2027: Kuje Chairman Warns Residents Against Voting APC Opponents
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Chairman of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory, Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo, has warned residents against supporting candidates or political groups opposed to the ruling All Progressives Congress. In a video circulating on social media, Shekwolo said he would not allow anyone in the area council […]
Peter Obi Rejects Atiku’s Fuel Subsidy Plan, Explains Why
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has rejected a proposal by his African Democratic Congress (ADC) counterpart, Atiku Abubakar, to restore fuel subsidy if elected president in 2027. Obi spoke on Monday at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he defended the […]
Emir Sulu-Gambari Calls for Prayers, Peace and Exemplary Conduct At Eid-Maulud 1448 AH
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, extends warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in Ilorin Emirate, Kwara State, Nigeria, and across the world on the occasion of Eid-Maulud 1448 AH, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Emir also urged Muslims […]
Oyo Faults Makinde’s Exclusion from Ibadan-Ijebu Road Flag-Off
The Oyo State Government has criticised the exclusion of Governor Seyi Makinde from the official flag-off of the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road project held in Oluyole Local Government Area of the state. The state Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, expressed the government’s position in a statement issued on Monday in Ibadan. Oyelade described the ceremony, held […]
Bunmi Nelson Regrets Ignoring Funke Akindele’s Support
Nollywood actress Bunmi Nelson has admitted she underestimated Funke Akindele’s potential early in her career, saying she regrets not taking advantage of opportunities the actress offered her. Nelson made the revelation during an interview with actress Biola Adebayo on the Talk to B podcast, where she reflected on their relationship and the lessons she has […]
Poco Lee Remanded In UK Over Alleged Assault
Nigerian dancer and socialite Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is reportedly being held on remand in the United Kingdom over an alleged assault offence and is expected to appear before a London court in September. Benjamin Kuti, popularly known as the Oluomo of Derby and founder of the Nigerian community in the UK, […]
Funke Akindele’s Birthday Post Sparks Debate After Ogogo’s Burial
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has drawn mixed reactions on social media after celebrating her birthday on Monday, the same day veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, was buried in Ilaro, Ogun State. Akindele, who marked her birthday on Monday, thanked God for another year and prayed for good health, longevity and […]
Edo Assembly Impeaches Former Speaker Agbebaku
The Edo State House of Assembly has formally impeached its former Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, eight days after he announced his resignation from the position. Agbebaku, who represents Owan West Constituency, resigned as Speaker on August 17, 2026, after which Yekini Idaiye, representing Akoko-Edo I Constituency, was elected to lead the House. Following the development, the […]
JAMB Introduces Home-Based O’Level Result Verification
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has introduced a new system allowing candidates for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination to verify and upload their O’Level results from home. The service currently covers results issued by the West African Examinations Council, enabling candidates to complete the process without repeated visits to Computer-Based Test centres. Under […]
Ezekwesili Credits Tinubu on Forex Stability, Faults Rising Living Costs
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has acknowledged that the administration of President Bola Tinubu has made progress in stabilising the foreign exchange market through greater adherence to market principles. Ezekwesili made the assessment in an interview with News Central Television, while noting that the improvement in some economic indicators had yet to translate into […]
