Again, herdsmen destroy, set Falae’s farm ablaze, attack workers

The Director-General of the Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC, Chikwe Ihekweazu, says a total of 138 members of the National Youth Service Corps have tested positive for COVID-19.   Ihekweazu disclosed this today, November 23, while speaking at the daily briefing of the Presidential Taskforce on COVID19, in Abuja. NYSC …

If we keep our promises, APC will retain power in 2023 – Babtunde Fashola says

Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Isa Pantami on Monday lost his 13-year-old daughter Aisha Pantami. He said in a tweet that she would be buried in Abuja on Tuesday, November 24. “Inna lil Laahi wa inna ilaiHi Rajiun! My 13-year-old daughter, Aishah Isa Ali (Amal) passed away just a …

Some men of the Nigerian Army have been arrested after they were filmed assaulting a young man in Asaba, Delta state. The young man identified simply as Godson, was physically assaulted by security operatives on Saturday in Asaba. Activist Harrison Gwamnishu who shared the video of the assault, said the head …

President Muhammadu Buhari has blamed the country’s current state of recession on the COVID-19 pandemic.   The President said this while declaring open the 26th Nigerian Economic Summit with the theme: “Building Partnerships for Resilience’’.   Buhari who was represented by Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, said the decline in the nation’s Gross Domestic Product …

Former Vice Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Obi has stated that the current recession Nigeria is currently in is going to be worse than that of 2016.   Obi who appeared on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, said solving the current economic crisis was more important than political permutations …

A Marine Police officer attached to a company at Abonnema wharf in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Sunday, November 22,  allegedly shot dead a 28-year-old man identified as Gospel Gbaraka.   The victim   It was gathered that the deceased, was until his death, a security guard attached to Bulk Strategic …

Borno State Government has refuted reports claiming there was another attack by Boko Haram on Governor Babagana Zulum and his security details. A report by an online media medium had claimed that terrorists on Saturday, ambushed an advance team of the governor at Ja’alta along Gajiram to Monguno Road, killing seven soldiers …

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has decried the upsurge of cult activities, violence and killings around adjoining areas of the Okoro-nodu flyover in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. The Governor has imposed a 24-hour total curfew for two weeks on the parts of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. In a broadcast Sunday …

There was serious tension in Igbo-Ora in the Ibarapa Central Local Government of Oyo State on Thursday following a gun duel between smugglers and some security agents comprising soldiers and Customs officers. An army officer was reportedly shot dead by the hoodlums while it was not clear how many of …

ix persons have died on Sunday along the Enugu-Onitsha expressway at Nkwelle Ezunaka, Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State in a fatal road accident. 11 persons also sustained varying degrees of injury in the crash which involved two vehicles; a white commercial bus and an unregistered shuttle bus. Public …

“You’re such an amazing everything” – Davido’s fiancee, Chioma celebrates him on his 28th birthday

FG to slash levy on imported cars from 35% to 5%

Soldier, two others reportedly killed as Customs officers clash with smugglers in Oyo

According to the management of Mainland Hospital, Lagos, a directive was received from the state Ministry of Health not to release corpses of suspected #ENDSARS protesters. Our correspondent visited the Mainland Hospital after the Chief Coroner of Lagos State, Mrs. Mojisola Dada, via a public announcement, directed relatives who had lost …

Former governor of Imo State and member representing Imo West Senatorial District, Owelle Rochas Okorocha has told Governor Hope Uzodimma to stop destroying the assets of the people of the state in a bid to get at him.   Okorocha who insisted that the assets he left belongs to people of Imo …

Nigerian lawyer, Modupe Odele has spoken on how captivated she was by the appearance of #EndSARS protester, Eromosele after his release. According to her, on the day he was released from Police custody, she complimented his looks and and pointed out how he looked fresh. She said that it was …

Billionaire daughter and popular Disc Jockey, DJ Cuppy has spoken on her relationship with British-Nigerian boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. Cuppy stated that the WBA heavy weight champion would one day make a good husband when he eventually decides to settle down. She also revealed that contrary to beliefs she may …

The Nigerian Army on Saturday, vowed to repeat the same action it took at the Lekki toll gate on October 20, 2020, should a similar situation arise again. Recall that soldiers who had been deployed to disperse #EndSARS protesters that converged on the toll gate for 13 days opened fire …

Stoke city manager, Michael O’Neill, has praises former Nigerian captain John Obi Mikel, saying his presence at the club has made the club stronger .   The 33 year old former Chelsea midfielder joined Stoke in the summer after leaving Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor by mutual agreement.   The …

