Ghana’s AFCON Dreams Shattered as Angola’s Late Equaliser Sees Them Miss Out on 2025 Tournament
Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations were dashed on Friday night as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Angola in Luanda. Despite an early lead courtesy of Jordan Ayew’s spectacular free-kick in the 18th minute, the Black Stars couldn’t maintain their advantage. Angola’s Zine netted a […]
CBN Directs Banks to Prioritize Cash Distribution via ATMs, Issues Warning on Illegal Sale of Naira Notes
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks to prioritize the distribution of cash via Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). In a circular issued to banks on Friday, Solaja Olayemi, the acting director of the CBN’s Currency Operations Department, warned against distributing naira notes to individuals engaged in the illegal sale of the currency. The […]
President Tinubu Awards Posthumous CFR Honour to Late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja
President Bola Tinubu has posthumously awarded the Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) honor to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, in recognition of his exceptional service to Nigeria. The conferment was announced during Lagbaja’s burial ceremony in Abuja on Friday, November 15, 2024. In his tribute, Tinubu praised Lagbaja as […]
FCDA Executive Secretary, Engr. Hadi Ahmed, Suspended Indefinitely
Engr. Hadi Ahmed, the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), was suspended on Thursday, November 14. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, did not provide specific reasons for the suspension. In a statement issued by Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, it […]
Mama Deola Acquires Luxurious Mercedes Benz
Nigerian content creator, Folagbade Banks, popularly known as Mama Deola, has joined the league of luxury car owners, splurging millions on a sleek Mercedes Benz. The excited social media influencer took to his Instagram page to show off his newest acquisition, sharing photos of himself posing proudly in front of the vehicle. Mama Deola captioned […]
Kizz Daniel Mourns the Loss of His Wife’s Mother to Breast Cancer
Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel has taken to his social media page to share a heartfelt message, announcing the passing of his wife’s mother due to breast cancer. The “Buga” crooner expressed his support and solidarity with his wife during this difficult time, writing: “My wife lost her mom to breast cancer, and I’m here mourning […]
“Without Divine Intervention, Dollar Could Hit ₦10,000” – Pastor Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A. Adeboye, has warned that without divine intervention, the exchange rate could have soared to ₦10,000 to $1. Speaking during the Special Holy Ghost Congress in Abuja, Adeboye attributed Nigeria’s financial struggles to its dependence on fuel imports, despite being an oil-rich nation. […]
Wike Denies Fear of Joining APC, Criticizes PDP Over Injustice
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has addressed speculations about his potential defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that he is not afraid of joining the party. Wike made this remark while explaining his decision not to support the 2023 presidential candidacy of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) […]
“You Are Bullies” – Tiwa Savage Fires Back at Wizkid Fan for Disrespectful Comment
Tiwa Savage has responded sharply to a Wizkid fan who tried to troll her on social media. After sharing a promotional video for her new song “Toma Toma” with Ruger, a Wizkid fan mocked her, saying her song wasn’t as successful as Wizkid’s latest release. Tiwa Savage quickly clapped back, “Because I am promoting music. […]
Supreme Court Dismisses Challenge to EFCC Act, Affirms Commission’s Legality
Supreme Court Dismisses Suit Challenging Legality of EFCC Act The Supreme Court has dismissed a suit filed by several state Attorneys General contesting the establishment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act. The case, originally brought by the Attorneys General of 16 states, sought to have the EFCC, Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, scrapped. While […]