President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly planning to reinstate a controversial military policy targeting transgender service members when he takes office in January 2025. Sources suggest the executive order, expected on his first day in office, will mandate the discharge of all transgender personnel from the United States military, potentially affecting around 15,000 individuals. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The hearing of a ₦50 billion lawsuit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government was postponed on Monday due to the absence of Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary … Read more
Popular Nigerian pastor Helen Ukpabio has demanded N200 billion in damages from singer Bloody Civilian over allegations of defamation. The controversy began when Bloody Civilian accused Ukpabio, founder of Liberty Gospel Church, of advocating harmful practices, claiming she “literally made people burn their children alive. ” The accusation was made on X (formerly Twitter) in … Read more
Big Brother Naija ‘Level Up’ winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has publicly criticized a well-known Lagos restaurant for denying her entry over alleged indecent dressing. Phyna shared her experience on her X (formerly Twitter) account, posting a video in which she wore a black outfit that revealed her cleavage and parts of … Read more
Concerns have intensified among the faculty members of Taraba State University (TSU) in Jalingo after the sudden deaths of three colleagues, including a professor, a PhD holder, and a lecturer, within 48 hours. Reports indicate that Professor Akporido Samuel, a former head of the Department of Chemical Sciences, collapsed and passed away in his office … Read more
The longstanding tension between Nollywood stars Azubuike Michael Egwu, popularly known as Zubby Michael, and actress Angela Okorie aka Legit Queen, has officially come to an end. The resolution was brokered by none other than Nollywood legend, **Pete Edochie**, who played a pivotal role in mending the relationship. The feud between the two actors had … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and other emergency services have rescued a Toyota Camry driver from under a 40ft container. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said this in a statement on Monday, in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church … Read more
Egyptian authorities have reported that 28 people have been rescued while 17 remain missing after a tourist boat sank in the Red Sea. The distress signal from the vessel, Sea Story, was received at 5:30 am local time (03:30 GMT) on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris … Read more
No fewer than 30 people have been killed in several communities across two Local Government Areas of Benue State. It was gathered that many rural communities of Kastina-Ala and Logo LGAs respectively came under invasion on Sunday and in the early hours of Monday. Locals said already 10 corpses were recovered in the Kastina-Ala while … Read more
Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has been ruled out of Wednesday’s Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield after suffering a hamstring injury, the club confirmed on Monday. “Following tests conducted today, Vinícius Júnior has been diagnosed with a hamstring injury in his left leg,” Real Madrid said in an official statement. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
Anthony Joshua may be approaching the final year of his boxing career, according to his promoter, Eddie Hearn. In an interview with The Times, Hearn suggested that the 35-year-old former heavyweight champion could be nearing the end of his journey in the sport. Joshua, who suffered a setback earlier this year against Daniel Dubois, was … Read more
The Nigerian comedy industry is undergoing a seismic shift as traditional stand-up comedy, once a staple of entertainment, faces a decline in relevance due to the rise of skit-makers on digital platforms. Events like AY Live, Night of a Thousand Laughs, and Basketmouth Uncensored, which dominated the comedy scene for decades, are struggling to maintain … Read more
The prosecution of minors alongside other EndBadGovernance protesters ignited widespread outrage this past week, especially following allegations of mistreatment. Videos circulated online showing some of the young detainees collapsing in court, with claims of being roughly treated by the Nigerian police. The incident drew condemnation from human rights advocates, state governors, and prominent figures, including … Read more
A fierce gun battle has been reported between personnel of the Nigerian Army’s 14 Brigade, Ohafia, and unidentified gunmen in Mbata, Umuchima village, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Abia state. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in Lagos Over N5m Donation EFCC Alleges Nigerian … Read more
Troops of Sector 3, operating under the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) and Operation Hadin Kai, have thwarted a terrorist attack by Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists in Kukawa, Borno State. This was made known on Monday by Zagazola Makama, a Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism and insurgency expert, in a post on his … Read more
A Lagos State Taskforce has impounded 128 commercial motorcycles popularly known as “Okada”, for operating illegally in some parts of the state. The Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement, signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, on Sunday in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors over their accusations of electoral manipulation in the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024. INEC had declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner with 291,667 votes, while PDP’s candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, … Read more
Two men have been killed in Kwale, Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, in a violent clash linked to cult-related differences, leaving several others injured. Eyewitnesses reported that one of the victims, who was set to wed the same day, was gunned down while walking with friends to purchase wedding items. The second … Read more
Six men connected to Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba are set to stand trial starting Tuesday, facing charges of blackmail, attempted extortion of millions of euros, and holding the player at gunpoint. The case, which is being heard at the Paris criminal court, has sent shockwaves through the French football community. The accused include … Read more
Head Coach Justine Madugu has announced a squad of 20 players for Saturday’s international friendly against France’s Les Bleues at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers. The list includes CAF Awards nominee goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defenders Osinachi Ohale and Ashleigh Plumptre, midfielders Christy Ucheibe and Jennifer Echegini, and forwards Gift Monday and Rinsola Babajide. EDITOR’S … Read more