Mr Jollof Apologizes After In-Flight Clash with VeryDarkMan
Nigerian comedian Mr Jollof has addressed his in-flight confrontation with social media figure VeryDarkMan, saying he acted only in self-defense. In an Instagram video, he apologized to passengers, aviation authorities and United Nigeria Airlines for the disruption, adding that the incident would not happen again. He also expressed regret to his family, calling the clash […]
U.S. Lawmaker Criticized Over Kebbi Abduction Remarks
U.S. lawmaker Riley Moore condemned the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, urging prayers for the victims and the slain vice principal. He described the attack as occurring in a “Christian enclave,” prompting swift correction from former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad, who said the community and victims are Muslim. […]
Tinubu Renews Marwa’s NDLEA Term Until 2031
President Bola Tinubu has renewed Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa’s (rtd) appointment as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for another five-year term, keeping him at the helm until 2031. Marwa was first appointed in 2021 and previously chaired the Presidential Advisory Committee for the Elimination of Drug Abuse. Marwa brings decades of military […]
PDP Confirms Ibadan as Venue for Crucial Elective Convention
The Adamawa State governor, who chairs the PDP convention planning committee, confirmed that the party will hold its elective convention in Ibadan. He made the announcement following a stakeholders’ meeting at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro. The meeting was attended by key party leaders, including governors, the national chairman, former Senate president, and other […]
Angola Honors Murtala Muhammed for Role in Independence
Angola has honoured Nigeria’s late Head of State, General Murtala Muhammed, for his pivotal role in the country’s independence from Portuguese colonial rule. The posthumous award was presented during Angola’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebration in Luanda, alongside recognitions for former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Professor Ibrahim Gambari. Angola’s President and officials praised Nigeria’s bold support […]
Minister Edun Pledges Cautious Rollout of Tax Reforms
Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, has vowed that the Federal Government will take a cautious and consultative stance in rolling out the newly passed tax reform laws. This includes the controversial capital gains tax (CGT) on securities transactions. Speaking in Lagos during the historic listing of the N1 trillion Series 2 of the […]
President Tinubu Urges Media to Ensure Fair Accountability
President Bola Tinubu has called on media professionals to continue holding the government accountable but to do so with fairness and national responsibility. Speaking at the All Nigerian Editors Conference in Abuja, the President acknowledged the media’s crucial role in shaping public opinion and deepening democracy. He urged journalists to report truthfully and criticise government […]
Nwoko Refutes Regina Daniels’ Underage Marriage Claim
Senator Ned Nwoko has denied claims by his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, that he married her at 17, calling the allegations false and malicious. In a statement on Thursday, Nwoko said Regina was 21 when they met and presented her voter’s card showing a birth date of October 10, 1998. He added that their marriage […]
Sagamu Robbery Busted by Quick-Response Police Team
The Ogun State Police Command foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu early Wednesday, recovering a black Lexus GS 350 used by the suspects. Police spokesperson CSP Omolola Odutola said officers from Sakura Division responded swiftly to a distress call around 1:45 a.m. after five armed men tried to break into a residence in Okearedi, Araromi. […]
Osimhen, Mbeumo Chase Final World Cup Slot
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Cameroon’s Bryan Mbeumo are set for a tense battle to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with only one likely to advance through the African play-offs. Nigeria will meet Gabon, while Cameroon face DR Congo in Thursday’s semi-finals in Rabat, Morocco. Winners will contest Sunday’s final for a place in the […]
