2027: Enugu govt fixes N150m fee for political campaign advertising
The Enugu State Structures for Signage and Advertisement Agency has set a ₦150 million permit fee for political parties and candidates planning campaign adverts ahead of the 2026 and 2027 elections. The directive applies to all aspirants seeking to promote their campaigns across the state. The agency’s General Manager, Francis Aninwike, said the rule aligns […]
YEDC condemns attacks on staff in Taraba communities
The Yola Electricity Distribution Company has criticised recent attacks on its workers in parts of Taraba State, describing the incidents as disturbing and unacceptable. The company said staff members were harassed and assaulted while carrying out official duties in Jalingo communities, including Yagai and Kasuwan Bera. According to the firm, the affected personnel were engaged […]
I love you with the love of God — Tonto Dikeh tells ex husband, Churchill
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has sparked reactions online after publicly expressing goodwill toward her former husband, Olakunle Churchill. In a message shared on social media, she stated that she still cares for him “with the love of God,” a remark many interpreted as a peaceful gesture following their past disagreements. Her statement surprised fans because […]
Seven toll gate sites handed over to contractors in Kano
The Kano State Government has officially handed over seven toll gate project sites to contractors for construction across Kano. The move signals the start of work on the planned infrastructure aimed at improving road management and boosting internally generated revenue. Officials said the projects are part of broader efforts to modernise transport systems and enhance […]
NERC cautions Nigerians on dangers of touching live wires, electrocution victims
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has warned residents across Nigeria about the serious risks linked to touching live electrical wires or going near fallen power lines. The agency said such actions can lead to severe injuries or death and urged the public to always treat exposed cables as dangerous. According to the commission, many electrocution […]
Adeleke orders project acceleration, warns against distractions
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has instructed officials to speed up ongoing infrastructure works across Osun State, stressing that governance must stay focused and productive. He said his administration will not tolerate delays or distractions that could slow development projects meant to benefit residents. The directive came during a late-night review meeting with supervisors overseeing […]
Outrage As Simi’s 2012 Post ‘Sexualising’ Four-Year-Old Boy Resurfaces Online
Nigerian singer Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has come under renewed scrutiny on social media following the resurfacing of a decade-old tweet that many users have described as inappropriate. The tweet, posted on March 14, 2012, from her X (formerly Twitter) account, referenced a four-year-old boy named David and contained remarks that critics […]
US Embassy applauds Nigerian-born engineer, Wendy Okolo for leading NASA flight safety research
The US Embassy in Abuja has praised Nigerian-born aerospace engineer Wendy Okolo for her groundbreaking work at NASA Ames Research Center. Her research focuses on flight safety, aircraft monitoring, and control optimisation. Okolo earned her PhD in aerospace engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington at just 26, becoming the first Black woman to […]
Rapper NBA Youngboy announces birth of his 13th child, 3rd with wife Jazlyn Mychelle
Rapper NBA YoungBoy has welcomed his 13th child, the third with his wife, Jazlyn Mychelle. The couple announced the birth on Sunday, February 22, 2026, sharing the joyous news on social media. The 26-year-old artist posted an emotional Instagram clip from the delivery room, calling his wife his “gangsta” while celebrating their newborn baby girl. […]
FCT polls: Lots of result sheets were tampered with – ActionAid
ActionAid has raised serious concerns over the recently concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, alleging widespread tampering of result sheets. The organization warned that such irregularities could undermine public confidence in the electoral process. According to ActionAid, observers reported multiple instances where result sheets were altered, missing, or mishandled across several polling units. […]