Alleged Mambilla Power Fraud: EFCC tenders Obasanjo’s statement as exhibit
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented a statement written by former President Olusegun Obasanjo as part of the evidence in the trial of Dr. Olu Agunloye, who used to be Nigeria’s Minister of Power and Steel. Agunloye is facing serious accusations regarding how he handled the contract for the Mambilla Hydropower Station […]
Court grants Emefiele N2bn bail
On Monday, June 16, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) took Emefiele to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court. The case was handled by Justice Yusuf Halilu. Emefiele pleaded not guilty to all eight charges made against him. According to the EFCC, Emefiele teamed up with a man named Eric Ocheme, who has […]
Macron berates Trump over threat to Greenland during visit
French President Emmanuel Macron recently visited Greenland, where he strongly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump for his repeated suggestions that the United States should acquire the island. Speaking in Nuuk, the capital, Macron stated that such comments were not appropriate for allies, signaling Europe’s disapproval of any aggressive or forceful intentions toward the autonomous […]
We will remove Tinubu in 2027 – Ex- Presidential aide
A former adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Aliyu Audu, has explained why he left the ruling APC government ahead of the 2027 elections. According to him, his decision is part of a bigger plan to fight against President Tinubu’s re-election. Audu shared his views during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday. He […]
BREAKING: I will clear my schedule to visit Benue Wednesday — Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has said he will adjust his schedule so that he can visit Benue State on Wednesday. This visit comes after a deadly attack in the Yelewata community, located in Guma Local Government Area of the state. Reports say that about 250 people lost their lives, and the attack was blamed on suspected […]
Tiwa Savage halts London concert after spotting former teacher in crowd
Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage made a heartwarming gesture during her recent performance in London. She suddenly paused her concert when she noticed someone very special in the audience. The touching moment happened at the Meltdown Festival hosted by British rapper Little Simz. In the middle of her performance, Tiwa left the stage to meet a […]
Benue killings: Comedian Sabinus begs Nigerian Govt to intervene
A popular comedian and content creator named Sabinus has asked the Nigerian Federal Government and security agencies to take action against the attacks happening in parts of Benue State. These attacks are believed to be carried out by herdsmen militia. Sabinus is very worried about the ongoing violence in Benue. He said the lives of […]
Nigerian woman, 25, arrested in India with N1.8bn worth of drug
A 25-year-old Nigerian woman named Ifeoluwa Akinwunmi was recently arrested in India for carrying illegal drugs worth more than N1.8 billion. The Anti-Narcotics Wing of the Central Crime Branch caught her in Bengaluru, where she was found with 5.325 kilograms of MDMA crystals. Akinwunmi works as a hairstylist and nail artist and said she had […]
Insecurity: IGP Kayode Egbetokun visits Benue
On Monday, June 16, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, traveled to Benue State to see the security problems there for himself. This visit came after many violent attacks happened recently, causing many people to lose their lives and forcing hundreds to leave their homes. The visit happened soon after a serious attack last […]
”After we say ‘My heart bleeds for..’ What next? It’s not enough to grieve online- actor Emeka Nwagbaraocha
Nigerian actor Emeka Nwagbaraocha has spoken out about how people react to tragedies in the country. He says that when people write things like “My heart bleeds for…” on social media, it is not enough. Many Nigerians are sad and angry about the recent killings in Benue state. But Emeka says just posting sad messages […]