Ex-Nigerian VP Osinbajo appointed adviser to Africa CDC Director General
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has appointed former Nigerian Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo as a senior strategic adviser to its Director-General, Jean Kaseya. In a statement released on Monday, the agency said the appointment comes at an important time as it continues to promote its Africa Health Security and Sovereignty agenda. […]
ADC crisis: Tinubu, Amupitan working to destroy opposition, democracy – Atiku’s aide
Paul Ibeh, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of working together to weaken opposition parties and damage democracy in Nigeria. His comments come at a time when INEC has refused to recognize the leadership of David Mark in […]
Why I attended ADC unveiling – Nafiu Bala claims David Mark was imposed
Nafiu Bala, a factional national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has explained why he attended the meeting where an interim leadership led by David Mark was introduced in July 2025. The event marked the start of an internal crisis within the party, which later split into two groups led by Bala and Mark. […]
Boko Haram food supplier, Hamatu Modu jailed 40 years in Abuja
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Hamatu Modu, a man accused of supplying food to Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State, to 40 years in prison. The judgment was delivered by Justice Binta Fatima Nyako, who found him guilty of taking part in terrorism-related activities. Modu admitted in court that he provided food […]
UCL: Arsenal manager, Arteta promotes three Nigerian-eligible players to first-team training
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has promoted three young Nigerian-eligible players to train with the senior team on Monday. The move comes ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League quarter-final first-leg match against Sporting CP in Lisbon on Tuesday. According to Arsenal youth insider Jeorge Bird, forward Andre Harriman-Annous, defender Josh Ogunnaike, and goalkeeper Khari Ranson were […]
Nigeria devolving into one-party state — Makinde
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed concern that Nigeria’s democracy may be weakening, suggesting the country could be moving toward a one-party system. In a newsletter titled ‘The Business of Governance,’ Makinde said that people who oppose the idea of a one-party Nigeria are facing intimidation, while opposition groups are being sidelined. He warned […]
Nigerian govt expels controversial US missionary, Alex Barber
The Nigerian Federal Government has expelled American missionary Alex Barber, citing fears that his statements could increase tensions and deepen divisions, especially in Plateau State. The move comes after growing controversy over his work in Nigeria’s North-central region, where authorities claimed his remarks might incite unrest. Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu […]
Turkey: Wilfred Ndidi suspended for one game
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has been given a one-game suspension in Turkey, according to DAILY POST. He will miss Beşiktaş’ upcoming home match against Alanyaspor this weekend. The 29-year-old midfielder picked up his fourth yellow card of the season during the Eagles’ 1-0 loss to Fenerbahçe last weekend. Ndidi joined Beşiktaş last summer and […]
NMA counters Blessing CEO’s cancer claim
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Delta State chapter, has rejected a histology report circulating online that is claimed to be linked to relationship coach Blessing Okoro, also known as Blessing CEO. The association stated that the document was modified from an original medical report issued to a different patient who had been diagnosed with breast […]
‘Looks doesn’t matter’ – Ayra Starr names what she wants in her man
Afrobeats singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, says she does not care much about looks when picking a partner. The singer, known for her hit “All The Love,” revealed that she is more drawn to intelligence and ambition. In an interview with media personality Diana Eneje, Starr emphasized that emotional intelligence is […]