Bode George Urges Atiku Abubakar to Step Down from 2027 Presidential Race, Calls for PDP Unity
Bode George, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BoT), has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to abandon any intentions of running for the presidency in 2027. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday in celebration of his 79th birthday, George appealed to Atiku to step aside and allow younger […]
Yemi Alade Calls Out Media Execs for Alleged Music Ban
Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has taken to X to express frustration with the CEOs of Clout Africa and Cool FM Nigeria, accusing them of sabotaging her music and career. In a series of tweets, Alade shared her experience, accusing Clout Africa and Cool FM Nigeria of removing her songs from their platforms due to her […]
Guchi Explains Why She Shifted Release Date for ‘COMPOSURE’ to Avoid Clash with Wizkid’s Album
Fast-rising female artiste Guchi has announced a new release date for her upcoming single “COMPOSURE,” featuring Odumodublvck and Masterkraft, now set for November 26. Influencer Olamide X, however, claimed that Guchi changed her release date to avoid clashing with Wizkid’s album, which drops on November 22, teasing, “Suspect is moving her release date because of […]
Defence Headquarters Seeks Extradition of Simon Ekpa from Finland Over Terrorism Charges
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters in Abuja has announced plans to extradite Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed prime minister of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to face charges in Nigeria. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, stated in a press release that the Chief of Defence Staff, General Chris Musa, welcomed Ekpa’s recent […]
Airstrike in Katsina: Civilian Casualties Reported Amid Targeted Operation on Bandits
Tragedy struck in Shawu village, Ruwan Godiya district, Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State, Northwest Nigeria, following an airstrike by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Thursday morning. Initial reports suggest the strike, intended to target bandits in the area, may have resulted in civilian casualties. An eyewitness claimed the bombing mistakenly hit the […]
ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas Leader Mohammed Deif Over War Crimes
The International Criminal Court (ICC) announced on Thursday that it has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas’s military chief Mohammed Deif. “The Chamber issued warrants of arrest for two individuals, Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu and Mr. Yoav Gallant, for crimes against humanity and war crimes committed […]
Sanwo-Olu Presents N3.005 Trillion ‘Budget of Sustainability’ for 2025 to Lagos Assembly
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday presented the proposed 2025 Appropriation Bill, amounting to N3.005 trillion, to the state House of Assembly. The session was chaired by the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. Dubbed the “Budget of Sustainability,” the proposal focuses on infrastructure development, economic diversification, and other key sectors critical to the state’s growth. […]
House of Representatives Rejects Bill for Single Six-Year Term for President and Governors
The House of Representatives has rejected the second reading of a bill proposing a single six-year term for the president and governors. The bill was dismissed during a plenary session on Thursday. Sponsored by Rep. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere and 33 other members, the bill also calls for the alignment of all elections to be held […]
Wumi Toriola’s Film “Queen Lateefah” Shatters Box Office Records, Becomes 7th Highest-Grossing Movie
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Wumi Toriola is basking in the success of her latest film, “Queen Lateefah,” which has grossed an astonishing 350 million naira in just two months. This impressive feat surpasses the box office earnings of Toyin Abraham’s cinema debut, “Malaika,” which raked in 302 million naira. Toriola shared her excitement on social […]
Senate Approves President Tinubu’s ₦1.77 Trillion Loan Request to Address Budget Deficit
The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for a ₦1.77 trillion ($2.2 billion) loan following a voice vote in favor of the proposal. The approval came after the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, chaired by Senator Wammako Magatarkada (APC, Sokoto North), presented their report. The request, submitted by the President on Tuesday, […]