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The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday, October 11, condemned Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, over “insensitive, god-awful and unpatriotic” comments. NigeriaMedia had reported how Amaechi asserted that he had expected strong reactions from citizens, particularly the youths. Amaechi lamented the high cost of living, rising fuel prices, and other economic pressures. But…

Ogeibiri Orubebemi Enkumor, a former deputy chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa state, on Friday, October 11, condemned the party leaders in Ekeremor local government area (LGA) for suspending Heineken Lokpobiri, minister of state for petroleum resources. NigeriaMedia had reported that Lokpobiri was sanctioned for allegedly supporting the re-election bid of Douye…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has consoled the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, over the death of his 25-year-old daughter, Fatima. Shettima, who attended the funeral prayers at the Annur Mosque in Abuja on Friday, October 11, prayed for the peaceful repose of Fatima’s soul and asked…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State has taken drastic measures against some of its key members, suspending them due to alleged anti-party activities and functionalization, including President Bola Tinubu’s minister, Heineken Lokpobiri. The suspended members include high-profile individuals such as Senator Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum, and David Lyon, the 2019 governorship…

A pastor has informed his congregation that not paying tithe won’t prevent them from reaching heaven, but they will enter as poor individuals. Prophet U.O. Miracle explained that failing to pay tithe means they will live like Lazarus in this life and die in a similar state. In contrast, he stated that those who do…

A former aide to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan has commented on President Bola Tinubu’s upcoming trip to the United Kingdom, suggesting it will provide him with the necessary space to reflect on the challenges facing Nigerians. Doyin Okupe stated that the trip would allow the president to evaluate some of his policies and determine the best…

Actress Destiny Etiko is enjoying a holiday in Qatar with friends. She recently shared a stunning bikini photo taken at the hotel pool where she’s staying. See the full photo below…

The Zamfara State Government has issued a stern warning to communities suspected of harboring bandits, threatening demolition as a potential consequence. This announcement came from Deputy Governor Malam Mani Mummuni during his visit to Tsafe Emirate, where he expressed condolences for the recent loss of nine members of the Community Protection Guards (CPG) at the…

Men of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested Ifeanyi Obiefunna, 36, and Joseph Agwu, 43, who are allegedly involved in stealing vehicle brain boxes, tapping glasses, and other valuables from vehicles as part of a complex theft and vandalization syndicate. During a press conference at the Command headquarters in Akure, the state Commissioner of…

An endangered leatherback sea turtle was released back into the ocean at Opu-Okumbiri in the Akassa Clan of Bayelsa State. The turtle, measuring over 5 feet in length, was caught in a fisherman’s net, prompting the fisherman to alert team members of the Safe Earth Foundation, who quickly took action. It is believed that there…

Veteran Nollywood actor, Jerry Amilo has laid his daughter, Chidera Amilo, to rest. Chidera, fondly known as Princess, passed away on October 4, 2024. The actor had taken to social media on August 21 to announce that he reunited with his daughter after two years of separation. She lived abroad until returning recently. The grief-stricken…

Security operatives in Oyo State have apprehended a 14-year-old boy named Sulaiman Abubakar at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex in Ibadan for allegedly stealing cables valued at N300,000 from the stadium’s main bowl. Wasilat Adegoke, the state’s Commissioner for Youth and Sports, announced the arrest following her visit to the stadium to evaluate the damage…

In the Jol community of the Riyom local government area, gunmen have gone on a rampage, resulting in the death of a pregnant woman and injuries to two others. A statement from the National Body of Berom Youths Moulder Association (BYM), signed by its National President, Barrister Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri, detailed the attack on Davou…

A man has expressed his frustration during a live radio broadcast, revealing that he only discovered his wife is intersex during their honeymoon. He described his shock at learning about his wife’s condition, noting that she had not disclosed it to him before their marriage, which left him feeling deceived. The man explained that his…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has labeled the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s allegation that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) smuggled Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines and voters’ registers into its Benin office as “baseless, unsubstantiated, and entirely without merit.” On Thursday, October 10, 2024, during an inspection of electoral materials used in the…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State has taken drastic measures against some of its key members, suspending them due to alleged anti-party activities and functionalization, including President Bola Tinubu’s minister, Heineken Lokpobiri. The suspended members include high-profile individuals such as Senator Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum, and David Lyon, the 2019 governorship…

The Nigeria High Commission in the United Kingdom has removed statements and policies from former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration from its website. Jonathan left office in 2015 after being defeated by Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in that year’s presidential election. Recently, reports indicated that the High Commission’s website still contained information…

Nigerians have continued to react on social media to TikTok star Ojesanmi Afeez, aka Salo, getting shot. It was earlier gathered that the livestreamer was robbed and shot in the Lekki area of Lagos and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Following the incident, details surrounding the TikTok star started to emerge on social media,…

Nigerian literary icon and Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has revealed that winning the prestigious 1986 Nobel Prize in Literature exposed him to significant dangers. The renowned playwright shared how the global recognition brought both acclaim and isolation, along with intensified risks in his home country. Soyinka made this revelation in a recent interview with…

