Amaechi’s wife: Warn Wike against unguarded utterances – Rivers women tell Tinubu
A women’s group in Rivers State has asked President Bola Tinubu to caution the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for making offensive public statements. The group, known as the Rivers State Women Association of Nigeria (RIVSWAN), said Wike’s behavior is not suitable for someone holding a position in the federal cabinet. They […]
I regret ever relocating from Nigeria to US – Singer Dotman
Nigerian singer and rapper Oladotun Alade, popularly known as Dotman, has said he regrets leaving Nigeria for the United States. The “Star Life” crooner revealed that life hasn’t been easy since he moved abroad. He shared that he has been silently struggling since his relocation. Dotman admitted that things have been tough for him and […]
Teenager arrested while trying to sell human foetus as beef
A 19-year-old boy in Zimbabwe has been arrested for trying to sell a human foetus, claiming it was beef. The incident happened in the busy streets of Harare, and police stepped in after someone reported his strange behaviour. The police, through their official X (formerly Twitter) account, explained what happened. They said the suspect, named […]
Liverpool star Diogo Jota and brother Andre Silva laid to rest
Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother, Andre Silva, were buried in Portugal on the morning of Saturday, July 5. The funeral service took place at the Mother Church of Gondomar (Igreja Matriz de Gondomar) at 10am. Many Liverpool team members attended the emotional farewell, including Virgil van Dijk, Andy Robertson, Darwin Nunez, Alexis […]
US court jails Nigerian Pastor over $4.2m COVID-19 fraud
A Nigerian pastor named Edward Oluwasanmi has been sentenced to just over two years in a United States prison after he was found guilty of scamming the U.S. government out of $4.2 million meant for COVID-19 relief. Oluwasanmi was arrested in April 2024 along with Joseph Oloyede, a traditional ruler from Ipetumodu in Osun State, […]
Senate will not recall Natasha until court-ordered apology – Senate spokesperson
Senator Adeyemi Adaramodu, who speaks for the Senate, has made it clear that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan will not be reinstated until she follows a court order to offer a proper apology. This statement came after a Federal High Court ruling on her suspension. Adaramodu pointed out that the Senate still has full authority to discipline […]
I remain a loyal member and the leader of the PDP in Osun State – Governor Adeleke
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has put an end to rumours that he wants to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made it clear that he is not going anywhere and remains fully committed to the party. On Saturday, July 5, the governor released a statement saying the defection rumours were false and […]
Court upholds NIBSS’ right to manage BVN database
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled that the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS) has the full legal right to manage the Bank Verification Number (BVN) system in Nigeria. In his judgment, Justice James Omotosho said that NIBSS’s role is in line with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act and other financial […]
Tinubu arrives Brazil for BRICS meeting with 5 Governors
President Bola Tinubu has landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to take part in the 17th BRICS summit. BRICS stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—countries known for being strong developing economies. Tinubu’s plane arrived at Galeao Air Force Base at 8:45 pm on Friday, July 4 (Brazil local time). He was welcomed […]
“May the best man win” – DJ Cuppy says she’s talking to people but not dating yet
Popular Nigerian DJ and singer, DJ Cuppy, recently gave a fun update about her love life during a family moment. She was seen chatting with her mum and sisters at a photoshoot when the topic came up. In a short video that’s trending online, Cuppy openly shared, “I’m not dating right now but I’m talking […]