Former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday congratulated the Governor of Osun State, Gboyega Oyetola on his affirmation by the Supreme Court as the duly elected Governor of the State. Ambode, in a statement signed by his media aide, Habib Aruna, said it was a well-deserved victory and an affirmation of the … Read more
The Kwara State Police Command has warned against the planned festival of cultism in Ilorin, the state capital. The police said they have received credible intelligence report that some cult members were planning to celebrate the anniversary of their movement in the state on Monday. Findings revealed that previous celebrations in notable area of the … Read more
A Lagos-based cleric, Apostle Chris Omatsola, has advised the Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo to seek God’s face for mercy before returning to ministry following the rape allegations leveled against him. The cleric, who said he believed the allegations made by singer, Timi Dakolo’s wife, Busola, against Fatoyinbo were … Read more
The Federal Government and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has proposed to recruit National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and graduates of the N’Power Programme to beef up the manpower needs of the Nigeria Police Force. The corps members and N’Power cadets are to make up for the inadequacy of the ongoing recruitment of 10,000 … Read more
The Kano State Police Command on Friday said it has arrested 84 suspected criminals, including three suspected members of Boko Haram across the state. The State Police Commissioner, Ahmed Iliyasu, disclosed this to newsmen at Bompai Police Headquarters in Kano and said that the arrests were made in the last one week. He said the … Read more
No fewer than 40 people being held in various hideouts by volunteer vigilance groups and bandits in the state have been rescued by police in Zamfara State. Their rescue followed reconciliation and peace agreement processes jointly put in place by the Zamfara State Government and the Police Command in the State The agreement led to … Read more
The Northern Governors Forum has condemned Sunday killing of 25 people during a church service at Okokolo Village in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue state. The forum in a statement by its Chairman, Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State, described the killings as a heinous crime that must not go unpunished. The forum expressed … Read more
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has promoted 1,924 Junior Cadre officers, the Customs’ Public Relations Officer, Joseph Attah, disclosed this in Abuja on Friday. Attah in a statement explained that 51 Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) were promoted to Inspector of Customs (IC) General Duty, while 48 Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) were elevated to … Read more
Not known for his criticism of government or its policies, Ghanaian music star, Sarkodie, seems to be shifting that reputation. The rapper, arguably Ghana’s most successful musician yet, has blasted the Ghanaian government over plans to build a new parliament projected to cost a whopping $200m. Describing the move as a case of misplaced priorities, … Read more
Fans of Michael Jackson in France have sued two alleged child abuse victims of Michael Jackson in a French court over claims they made in the recent HBO documentary titled “Leaving Neverland”. The hearing, according to reports, will take place at a court in the northern city of Orleans where the groups namely Michael Jackson … Read more
Dragged into the fray once more in the wake of the recent rape allegations against Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) by Busola Dakolo, the wife of Nigerian singer, Timi Dakolo, Ese Walter has been forced to speak again. This time, the young woman who came forward to accuse Fatoyinbo manipulating … Read more
American celebrity social commentator, Candace Owens, has stirred controversy on her Twitter handle with her favourable comment on Nigerians in the United States of America. Owens, known for her support for Donald Trump and stinging criticism of Black Lives Matter movement and Democratic Party in the United States, stated that Nigerian-Americans are the most successful … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, on Friday, commissioned a total of 288 flats at the Ikeja Military Cantonment, Lagos. The renovated buildings, meant for the accommodation of soldiers, were affected during the Ikeja Bomb explosions in 2001 and had been in dilapidated conditions until the Buratai intervened through the Nigerian … Read more
Two days ago, it was comedian, AY, that celebrated his daughter, Michele, upon the girl’s completion of primary school. This time around, the celebration is about the daughter of another notable comedian, Julius Agwu. The comedian’s daughter, Zahra, just finished primary school on Friday, with his wife, Ibiere Agwu, posting a picture of Zahra on … Read more
Nigerian music star, Timi Dakolo, has countered reports that his wife is suffering from trauma in the aftermath of revealing rape allegations against Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) senior pastor, Biodun Fatoyinbo. Responding to a fan’s post to that effect, Timi Dakolo wrote: “My wife is fine, don’t mind them.” The social media user had … Read more
If her open celebration of being granted American citizenship two years ago unsettled anyone, Laide Bakare doesn’t seem to care. The Nollywood actress went even further by celebrating American Independence Day in an Instagram post. “Happy independent Day #AMERICA its feels good to be an American anytime, every time ??,” she wrote in parts as … Read more
Apparently showing support to his fellow musician, Naira Marley in the controversy surrounding the “Soapy” song, Zlatan Ibile shared a number of videos of himself giving money to children on Friday. The musician posted the videos on InstaStories, showing him handing out cash to children doing the controversial Soapy dance routine while he was in … Read more
As promised, Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, walked the talk on Friday, joining a protest held at a court in Abuja to demand life imprisonment for an alleged child rapist. The controversial Nollywood actress posted a series of pictures and videos from the protest on Instagram, showing not just standing firm in front of the court … Read more
Former England footballer, David Beckham, has celebrated the 20th anniversary of his wedding to fashion entrepreneur and former Pop star, Victoria. The 44-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid star shared pictures of themselves from different ages on their respective Instagram accounts. David wrote: “WOW 20 years, look what we created ♥ Love you so … Read more
In a statement that would have made female footballers in his country and by extension, the continent, happy, Samuel Eto’o has called for more support and investment for the women’s game in the country. While praising the country’s senior female team’s showing at the Women’s World Cup in France, the legendary striker and four-time African … Read more