Video footage has shown that the Nigerian army sent seven trucks to the tollgate on the night of the Lekki shooting. This was revealed by a video footage of the Lekki shooting which was submitted by the Lekki Concession Company to the Lagos judicial panel. The video which is currently being reviewed …

Students drag ASUU to court over continued strike; demand N10billion compensation

9PSB Board Appoints Branka Mracajac as CEO

9PSB Board Appoints Branka Mracajac as CEO

Charly Boy reacts to his daughter calling him out on social media

“John Obi Mikel has made us stronger” – Stoke city manager O’Neill lauds former Chelsea star’s impact since joining the club

The federal government has offered the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) N65bn to resolve the ongoing strike which has lasted for 10 months.   Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige made the proposal on behalf of the government to the striking lecturers when they met in Abuja on Friday …

The immediate arrest of Atiku Abubakar, son of Nigeria’s former Vice-President has been ordered by an Upper Area Court at Kubwa in Abuja.   Bashir Danmaisule ordered the arrest of Abubakar, following his failure to comply with a judgment that he should hand over their three sons to his divorced …

Nigerian music star Davido who turned a year older today November 21,  has shown off a neck chain he got as birthday gift from his partner, Chioma.   Sharing a photo of the neck chain which has an image of him and his mother, Davido wrote “me and my mother, emotional thank you @chefchi”.   …

Top Nigerian music act, David ”Davido” Adeleke, has weighed in on the ongoing feud between twin brothers, Peter Okoye aka Mr P and Paul Okoye better known as Rudeboy. The twins who are members of defunct PSquare group, celebrated their birthday on 18th November and it was embellished in drama …

A heartbroken Nigerian lady has taken to a relationship group to share the screenshots of the chat her boyfriend had with his side chick. She lamented over how she has endured his attitude for some time, yet he keeps on putting her down. She said he has been insulting her …

A man who is among the End SARS protesters that had their bank accounts frozen by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has revealed how a lady helps him regularly. Victor Babatunde has taken to Twitter to open up about how a good Samaritan lady has been taking him out …

Men of the Nigeria Police Anti-Robbery Squad, have been spotted carrying out their duties on a road in Umuahia, Abia state. In a video shared online, captured by a passenger of a commercial bus, officers were seen wearing Anti-Robbery Squad uniform and the men were believed to be members of …

A heartbroken Nigerian man has shared the screenshot of a chat he had with his girlfriend who is breaking up with him after he lost his leg while trying to protect her from robbers. Robbers had allegedly came to his girlfriend’s house while he was on a visit to her …

The UK chapter of Nigerians in Diaspora Monitoring Group, (NDMG), has faulted the investigative report by Cable News Network, CNN, on the shooting of End SARS protesters at the Lekki toll gate. NDMG vowed to institute a legal action against the American network if it fails to retract the report …

Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia formerly known as Tuface Idibia now 2Baba, has tackled the Nigerian government over its attempts to suppress protests in the country. 2Baba called on the relevant authorities to focus on delivering good governance and desist from committing so much energy and resources into ensuring that …

No plan to rejoin APC — Ortom

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state described President Buhari as snow while commenting on the book “The Buhari in us”.   The Kogi state Governor who also stated that Buhari is a superb human being, added that in Islam he is described as the “pure one”. He further averred that the Nigerian …

Cable News Network, CNN has reacted to the Nigerian government’s threat of sanctions on the news network over its investigative report on the Lekki toll gate shooting, insisting that it stands by its report. Releasing a more detailed report on the investigations and how it gathered its data, CNN said; “Nigeria …

Cable News Network, CNN has reacted to the threat of sanctions from the Federal Government over its investigative report on the October 20 shooting incident at the Lekki tollgate.   The international media house carried out an investigation into the incident and shared its findings on Wednesday, November 18.   …

Murtala Sani was on Thursday November 19, arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) before Justice Mohammed Bello Shinkafi of the Zamfara State High Court.   The suspect who was arraigned on one count charge of criminal breach of trust, was accused of collecting 1536 bags of rice worth N26,945,000 from …

Nigerian music superstar, Ayo Balogun aka Wizkid, has revealed the secrets to recording his biggest hits amongst other aspects of his music making process. Following the release of his album ‘Made In Lagos’, Wizkid was seen conversing with a group of friends in London, in a video posted by STEELO …

