The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says Idumota underbridge market at Ebute Ero area has been gutted by fire. The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. Oke-Osanyintolu said LASEMA received a distress call at about 22.20hrs. “Following distress calls via the 767 and 112 toll-free … Read more
A local herbalist known for his unconventional methods in the Federal Capital Territory, Ismail Usman has shot himself attempt to test the effectiveness of a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm. The spokesperson of the FCT Police Command, Josephine Adeh confirmed the unfortunate incident on Saturday. She said that the incident occurred at Kuchibuyi Village on November 23 … Read more
The National Population Commission (NPC) has dismissed online reports claiming its chairman, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, announced 2025 as the date for Nigeria’s next population and housing census. In a statement issued by Erelu Taibat Yemi Oloruntoba, the Acting Director of Public Affairs, the NPC clarified that no official date has been set for the … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed that it has not yet commenced bulk sales of petroleum products to marketers from its Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC). Currently, the company is selling products sourced from the Dangote Refinery at its retail stations. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage … Read more
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his commitment to completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) permanent orientation camp at Agbowa, Ikorodu, before the end of 2024. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the 2024 Batch C Stream 1 corps members on Friday, the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Social … Read more
The President General of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, Yerima Shettima, has stated that the northern region has not yet reached a collective decision on whether to support President Bola Tinubu’s bid for a second term in 2027. This comes after the suspended National Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Mamman Osuman, reportedly declared that … Read more
Prophet Israel Ogundipe, founder and shepherd of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Genesis Global, has explained his reasons for attending Islamic gatherings and participating in Ramadan activities, emphasizing his commitment to promoting love and unity beyond religious boundaries. Speaking in an interview, the cleric, who was born into a Muslim family with the name … Read more
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, says the Port Harcourt Refining Company, PHRC, has not yet begun bulk sales, stating that essential processes are still being finalized. The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, made this known in a statement on Friday. According to him, the products the refinery current sells originate … Read more
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has fiercely criticised social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkman (VDM), calling his mother a failure and blaming his upbringing for his toxic behavior. In a post shared on her Instagram, Iyabo Ojo suggested that VDM’s upbringing lacked love, care, and stability, which she believes led to his … Read more
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday advised bank customers to report any difficulties withdrawing cash from bank branches or ATMs to the apex bank from December 1. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, said this during the 2024 annual bankers dinner in Lagos organised by the Chattered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) He urged … Read more
Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, better known as Skales, has asserted that he played a role in the rise to fame of his colleague, Burna Boy. In a recent interview with Naija FM in Lagos, Skales shared that he inspired Burna Boy during a pivotal moment in his career. According to Skales, Burna Boy, who … Read more
Pro-Biafran agitator Simon Ekpa, arrested in Finland over alleged terrorism-related activities, will remain in detention through Christmas, as Finnish law does not allow bail. Finnish authorities accused Ekpa, the self-styled Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government-in-Exile, of promoting violence in Nigeria’s South-East through social media. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid … Read more
A former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Chidoka revealed this during his appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday. According to him, he was leaving politics, so he can focus on his non-profitable organisation, Athena Centre. With Athena Centre, Chidoka wants to join hands with other … Read more
A Boko Haram commander, Abu Shekau, has been reportedly killed during an attack on the Sabon Fagi community in Gujba Local Government Area (LGA) of Yobe State. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focusing on the Lake Chad region, the attack occurred on Friday when Boko Haram fighters launched an assault on the community. … Read more
The Lagos State Task force has dismissed two of its personnel, Fatai Yusuf and Hammed Garuba amid their involvement in theft during a recent raid. This is contained in a statement by the spokesperson for the task force, Mr Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, on Friday in Lagos. Gbadeyan said that the officials stole phones during the operation … Read more
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the arrest of investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, calling it an attack on press freedom. On Friday, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, confirmed Soyombo’s arrest, explaining that it occurred during a military operation targeting a notorious gang involved in pipeline … Read more
Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South Senatorial District, has threatened to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC) if the party’s leadership permits it. Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, Ndume revealed that he had considered leaving the ruling party earlier but stayed due to his close relationship with President Bola Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has shared his predictions for the upcoming Premier League matches this weekend. Brighton will host Southampton on Friday night, while West Ham United will face Arsenal at the London Stadium on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a fundamental rights suit filed by Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, also known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky had sought ₦200 million in damages, alleging that his fundamental rights were violated by the EFCC. However, Justice Alexander Owoeye ruled on Thursday, November 28, … Read more
Leicester City have appointed former PSV Eindhoven manager Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new head coach. The Dutchman takes over from Steve Cooper, who was dismissed last weekend after overseeing just 12 Premier League matches with the Foxes. Van Nistelrooy has signed a contract that will keep him at the King Power Stadium until June … Read more