A chieftain of PDP in Lagos State, Mr Toafik Gani, has described the current national leadership tussle in the party as unfortunate and disappointing Gani made this statement on Sunday in Lagos. The former Publicity Secretary of the party in the state was reacting to the crisis in the party,which has resulted in the suspension … Read more
Novak Djokovic missed out on his 100th career title as Jannik Sinner triumphed in a thrilling Shanghai Masters final. The world number one, 23-year-old Sinner, secured a 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 victory over the 37-year-old Djokovic, continuing his remarkable form this season. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe residents are set to witness a significant breakthrough as the long-standing electricity outage in the area is expected to be resolved today. This follows the relentless efforts of Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government, in collaboration with Hon. Abiodun Tobun, a member of the Lagos State House … Read more
The Ondo State Government has dismissed allegations that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa was involved in domestic violence with his spouse, labeling the accusations as blackmail. In response to a viral video purportedly showing the governor in a domestic altercation, the government issued a statement through the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Strategic Communication, Allen … Read more
Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has shared his feelings about being left out of his colleague Davido’s wedding invitation. He revealed that he felt frustrated when the DMW boss failed to invite him to the wedding. Kuti made this disclosure during a recent episode of the show Curiosity Made Me Ask, hosted by content creator Bae … Read more
The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 26-year-old man, Nura Mas’ud, for allegedly setting his grandmother on fire. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Lawan Adam, disclosed the incident in a statement on Saturday. According to Adam, the tragic event occurred on October 8, 2024, in Mu’azu village, Dan Gwanki ward, … Read more
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has resumed training at Galatasaray after a brief period on the sidelines due to injury. Galatasaray announced the development on Saturday via Instagram, stating, “Victor Osimhen has worked separately from the team within the special programme prepared for him.” EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – … Read more
The father of Tottenham star Son Heung-min, Son Woong-jung, has been fined three million won ($2,220) by a South Korean court for violating child welfare laws at his football academy, according to reports. Son Woong-jung, a former footballer who authored a best-selling memoir about guiding his son to become a Premier League star, faced the … Read more
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the tragic deaths of three SuperSport crew members and a police officer following an attack by suspected bandits in Anambra State. The victims were part of a media team traveling from Lagos to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to cover Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Libya … Read more
Mauricio Pochettino celebrated a successful debut as the manager of the United States national team with a 2-0 victory over Panama in Austin, Texas. AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah netted the first goal shortly after halftime, followed by a late strike from PSV forward Ricardo Pepi, which secured the win. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
The Enugu State government has announced the enforcement of a daily mortuary tax of N40 to discourage the prolonged storage of corpses in morgues. Emmanuel Nnamani, chair of the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service (ESIRS), addressed this issue on Saturday in response to a viral circular sent to mortuary attendants in the state. The circular, … Read more
Operatives from the Imo State Police Command have arrested a suspected kidnapper and organ harvester in the Douglas area of Imo State. The suspect, identified as Justine Emmanuel, is a 38-year-old man from Amimo in the Ikeduru Local Government Area. He was apprehended during a rescue operation. The police also rescued a 19-year-old woman, whose … Read more
Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi aims to kick off his tenure as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Lobi Stars with a victory. Lobi Stars will face off against Niger Tornadoes in the North Central derby at the Bako Kontagaro Stadium in Minna today. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Scotland’s former First Minister Alex Salmond, a key figure in the independence movement, has passed away at the age of 69, the Scottish National Party (SNP) announced on Saturday. UK media reported that Salmond fell ill after delivering a speech in North Macedonia. Salmond served as Scotland’s leader from 2007 to 2014. “Alex Salmond, former … Read more
Kamala Harris has released her medical records, which confirm she is in “excellent health” and fully capable of serving as president. In response, the Democratic presidential nominee criticized Donald Trump for his lack of transparency in not releasing his own health records. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies … Read more
The United States government has charged the founder and Chief Executive Officer, CEO of Air Peace, a Nigerian airline, Allen Onyema with obstruction of justice in a new indictment. Onyema was accused of submitting false documents in an attempt to halt an investigation into earlier charges of bank fraud and money laundering. The airline’s Chief … Read more
Senior Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader, Baba Siddique, was tragically shot and killed on Saturday in Bandra, Mumbai, by unidentified attackers. Siddique, a former state minister, was rushed to Lilavati Hospital but succumbed to his injuries. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has … Read more
The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State has vehemently rejected the results of the local government elections held on Wednesday, describing the exercise as flawed and pledging to pursue legal action against its outcome. At a press conference on Saturday at the party secretariat in Jos, the state capital, APC chairman Rufus Bature … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has brokered peace between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and independent petroleum marketers, resolving a dispute over Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) pricing and supply. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 133rd goal for Portugal as they secured a 3-1 victory over Poland in the Nations League. Ronaldo, Portugal’s captain, struck the crossbar early before Bernardo Silva opened the scoring, volleying home from a knockdown by Bruno Fernandes. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … Read more