Nigerian hip hop artiste and lyricist, Olanrewaju Ogunmefun better known as Vector, has trolled actor turned Lagos state lawmaker, Desmond Elliot over his inauguration of a toilet last year. Recall that in February 2019, Elliot inaugurated a toilet in his constituency in Surulere, Lagos. While inaugurating the project, he said …

Lai Mohammed’s son, Folajimi who is also a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly has been outed by political analyst, Ndi Kato for allegedly admitting that #EndSARS protesters were attacked at Lekki Toll Gate.   In tweets shared shortly after the Minister of Information and Culture accused CNN of …

President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Prof Biodun Ogunyemi on Thursday November 19 disclosed that private universities are now recruiting some of its members due to the inability of the Federal Government to meet its demands amid an ongoing strike which has lasted for months.   Ogunyemi reiterated that the …

President Buhari has commended the defection of Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it “as a bold move driven purely by principle rather than opportunistic motives.”   Reacting to the defection, President Buhari said: “I am proud of Governor David Umahi for taking this …

Governor Nyesom Wike has disclosed that another Governor who was elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will also leave, days after Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).   The Rivers state Governor who disclosed this in an interview on …

A human rights lawyer, Kenechukwu Okeke, has threatened to file a criminal complaint against all members of staff of Cable News Network, CNN for releasing the report of its investigative findings on the shooting of peaceful protesters in Lekki, Lagos state. We reported earlier that CNN released the report of …

Nigerian artiste, David Adeleke, professionally referred to as Davido has opened up on his feeling towards luxuries of the earth The singer said material things are becoming useless to him everyday, adding that the most important thing to him now is the air he breathes. The father of three made …

A Nigerian lady has shared screenshots of the WhatsApp chat she had with her boyfriend after she found out he cheated on her. In the chat, her boyfriend refused to admit that it was cheating. He claimed he was drunk when he slept with the lady, and he can’t even …

DJ Switch has again opened up about the shooting incident that took place at the Lekki Toll gate on Tuesday, October 20. In a fresh interview with CNN’s Becky Anderson, she slammed President Buhari, saying that she doesn’t hold his words or promises with any iota of respect. According to her, ‘Nigeria practices …

Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Ihenacho is also devastated after they threw away a four-goal lead to draw 4-4 with Sierra Leone in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying first leg match last Friday at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.   Nigeria finished the first half with a …

Usman Ibrahim, the permanent secretary of the Kogi State Ministry of Commerce and industry has been queried over the tax issued on loaves of bread in the state.   Recall that Governor Yahaya Bello had stated that he was not privy to memo in which the controversial tax was communicated to …

For the third consecutive year, the pan-African and fully integrated Conglomerate, Dangote Group, has again emerged as the Most Valuable Brand in Nigeria for the year 2020, the outcome of the 2020 edition of the Annual Brand Evaluation, “TOP 50 BRANDS NIGERIA” has revealed. Though, still themed Top 50 Brand, …

Gunmen have reportedly abducted 12 Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) who were on their way from Borno state to Zamfara state.   Kano-based lawyer, Bulama Bukarti, who shared the story on his Twitter, stated that it was reported on BBC Hausa. The police officers were said to be on their way to Zamfara …

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the recent increase in the pump price of petrol across the country.   Recall that last Friday, November 13, the Petroleum Products Marketing Company, a subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, increased the ex-depot price of petrol from N147.67 per litre to N155.17. Following the announcement, the …

There are many talents in Nigeria who will excel and go into the invention of many technological devices once presented with the opportunities to soar. A little Nigerian boy is being hailed for building an ATM with carton and interestingly it dispenses cash. The boy known as Chigozirim was spotted …

A Yobe State indigene has made Nigeria proud at the World Chemistry competition, where he defeated candidates from many countries to secure the second position. Umar Usman Dagon, from Gashua town of Yobe state, took part in the “Imaginechemistry” competition and made it to the top five that appeared in the final …

A member of the Board of Trustees of the All Progressives Congress and a strong ally of President Buhari, Buba Galadima, has condemned the recent action of the Central Bank of Nigeria, freezing the bank account of #EndSARS promoters.   Speaking on Arise TV this morning, Galadima said the action is unconstitutional as Nigeria is …

Ned Nwoko is allegedly engaged to a UK-based lady who will reportedly become his 7th wife. The lady identified simply as “Sara” and “Sar8al” on Instagram has been in Nigeria for some time, and Regina Daniels has been sharing her photos and videos on both Instagram and Snapchat including one …

