Nigerian actress Faithia Williams has joined the growing list of filmmakers to make epic movies based on her upcoming film, Efunroye. Just recently, the movie star took to her official X page to promote the film by praising the character it was named after, Efunroye Tinubu. Faithia had shared a photo of her movie poster…
Former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State was on Monday re-arraigned alongside his finance commissioner, Ademola Banu, on a 14-count charge bordering on alleged stealing and mismanagement of N5.78 billion public funds. The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, arraigned them before Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar of the Kwara State High…
Niger Tornadoes Defender, Ahmed Family has vowed to lead his team to victory against Rivers United. Family said the players have set a target of breaking their winless run at home in the league this season. Niger Tornadoes will square up with Rivers United at the Bako Kontagora Memorial Stadium, Minna on Monday. “Breaking our…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that some of the people in government both at the executive and legislative levels, should be permanently behind bars for their past misdemeanor and criminal misconduct. Obasanjo, who said this in Lagos virtually on Thursday at the memorial lecture of Denis Joseph Slattery in Lagos, noted that government officials…
A Kano State Hisbah Board official, Malam Aliyu Dakata, has retracted an earlier report that led to widespread allegations of misconduct against Jigawa State’s Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwal Sankara. The allegation which dented the image of Sankara, has now been removed, clearing his name of any inappropriate behaviour with a married woman, Tasleem Baba…
Nigerian actress Funke Akindele caught attention after a troll criticized her for eating okro soup. The situation began when she posted a video on social media showing her serving herself a plate of food. She added okro from a pot to her fish and stew, with a large plate of swallow visible nearby. Soon after,…
Liverpool manager, Arne Slot, has confirmed that goalkeeper, Caoimhin Kelleher wants to leave the club. Slot spoke ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Kelleher is currently not Liverpool’s first-choice goalkeeper and wants regular playing time. He is behind Brazilian shot-stopper Alisson Becker in the pecking order. His contract with the…
Nollywood actress Tawa Ajisefinni has shared her emotional journey before becoming a mother, revealing how societal pressure and name-calling took a toll on her mental health. In a conversation on the podcast Talk to B, hosted by her colleague Biola Bayo, Tawa recounted being relentlessly trolled over her inability to conceive earlier in her marriage….
In a surprising turn of events, the House of Representatives has rejected President Bola Tinubu’s proposed conferment of the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House. NigeriaMedia recalls that in his Independence Day broadcast, President Tinubu had announced that Akpabio and Kekere-Ekun would receive the prestigious…
The Nigerian Army and Police have assured the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) of maximum security for the 2,550 corps members participating in the Edo State gubernatorial election. This assurance was given on Friday during the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed’s advocacy visit to the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, and the Edo State…
When dating, women sometimes lose themselves in the relationship, acting like wives to men who haven’t committed. Unless he marries you in a court of law or a licensed place of worship, never do these five things for a man who isn’t your husband. 1. Never let go of a career or educational opportunity As…
Brazilian superstar Neymar Junior has been encouraged to consider a move to Arsenal, sparking speculation about his potential return to Europe. The intriguing proposition emerged during a recent boxing event in Saudi Arabia, where boxing promoter and lifelong Arsenal supporter Frank Warren made a public appeal to Neymar. Neymar, currently playing for Al-Hilal in Saudi…
NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, who confirmed the arrest in a statement at the weekend said the suspect is linked to a notorious bandit leader involved in kidnapping and banditry in Funtua. A suspected bandit, Umar Ibrahim, also known as Danlami Tela, has been apprehended by the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)…
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has called for calm among party members amid ongoing deliberations over the National Chairmanship position. The governor warned that unguarded utterances by some party members would only disrupt the party’s peace and unity in the country, and urged members to refrain from making divisive comments. According to Gyang…
The Chika Chukwumerije Sports Foundation (CCSF) is set to kick off a one-day ‘Inspire the Future‘ programme at the Springhall British School at Maitama, Abuja, as the foundation unfurls a self-defense workshop for girls as well as an introduction to taekwondo and Olympic enlightenment workshop for all participants. The workshop is part of a range…
The Labour Party’s Presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has called on the masses to focus their prayers on securing good leaders for Nigeria, rather than expending energy praying for the nation itself. During his visit to News Central TV on Monday, September 9, Obi explained that Nigeria is already abundantly blessed, but…
The Israel Defense Forces has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during a strike in Gaza, Israeli officials said on Thursday as photos of the militant leader’s c0rpse was shared on social media. Sinwar led Hamas operations in Gaza since 2017, and he is believed to be the key architect of the October 7, 2023 attack…
Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed a suit seeking the removal of Dr Abdullahi Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The suit instituted against Ganduje by the APC North Central Group was thrown out on Monday by the Judge on various grounds. Among others,…
The woman who caused commotion at a wedding when she barged in and objected has shared her side of the story. She did a video on TikTok addressing the outrage that her objection sparked online. In the video, she claimed she was just trying to save the bride from the groom, who is her ex-husband….
