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One reason many Nigerians voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was its manifesto commitment to laying the foundation for a Nordic-Scandinavian and German-style social market economy. This is a model that promises a blend of economic efficiency and social welfare that appeals to the aspirations of a more equitable society. A social market economy […]
Continue ReadingThe world’s tallest woman has revealed she is forced to pay for six plane seats when travelling as she’s required to spend the entire flight strapped down to a stretcher. Earlier this year, Rumeysa Gelgi, who stands at 7ft 0.7inches, revealed her plans to visit each country after celebrating her 28th birthday. Sadly, for the Guinness […]
Continue Reading19-year-old upcoming Nigerian artiste identified simply as Destiny has been beaten to death in the Volta Region area of Ghana. The incident occurred on May 28. It was gathered that a yet-to-be-identified Nigerian based in Ghana accused him of failing to remit funds related to a business venture they introduced him to. The male adult, […]
Continue ReadingFor people living with sickle cell disease, joint pain, especially in the knees, can be a frustrating and persistent companion. When swelling and fluid build-up occur in the joint, doctors often prescribe corticosteroids as a first-line treatment. However, for those with SCD, steroids can trigger painful vaso-occlusive crises or lead to dangerous complications. I have […]
Continue ReadingNigeria’s Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has struck out two motions filed by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and awarded costs of ₦100,000 against him. The motions, dated March 3, 2025, and March 25, 2025, and marked CV/395/M1/2025 and CV/395/M2/2025, listed Akpabio as the appellant. The respondents were Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Clerk […]
Continue ReadingCommissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Adewale Ajao, has ordered the arrest of a woman accused of subjecting a 14-year-old girl to physical abuse and starvation in Abuja. This comes after a troubling video went viral, showing the girl, identified as Bashariya, narrating her ordeal in Hausa. Bashariya, originally from Zamfara State, said she […]
Continue ReadingNigeria’s naira yesterday appreciated to N1,600 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,605 per dollar last week. Similarly, the Naira appreciated to N1,540 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). The Naira has maintained its appreciation trend since May 29th, gaining N47 against the dollar till date in the official market. Data […]
Continue ReadingSimon Guobadia, the estranged husband of Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Porsha Williams, has been deported to Nigeria following an extended stay in the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention. The 61-year-old businessman was reportedly flown out of the United States recently after being held at the Stewart Detention Center in Georgia since his […]
Continue ReadingFormer President Bill Clinton left the White House at fifty-four with a financial challenge. It is inconceivable for us in Africa and especially in Nigeria, for a former President who had been a two-term Governor to boot, to ever face the daunting prospect of insolvency on leaving office. It is not as if he had a […]
Continue ReadingPopular Nigerian cleric, Abel Damina, the Senior Pastor of the Abel Damina Ministries International (ADMI), has said that the offerings and tithes collected in churches don’t belong to God, but men. The controversial man of God stirred discussion with his recent statements regarding the destination of offerings and tithes collected by churches. In a viral […]
Continue ReadingNigerian singer and Mavin star, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, known professionally as Ayra Starr, has clinched the 2025 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Award for Best International Act. The 22-year-old singer edged out strong contenders, including South Africa’s Tyla, fellow Nigerian Rema, and Ghana’s Black Sherif, to secure the win. The ceremony which took place on Monday night at […]
Continue ReadingNigerian star singer, songwriter and the ‘Woju o’ crooner, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, better known as Kizz Daniel, has officially regained ownership of his debut album, “New Era” and the hit singles “Yeba” and “Sofa,” marking a major victory in his long-standing battle with former record label G-Worldwide. The singer announced the news on Twitter, expressing […]
Continue ReadingAlthough I have been a student of political science for over fifty years, I still often get surprised by the way in which security agencies take extremist positions in reading political criticisms of the regime in power. When my good friend Pat Utomi announced the decision of the Big Tent opposition group to set up […]
Continue ReadingRetired Nigerian army Major, Joe Ajayi, who was kidnapped at his residence in Odo-Ape, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria, a few weeks ago, has died in the kidnappers’ den, in spite of a ransom of N10m paid for his rescue. Major Ajayi was kidnapped on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from his residence […]
Continue ReadingA noticeable incident unfolded at the Kano Government House when an object hit Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s head while he was delivering a speech during a Sallah homage he paid to the state government on Sunday, June 8. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, sparked speculation and allegations that the […]
Continue ReadingAt the 2025 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards, Kendrick Lamar was the standout winner, dominating the ceremony with multiple honors for his sixth studio album, GNX, released last November. The event, hosted by Kevin Hart, took place Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Lamar secured top awards including Album of the Year […]
Continue ReadingNigerians woke up to the delightful news, Monday morning, that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, currently on Sallah vacation in Lagos, had decided, following entreaties from interested and concerned parties, to forgive his political godson, with whom there had been a frosty relationship for months. The political godson is Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the sitting Governor of […]
Continue ReadingGreater Accra Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 30-year-old Mavis Nkrumah for allegedly pouring acid on her ex-boyfriend, Gideon Frimpong, during a confrontation over their breakup. Police reports indicate that the incident occurred after the former couple met to resolve ongoing issues related to the end of their relationship. The discussion reportedly escalated […]
Continue ReadingRecently, the public was hit by the horrific story of killings attributed to a money-flaunting native doctor in Enugu State. Many were shocked but did not realise that their belief and words could have contributed to that incident. The sad reality is that many people will continue to disappear in different parts of Nigeria as […]
Continue ReadingChieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Jesutega Onokpasa, is reportedly dead. The lawyer and prominent political commentator died on Monday. Announcing his demise on his X account on Tuesday, a pro-APC crusader, Okezie Atani, said the prominent political commentator was survived by his wife and children. He wrote: “We lost Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa, […]
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