BREAKING: Aiyedatiwa sworn in as Ondo governor hours after Akeredolu’s death
The acting governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has officially been a worn in as the new governor of the state. Aiyedatiwa was sworn in at the governor’s office barely 24-hours after the death of Governor…
BREAKING: Ondo begins swearing-in of Aiyedatiwa as governor
The swearing-in ceremony of Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa as the Governor of Ondo State is currently ongoing in Akure, the state capital. This development followed the demise of the state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, on Wednesday.…
BREAKING: President Tinubu Reacts to Death of Ondo Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reacted to the passing of Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, describing him as a “fearless brother” and…
“We don’t know the next line of action” – Ondo Govt House worker confirms Akeredolu’s death
A source in the Ondo Government House, Akure, has confirmed the death of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu was diagnosed with blood cancer (leukaemia) and has been battling with the health challenge. The sickness…
27 things to know about late Ondo governor Akeredolu
The Ondo state governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, died in Lagos on Wednesday, December 27. He was 67 years old. It was gathered that State House doctors managed him up to his death because they could not fly him abroad.…
Residents identify more street gates that must go in Lekki
Some residents have identified more illegal inner street gates in the Lekki Phase One area of Lagos that must be removed to ensure easy traffic flow in that part of the state. The residents, under the aegis of Concerned…
FG plans fresh regulations for Opay, Moniepoint, others
The Federal Government via the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission is projected to increase regulations for the digital lending space in 2024. The regulations will improve loan recovery methods in the…
US rap star Kanye West apologizes for anti-Semitism
US rapper Kanye West apologised to the Jewish community Tuesday after a series of anti-Semitic comments that sparked outrage and led to the star being dropped from lucrative commercial deals and banned from social media.…
‘Fubara accepted peace agreement to please Wike, others’ – Elders Forum
Elders’ forum vow not to rest on the matter The Rivers Elders And Leadership Forum has said Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s Christmas message that the…
Homelessness soars in rural England as living costs hit poor
Homelessness in rural England has risen by 40 per cent in five years with many sleeping in the open air, tents or makeshift shelters, a British rural…
120 kilos of cocaine wash up on Australian beaches
Australian police said Wednesday they were scouring beaches after mysterious packages believed to contain more than 120 kilograms (260 pounds) of cocaine washed up over the Christmas period. A first batch of 39…
TD Jakes denies alleged gay sex at Diddy’s wild parties
The Senior pastor of the Potter’s House, a non-denominational American megachurch, Thomas Dexter Jakes better known as Bishop T.D. Jakes, has denied the shocking allegation suggesting that he attended a gay party with…
Nigeria to begin to supply gas to South Africa from 2024
Riverside LNG, a Nigerian-based energy company, has revealed ongoing discussions regarding a potential agreement to supply gas to South Africa from the first quarter of 2024. This would mark the first such deal between…
Insecurity: 50,000 Nigerian soldiers deployed in internal operations – Army Chief
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Taoreed Lagbaja, stated on Tuesday that more than 50,000 soldiers are currently involved in several peacekeeping operations across the country. The internal security operations…
Nigeria’s Diaspora remittances will exceed $20bn in 2023 – W’Bank
The World Bank has said Diaspora remittance into Nigeria is expected to exceed $20bn by the end of the year as total remittances into the Sub-Saharan Africa region…
Submit yourself for prosecution – Ogun APC tells Adebutu
The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has welcomed the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Oladipupo Adebutu, back to the country. Adebutu returned after spending about seven…
BREAKING: Ondo governor, Rotimi Akeredolu dies at 67
The Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, is dead. A family source told SaharaReporters on Wednesday that Akeredolu died in Lagos. SaharaReporters learnt that he was managed by State House doctors up to his death…
Your Money Is Safe In Banks – CBN Assures Nigerians
The Central Bank of Nigeria has affirmed the safety of funds in Nigerian banks, emphasising the stability of the country's banking sector. The apex bank…
”Terrorists have displaced 64 communities and occupied schools in Plateau” – Gov Muftwang
Governor Celeb Mutfwang of Plateau has revealed that no fewer than 64 communities have been displaced in the state due to terrorist activities. He made this known during an interview with Channels Television on Tuesday.…
Customs agents explore alternative revenue sources as imports crash
The rising cost of clearing goods in Nigerian ports is a big threat to the livelihood of licensed customs agents. ANOZIE EGOLE looks at the new lines of businesses they are exploring to stay afloat Numerous challenges are…
‘Parasite’ actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead — Report
South Korean actor, Lee Sun-kyun, best known for his role in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite”, was found dead Wednesday in an apparent suicide, Yonhap news agency reported. The actor was discovered inside a vehicle at a…
Tension in Edo as 2024 Budget allocates N19 billion for Obaseki’s office, N300 million for Shaibu
The allocation disparities in Edo’s 2024 Budget have intensified tensions in the state, specifically about the substantial gap between the budgetary allotments for Governor Godwin Obaseki’s office and that of Deputy Governor Philip…
External reserves loses $4.28bn as naira maintains fall in 2023
Nigeria’s external reserves have depleted by 11.55 per cent ($4.28 billion) year-to-date as the naira has steadily fallen against the dollar in 2023. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that external…
Senators to reconvene as Nigerian Senate moves to conclude 2024 Budget passage on Saturday
The Senate will resume plenary on Saturday, December 24, for final considerations and passage of the 2024 Appropriation bill by the National Assembly. The Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs Chairman, Senator…