Ogogo’s Daughters Seek Medical Help for Actor’s Cancer Battle
The daughters of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, have appealed for urgent medical assistance for their father, who they said is battling stage-four cancer. Lima and Kira Taiwo made separate emotional appeals on Instagram on Monday, asking Nigerians, well-wishers and medical professionals with experience in cancer treatment to help their father […]
Jowi Zaza’s Father Returns Home After Abduction
Chief Sir Joseph Ebere Ezeokafor, chairman of Jezco Group of Companies and father of social media personality Jowi Zaza, has returned to his hometown of Ekwulobia in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State after regaining his freedom. Ezeokafor, a septuagenarian, was released on Friday night after spending nearly two weeks in the custody of […]
Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspected ‘One Chance’ Robbers
Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested two suspected members of a ‘one chance’ robbery syndicate operating in Abeokuta. The suspects, identified as 42-year-old Olajide Rasaq and 29-year-old Bidemi Tijani, were arrested during an intelligence-led operation on Saturday. The command said it received information that members of […]
Justice Ministry Lawyers’ Robe Allowance Raised to N1m
The Federal Government has increased the annual robe allowance for state counsel and legal officers in the Federal Ministry of Justice and the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria from the previously reported N300,000 to N1m. The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission disclosed the new rates in a circular dated July 14, 2026, signed by […]
Okocha, Mikel Reveal How Their Names Changed
Former Super Eagles captains Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and John Obi Mikel have revealed how the names they became famous by originated. Speaking on the Obi One Podcast, the former Nigeria internationals explained the circumstances that led to the changes. Okocha said the nickname ‘Jay Jay’ originated during his childhood while playing street football with […]
Nasarawa Electoral Commissioner Resigns From APC, Joins SDP
Dr. Samuel Tsebe, a member of the Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC), has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Tsebe, a former member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly representing Akwanga South Constituency, disclosed his decision to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Akwanga […]
Okocha Reveals Ronaldinho Questioned Nigeria’s World Cup Absence
Former Super Eagles captain Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha has revealed that Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho questioned him about Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria missed out on the tournament after Eric Chelle’s side lost to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the African play-off final. Speaking on the Obi One […]
Sowore Criticises Adeleke Over Tinubu Endorsement
Activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has criticised Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for endorsing President Bola Tinubu for re-election less than 24 hours after his victory in the state governorship election. Sowore made the remarks in a post on his official X account on Monday, August 17, 2026, while questioning the violence and […]
INEC Rejects Ghost Voter Claims in Osun Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed claims of ghost and hired voters in the Osun State governorship election, saying the use of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System made such voting impossible. INEC Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, Dayo Oketola, urged Nigerians to disregard unverified claims and videos circulating on social media following the […]
China’s Retail Sales, Factory Growth Slow in July
China’s retail sales and industrial production grew at a slower pace in July, official data showed on Monday, missing market expectations and highlighting continued weakness in domestic demand. Retail sales increased 0.6 per cent year-on-year in July, down from one per cent in June and below the 1.5 per cent growth forecast in a Bloomberg […]
