Obasanjo calls for new credible INEC leadership to ensure election integrity in Nigeria

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, weekend, charged the Nigerian people to as a matter of urgency, ensure the appointment of new and credible leadership of the Independent National Electoral commission (INEC) at all levels for electoral integrity. According to him, the people must make sure that the INEC chairperson and his or her staff were thoroughly […]

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The Lucky Man Of Ondo State, By Reuben Abati

The battle of the Ondo state Gubernatorial election 2024 has been won and lost, with Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa emerging as the new Governor-elect: 1. 757 million eligible voters, 85.6% PVC collection, 22,239 security officers deployed to enforce security, low voter turn-out, 17 candidates, slugging it out in 18 Local Government areas, 3, 933 polling units, […]

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English singer, Tulisa bravely speaks about her 12-year health battle with Bell’s Palsy

English singer, songwriter, rapper, television personality, actress, and former X Factor judge, Tulisa Contostavlos, has shared details of her 12-year battle with Bell’s palsy, revealing how the condition impacted her appearance and caused ongoing health struggles. The 36-year-old N-Dubz singer returned to TV on Sunday with ‘I’m A Celebrity‘, sparking discussions among viewers about her […]

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Veteran actress, Ibinabo Fiberesima poses with her ex, Fred Amata (Photos)

Veteran Nollywood actress, ex-beauty queen and ex-Actors Guild president, Ibinabo Fiberesima, has expressed her love for her ex, and Nigerian filmmaker and veteran actor, Fred Amata. Ex-lovebirds, Ibinabo and Fred, had reunited at the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) 20th Awards where the beautiful Ibinabo posed with Fred. Sharing photos on her Instagram page, Ibinabo wrote: […]

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Nigerian actress, Dayo Amusa welcomes baby boy

Popular and beautiful Nigerian actress, singer, television personality, and business woman, Dayo Amusa, has welcomed a baby boy. She shared photos of her baby boy on her Instagram page on Monday afternoon. “ALHAMDULILAH My Treasure has arrived. “It’s a Boy,” Dayo wrote. See her post below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]

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Canada-based Nigerian doctor advises diaspora Nigerians to stop sending money home

Canada-based Nigerian medical practitioner, Arinze Leonard Onwumelu, also known as Dr. Zo, has stirred conversations on social media after advising Nigerians abroad to reconsider sending money to people in Nigeria. Dr. Zo, in a viral video, expressed his belief that Nigerians living in the country enjoy a better lifestyle compared to their counterparts abroad. He highlighted […]

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‘We collected money, and we voted’, By Lasisi Olagunju

Nigeria is a ring of iniquity. And, the iniquitous didn’t start with it today. For several years, I covered the activities of several military governors and administrators in Oyo State. Each of those well-trained minds came with their peculiarities. Colonel Ahmed Usman (God bless his soul) was particularly voluble. Whenever he spoke, it was as […]

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AFCON 2025 qualifiers: Nigeria aims strong finish against Rwanda despite absence of 3 key players

Super Eagles of Nigeria are poised to take on Amavubi of Rwanda on Monday in the final Group D encounter of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Even though the three-time African champions have already secured a ticket to Morocco 2025 and the top spot in the group, Head Coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has assured […]

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I want to marry again ―Media girl, Toke Makinwa

Nigerian media personality, actress, author, reality TV show host, and entrepreneur, Toke Makinwa, has expressed her willingness to marry again. The 40-year-old spoke in a recent podcast interview with British-Nigerian media personality, Madame Joyce, where she said marriage is one of the most beautiful institutions despite its challenges. Toke said: “People always think I hate men […]

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Health benefits of fruits: Grapefruits, By Olufunke Faluyi

Some time ago, we talked about a video that went viral on the use of Crassocephalum crepidioides known as ‘efo ebolo’ in Yoruba land for kidney health. I mentioned that I hadn’t come across any scientific studies on it, but I also noted that much research in ethnobotany has benefited from the indigenous knowledge of Aboriginal […]

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‘Renewed Hope’, Failing Expectations, By Chidi Amuta

Politics is in many ways like religion. It thrives on a foolish expectation of paradise perennially approaching but forever elusive.  Take away the promise and prospect of eventual heaven and paradise and all religion falls flat. You dare not tell a devotee that heaven may not come or that the promised virgins may not be delivered […]

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INEC declares Aiyedatiwa winner of Ondo Guber election

Governor of Ondo State, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has been declared the winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state. The governor was returned elected by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) after winning the governorship poll in all 18 Local Government Areas of the state. Aiyedatiwa, who won in Ese Odo Local Government Area in […]

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Tinubu receives Indian PM Modi at Aso Rock, confers him with national honour, GCON

President Bola Tinubu has received the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, Nigeria. Modi, who arrived in Abuja on Saturday evening, was welcomed at the Forecourt of the Villa at about 10:20 am on Sunday. The Indian leader, upon his arrival, was greeted with the Indian national anthem, followed […]

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Nigerian beauty, Chidimma Adetshina emerges second at Miss Universe 2024 contest

Super beautiful Chidimma Adetshina, Nigeria’s representative, has finished as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico. Final moments of the prestigious event, announced early Sunday morning, saw an electrifying face-off between Nigeria and Denmark, as the two women stood poised to claim the crown. The competition, described as one of […]

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Economic reforms in Nigeria not working ―IMF report

International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that the economic reforms initiated by Nigeria’s federal government have yet to yield significant positive results, 18 months after their implementation. In its latest outlook for sub-Saharan Africa, IMF excluded Nigeria from the list of countries making reform progress, grouping it among nations struggling to meet desired economic outcomes. […]

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Ondo Guber election results: Ayedatiwa leads in 13 LGs so far

Current Governor of Ondo State who is the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Lucky Ayedatiwa, is so far leading in 13 local government areas as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced the results of Saturday’s governorship election. Returning Officer for the State election, Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, the Vice Chancellor of the […]

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I can act nude provided the movie glorifies God ―Actress Monica says

In an interview with Saturday Beats, Nigerian film actress, producer, model, realtor, influencer, and content creator, Monica Friday, has stated that her primary criterion for accepting any movie role, is that it must glorify God. In spite of her openness to diverse roles, Monica still expressed concerns about being typecast due to her comedic performances. Monica […]

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Jake Paul defeats former heavyweight champion, Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson’s controversial return to boxing ended in a one-sided defeat on Friday, with Youtuber-turned-prizefighter Jake Paul cruising to victory by unanimous decision against the heavyweight icon in Texas. Tyson, 58, barely landed a punch during the eight-round bout at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, with Paul winning by big margins on all three cards […]

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The Guardian of UK quits Elon Musk’s X social media

British News Publisher, The Guardian, has announced its decision not to publish posts on X social media anymore. In its statement, the Guardian cited the presence of offensive content on the platform, such as racist, toxic and conspiracy-driven materials. The Guardian, with a following of 10.7 million on X, becomes the first prominent media organization […]

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