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Mother Pleads for Help After her 8 month old Baby Was Abducted in Imo State

A heartbreaking situation has unfolded in Imo State, Nigeria, where a mother, Ikechi Kelechi, is desperately seeking help after her 8-month-old baby was kidnapped. The infant was taken by a man named Uche and others who are still missing. According to reports, Kelechi was ambushed while delivering a drug supplement she sells, in Ezinihitte Mbaise […]

FCT Minister Wike Criticizes Upcoming Nationwide Protest

On July 23, 2024, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), took a stand against the upcoming nationwide protest scheduled for August. This protest, organized in response to rising hunger and economic hardship, has been labeled by Wike as a political move rather than a genuine call for change. During his visit to […]

Peter Obi Demands N5 Billion from Bayo Onanuga for Defamation

In a significant legal development, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential candidate, has formally demanded N5 billion in damages from Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to the President. This move comes in response to accusations made by Onanuga, which Obi’s legal team claims are both defamatory and damaging to his […]

BBC Cuts 500 Jobs to Save £200 Million for Digital Transformation

The BBC has announced that it will cut 500 jobs as part of its effort to save £200 million. This move is aimed at driving the transformation of the corporation, focusing on enhancing its premium video content and digital capabilities. Leigh Tavaziva, the BBC’s chief operating adviser, explained that the changes are necessary to make […]

DJ Cuppy Mourns the Loss of Her Grandmother

Florence Otedola, better known as DJ Cuppy, has recently announced the passing of her maternal grandmother. The Nigerian DJ and billionaire heiress took to her social media platforms to share this deeply personal loss with her followers. In her touching post, DJ Cuppy reflected on the impact her grandmother had on her life and family. […]

Senate Passes National Minimum Wage Bill, Raising Pay to ₦70,000

On July 23, 2024, the Nigerian Senate passed a significant amendment to the National Minimum Wage Act 2019. This bill, which was quickly processed after being submitted by President Bola Tinubu, marks a major shift in Nigeria’s wage policy. Details of the Bill President Tinubu’s proposal sought to increase the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 […]

Tinubu Asks Nigerians to Cancel Planned Protest Against Bad Governance

President Bola Tinubu has made a public appeal to Nigerians, urging them to cancel a planned protest against bad governance. The protest is scheduled to begin next month and has gained significant support on social media. Government’s Request for Patience Information Minister Mohammed Idris conveyed the President’s message after a meeting at the State House […]

Balcony Collapse in Italy: Tragic Accident Leaves Two Dead and Several Injured

Late Monday evening, a tragic accident occurred in the Scampia suburb of Naples, Italy. A balcony on the fourth floor of a social housing building collapsed, causing two more balconies to fall with it. The collapse resulted in the deaths of a 29-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman. Additionally, at least 13 people, including several […]

Tragic Landslides in Southern Ethiopia Claim 157 Lives

At least 157 people have died after two landslides hit southern Ethiopia’s Gofa zone. The first landslide, triggered by heavy rains, occurred on Monday. Minutes later, a second landslide buried people who had gathered to help with rescue efforts. The death toll increased from 55 late Monday to 157 on Tuesday, according to Kassahun Abayneh, […]

Dakore Egbuson Sends Cease and Desist Letter to Gistlover Blog

Nollywood actress Dakore Egbuson Akande has taken decisive legal action against the controversial Gistlover blog. This move comes in response to unfounded accusations published by the blog, alleging that Dakore is romantically involved with Godswill Akpabio. Dakore, who is happily married and a mother of two, has categorically denied these allegations. She asserts that she […]