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In a spectacular display of patriotism, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led the celebrations for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day at the State House in Abuja yesterday. The event was nothing short of breathtaking, with an impressive honor guard inspection that set the tone for a day of national pride and unity. Joined by First Lady Oluremi … Read more
Emirates Airlines has resumed operations in Lagos, landing at Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) on Tuesday, marking its return after a two-year suspension. The airline halted flights due to several unresolved issues, including trapped funds. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student Ally of Bangladesh’s Ex-Prime Minister … Read more
The Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, has swiftly initiated a probe into a tragic incident of homicide involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama, a member of the Police Mobile Force, 41 Division in Damaturu, the state’s capital. According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Public Relations Officer, Yobe Police Command, DSP Dungus … Read more
Omoyele Sowore, a prominent leader of the #FearlessInOctober protest, has articulated the key demands of the protesters during a demonstration in Lagos on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Sowore called on the federal government to release all individuals detained during the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, as well as those from the #EndSARS protests in 2020. Sowore emphasized … Read more
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has once again rejected allegations of embezzling state funds during his eight-year tenure. The Kaduna State House of Assembly recently indicted El-Rufai’s administration for allegedly misappropriating over ₦423 billion. In response to the accusations, El-Rufai and his allies assert that they are victims of a witch hunt orchestrated … Read more
On the eve of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), shares a message of hope with the nation. Despite ongoing challenges, he emphasizes the importance of holding the government accountable and striving for a better future. Ajaero acknowledges the resilience and sacrifices of Nigerian workers while addressing … Read more
Controversial social media activist and influencer, Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has issued an apology to prominent Human Rights Lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, and his son Falz, for implicating them in his recent allegations against Bobrisky. VeryDarkMan expressed his reservations during his appearance before the House of Representatives Joint Committee on Financial Crimes and Reformatory … Read more
The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has officially confirmed the suspension of several senior officers, including Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) Michael Anugwa, over ethical violations related to the custody of crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, at the Kirikiri Medium Security Custodial Centre, Lagos. The confirmation follows DCC Anugwa’s denial of his suspension during … Read more
Michael Anugwa, the Deputy Controller of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS officer) and head of the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) in Kirikiri, Lagos, has denied reports of his suspension from the service. Addressing the House of Representatives joint committee on financial crimes and reformatory institutions, which is investigating bribery allegations involving the NCoS and … Read more
Social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has announced his intention to present new evidence against controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, during a House of Representatives investigative hearing on Monday. Through his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, VeryDarkMan revealed that this fresh evidence, which has not yet been made public, could … Read more
Social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has disclosed how he obtained the controversial phone recording of popular cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky. Otse revealed that the recording was provided by an individual to whom Bobrisky owed money, and he submitted part of this recording to a committee investigating bribery allegations. … Read more
The Jika da Kolo community in Yadin Kidandan, located in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State, is grieving a tragic loss after claiming that over 25 people were killed in a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) airstrike intended to target terrorists. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, has sparked a significant controversy between the … Read more
The Ekiti State Police Command has issued a warning to residents, particularly the youth, against participating in the #FearlessOctober1 protest planned for Nigeria’s Independence Day on October 1. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student Ally of Bangladesh’s Ex-Prime Minister Loses Life Match Words With Actions -Lawyers … Read more
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has secured a clean sweep in the Anambra State local government elections, winning all 21 chairmanship and councillorship seats. The election, held on Saturday, September 28, was overseen by the Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), with the results announced on Sunday by the commission’s chairman, Genevieve Osakwe, in … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has emphasized that it should not be held responsible for the vote-buying incidents that occurred during the Edo State governorship election on September 21, 2024. Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, addressed the issue in an interview with The PUNCH on Sunday. He stated that … Read more
Controversial social media personality, VeryDarkMan, has launched a legal retaliation against Bobrisky, threatening a N1 billion countersuit in response to an earlier claim of defamation. Bobrisky’s legal representatives had previously demanded an apology from VeryDarkMan over accusations of posting an AI-generated audio aimed at tarnishing the reputation of the crossdresser. In a notable move, VeryDarkMan … Read more
The Deputy Governor’s Office in Edo State, situated on Osadebe Avenue in Benin, has been cordoned off by a significant police presence, sparking concern amidst the state’s ongoing political tensions. On Sunday, a formidable contingent of police officers was visible at the premises, backed by a police truck equipped with a mounted machine gun. EDITOR’S … Read more
The Imo State House of Assembly has called on the state government to take immediate action to address the severe flooding in the Works Layout area of Owerri, which has claimed one life and caused significant property damage. During the plenary session, Deputy Minority Leader Clinton Amadi moved a motion urging the state to evacuate … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s administration, on Sunday, delivered 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to labour and student leaders during a presentation at the State House in Abuja. This move is part of the government’s efforts to fulfill promises made during discussions on the new minimum wage and to ease the economic challenges facing Nigerians. EDITOR’S … Read more
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to enforce a recent court ruling mandating INEC to investigate and prosecute electoral offences committed during the 2023 general elections. The ruling, delivered by Justice Obiora Egwuatu on July 18, 2024, was a response to … Read more