Nigerians Question Timing of Oro Festival Amid Upcoming Protests
Nigerians are raising concerns over the timing of the Oro Festival in Lagos, which is scheduled to run from August 1 to August 15. This festival, a significant Yoruba cultural event, overlaps with a period when some groups plan to hold protests against the country’s economic hardships. The Lagos State government announced the festival in […]
Man Sentenced for Spraying and Stepping on Naira Notes in Uyo
In a recent case at the Federal High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Etiusen Stephen was sentenced for disrespecting the Naira, Nigeria’s currency. The incident took place on June 27, 2024, when Etiusen was caught spraying Naira notes and stepping on them while dancing at a party held at Ken’s Court Luxury Apartments. The […]
Nigerian Governors Meet in Abuja Amid Protest Preparations
Governors from all 36 states in Nigeria are currently gathered in Abuja for a meeting at the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) secretariat. The meeting started on Wednesday evening, with some governors arriving around 8 pm. Present at the venue are Governors Lawal Dauda of Zamfara, Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau, Sheriff Oborevwori […]
Nigeria Immigration Officer Suspended Over Drug Trafficking Charges
A senior officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Michael Gbenga Akomolafe, has been suspended due to allegations of drug trafficking. The officer was serving at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Lagos and was brought before a Federal High Court in Lagos State. Kenneth Udo, the Public Relations Officer for NIS, announced on July […]
The Vice Chancellor of University of Jos, Prof. Tanko Ishaya seeks NASS Intervention Over Electricity Disconnection
The University of Jos is in urgent need of help after being cut off from the public electricity supply. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tanko Ishaya, has appealed to the House of Representatives Committee on University Education to step in and address the issue. During a recent visit by the committee, led by Chairman Abubakar Hassan […]
Lagos Government Supports Peaceful Protests, Urges Caution
In response to the planned nationwide protests starting on August 1st, the Lagos State Government has affirmed the citizens’ right to peaceful demonstrations. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the Secretary to the state government, conveyed this message during a meeting with the Secretaries to the Local Governments. Salu-Hundeyin emphasized that protesting is a legitimate right and there is […]
A man who aimed for one last child ended up with quadruplets and is now lamenting the fact that they have used 105 diapers in just six days.
When a man and his wife decided to try for one more baby, they hoped for just one child to complete their family of four. Instead, they were in for a surprise as they welcomed quadruplets into their lives, making them a family of six overnight. With the arrival of the four new babies, the […]
Gabon Invites Aliko Dangote to Invest in Cement and Fertilizer Sectors Amidst Nigerian Dispute
Gabon’s President has officially invited Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual, to explore investment opportunities in Gabon’s cement and fertilizer industries. This invitation comes in the midst of Dangote’s current dispute with Nigerian authorities concerning his private refinery. Dangote’s group recently shared a photo of Dangote meeting with the Gabonian President, showcasing the potential for new […]
Obasanjo’s Warning: Africa’s Youth Crisis Needs Immediate Attention
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised alarm about the growing crisis among Africa’s youth. In response to recent protests in Kenya, Obasanjo highlighted the severe issues facing young people across the continent, including high unemployment, lack of empowerment, and pervasive poverty. Obasanjo emphasized that when young people have nothing to lose and see their leaders […]
Nigerian Government Holds Emergency Meeting Over Planned August 1 Protest
The Nigerian government has called for an urgent meeting with ministers to discuss the nationwide protest planned for August 1, 2024. This meeting, set for July 24, 2024, at 10 am, will take place at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Conference Room. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, through the Minister […]