Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele has predicted that Nigeria’s economy might emerge from recession in the first quarter of 2021.   Speaking at the 55th annual Bankers Dinner which held in Lagos on Friday November 27, Emefiele noted that the expected economic growth was two per …

Manchester United are being held to ‘ransom for millions of pounds’ by cyberhackers who hacked into the club’s IT systems

Maina: Court grants Senator Ndume bail

A mother-of-five is being praised as a hero after she tragically died moments after saving her children from a horrific house fire in Russia. The fire started late at night on Wednesday when the family were sleeping in the city of Yakutsk, far east Russia.   Gulnara Kostelnyuk, 31, was …

A wedding ceremony has been canceled prematurely owing to the bride-to-be’s demand for an expensive wedding gown. The fiancée apparently wanted a wedding gown which costs N450,000 but her fiancé was not okay with her demand. A Twitter user with the handle, @ThatLankyBoi, who shared the story revealed that the …

Court fixes Friday November 27 for ruling of Ndume’s bail application

  Photos: “I realized I have been duped by foreign myths” – Nigerian man publicly denounces Christianity, accepts Ijaw deity worship

Theresa Nyorong Yohanna Bwai, 52, and her only son, Bweifar Isaac, 22, died hours apart and family and friends of the deceased have taken to social media to mourn their demise. Isaac, who was said to be a popular recording artist, photographer and student, was shot dead by suspected cultists …

Elon Musk overtakes Bill Gates to become world’s second-richest person a week after he overtook Mark Zuckerberg

Arsenal have reportedly reopened talks with Nigerian youngster Folarin Balogun over a new contract for the striker to remain at the club.   The 19-year-old striker’s deal expires in June and he was the subject of summer interest to several clubs including Championship sides, Brentford and Sheffield United.   Brentford saw …

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 …

Gunmen abduct 400 level medical student along Benin-Auchi road, demand N7m ransom

Governor Bala Mohammed has ruled out plan of dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressive Congress (APC).   A statement released by the governor’s media aide Mukhtar Gidado, debunked report of the Bala being among the three opposition governors negotiating to join the ruling party.   The statement read;   “We …

The national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus has stated that insecurity in the country has become worse and there is no solution in sight under President Muhammadu Buhari. This statement was made by the PDP national chairman while speaking at the party’s 90th national executive committee …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Ibrahim Mohammed Ali before Justice S.I. Mark of the Federal High Court, Kano on a six count charge of money laundering.   The defendant was arraigned today, November 19.   Mr. Ibrahim who works at the complainant’s company allegedly created …

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 …

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 …

Former Governor of Anambra state, Peter Obi has stated that Nigeria will not develop and prosper with a large rising poor population. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in May released a report that 82.9 million Nigerians are living in poverty. This figure represents 40.09 percent of the total population and …

There was a mild drama at the Yaba Magistrate Court on Monday in Lagos during the trial of Eromosele Adene, who was arrested in his home in Lagos by the police for participating in #EndSARS protest. Policemen attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department had denied arresting Eromosele at his …

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 …

Lewis Hamilton has made history with his seventh Formula 1 title win on Sunday November 15.   The British superstar became the most successful racing driver ever with a masterful victory in the Turkish Grand Prix, equalling Michael Schumacher’s achievement in terms of titles, after already surpassing the German’s number of race wins …

Nigerians on Twitter are currently tackling Vice President Yemi Osinbajo after they dug up his old tweet.   On November 14, 2017, the Vice President shared these photos of himself in a helicopter having an aerial view of the Apapa area of Lagos which has over the years been known to …

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 …

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 …

The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 pandemic has advised Nigerians abroad, who might be planning on coming home for the Christmas festivities to shelf the plan for now. The advice is part of the PTF’s strategy to minimise incoming travellers from other parts of the world, especially countries currently …

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 …

Ginimbi left an instruction on how he wants his burial to be conducted – Sister, Juliet Kadungure

Victor Mela, the lawmaker representing Billiri/Balanga Federal Constituency of Gombe State in the house of representatives has been convicted for “lying on oath” in his Form CF001 submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission as a candidate in the 2019 general elections.   The Chief Magistrates’ Court in Zone 6, Wuse area …

