“Nigerians already paid more through bribes” President’s aide defends passport fee hike
President Bola Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has spoken out in defense of the new increase in passport application fees by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Ajayi explained on X (formerly Twitter) that many Nigerians were already paying far more than the official charges by giving bribes just to speed […]
“Keep therapist money aside when you blow” – Rapper, Zlatan Ibile advises upcoming artistes
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has given some advice to upcoming artistes, telling them to prepare for the pressure of fame by setting money aside for therapy. The Zanku hitmaker explained on social media that therapy should be included in an artiste’s budget, just like marketing and promotion. He stressed that mental health is something no […]
“You cannot manipulate a person who is not desperate” – Vlogger, Grace Ajilore
Nigerian vlogger Grace Ajilore recently shared an important message about manipulation. She said that no one can control you unless you allow it. According to her, people are usually manipulated when they are desperate for approval, friendship, or recognition. Seeking constant validation makes it easier for others to influence your actions. Grace explained that if […]
US to limit visa duration for students, journalists
The United States government has announced plans to reduce the length of visas for international students and foreign journalists. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said the new rule would limit F visas, which are used by students, to a maximum of four years. Currently, student visas usually last for the entire duration of an […]
Mass deportation’ plan is ‘not the Christian way – UK’s top bishop calls for Brits to show ‘compassion and understanding’ to illegal migrants
The top bishop in the UK has asked the government to treat illegal migrants with kindness and understanding instead of pushing for mass deportations. Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, criticized the Reform UK leader’s plan to “send them back,” saying it was neither sensible nor compassionate. This statement comes as protests continue outside hotels housing […]
Former Man. United coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sacked by Besiktas
Former Manchester United coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been sacked by Besiktas after the Turkish club was knocked out of the Conference League play-offs. The 52-year-old had joined Besiktas in January, marking his first managerial job since leaving Manchester United in November 2021. Besiktas confirmed the decision in a short statement, which came just hours […]
Trailer k!lls woman returning from farm in FCT
A tragic accident occurred in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) when a middle-aged woman named Ramatu was crushed while riding a motorcycle back from her farm in Abaji Area Council. According to an eyewitness who spoke to Daily Trust, the accident happened around 5:12 pm on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, near the Con Oil filling […]
INEC reacts as opposition parties reject South West voter figures
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to concerns from opposition parties over the voter registration numbers in the South-West region during the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Labour Party (LP) expressed doubts about the accuracy of the figures, particularly in Osun State, which reportedly saw […]
Sacked airline manager says he would have gotten away with s3x jokes if he was gay
Ross Barr, a cabin manager at EasyJet, claimed he was unfairly fired for sexual harassment, saying he faced harsher treatment because he is straight. He lost his job for serious misconduct after multiple complaints from colleagues and passengers about inappropriate remarks and using the plane’s tannoy system for what he called “comedy routines” during safety […]
EX-Acting Vice Chancellor Of Edo State University, Prof Dawood Egbefo, D!es Just Two Weeks After Leaving Office
Prof. Dawood Egbefo, who recently served as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Edo State University, Iyahmo, has passed away just two weeks after stepping down from his role. The university confirmed the sad news through its spokesperson, Amaechi Kelly Quincy, who shared a statement on the official Edo State University Facebook page. Earlier, on August 8, […]