Illegal baby factory uncovered in Ekiti, suspects arrested

Operatives of the Ekiti State Police Command have uncovered an alleged illegal baby factory located in the Ikere local government area of Ekiti State, Nigeria. Addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Joe Eribo, said the command received a tip-off and arrested one Onyechi Oluwadare, 43, alongside four other suspects behind a […]

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Where was Africa in Davos?, By Reuben Abati

To state the truth, Africa was significantly nowhere at the World Economic Forum which took place this 19-23 January. You may say absent figuratively, sidelined more specifically, and that has been very much the pattern over the years. The World Economic Forum was established in 1971 by Professor Klaus Schwab to provide a forum for […]

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Three persons sentenced to death for armed robbery in Ekiti

A High Court of Ekiti State, sitting at Ado Ekiti, on Tuesday sentenced three persons to death by hanging for armed robbery contrary to section 314, 312 (2) (b) and 344 of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State, 2021. The condemned persons, Lasisi Afeez (33), Ilesanmi Seun (32) and Ajewole Peter (53) were arraigned before […]

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Tinubu falls down during reception in Turkey (Video)

President Bola Tinubu is presently in Turkey on a state visit. He stumbled and was quickly assisted by the Secret Service during a ceremonial march-past organised for his reception at the parade ground in Turkey. The incident occurred as the President joined the guard of honour, drawing momentary attention before the programme continued without disruption. […]

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Nigerian singer, Portable acquires Jeep Wrangler days after release from custody (Photos)

Restless and controversial Nigerian singer, rapper and songwriter, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable or Dr. Zazu Zeh, has celebrated his release from prison by acquiring a new Jeep Wrangler. Sharing the news on his Instagram page, Portable posted videos showcasing both the exterior and interior of the vehicle straight from the motor shop. In the clips, he […]

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Nigerian students returned Peter Obi’s forgotten phone in Ibadan, he reacts

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has commended the students of Dominican University, Ibadan, Oyo State, for returning his phone after he inadvertently left it behind during a visit to the institution. In a text he posted on his verified X handle on Monday, Obi said the experience renewed his hope […]

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Nigeria’s DHQ moves to arraign alleged coup plotters, as military investigation closes

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQs) on Monday said personnel indicted after investigations into alleged misconduct by some military officers, which uncovered claims of a plot to overthrow the government, will be arraigned before an appropriate military military court. Security and military sources familiar with the matter said President Bola Tinubu had expressed confidence in the military […]

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23 years in America did not favor me, I came back with nothing ―Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington

Controversial Nigerian singer, Speed Darlington, has revealed that after spending 23 years in the United States, all he gained were criminal records. The rapper made this known while comparing his achievements in Nigeria to when he was in the United States. Speaking in a recent video, Darlington, who explained that he left America with nothing, […]

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Olubadan, Ooni, Olugbon, others secure full freedom for Sunday Igboho

Except for any unforeseen contingency, the Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, may return to the country any moment from now and will also be fully reintegrated after his clearance had been granted by the Presidency. The activist had fled the country in July 1, 2021, following the invasion of his Ibadan […]

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US State grants IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu honourary citizenship

Jailed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has been granted honorary citizenship of the State of Georgia in the United States of America. The IPOB leader was also adopted as an ‘Outstanding Citizen’ who should be “accorded every courtesy as a Goodwill Ambassador from Georgia.” Georgia’s Secretary of State, Brad Raffensperger, […]

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Wizkid’s Fela, Davido’s libido and Burna Boy’s ego, By Festus Adedayo

In perhaps his most famous song after dying in a car crash in 1971, Cardinal Rex Lawson, Kalabari highlife soulful singer of the 1960s Nigeria, would seem to be passing a deeply emotive message to both the Adeleke and Labinjoh families. In a deeply philosophical song sung in Kalabari, a riverine tribe of Rivers State, […]

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You are declaring war on the people’s dignity ―IPOB warns Soludo

Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has warned Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo against intimidating indigenes taking part in the planned Monday sit-at-home protest. In a statement by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, IPOB insisted that the sit-at-home is a peaceful and legal expression of solidarity with detained leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu . The group warned Soludo […]

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After ten-year feud, Tonto Dikeh reconciles with ex-husband Churchill

Nigerian star actress, singer, songwriter, and humanitarian, Tonto Charity Dikeh, popularly known as Tonto Dikeh, has reconciled with her ex-husband, Nigerian businessman, Olakunle Churchill, bringing an end to a decade-long public feud. Tonto announced the development in a statement she posted to her Facebook page on Saturday, describing the reconciliation as a restoration after years of conflict, […]

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Kwankwaso’s son resigns as Kano commissioner

Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, one of the children of 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned his appointment as Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development. Mustapha announced his resignation as a member of the State Executive Council in a statement posted on his official Facebook account on […]

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Fela’s Wizkid, By Lasisi Olagunju

The Cambridge English dictionary defines ‘Wizkid’ as “a young person who is very clever and successful.” Collins Dictionary defines it as “a person who is outstandingly successful for his or her age.” Wisdom Library says “’Wiz’ is a shortened form of ‘wizard,’ connoting skill, talent, and expertise, while ‘kid’ implies youthfulness or being junior. When […]

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Kano governor Abba Yusuf formally rejoins APC

Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has formally rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Yusuf defected to the ruling party on Monday at the Coronation Hall of the Kano Government House. The governor was received into the party by former National Chairman of the APC and ex-Kano State governor, Abdullahi Ganduje; the Deputy President of […]

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Why I locked myself up in amen estate for 3 years ―Star actress, Funke Akindele reveals

Nigerian star actress, Funke Akindele has shared insights into the sacrifices she made on her journey to achieving success. Akindele, in a recent media chat, revealed that she had to deprive herself of many things before she could achieve the success she is enjoying today. She disclosed that she locked herself away inside Amen Estate […]

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Ex-Labour Party campaign director Akin Osuntokun defects to ADC

A former Director-General of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, Akin Osuntokun, has dumped the Labour Party for the African Democratic Congress. Osuntokun, a former News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Managing Director, confirmed this to a correspondent of the agency on Monday in Lagos. “Yes, it is correct. I am now in ADC,” he told […]

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