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Marcos sworn in as Philippines’ 17th president
Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos was sworn in as the 17th president of the Philippines on Thursday at the National Museum in Manila. The 64-year-old son of former President Ferdinand Marcos, took his oath of office as…
Nigeria displays commitment to honour debt obligations, redeems $300m diaspora bond
As a sign of commitment to promptly honour its debts obligations always, Nigeria has redeemed its 300 million dollars diaspora bond which matured on June 27. This is according to a statement by the Debt…
‘Celebrities dey make marriage fear us’ — Fans react to JJC, Funke Akindele’s separation
Nigerians went gaga on Twitter on Thursday morning, just a few minutes after celebrity musician and filmmaker, JJC, announced his separation from his wife, Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele. Many social…
Putin says Russia not threatened by Finland, Swedish NATO membership
Russian President Vladimir Putin, says the Kremlin is not threatened by Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but that Russia will however, take military countermeasures. “There is nothing to worry us in terms of…
From iconic singer to jailed sex offender… here’s timeline of R. Kelly’s allegations
On Wednesday, R. Kelly, the US singer and songwriter, was finally sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for sex charges. His sentencing had come after he was convicted of racketeering and sex…
BREAKING: Bandits kill six soldiers, seven cops, kidnap Chinese nationals
Bandits have attacked a mining site in Niger State and reportedly killed security agents, civilians, and kidnapped three Chinese nationals. The attack was said to have occurred on Wednesday afternoon in…
I waited 17 years to win first league title – Ighalo
Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has stated that his wait for a league title in his professional career took 17 years. Ighalo won the Saudi…
Reps approve special bank for entrepreneurs
The House of Representatives has passed for second reading, a bill seeking to establish an Entrepreneurship Development Bank of Nigeria, with the aim of providing soft loans for small and medium scale enterprises…
Atiku Abubakar Reacts To Fayose’s Call For A Southern President
Atiku Abubakar, PDP’s Presidential candidate has reacted to Ayo Fayose’s support for a Southern…
“I Moved Out 3 Months Ago” Funke Akindele’s Husband Announces Marriage Breakup
JJC Skillz, the husband of actress, Funke Akindele-Bello, has announced that their marriage is over. In a post on his Instagram page…
Organ Harvesting: FG Hires Lawyers To Defend Ekweremadu
The Federal Government has engaged some lawyers to defend Ike Ekweremadu, former Deputy Senate President, and his wife Beatrice. Senate President Ahmad Lawan disclosed this after a closed-door session of the…
Matawalle dares Irabor, Police, says residents must carry guns
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has insisted that citizens of his state must carry guns to protect themselves, despite the opposition of Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor and the Police…
‘Fake Policewoman’ Arrested After TV Appearance
Kenyan investigators said Wednesday they arrested a would-be MP for impersonating a police officer after she appeared in full regalia on a television programme where she talked about law and order. The woman,…
Terrorists Sabotaging Power Supply In North East – FG
The Federal Government has said terrorists are sabotaging efforts to provide steady and reliable power supply to Nigerians, especially in the North East region. The Minister of Power, Abubakar Aliyu, said this…
Bandits demand N20m ransom to release abducted Zamfara medical doctor
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Zamfara branch, has said it is working to secure the release of the Medical Director of Dansadau General Hospital, who was abducted by bandits on June 25. Dr Mannir…
Nigerian Pilgrim Dies In Saudi Arabia
A Nigerian pilgrim, Hajiya Aisha Ahmad, died of illness in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. Aisha Ahmed, from Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, died after a brief illness, according to Alhaji Idris…
Taliban bans women from participating in national issues
Taliban in Afghanistan has announced that females are banned from participating in large gatherings to address issues of national unity. The new development was announced on Wednesday by the acting deputy prime…
Amosun’s Protege, Akinlade, Quits APC
Adekunle Akinlade, the gubernatorial candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in 2019 election in Ogun State, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Akinlade, who was former…
Fayose Pictured With Ekiti Governor-Elect Hours After Campaigning Against Atiku
Ekiti former governor Ayodele Fayose has been seen posing for the camera with APC governor-elect Abiodun Oyebanji. Oyebanji defeated 15 candidates, including Bisi Kolawole of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who Fayose…
Olokun’ lawyer, Malcolm Omirhobo dumps religious attire, reverts to wig, gown
A lawyer and activist, Malcolm E. Omirhobo, who sparked controversy last Friday by appearing in court in a lawyer’s wig, gown mixed with Olokun religious attire, Wednesday reverted to a normal barrister’s dress code. Omirhobo…
Investors in MTN Public Offer gain N35 billion in 6 months
Investors in MTN’s Public Offer for Sale conducted in December 2021 have gained an estimated N35 billion since the…
Despite Defections From APC, Tinubu Will Win Presidency – Senate Spokesman
Senate spokesman, Ajibola Basiru, has said that irrespective of the ongoing defections in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), the party’s presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will win the…
East London tavern deaths linked to gas leak
Twenty-one young people found dead in an East London tavern in South Africa over the weekend may have died by poisoning from a gas leak, a source close to the investigation said on Wednesday. The deaths of the…
Sultan Declares Thursday Dhul Hijjah 1, Saturday Eidul Adha
The Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declare Thursday 30 June as Dhul Hijjah 1, 1443AH. This means that…