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Ali Ndume, has said he sees nothing wrong with the proposed Social Media Bill.   Mr Mohammed Sani Musa proposed the Protection from Internet Falsehood and Manipulations Bill. He says its aim is to curb the spread of false news.   The bill …

New report has debunked the death of Assistant Commissioner of Police who was shot on Friday at the Upper Sakponba road end of Benin, the Edo State capital, during a gun duel between a rivalry cult gangs. The ACP whose name was withheld in the previous reports that announced his …

Police officer narrates how his friend got carried away by love and got scammed by his girlfriend

Lekki Shooting: Soldiers never used live ammunition on #EndSARS Protesters – Army

Man, 40, arrested for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl in Kaduna

Mompha has reacted to comments that trailed report of Zimbabwean socialite and businessman, Genuis “Ginimbi” Kadungure’s Ferrari overheating.   Recall it was reported earlier that the luxurious vehicle which was one of the late Ginimbi’s personal favourites from his fleet, overheated, while being driven by his best friend, DJ Rimo en-route …

Nigerian dancehall and reggae artiste Patoranking has dropped a few nuggets for people who often gossip about others. According the Suh Different crooner, gossip becomes a form of advertisement when there is grace upon the individual being talked about. He made the statement in a recent post via his official …

Onion is a commodity which people are beginning to refer to as the new gold in Nigeria following the sudden rise in its market value. This newly gained status of the onion family – as funny as it sounds – is now a symbol of abundance and plenty as has …

  Veteran Nigerian singer, CharlyBoy has finally revealed why he proposed to his wife, Diane Oputa again after 45 years of marital bliss. Recall that few days ago, the entertainer shared photos of his proposal to his wife. The self-acclaimed “Area Fada” revealed that it is his fourth time of proposing to her and …

Commander of the 81 division of the Nigerian Army, Ibrahim Taiwo has stated that Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu did the right thing by inviting soldiers to restore order during the #EndSARS protest in the state. Taiwo while addressing the judicial panel set up by the state on Saturday said the soldiers were …

“I will disgrace you publicly” – Yetunde Bakare threatens to expose men sending her nude photos

Youth members return to Lagos panel

A Kaduna pastor identified as Reverend Jonah Gangers has been accused of abducting and converting a Muslim girl whose name was given as Sadiya Idris to Christianity.   Nigerian Islamic human rights organization, Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) who raised the alarm called for a speedy trial and arrest and prosecution of the Pastor and …

A young Nigerian has taken to social media to lament after using his father’s money to place bet online. According to the man with handle @j_fizy, he used his father’s N100,000 to place a bet which unfortunately cut. The guy who pleaded with Twitter users to help him recover the …

A video has surfaced online showing the moment a pastor was eating during what is believed to be a church service and giving ‘blessings’ in a rather odd way. The clergy man could be seen eating eba and soup (a traditional Nigerian meal) as church members approached to lick his …

The Independent National Electoral Commissioner (INEC) has spoken on the possibility of Nigeria adopting postal voting ahead of the 2023 elections. Postal voting is an electoral process where ballot papers are mailed to voters who vote and return by post for onward transmission to the election centres. Upon arrival at …

The federal government has kickstarted plans to borrow $750 million on behalf of states to stimulate local economies in Nigeria. Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed made this known at the inauguration ceremony of the Federal Steering Committees of the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus …

Popular American rapper, Nicki Minaj has congratulated Nigerian music sensation, Davido on the release of his album, “A better time”. To celebrate that DMW boss on his accomplishment, Nicki took to her Instagram page to hail Nigeria while promoting their ‘Holy Ground’ song. She wrote, “Congratulations @davido!!! ♥️ #HolyGround#ABetterTime#Naija to the WORLD!!!!”.   View …

An Islamist militant leader and 14 other people have been sentenced to death by a court in Mali’s capital Bamako on Friday for jihadist activity in the south of the war-torn Sahel state. “I don’t regret anything because our fight is against the secularism of the Malian state. If I had the …

Wakili said upon receiving the report of the unfortunate incident, the Divisional Police Officer of Itas Gidau station and a team of policemen rushed to the scene where corpses were removed from the river and taken to General Hospital Itas, for postmortem examination. The police spokesperson gave the names of …

The body of 100 Level Microbiology student of the University of Benin, Vera Uwaila Omozuwa, who was raped and killed in a church in Benin, was buried on Friday, November 13, in Benin.   Omozuwa was buried amid tears as her family and friends expressed disappointment that six months after …

