoples Democratic Party…

Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, has extended a warm welcome to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Ahmadu Bello Airport in Nigeria on Saturday night, November 16. This significant visit marks a major milestone in Nigeria-India relations, with Modi’s two-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. President…

Nigerian comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, and his estranged wife, Mabel, are reportedly locked in a bitter custody dispute over their second daughter, with sources claiming Mabel has blocked AY from all contact with the child. According to insiders, AY has struggled to communicate with his daughter since Mabel left the marriage earlier…

A 91-year-old man, Pa Adesanoye Eghaegbemi, has called on the Federal Government to take urgent steps to ease the ongoing economic hardship affecting Nigerians. Eghaegbemi made the plea after casting his vote at Polling Unit 5, Ward 6, Ikoya Igbinsin-Oloto in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State on Saturday. He expressed concern that the…

As the ongoing governorship election in Ondo State continues, reports have emerged of gunshots fired by unidentified assailants in the community of Ofosun, located at the border between Ondo and Edo states. Eyewitnesses in the area have described the chaotic situation, with gunmen allegedly opening fire in different parts of the village. Although the identities…

The Deputy Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Mr. Festus Akingbaso, has raised concerns about an influx of thugs in Idanre Local Government Area during the ongoing governorship election. Akingbaso, who is also a member of the House of Representatives, made this known while speaking to journalists after casting his…

Nigerians were sad to hear that Tope Osoba, a face in the movie industry, has been going through a health crisis. In a video shared by her senior colleague Foluke Daramola, Tope Osoba thanked Nigerians who have provided her with financial support. She stated that although her cancer surgery has been done, she still needs…

Tunde Omosebi, a former presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 elections, has been evicted from his Abuja residence after a lengthy dispute over unpaid rent and a broken lease agreement. The eviction took place on Friday, November 15, when a court enforcement team, supported by police officers, arrived to execute…

Nigerian singer Daniel Benson, aka Buju BNXN, is making headlines after he was allegedly attacked in South Africa. Just recently, a video made the rounds on social media of someone claimed to be the Gwagwalada crooner crying out in frustration after he was punched in the face. In the viral clip recorded by a bystander,…

On Saturday, November 16, there was reported vote trading at Ward 02, Polling Unit 3, Eruoba, and Polling Unit 17, Egbedi Ward 11, Owode Imuagun, Akure, the Ondo state capital. The two polling units are located in Arakale Market Area in the Akure local government area of the state. As reported by The Punch, A…

Vice-president Kashim Shettima has arrived in Kano, Kano state, for the wedding ceremony of Aisha Rabiu Kwankwaso and Fahad Dahiru Mangal. The vice-president is joined by the speaker of the house of representatives, Abbas Tajudeen. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state and other top public officials in the state were at the Mallam Aminu…

Abbas Mimiko, candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) in Ondo state governorship election, has warned party agents, security personnel and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to allow voters to be influenced. As reported by The Cable, the governorship hopeful was livid as he issued the warning. Mimiko spoke at the…

Some party agents are handing out signed papers to voters at PU007, Ajagba ward 2, Irele local government area (LGA) of Ondo state. On Saturday morning, November 16, some voters in Ondo told The Cable that the papers would be used to collect cash from the agents after the election. They do not know the…

Unknown gunmen suspected to be members of a secret cult have shot and killed Hon. Mutiu Akinbami, popularly referred to as Igor. The victim, who was said to be a disabled man was killed on Friday night, November 15, while riding a motorcycle in Abeokuta, Ogun state. Akinbami, who had lost his left leg years…

Agboola Ajayi, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo state, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of bias. NigeriaMedia reports that the 2024 Ondo governorship election is ongoing in several parts of the state. Speaking on Saturday morning, November 16, at his polling unit in Apoi Ward II, Unit 004,…

In a significant move to curb electoral malpractices, officials of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspected vote-buyer in the ongoing Ondo governorship election. The suspect was caught red-handed with two bags of money, believed to be intended for inducing voters at the polls. The arrest took place at Ward 4, Polling…

Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia, has opened up about how portraying a witch in a movie series impacted her mental health, prompting her to seek therapy to shed the character’s persona. NigeriaMedia reports that the movie star, while recounting her experience in an interview with Punch, stated that there are instances in which actors fall in…

A TikTok video has gone viral, igniting widespread debate over relationship boundaries and financial expectations. The clip features a young woman addressing her boyfriend’s complaints about her accepting money from admirers, whom she refers to as “toasters.” In the video, she candidly expressed her frustration, saying, “You’re not giving me enough money, and you’re saying…

Residents of Kobi Street near Wunti Gate in Bauchi were left in shock on Friday morning following the discovery of a lifeless day-old baby in a refuse dump in the area. Eyewitnesses reported that the baby had been wrapped in two black leather bags and abandoned behind a local shop. A community leader, Musa Jibrin,…

The political atmosphere in Ondo State is charged as voters from 18 local government areas head to the polls for the Ondo State 2024 gubernatorial election to elect a new governor. The contest has primarily narrowed down to Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),…

Massive reactions have followed a post by Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, concerning his N4 million naira saga that drew the EFCC. Recall that VDM alleged that Bobrsiky did not serve his supposed six-month prison term and shared a call recording where the crossdresser detailed all that transpired. In a new post,…

A Nigerian lady narrated her experience after getting a UK visa to study for her MBA. The lady who had just had a planned CS had to travel six days after delivery to study abroad. The experience was not easy for the mother, but she pushed on regardless. In the UK, she tried as much…

Highly respected Igbo gospel artist Sir Jude Nnam, celebrated for his contributions to liturgical and Christian music across Nigeria and Africa, has reportedly been kidnapped in Umunnachi, Anambra State. The incident occurred yesterday around 6 PM, just days after Sir Jude Nnam celebrated his 59th birthday. His abduction was confirmed by the National Music Director…

A former Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mike Ejiofor, has disclosed that the insurgent group Lakurawa, which has recently gained notoriety for attacks in Nigeria’s North-West, has existed for years. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ejiofor refuted claims that the group is new, tracing its roots to Niger Republic and Mali….