A man has disclosed that he stopped attending church due to insufficient assistance from clergymen. @Kingdavidgift_ shared his experience as a church drummer, starting as a teenage drummer at his church. He requested the church’s assistance to pay for his JAMB form. Despite the big church, the sum they provided was insufficient to purchase the…
Chinese multinational computer manufacturer Lenovo has been named the Official FIFA Technology Partner for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027. In a statement released on Tuesday, Lenovo announced its role in providing cutting-edge devices and data infrastructure to FIFA, aimed at enhancing fan engagement and the quality of event broadcasts….
Former Kaduna central senator, Shehu Sani, has told the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to open a special Spiritual department. Sani said opening a special Spiritual department will help the apex bank save the naira from dollar exchange weakness. He stated this while reacting to the General Overseer of RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye’s Naira-Dollar exchange…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reassured the public that there is no set deadline for the use of old Naira notes. The assurance was contained in a statement issued by Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali, Acting Director of Corporate Communications. This clarification addresses false reports circulating that the N200, N500, and N1,000 notes would…
ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, has replied a Nigerian man who stated that the country is ‘useless’. Adejobi had shared a photo of himself and his colleagues on his X handle and the man who appeared to be displeased, left a comment that reads; ‘’Nigeria is a very…
Forty fishermen armed with bows and arrows have killed a hippopotamus in Yauri River, in Yauri local government area of Kebbi State. The fishermen were ordered by the State governor, Nasir Idris, through the Emir of Yauri, HRH Zayyanu Abdullahi, to search for the wild animal in the river and kill it after it recently…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reported the deaths of 84 of its members between May and August 2024, attributing these losses to economic hardship and unpaid salaries. ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, made this revelation during an appearance on Channels Television’s socio-political programme “Inside Sources” with Laolu Akande. “In the past three…
Rapper Cardi B hit out at Donald Trump during a rally for Kamala Harris, warnings voters the former president doesn’t believe women deserve rights. Speaking at the event in Wisconsin on Friday, she bashed Trump for a recent comment he made this week stating: “I’m going to do it whether the women like it or…
The spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday, October 21, 2024, said Osinusi forced the survivor to swear an oath not to tell anyone or else she would die. The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 42-year-old teacher, Gbolahan Osinusi, for repeatedly…
The House of Representatives has promised to advocate for appropriate funding of Federal Polytechnics in Nigeria in the 2025 budget. The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Federal Polytechnics and Higher Technical Education, Kayode Laguda made this pledge. Speaking in an interview with reporters on Tuesday at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State,…
A significant attack on the Yoruba community in Jushi Waje, Zaria, Kaduna State, has led to the destruction of numerous homes and properties. The violence erupted on September 29 and escalated through October 1, following an incident involving a Hausa boy who was caught allegedly stealing from a Yoruba woman’s home. Reports indicate he was…
Popular Nigerian filmmaker, Moses Eskor, has opined that not all women go down during a heartbreak. According to him, some pick the pieces of their life together and make something of themselves. In a post shared on his Facebook page today October 28, Eskor argued that a woman can emerge a billionaire after a heartbreak…
Former Kano Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau has revealed that states can help end the ongoing hardship in the country. According to him, collaboration amongst the 36 states in Nigeria can change the country’s bad situations. According to him, States are over-independent of one another in Nigeria, lamenting the inability of the states to…
Toke Makinwa Nigerian media personality, Toke Makinwa has again dismissed speculations about her alleged engagement to her bestie, Farouk Umar. The vlogger took to the X platform to state explicitly that she is still single. She added that her parents have been receiving calls about her alleged engagement but nothing of such happened. Toke stated…
African startups are grappling with considerable liquidity risks due to a lack of follow-on capital which threatens their long-term survival. The Managing General Partner of SOSV, an American venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments, Sean O’Sullivan, stated this on Monday at the ongoing GITEX Global in the United Arab Emirates. Follow-on capital refers to…
Senator Dino Melaye has accused Tesla CEO Elon Musk of harassing US Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate. Melaye, a former Nigerian senator, made this statement on his X-account (formerly Twitter), threatening to sell his Tesla car if Musk doesn’t stop his alleged harassment. This ultimatum comes ahead of the November US presidential…