With about 10 months to the commencement of the processes leading to the next general elections across the country, some political pundits and stakeholders of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are upbeat about who can wrestle and defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. After suffering successive defeats in three presidential elections, PDP…

The rising price of petrol following the full deregulation of the downstream oil sector continued to generate reactions on Thursday, with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, urging Nigerians to cut back on the number of cars they own. The statement by the former Akwa Ibom State governor appeared largely paradoxical as it is no news…

The crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party shows no signs of resolution, as the integrity faction on Friday announced the appointment of Yayari Ahmed Mohammed as acting National Chairman. In the early hours of Friday, the National Working Committee, led by acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, suspended National Legal Adviser Kamaldeen Ajibade SAN and National…

A Nigerian individual has expressed the belief that God acted wisely by not including natural disasters among the challenges faced by the nation. This sentiment was supported by a friend online, who remarked that if Nigerians were required to contend with both a struggling economy and hurricanes simultaneously, the situation would have been exceedingly catastrophic….

In Kogi State, five accused persons will die by hanging for killing three people amid tussle for the ascension to a traditional seat. They were convicted and sentenced by a Kogi State High Court sitting at Ankpa, Ankpa LGA for the killing one Chief Sylvester Sule, a retired Navy officer, his brother Owoicho Sule and…

Actor Yul Edochie has expressed his confidence in President Tinubu, asserting that he believes the President will address the challenges facing Nigeria. He urged Nigerians to exercise patience, assuring them that the nation will ultimately thrive. Yul Edochie wrote, All will be well with our country. It’s a difficult time in Nigeria But I believe…

The Federal Government has granted permission to petroleum marketers to lift petrol directly from the Dangote refinery without going through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. This confirms the speculation that the NNPC will no longer be the sole off-taker of the Dangote fuel. In a statement on Friday, the Minister of Finance and Chairman…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, Thursday, honoured the girl-child in plenary by vacating his seat for a 16-year-old gender advocate, Miss Isabel Anani. The gesture was to commemorate the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child titled Girls’ Vision for the Future.’ Before vacating his seat, Abbas said that the…

A 34-year-old man, Monday Chukwu, has stabbed his friend, Kefa Ofando, 30, to death in Akintola village in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State over a debt of N2,000.00. The incident which led to pandemonium in the community happened because Chuckwu was owed 2,000.00 by his friend and alleged refusal of the late Ofando…

Bishop David Olatunji Abioye and Bishop Thomas Aremu, Vice Presidents of the Living Faith Church, are set to conclude their service in the Liberation Commission, also known as Living Faith Church Worldwide, in October 2024, in accordance with the Mandate, the operational manual of the organization. A recent announcement indicates that Bishop Thomas Aremu’s valedictory…

A shocking incident unfolded at Akoko Anglican Grammar School in Arigidi, Ondo State, as a Senior Secondary School student, Habib Salau, was fatally stabbed by a female classmate identified as Sandra. The tragic event occurred after school hours on Thursday, following an altercation between the two students. Eyewitnesses reported that the scuffle escalated, and during…

The Nigerian military has issued a strong response to former militant leader Asari Dokubo, challenging him to witness the military’s capabilities firsthand on the battlefield. This follows Dokubo’s claim that he could shoot down a military helicopter flying near his residence and his assertion that he has the power to contain the Nigerian military. In…

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has dismissed a suit challenging the hike in electricity tariff, saying it was an abuse of court process. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, MAN, had dragged eleven distribution companies (DisCos) before the court over the increasing electricity tariff for Band A customers. Delivering judgment on Thursday, October 10,…

A young Nigerian lady shares the state she found herself in after a few minutes of going through her husband’s phone and reading his Whatsapp chats. A TikTok user identified as @tomiwa_29 took to the platform to share a video capturing the state of her health after a sneak peek at her man’s phone. Without…

Popular Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has voiced strong criticism against billionaires in the country, challenging their narratives of self-made success. During a recent address to the Igbo community, Seun Kuti, the son of legendary musician Fela Kuti, contended that true affluence in Nigeria is often linked to connections with government officials and contracts awarded by…

As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to celebrate this year’s World Egg Day today, stakeholders have shared their thoughts on factors militating against the availability of eggs for average Nigerians consumption. World Egg Day is celebrated annually on the second Friday of October. According to a statement on its official website, the International…

The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has assumed a new turn with the National Working Committee (NWC) directing the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba and the National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Adeyemi Ajibade, SAN, to step aside. The order was contained in a statement issued on Thursday night and signed by Chinwe Nnorom, its…

As men, it’s important to respect and value the autonomy of women. While it’s perfectly acceptable to ask for help or support, there are certain things that you should never ask or beg any woman for. Understanding these boundaries is crucial for building healthy and respectful relationships. In this blog post, we will discuss eight…

Hearing of the plea bargain agreement entered into by convicted kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike popularly known as Evans has suffered a setback due to his absence. The prosecution counsel and Evans’s co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, were also absent. When the case was called, counsel to Emeka, Mr Nelson Onyejaka, told the court that he was surprised that…