I didn’t make Abiodun Governor, God did it – Osoba
Former Ogun Governor Olusegun Osoba has declared that God, and not him, made Prince Dapo Abiodun Governor. Osoba said Abiodun was not in the picture during preparation for the 2019 governorship poll. The former Governor said…
Only God can wipe my tears – Pilot’s father
Mr Asaniyi Rufus, father of the late 29-year-old pilot, Taiwo Olufemi Asaniyi, who flew the crashed military plane, has said only God can console him and members of his family over the pilot’s death. Speaking with NAN at his Ibadan…
Amendment: National Assembly set for stormy sessions
Although the principal officers of the House of Representatives have promised to do everything possible to give Nigerians a people-oriented constitution, there are still fears that the constitution review may go the way of others before…
Empire actor Bryshere Gray to spend 10 days in jail
American actor Bryshere Gray popularly known as Yazz has pleaded guilty to the domestic violence case filed against him by his wife. Gray is best known for his role as…
Irate mob kills, sets mentally challenged woman ablaze in Lagos
A mentally challenged woman has been burnt to death by irate mob for allegedly being in possession of a stolen baby and three AK-47 rifle at Abule Ado Under Bridge, FESTAC,…
Biden promises to push George Floyd Police Reform bill
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Tuesday he is hopeful an agreement will be reached on the George Floyd police reform legislation after the May 31 Memorial Day holiday.Biden had missed a self-imposed deadline of…
South Africa’s ANC to probe top official for ‘divisive behaviour’
South Africa’s governing African National Congress said it will look into the behaviour of its already suspended general secretary, Ace Magashule, after he and two other party members aimed veiled insults at ANC leaders last week.…
Internet fraud now at very dangerous dimension in Nigeria – EFCC
The Head of the Lagos Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ahmed Ghali, has called on critical stakeholders in the anti-graft war to join hands with the Commission in tackling the menace of…
Oyo to pass whistleblower protection law
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State says the state will soon pass the whistleblower protection law to make the job of its anti-corruption agency easier. Makinde disclosed…
Willian angling for Chelsea summer return
Arsenal midfielder Willian is angling for a summer return to Chelsea. The Brazilian winger left Stamford Bridge after seven years on a free transfer last summer with Chelsea refusing to offer him the three-year deal he…
Nigeria officially moves towards overdue single exchange rate
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) took a major step towards full exchange rate unification Tuesday after uploading the more market-reflective NAFEX rate of N410.25 per US dollar on its website. A…
NPA will soon resolve bottlenecks impeding truck call-up system – Acting Chief
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) will soon resolve all teething challenges impeding the smooth implementation of the electronic call-up system for trucks doing business at the ports, its Acting Managing Director, Mr Mohammed Bello-Koko,…
Osoba recounts years of trauma as press centre opens in his honour
Chief Olusegun Osoba has recounted his 16 years of trauma suffered in the hands of two successive governors of Ogun State…
Zimbabwe sex workers now accept beans, maize as payment
Prostitutes in Zimbabwe are now reportedly accepting buckets of maize and cups of beans as payment for their services. This special form of trade by barter is reportedly being utilised by the sex workers in the Dema Growth…
You Must Undergo Drug Test – Marwa Tells Politicians, Students
The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brigadier General Buba Marwa (retd.), has emphasised on the need for politicians seeking public offices and…
APC responsible for burning of INEC offices – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blamed the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the burning of assets and offices of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in different parts of the country. In a statement…
I’m not joining APC – Akwa Ibom governor
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed as false a report in the local media that Governor Udom Emmanuel was planning to defect from the party to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2023 general elections. Mr…
Lagos LG poll: Surulere chairman aspirants, stakeholders back Suleiman Yusuf
CHAIRMANSHIP aspirants and stakeholders in the All Progressives Congress, Congress, APC, in Surulere Local Government Area, on Tuesday, unanimously threw…
Ebonyi: Teargas on policeman on duty exploded, not bomb – PPRO
The Police Command in Ebonyi said there was no incident of suicide bombing in the state as being circulated in social media. DSP Loveth Odeh, Command’s Public Relation Officer (PPRO) told newsmen on Tuesday in Abakaliki that the pictures…
Super League: UEFA begins disciplinary proceedings against Barca, Real Madrid, Juventus
UEFA have announced that disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus for a potential violation of their legal framework. The decision comes following an investigation conducted by UEFA Ethics and…
Jolie says judge in Pitt divorce won’t let children testify
Angelina Jolie criticized a judge who is deciding on child custody in her divorce with Brad Pitt, saying in a court filing that the judge refused to allow their children to testify.Jolie, who has sought to…
NNPC signs OML 118 agreement to unlock $10 billion investment with contractor parties
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has signed the execution of Oil Mining Lease (OML) 118 (Bonga) with contractor parties. The parties include: Shell Nigeria, Exxon Mobil, Total Nigeria, among others. By these…
Lagos council poll: APC chairmanship aspirant steps down
Wuraola Agbajeola-Owolabi, a leading All Progressives Congress female aspirant for Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area chairmanship seat, has stepped down over party supremacy. Agbajeola-Owolabi, Founder, Touch of Love and…
Passport racketeering: 18 Nigerians defrauded in London
Eighteen Nigerians have been defrauded in London, United Kingdom by passport racketeers while trying to renew or acquire Nigerian passports. Chairman/CEO,…