Sanwo-Olu apologizes for traffic chaos, vows swift action on Independence Bridge repairs
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has apologized to residents for the heavy traffic caused by the repair work on the Independence Bridge near Bonny Camp. The project was halted after major congestion built up across the city. Sanwo-Olu visited the site in the morning along with top government officials to assess the situation. According to […]
Edo Tribunal: Orbih, Ojezua, Nehikhare differ on judgement
The Edo State Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja has confirmed Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the September 21, 2024, governorship election. The tribunal, led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, ruled in favor of Okpebholo, rejecting the petition from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo. […]
BREAKING: INEC rejects petition to recall Natasha
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has turned down a petition requesting the recall of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central in the Senate. In a statement released on Thursday, INEC explained that the petition did not meet the legal requirements for recalling a senator in Nigeria. Recently, some constituents of Kogi Central submitted […]
‘I’m tired of being called prostitute’ – Kate Henshaw
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her frustration over the constant name-calling she faces from online trolls. She shared that whenever people disagree with her on social media, they resort to calling her offensive names like “prostitute” instead of engaging in meaningful discussions. Kate Henshaw described this behavior as tiring and urged trolls to respond […]
Champions League: Real Madrid fear UEFA will ban key player for Arsenal clash
Real Madrid are concerned that one of their key players might miss the upcoming Champions League match against Arsenal. UEFA is currently investigating the actions of several Real Madrid stars, including Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., Antonio Rudiger, and Dani Ceballos. The investigation focuses on their behavior during and after Real Madrid’s dramatic penalty shootout victory […]
I will deal with you – Osupa tells Portable, Taye Currency for insulting him
Fuji music legend Saheed Osupa has warned controversial singer Portable and fellow Fuji artist Taye Currency for disrespecting him. Last week, Portable accused Osupa of removing his song from streaming platforms over copyright issues. In a viral video, Portable called Osupa “big for nothing”, which sparked reactions from fans. After facing backlash, Portable apologized publicly. […]
World Bank approves $1.08bn loan to boost Nigeria’s education, nutrition, and economic resilience
The World Bank has approved a $1.08 billion loan to help Nigeria improve its education, nutrition, and economic stability. This funding will support underserved communities, aiming to improve education, expand nutrition services, and help vulnerable households cope with economic challenges. The funds are mainly for the NG-CARES Programme, which started to address the economic impacts […]
China urges US to immediately lift tariffs, vows retaliation
China has strongly reacted after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on Chinese products entering the United States. This move is part of Trump’s larger plan to change US trade policies and is likely to lead to a more intense trade conflict between the two largest economies in the world. On Wednesday, Trump revealed a […]
Amotekun rescues 28 Ghanaians in Ondo
In a major rescue operation, Amotekun, Ondo State’s security force, saved 28 Ghanaians who were held hostage by kidnappers in the Oda area of Akure, the state capital. The victims had been tricked by a 28-man gang that promised them U.S. visas for a fee of $1,500 to $2,000. Once the victims arrived in Nigeria, […]
“Everybody in Nigeria has body odour. Everybody is smelling” show promoter, Toba, laments as he visits Nigeria
A show promoter, Toba Abiodun, has expressed frustration after visiting Nigeria. He shared his thoughts in a video on Instagram, highlighting the poor condition of the airport and the overall environment. According to Toba, the Nigerian airport looks like one from a war-torn country. He described it as broken down, with no WiFi, no electricity, […]