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Wike Gives Abuja Land Owners Fresh 2-week Ultimatum to Settle C-of-O Fees

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has extended the deadline for Abuja landowners to settle their Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) fees. This applies to owners of 762 plots in Maitama II District, Cadastral Zone A10, who now have two weeks to comply. According to a statement by the Minister’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, […]

Gov Idris Swears In 4 New High Court Judges, Approves N300M For Vehicles

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has strengthened the state’s judiciary by swearing in four new high court judges and two khadis. The ceremony was held on Friday, December 20, at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi, with many top judicial and political figures in attendance. During his speech, Governor Idris announced the approval of ₦300 […]

I’m more than just Wizkid’s baby mama – Jada Pollock

Jada Pollock, a successful talent manager and mother of Wizkid’s children, is speaking out against being reduced to the label of “baby mama.” In a recent BET UK interview, Jada expressed her frustration about how this title often overshadows her professional achievements and contributions to the music industry. One incident she highlighted was following Wizkid’s […]

Court grants Dele Farotimi N30m bail

A Magistrate Court in Ekiti State has granted bail to human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, setting the amount at N30 million. His court appearance on December 20 was marked by heavy security, with police and other law enforcement agents ensuring order. The Chief Magistrate, Abayomi Adeosun, approved the bail with strict conditions. Farotimi must present […]

Afe Babalola: Dele Farotimi arrives Ekiti court amid heavy security

Dele Farotimi, a well-known human rights activist, appeared at the Ekiti Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti for his defamation trial. His arrival was marked by a significant security presence, including police officers and other law enforcement agents. The case was filed following a petition by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Afe Babalola, who accused Farotimi of […]

I Used to Dress Dead Bodies to Make Money – Patience Ozokwor

Patience Ozokwor, widely known as Mama G, has shared the story of her life before fame. The famous Nollywood actress opened up about how she took on various odd jobs to support her family during tough times. Speaking at the pre-premiere dinner of Funke Akindele’s movie Everybody Loves Jenifa, Mama G revealed that she struggled […]

Turkey-based Nigerian man sentenced to one year imprisonment for drug trafficking

A Nigerian man, Anoke Kingsley Roomy, who was based in Turkey, has been sentenced to one year in prison for attempting to export 600 grams of tramadol, a controlled substance. The sentence was handed down by a Federal High Court in Lagos on December 19, 2024, after Roomy pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges. Roomy […]