The Esan Professionals, led by Kingsley Akhigbe, have urged Senate President Godswill Akpabio to declare the seat of Senator Monday Okpebholo vacant due to his prolonged absence from the Senate. Okpebholo, who represents Edo Central Senatorial District and is the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the upcoming Edo State election, has been accused…
People have been chewing gum in various forms for thousands of years. Original gums were made from the sap of trees. However, most modern chewing gums are made from synthetic rubbers. Because they are synthetic, they have some negative effects. Below are some of the effects of chewing gum: Gastrointestinal Problem Chewing gum causes you…
Al-Hilal are reportedly considering terminating Neymar’s contract after a series of injury setbacks. The former Paris Saint-Germain star joined Al-Hilal in 2023 for $96 million (€90 million), marking one of the league’s highest-profile signings. The ex-Brazilian forward initially moved to Paris in 2017, setting a world record transfer fee after PSG triggered his Barcelona release…
The Police in Lagos on Monday arraigned a 36-year-old man, Samuel Kehinde, before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stealing a motorcycle valued at N1,200,000. The defendant, whose address is unknown, is standing trial on a two-count charge of felony and stealing. Kehinde, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges. The prosecutor, Insp Ayodele…
Alexis Mac Allister has joined up with the Argentina squad despite suffering an injury in Liverpool’s 1-0 win against Crystal Palace. The former Brighton midfielder was substituted at half-time at Selhurst Park on Saturday, and, after the game, Reds boss Arne Slot said he was “in slight discomfort” with a groin injury before adding: “What…
Sir Alex Ferguson and the Manchester United football board have been barred from entering the Manchester United dressing room at Old Trafford after matches. This decision follows the club’s new part owner INEOS stripping Ferguson of his multi-million-pound ambassadorial role as part of a comprehensive cost-cutting initiative. The legendary manager has served as a global…
A former female soldier, Private Ruth Ogunleye, has asked the Nigerian Army to publish the outcome of its investigation on alleged sexual harassment. Ruth Ogunleye had accused a senior officer, Colonel I.B. Abdulkareem, of sexual harassment. In January 2024, Ruth Ogunleye via her TikTok page, @Ogunleyeruthsavage1, Ogunleye alleged that Colonel I.B. Abdulkareem, Colonel G.S. Ogor,…
Manchester United loanee Jadon Sancho has been harshly critiqued following Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest. Despite starting his third consecutive Premier League game for the Blues, the 24-year-old winger found himself on the receiving end of tough analysis. According to Sky Sports, Chris Wood’s early goal in the second half rendered Noni Madueke’s goal…
Michail Antonio has backed his West Ham United teammate Mohammed Kudus to come back from his five-match suspension stronger. The Ghana international was slapped with an extra two-match ban and a fine of £60,000 following his straight red card in the game against Tottenham Hotspurs. Kudus was earlier serving a three-match suspension before the latest…
A Nigerian Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Boniface Opaluwa, alias Fada DonBon, has said that if a bride appears for her wedding wearing an indecent bridal gown in any church he is ministering, he won’t allow the ceremony to hold until she changes her dress. The priest stated this in a Facebook post on Saturday, October…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has urged Christian couples never to allow spiritual responsibilities to replace conjugal duties to each other. Adeboye gave this advice while speaking about the importance of maintaining romance in marriages. Adeboye, in a post on his official X handle, said that he…
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has asked his predecessor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to allow peace to reign in the state. Speaking Monday on Channels Television’s programme, Politics Today, Fubara said he had knelt down to beg Wike. According to the governor, he had kept all understanding with…
Ademola Lookman has received another backing for the CAF Player of the Year award following a stellar campaign for the Super Eagles and Atalanta in 2024. The 27-year-old winger has been nominated by the African football body alongside Nigeria teammate William Troost-Ekong, Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy, and South Africa’s goalkeeper Ronwen Williams for the top…
Haitham Al Ghais, the secretary general of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, has said fuel costs are mostly determined by taxes imposed by major oil-consuming countries rather than oil prices. He clarified that the price consumers pay at the pump is influenced by a number of factors, such as the cost of crude oil,…
The United States (US) Government has reacted to the just-concluded Edo State governorship election, calling for calm while also urging the aggrieved person to seek redress through the legal means. Mixed reactions have trailed the outcome of the election, with some alleging irregularities while some maintained that the processes leading to the emergence of the…