Governor Seyi Makinde has made a clarification on report of South-West leaders supporting the regulation of social media.   He stated that contrary to media reports, their position remained that since there’s already an extensive Cybercrime Act, there’s no need for any other bills to regulate social media.   Governor Makinde added …

Dr Bola, the female doctor who accused her UK-based colleague and popular social media commentator, Dr Olufunmilayo of allegedly raping her during a visit to the European country, has been accused of fleeing on a bike after a defamation lawsuit was refiled against her before a federal high court.   …

The Executive Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum has requested the federal government to set up a multi-stakeholder team to probe the findings of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on sponsors of Boko Haram in Nigeria. This request was made by the Borno state governor while reacting to the report …

A shocked visitor has discovered a starving lion at a zoo in Kaduna, Nigeria along-side a number of other severely underfed animals. After the man’s discovery, a wildlife charity has begun a rescue mission from the horror zoo in an attempt to save the life of the severely malnourished male lion. …

Nurse arrested over deaths of eight babies and attempted murder of another nine babies at Countess of Chester Hospital

Nude woman caught touching herself outside chicken shop found committing same offence again weeks after her arrest

Govenrors, traditional rulers and other critical stakeholders in the South West have called for the review of reports of constitutional conferences including the 2014 National Conference. This call was made by the critical stakeholders in a communique issued after a meeting also attended by ministers from the South-West following the EndSARS …

”Joe Biden’s dreams shall be dashed, his “victory” annulled & his celebrations shortlived”- FFK says

Governor Ikpeazu lists guidelines for payment of N30,000 to Abia indigenes who are ABSU students

Sen. Bernie Sanders has congratulated President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their election victory on Saturday November 7.   Appearing on CNN after the projection of the Democratic candidates as winners of the presidential election, the senator who contested in the Democratic primaries alongside Biden and Harris stated that Trump’s insistence on not conceding …

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, says Joe Biden’s victory at the US polls will be dashed and his celebration will be shortlived.   FFK who is a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, stated this while reacting to Biden’s victory at the US polls.   His tweet reads ”The blue wave …

The Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Umar Muri, has been ordered to investigate Nollywood and Kannywood actress, Rahma Sadau over a revealing dress she wore and for not covering her hair in contravention of Islamic canons. The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, gave the order following a petition written to …

American Politician, Joe Biden, officially became the winner of the US Presidential election yesterday and world leaders have been sending in congratulatory messages as it is important to form a good relationship with who would become one of the most powerful leaders in the world. Nigeria’s President, Buhari, has also …

Joe Biden has been elected to be the 46th president of the United States, according to ABC News and the Associated Press. The projection comes after a new batch of votes from Pennsylvania propelled Biden to a nearly 31,000-vote lead in the state, clinching the race there and putting Biden …

Biden should not wrongfully claim the office of the President – Donald Trump warns

US 2020 Elections: Germany, France, EU, Hungary react to US electoral dilemma while UK stays silent

Breaking: Joe Biden overtakes Trump in Pennsylvania

President Donald Trump’s speech from the White House briefing room was on Thursday November 5, cut off by Cable networks, broadcast networks and Twitter for spreading “false claims” about the US election.   Trump began his remarks by claiming that Democrats were committing “fraud” and trying to “steal” the election.  He opened his …

The 36 State Governors under the aegis of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) unanimously resolved to sign the World Bank’s State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (SFTAS) programme’s subsidiary grant agreements. The NGF’s resolution was contained in a communiqué signed by its chairman, Governor Kayode Fayemi after the 21st teleconference meeting …

US election LIVE updates: Joe Biden is one state away from victory as vote-counting centres are swamped by Trump’s supporters

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19, Boss Mustapha has told Nigerians to expect a massive COVID-19 infections in the next two weeks.   Mustapha who said this at PTF’s briefing on Tuesday November 3, condemned the careless act of travellers failing …

Two separate gang leaders of notorious syndicates of bandits terrorizing Katsina State have repented and surrendered their arms to Governor Aminu Bello Masari.   Spokesperson of the Command, SP Isah Gambo, who confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, November 4, said the gang leaders repented and surrendered ten …

A mini bus was set ablaze by some angry youths after the driver allegedly killed a commercial motorcyclist in Ibadan, Oyo State.   The accident occurred around 7 am on Wednesday, November 4, along the Idi-Ape inwards Iwo road axis.   It was gathered that the bus crested with ‘Power …

