Why we ‘threw out’ Natasha’s fresh petition against Akpabio — Senate panel
The Nigerian Senate has dismissed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, led by Neda Imaseun, explained why the case was thrown out. During a meeting on March 25, the committee said the case was closed because of procedural errors. Imaseun pointed […]
Oprah Winfrey dragged into hip-hop icon Russell Simmons’ high-profile rape case
Oprah Winfrey has been pulled into a legal battle involving hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons. She has been subpoenaed by Drew Dixon, one of Simmons’ accusers, as part of Dixon’s defamation lawsuit against him. Dixon sued Simmons over comments he made in a 2023 interview about her allegations. He claimed that Winfrey stepped away from a […]
“If I open my mouth to speak” MC Deacon Famous reacts to fall out with actress Ekene Umenwa
Popular Nigerian entertainer MC Deacon Famous has reacted to speculations about his strained friendship with actress Ekene Umenwa. The two were once best friends, and their bond became even more noticeable when Deacon Famous invited singer Moses Bliss to Ekene’s wedding. Ekene went viral for kneeling and hugging the singer in excitement. At that time, […]
APC well positioned to take over Anambra – Paul Chukwuma
Sir Paul Chukwuma, a leading aspirant for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, has expressed confidence that the party is in a strong position to win the upcoming governorship election on November 8, 2025. Speaking on TVC’s current affairs program on March 25, Chukwuma stated that APC’s growing influence in Anambra will bring […]
Slave markets thrive in Africa – Soyinka laments kidnapping of Nigerians
Nobel Prize-winning writer Wole Soyinka recently spoke at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), saying that slavery is not a thing of the past. He pointed to the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Nigeria as an example of modern-day slavery. Soyinka mentioned the Chibok schoolgirls, who were taken from their school in Borno State by Boko […]
Atiku accuses Akpabio of abusing women when he was governor
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of mistreating women during his tenure as the governor of Akwa Ibom State. Atiku made this claim following recent allegations of sexual harassment against Akpabio by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. During an interview with journalist Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie on the program Untold Stories, Atiku was […]
Oby Ezekwesili shares her account of what led to her altercation with Senator Nwebonyi
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has shared her side of the story regarding her altercation with Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi at the Senate chambers on March 25. Ezekwesili was at the Senate to attend a public hearing on the sexual harassment allegations Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan made against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. In an interview with […]
2026 WCQ: Raphinha fails to help Brazil as Argentina win 4-1, secure ticket
Argentina has officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a stunning 4-1 win against Brazil on Tuesday night in Buenos Aires. Despite Brazilian winger Raphinha’s confident pre-match comments, his team suffered a heavy defeat. Before the match, Raphinha, who has been in great form for Barcelona, boasted in an interview with Brazil legend […]
NPFL: Heartland seek divine intervention ahead of Sunshine Stars match
Heartland FC are looking for a change in fortune as they prepare to face Sunshine Stars in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 31 game. The team, also known as the Naze Millionaires, have struggled recently, failing to win any of their last six matches. Their latest disappointment came last weekend when they lost […]
Natasha: Sowore commends Ezekwesili for confronting Senator Nwebonyi in viral video
Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore has praised former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, for standing firm during a heated argument with Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi. The confrontation, which went viral, happened during a Senate Ethics Committee hearing. The session was about sexual harassment allegations involving suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. During the hearing, […]