A distraught Nigerian mum has recounted  how her son, Seyi Akinade, committed suicide after losing N7 million in forex trading following his arrest and illegal detention by SARS operatives. DailyTrust reports that Mrs. Funmilayo Akinade, on Thursday, November 12, told the judicial panel in Ogun state that her son was a student …

Popular Nigerian author and media entrepreneur, Toke Makinwa has bemoaned the outrageous electricity tariff in Nigeria. According to the lifestyle vlogger, she spends as much as N30K to recharge electricity on her prepaid meter weekly, and a total of one hundred thousand naira (120k), in one month. Taking to Twitter, she wrote, Damnnnn …

Nigerian lawyer, Dele Farotimi, has said that the Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lekki Concession Company LCC, the Nigerian Army, and others have no interest in uncovering the truth of what happened at the Lekki toll plaza on October 20.   Recall that on October 20, military men stormed the Lekki …

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has reacted to the death of former President of Ghana, Jerry Rawlings, declaring that he “will be remembered for his critical role in the evolvement of modern democratic Ghana”. He recalled that Rawlings, who died on Thursday aged 73, supported and accommodated his non-governmental organisation, the Africa …

Tension in Lagos community as a group of armed men attacked a bullion van along Ado road in Ajah. WITHIN NIGERIA learnt that there was a rapid shooting into the air to scare people away before the armed robbers launched their attack on the van. In a video which has …

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU has given undergraduates seven pieces of advice on how to spend their time because of the union’s indefinite strike. The union in a Twitter post advised the students seize the strike opportunity to get a skill and add value to their lives. “This strike …

Fourteen out of the twenty alleged #EndSARS promoters whose bank accounts have been frozen by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, have filed a countersuit before the Federal High court in Abuja, for their accounts to be unfrozen.   Recall that on November 5, the CBN secured an order from Justice …

Nigerian superstar musician, Wikzid is poised to a broken his previously held record as he has bagged a fresh nomination on the 2020 Soul Train Award. International award-winning collaborative single, ‘Brown Skin Girl’ by Beyonce and Wizkid, which has received multiple nominations and awards, receives yet another nomination on the …

A beautiful bride-to-be, identified as Ako Bliss Mercy has shared her joy with fans over her upcoming wedding to the man of her dreams. The beautiful lady who is getting set to tie the knot with her lover on the 22nd of November, shared their pre-wedding photos on Facebook. Sharing …

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has said pupils in the state public schools will start wearing the local Adire fabric as uniform. Adire textile is the indigo-dyed cloth made in southwestern Nigeria by Yoruba women, using a variety of resist-dyeing techniques. According to Abiodun, “starting from next term, adire fabric …

Immigration: Canada makes clarification on refugee application process amid DJ Switch asylum rumours

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has refused to comment on the freezing by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of the accounts belonging to some perceived leaders of the #EndSARS protests as well as the court case brought against them. Addressing State House correspondents in Abuja after …

Governor of Ondo state, Rotimi Akeredolu, has said there was nothing wrong in the freezing of some #EndSARS protesters bank accounts by the federal government. He said the affected protesters had the right to approach the court and defend themselves against the action. The governor made the statement on Channels …

The Senate has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to expedite actions on the prosecution of persons funding the operations of the Boko Haram sect. The Senate Committee on Army made the request during a press conference shortly after the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, and top generals visited …

  APC Nigeria Support Twitter page has taken to the platform to share an open letter to Pastor Sam Adeyemi of Daystar Christian Center. This is coming after the pastor questioned why he was sued by a Nigerian for his participation in the recent #EndSARS protest. Sam Adeyemi had reacted …

Nigerian business magnate Femi Otedola has said a note of prayer for his daughter, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy on her birthday. The music producer and Apple Music Radio host clocked 28 today and fans, celebrities as well as family have been sending celebratory messages to her …

A young Nigerian, Onukwubiri Ifeanyi Kingsley has revealed why it is important for people not to go into serious relationships if they are broke. He advised that a broke person should stay away from a serious relationship until he or she has achieved relative financial stability. According to Kingsley, love …

Award-winning Nigerian Hip Hop artiste, Olamide has said he is willing to pay any amount to have a joint EP with Big Brother Naija season 5 winner, Laycon and finalist, Vee. The founder of YBNL records made this known via a tweet he posted on his official handle, today, November …