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IWD 2025: Gov Alia describes women as the cradle of life life and society

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has described women as the foundation of life and society. Speaking during this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration, he called on everyone to support the education of girls, saying it is the best way to fight oppression and discrimination. Governor Alia praised the efforts of women in […]

Soludo bans loud preaching in Anambra markets, imposes N500,000 fine

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has banned loud preaching in markets, saying it causes noise pollution and disturbs traders and residents. He announced that anyone caught using loudspeakers in public spaces, especially in markets, will be fined ₦500,000 A video circulating on social media shows Soludo confronting a street preacher at a market. He […]

Police rescue three kidnap victims in Lagos

The Lagos State Police have successfully rescued three people who were kidnapped along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. The victims, Umezulike Joseph, Eze Theodorah, and Rosemary Ogwulu, had gone to inspect a piece of land they planned to buy. As they were about to enter their car, five armed men suddenly attacked and took them away. The […]

Tinubu appoints former INEC chairman as presidential adviser on livestock reforms

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Attahiru Jega, the former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as the Adviser and Coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reforms Initial. The announcement was made on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, the presidential adviser on information and strategy. This appointment shows the government’s renewed commitment to solving Nigeria’s livestock […]

Canada and Mexico trade war makes 2026 World Cup ‘exciting’ – Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new White House task force to help organize the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on March 7 from the Oval Office with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Trump dismissed concerns that trade disputes with Mexico and Canada—co-hosts of the tournament—could harm the event. Instead, he suggested that tensions would […]

Bimbo Ademoye disguises to go shopping in crowded market

Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye recently went shopping in a busy market without being noticed. To avoid recognition, she covered herself completely in a burqa and wore large sunglasses to hide her eyes. In a video she shared, Bimbo can be seen walking through the market, picking up items, and blending in with the crowd. After […]

Gunmen abduct NDDC MD’s aide in Bayelsa

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted Akari Loveday, the special adviser on Domestic Affairs to the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The incident happened on Friday, March 7, while Akari was traveling by boat to Ayakoro community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. This area is the hometown […]

International Women’s Day: Zelensky pens emotional messages to Ukrainian women

As people around the world celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed deep gratitude to the women of Ukraine for their unwavering support during the ongoing war with Russia. In a heartfelt message on his official X account, Zelensky described Ukrainian women as brave, strong, and determined. He praised their contributions […]

APC tackles PDP over claims Akpabio being behind Udom Emmanuel’s EFCC probe

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom has responded to allegations from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that Senate President Godswill Akpabio was responsible for the petition and media coverage of fraud and money laundering allegations against former governor Udom Emmanuel. Udom Emmanuel was recently questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) […]

Opposition Senators Visit Suspended Natasha Akpoti, Promise Quick Resolution

A group of opposition senators visited Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, at her home on Friday. The visit was led by Seriake Dickson, a former governor of Bayelsa State and a member of the Senate Ethics and Privileges Committee. Dickson shared a photo from the visit on social media and explained why […]