Nigeria Stops Fuel and Foreign Exchange Subsidies
The Nigerian government has officially terminated fuel and foreign exchange subsidies, marking the end of a long-debated policy. Finance Minister Wale Edun made the announcement at the World Bank’s Nigeria Development Update presentation in Abuja. The subsidies, Edun explained, had drained the economy of over N10 trillion, equivalent to 5% of Nigeria’s GDP. He highlighted […]
Bobrisky Calls Netizens Hypocrites Following the Backlash Don Jazzy Received for Sending Her Money in Prison, Amidst 100m Donation
Nigerian socialite Bobrisky has responded to Don Jazzy’s recent N100m donation to VeryDarkMan’s NGO, recalling the backlash the music mogul faced for previously supporting him. On social media, Bobrisky expressed gratitude while also addressing the hypocrisy of those who criticized Don Jazzy for helping him. He wrote: “When Don Jazzy helped me, some of you […]
House of Representatives Passes Bill to Create Ogoja State from Cross River
A bill seeking to create Ogoja State from Cross River has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Godwin Offiono and three other lawmakers, aims to alter the 1999 Constitution to establish a new state in Nigeria’s South-South region. During Thursday’s plenary session, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas put the […]
IPOB Demands Unconditional Release of Leader Nnamdi Kanu
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called for the immediate and unconditional release of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, who has been illegally detained by the Nigerian government since June 2021. In a statement, IPOB’s media and publicity secretary, Comrade Emma Powerful, accused the Nigerian government of masterminding Kanu’s extraordinary rendition from Kenya to […]
Jack Wilshere Leaves Arsenal U-18 to Join Norwich City as First-Team Coach
Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is set to join Championship side Norwich City as a first-team coach. Wilshere, 32, has been in charge of Arsenal’s Under-18 team since 2022, leading them to the FA Youth Cup final last season. According to reports, Wilshere was identified as Norwich’s top choice to replace Narcis Pelach, who left […]
Iyabo Ojo Wins $1k Prized Money for Best-Dressed Award at “Wives on Strike: The Uprising” Premiere
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo emerged as the best-dressed actress at the premiere of Omoni Oboli’s movie, “Wives on Strike: The Uprising.” Omoni Oboli announced the winner on Instagram, praising Iyabo Ojo’s fashion sense and standout look. However, she clarified that the prize was $1,000, courtesy of celebrity hair entrepreneur Wanneka, not $1 million as initially […]
CAF Announces Final Nominees for Player of the Year Award
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed its final three nominees for the prestigious Player of the Year award. Ademola Lookman (Nigeria), Victor Boniface (Nigeria), and Brahim Diaz (Morocco) have made the cut from the initial ten-man shortlist. The nominees’ impressive achievements include: Ademola Lookman – UEFA Europa League winner and Atalanta’s Player of […]
Don Jazzy Exposed as Mysterious Donor Behind N100m NGO Donation
VeryDarkMan, a popular content creator, recently raised alarm after receiving an unexpected N100 million donation to his Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). Fearing potential manipulation or money laundering schemes, he alerted his bank. In a surprising twist, VeryDarkMan revealed the identity of the generous donor in a new video message: none other than Nigerian music mogul, Don […]
Explosion Rocks Benin City: CNG-Powered Vehicle Blast Injures Three
A devastating explosion occurred on Thursday morning at a NIPCO filling station in Benin City, Edo State, after a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered vehicle burst into flames. The blast sent shockwaves through the area, causing widespread panic as people fled for their lives. Viral footage showed the vehicle severely damaged, with debris scattered everywhere. […]
Governor Umo Eno Bags Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from University of Uyo
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has achieved a significant academic milestone, earning a Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from the University of Uyo. He successfully defended his thesis, titled “Government and Private Sector Development: A Study of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Akwa Ibom State.” This research aligns with Governor Eno’s vision […]