President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign has filed suit in Michigan’s Court of Claims seeking a halt of ballot counting in Michigan “until meaningful access has been granted” to observe the ballot counting process, but Democratic officials in Michigan are countering the claims.   “We also demand to review those ballots which are opened …

A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the abduction of a teenage girl in south-west London.   The suspect, Kadian Nelson was arrested by officers in nearby Tooting at around 8pm on Tuesday November 3 after police launched an appeal to track him.   The victim, an 11-year-old …

The Lagos state Judicial Panel of Inquiry probing the alleged shootings of #EndSARS protesters by soldiers at the Lekki tollgate in Lagos on October 20, has declined the request by the operators of the tollgate, Lekki Concession Company (LCC), to “take back possession” of the Lekki tollgates.   At the sitting …

Over 160 suspected looters to be arraigned in Adamawa courts

At least one person is believed to have been killed and several others injured after shots were fired near a synagogue in Vienna in what’s believed to be a co-ordinated terror attack committed by several people.   A police officer has been shot and is in a serious condition, reports Austrian …

Tension in Enugu community as mob reportedly razed two mosques and destroyed many shops during the weekend in Nsukka. The gory incident sparked tension in the town, a said calm and peaceful town which has been without crisis. According to TheCable report, trouble started brewing on Saturday when a tricyclist …

Enugu government suspends curfew

NAF denies ignoring rescue call at Chibok

Nigeria’s ambassador to Jordan, Ungogo dies at 70

NDLEA arrest two men with 16.65kg of cocaine concealed in children duvet at Lagos Airport

Indian doctor duped into spending $93,000 on ‘Aladdin’s lamp that will make him rich’

Actress Ada Ameh’s daughter laid to rest

If there is any girl on Earth that I have slept with since marrying my wife, please speak publicly- Reno Omokri

‘I highly believe you had something hard in your gloves’ – Deontay Wilder accuses Tyson Fury of cheating in both of their bouts with ‘egg-weight’ in his glove

It was a huge disgrace that my marriage failed but God in heaven knows I did my best – Muma Gee

Lagos state government lifts curfew

If there is any girl on Earth that I have slept with since marrying my wife, please speak publicly- Reno Omokri

Gunmen kill police officer, motorcyclist in Benue

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reacts after the US rejected her appointment as new Director-General of the World Trade Organization

Governor Nyesom Wike on Wednesday signed an executive order reinforcing the ban on the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra’s activities. The Governor said while Rivers remained the home to all tribes and ethnic nationalities, it was “opposed to the presence and activities of the legally proscribed and anarchic IPOB and whatever it …

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was slated to be the new Director-General of the World Trade Organization. However there has been an unexpected glitch in the process.   In a last ditch move, the United States representative at World Trade Organization took to the floor to insist that South Korea’s candidate remained a …

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Babagana Monguno, has said that social media was used to incite violence during the EndSARS protest and is still being used to incite violence across Nigeria.   Munguno said this at a workshop on the 2020 national cybersecurity strategy in Abuja today Wednesday, October 28.   …

The body of a Virginia rapper who went missing for eight days was found in the trunk of his friend’s car after a crash on a Florida highway.   Brian Trotter, AKA Kent Won’t Stop,25, was reported missing by his family on Saturday, October 17. A week later, his body …

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 201 suspected looters who took advantage of the #EndSARS protest to invade public and private warehouses. Parading the suspects before newsmen, spokesperson of the command, ASP Yusuf Mariam, said they were all arraigned before six mobile courts on Wednesday 28th October, 2020. …

Returning stolen goods may not shield a looter from prosecution – FCT police boss, Bala Ciroma says

The Nigeria Air Force authority says it has arrested its personnel seen in a viral video flogging curfew defaulters in Ilesha, Osun state.   The video which made rounds on social media on Tuesday, October 27, showed the curfew defaulters inside muddy water while being flogged by the security agents. …

President Buhari has appealed to Nigerians to desist from actions and comments that could jeopardise the unity and progress of the nation.   The President made the appeal during the launching of the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRD) Emblem and Appeal Fund in Abuja on Wednesday October 28.     …

