Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Abuja Estate in EFCC’s Largest Asset Recovery
On Monday, December 2, 2024, Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie ruled in favor of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the final forfeiture of a massive estate in Abuja. Spanning 150,500 square meters and comprising 753 duplexes and other apartments, the estate, located on Plot 109, Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, is the largest asset […]
Ebonyi Governor Threatens to Replace Striking Workers Within 72 Hours
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has issued a stern warning to state workers participating in the ongoing strike over the implementation of the new minimum wage. Speaking on Monday in his office in Abakaliki, Nwifuru declared that any worker who fails to return to work within 72 hours will be replaced. The warning comes […]
Egungun of Lagos’ Wife, Patosha, Reacts to Leaked Nude Video with Humor, Claiming She Loves it when Her Man Cheats
Patosha, the wife of Egungun of Lagos, has responded to the leaked nude video of her husband with a dash of humor. Recall that she had earlier alerted the public about a blackmailer threatening to release the video. After the video surfaced, Patosha shared a hilarious video on social media, where she playfully responds to […]
Davido Praises Belgium’s Progressive Law on Sex Workers’ Rights
Davido has expressed his admiration for Belgium’s groundbreaking law granting sex workers comprehensive rights. A social media post highlighted the new legislation, which entitles sex workers to health insurance, pensions, sick days, maternity leave, safety protections, and formal employment contracts. Davido responded to the post with a message of approval, stating “Groundbreaking move by ” […]
Pastor Adeboye Warns Christians After Pastor’s Arrest Over ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ Greeting
Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has recounted a surprising incident where one of his pastors abroad was arrested for addressing a congregation as “ladies and gentlemen,” a commonly used greeting. According to Pastor Adeboye, the arrest came after complaints of discrimination from individuals questioning the exclusion of those who do not identify as either gender. In […]
Nollywood Actress, Princess Chineke Becomes First to Join U.S. Army
Nollywood actress Princess Chineke has officially joined the U.S. Army, marking a significant career shift. The announcement was made public through a social media post by the former beauty queen, who once represented her state in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant. Known for her work as a model in television commercials, billboards, […]
Bobrisky Defends Egungun of Lagos Amid Nude Tape Leak
Bobrisky has come out in support of Egungun of Lagos after a nude tape of him was leaked online. The tape’s release came after Egungun was blackmailed over the footage, with his wife taking to social media to alert the public. Bobrisky condemned the person responsible for recording and leaking the tape, warning his followers […]
CBN Targets Retirement of Over 1,000 Employees in Workforce Restructuring, Allocates ₦50 Billion Severance Package
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is reportedly set to retire around 1,000 employees as part of a strategic workforce restructuring initiative. A severance package exceeding ₦50 billion has been earmarked for the exercise. Insiders indicate that the move aims to streamline operations and reduce staff under the leadership of CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso. According […]
Fire Destroys Goods Worth Millions in Moniya Market, Oyo State
A fire broke out at Moniya Market in the Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State on Monday, destroying goods worth millions of naira. The blaze, which started around 12:30 a.m., is suspected to have been caused by a power surge. During a visit to the scene, The PUNCH learned that the fire caused extensive […]
Ubi Franklin Clarifies He is Not Davido’s Personal Assistant or Nanny
Music executive Ubi Franklin has clarified that he is neither Davido’s personal assistant nor his nanny, despite some individuals referring to him in such a manner. Ubi addressed the comment from an X user who called him Davido’s personal assistant and nanny. He explained that he serves as a business administrator, emphasizing that the Afrobeats […]