Gov. Seyi Makinde’s Chief Of Staff Bisi Ilaka Freed Of Murder Charge, His Gun Returned To Him
An Oyo State High Court on Monday discharged and acquitted Bisi Ilaka, Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, of a murder charge against him. It was gathered that the murder case…
Too Rude For A Passport – 33-Year Old Man Denied Travelling Abroad Because Of His Surname
A man has been stopped from going abroad as his surname has been deemed too rude to be written on a passport. Kenny Kennard changed his surname by deed poll to 'Fu-Kennard' for a…
China Uses Currency as Weapon in Trade War, Rattling Markets
The trade war between the United States and China entered a more dangerous phase on Monday, as Beijing allowed its currency to weaken, Chinese enterprises stopped making new purchases of American farm goods and…
What EFCC found with a suspected fraudster will keep you wondering
A suspected internet fraudster, Victor Idahosa was arrested in Lagos State with one SUV, two Apple laptops, scam emails, payments slips, cashier cheques, charms and several fraudulent…
US stocks lose $766billion in hours, worst this year
About $766 billion dollars was wiped out from the market value of US stocks on Monday as the fall in the Chinese Yuan-dollar rate caused jitters in the market. Wall Street’s major…
July 2019 hottest month ever in history
July 2019 was the hottest month across the globe ever recorded, according to data released Monday by the European Union’s satellite-based Earth observation network. “While…
Behold Internet fraudster who hacked 100 Facebook accounts
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Port Harcourt’s Zonal Office has arraigned Okohwan Kelvin before Justice A. T. Mohammed of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt,…
US labels China currency manipulator as trade war deepens
The US Treasury Department on Monday labelled China a currency manipulator, escalating the U.S.-China trade war. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin designated China a…
Sowore on hunger strike in DSS detention
Omoyele Sowore, chairman of the African Action Congress, AAC and convener of “Take it Back Movement; was on hunger strike for more than 48 hours, since his arrest by the operatives of…
El-Zakzaky yet to be released, says Falana
Femi Falana, lawyer to leader of Islamic Movement of Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Zakzaky said the man has not been released yet. He was reacting to reports that the religious leader, who has…
We’ll develop new nuclear weapons if you do – Putin threatens Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on Monday that Moscow would start developing short and intermediate-range land-based nuclear missiles if the United States started doing the same…
Nigerian arrested in India with cocaine
A 52-year-old Nigerian has been arrested by police in Palghar district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. He was arrested with 25 grams of cocaine worth about $700. The Nigerian,…
Deduct our N49bn debt from the N132bn FG owes us – Bi-Courtney tells AMCON
Bi-Courtney Limited and Roygate Properties Limited, businesses promoted by Wale Babalakin, says the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) should deduct its N49 billion debt…
DSS complies with court order on El-Zakyzaky
The Department of State Service ( DSS ) said it would comply with the court order Ibraheem El-Zakzaky leave to travel to India for medical treatment. This was contained in…
#RevolutionNow: The Winner Is Democracy In Nigeria – Presidency
“Today, millions of Nigerians went about their businesses: work, seeking employment, attending schools/colleges and caring for their families. By doing so, the millions defended our…
Oil states stuck in N1.3trn debt trap
The oil-producing states are the most indebted across the country despite the huge derivation revenue accruing to them, Daily Trust investigations have shown.The oil states have a total domestic debt stock of N1.25…
CSOs protest against organisers of #RevolutionNow
A group, Democracy Watch Africa, an umbrella body of over 30 Civil Society Organisations in West Africa on Monday morning protested to the seat of power in Alausa calling for caution on…
Scots want to quit United Kingdom, poll shows
Scottish voters would back independence and they want another referendum in the next two years, a poll published on Monday showed, indicating that the United Kingdom could be wrenched…
Messi injured ahead of La liga
Barcelona captain Leo Messi is out of action less than two weeks ahead of the opening of La Liga season after injuring his right calf in training on Monday. “I wanted to start and…
Huawei ready with Hongmeng OS, to kiss Android goodbye
Huawei could showcase its Hongmeng OS as early as 9 August, according to a report by Global Times. The newspaper, reported at the weekend that the Chinese tech powerhouse is busy…
Video: 50 -Year Old Man Steals Senator, Ifeanyi Araraume’s Bag At Imo Airport
A bag belonging to the governorship flag-bearer of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the last general election in Imo State, Senator Godwin Ifeanyi Araraume was Friday…
“No Juju Can Take Me Out Of ‘Pepper Dem’ Edition” – BBNaija’s Housemate, Mercy
Female housemate of the ‘pepper dem’ edition, Mercy has declared that nothing can take her out of the Big Brother house until after completing the 99 days. Mercy made the declaration…
Nigeria considers new 5% tax for online purchases
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) may, from next year, ask banks to charge customers five per cent Value Added Tax for online purchases when using bank cards, its Chairman, Tunde Fowler, has said.Mr…
The Biggest Barbeque Event in Lagos – Barbeque In The Park
On the 13th of August 2019, there will be the biggest barbecue gathering in Lagos. This open style cookout consciously draws young adults, families and celebrities to one live…