Mr. Tade Ipadeola, the lawyer to former Managing Director of Alpha Beta Consulting firm, Dapo Apara has disclosed that court papers containing fraud charges filed against former governor of Lagos, Bola Tinubu and the tax consultancy firm were reportedly burnt after the Lagos State High Court in Igbosere was set on fire in the …

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps have dismissed one of its officers, Corps Assistant Illiya Ibrahim of the Gwagwalada Division Abuja, for partaking in the looting of Covid-19 palliatives discovered in a warehouse in Gwagwalada, Abuja.   On Monday, a mob stormed the warehouse and carted away the palliatives. A …

The people of Bille Kingdom in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday, October 27, held a peaceful protest against insecurity on their Waterways.   This is coming two days after suspected sea pirates attacked a boat conveying passengers to Port Harcout, the state capital, on Sunday afternoon, October …

Kaduna government relaxes curfew in 21 local governments

IPOB and other secessionist groups hijacked #EndSARS protest – National Economic Council

Amarjeet Sada became known as the world’s youngest serial killer after he killed for the first time at age 7 and continued killing afterwards.   He had allegedly killed three people by the age of eight, two of whom were related to him.   The young boy from the Begusaray district …

Pastor Tunde Bakare has commented on the #EndSARS movement which has caught global attention in the last few days.   The General Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, formerly known as Latter Rain Assembly described the protest as a tip of the iceberg and further stated that no degree of …

The majority leader in the Lagos State House of Assembly Majority Leader, Sanai (SOB) Agunbiade has said that he was planning to distribute the palliatives looted from his home in Ikorodu on Friday, October 23.   A mob stormed his apartment and looted food items and other properties they could lay …

Osun government declares 24-hour curfew indefinitely

A mob in Anambra state has set the statue of the pioneer President of Nigeria, the late Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, on fire in Onitsha.   The statue was at Denis Memorial Grammar School Roundabout, Awka Avenue, Onitsha, known as Zik Roundabout. While the mob were on a rampage, they doused the statue …

The Kwara State Government has condemned the looting of a warehouse housing COVID-19 pallatives located around the Ilorin International Airport.   Hundreds of residents on Friday October 23, broke into the warehouse and carted away food items like noodles, spaghetti, rice, sugar, among others. Video footages and photos shows some …

Presidency has revealed why President Muhammadu Buhari did not mention anything about the shooting of #EndSARS protesters in Lekki on Tuesday night. According to Buhari’s aide, it would be ‘premature and presumptuous’ for the president to speak on the shooting. Recall that many Nigerians have blasted and carpeted President Buhari …

Akwa Ibom government extends curfew

Attack on police perpetrated by IPOB members under guise of #EndSARS protest – Rivers State Commissioner of Police

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, internationally celebrated Nigerian author, has written about the #EndSARS protest which saw Nigerian youths demonstrating against the extrajudicial activities of the now-defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). There is an ongoing #EndSARS protest across the country against the SARS tactical unit of the Nigerian Police Force over its …

The United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention has declared the detention of Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, by the Federal Government for about 144 days in 2019 as arbitrary under international law. This is contained in the decision of the group titled, ‘Opinions adopted by the Working Group on …

In a shift, Pope Francis has voiced his support for same-sex civil unions in a documentary that debuted in Rome today, October 21, 2020.   Speaking about pastoral outreach and care for people who identify as LGBTQ, the pontiff said that he thinks same-sex couples should be allowed to have …

The Lagos state government has reacted to the shootings at the Lekki tollgate where ENDSARS protesters gathered on Tuesday evening, October 20.   A statement released by the state Commissioner for Information, Gbenga Omotosho, says an investigation has been ordered into the incident. Read the statement below   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   …

Brazilian politician calls for footballer Robinho to be jailed ‘immediately’ for his role in a gang rape in Italy

There’s been no case of disruption of #EndSARS peaceful protest in Oyo state – Governor, Seyi Makinde reveals as he deploys Operation Burst to continue to protect genuine protesters

Bauchi State Government uncovers 2,116 ghost workers including 100 doctors

A Nigerian lady, Lawal Halimat, has shared the heartbreaking story of how her brother was allegedly killed by SARS officers in Ibadan, Oyo state four years ago.   According to Halimat, her older brother got involved in a fight and was arrested by officers at Adelubi police station. She said …