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Niger State Governor, Umar Bago Renames Minna Airport After President Tinubu
Niger State Government has renamed the Abubakar Imam Kagara International Airport after Bola Tinubu International Airport, Minna, ahead of the president’s state visit.The Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment, Aminu Suleman -Takuma, disclosed this while addressing newsmen at the Governm... -
RAMADAN BEGINS: Crescent Moon Sighted, Marking The Start Of Holy Month
The commencement of the Muslim Holy month of Ramadan has been officially declared after the sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia on Sunday evening, ushering in a period of spiritual reflection and devotion for millions of Muslims worldwide.With the sighting of the crescent moon, March 10 m... -
NASR Calls For Increment in Tax on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages
The National Action on Sugar Reduction (NASR), a coalition, has called for an increase in tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) to reduce the burden of obesity.Omei Bongos-Ikwue, a representative of the NASR, made the call during a rally on Saturday in Abuja to commemorate the 2024 World Obesity ... -
Davido's Ex, Sophia Momodu Shares Adorable Moment Of Herself And Imade Studying The Bible
In a recent adorable video that has caught the attention of fans and netizens alike, Sophia Momodu, the baby mama to Davido, has shared a cute video of herself and her child Imade.This video shows the duo reading and studying the Bible. Taking to her Instagram platform, she revealed that this... -
African Games 2023: Nigeria Wins Cameroon Again As Oborodudu Others, Claim Six Gold Medals In Wrestling
Nigeria won six gold medals in different categories of female wrestling event at the ongoing 13th African Games on Sunday night.Blessing Oborodudu started the gold medal haul by defeating Blandine Nyeh Ngiri of Cameroon 14-4.Odunayo Adekuroye followed Oborodudu’s footsteps by beating Zineb Hassou... -
Watch As Ebonyi Police Officers Brutally Assault Motorists Over Enforcement Of Tinted Glass Permit
The Ebonyi state police command have reacted to a viral video of some police officers in its command assaulting some persons during a raid in a community in the state.A Nigerian on X had shared a video of the officers slapping, flogging and kicking some young men whom it appears they wanted to arre... -
OAP Do2dtun Cries Out, Reveals He Hasn't Been Able To See Hy Kids, Still Fighting For Them
Media personality, Oladotun Kayode, better known Do2dtun has revealed that he is still fighting to see his kids since his split from his estranged wife, Taiwo Oyebanjo.You may recall that after nearly nine years of marriage, Do2dtun’s wife filed for divorce on December 2022, citing accusations of... -
Nigeria Singer Ruger Triggers Reactions As He Goes Back To Church, Spotted Drumming
A video of Michael Adebayo Olayinka popularly known as Ruger drumming inside a celestial church has surfaced onlineThe video surfaced this afternoon on social media — X precisely.In the now viral video, the singer is seen wearing a white garment as he played the drums zealously at the church serv... -
To Have A Happy Home – Elderly Woman Reels Out 12 ‘Commandments’ Every Married Woman Must Obey
An elderly woman has set tongues wagging with her unique “commandments” for married women seeking a happy home.The elderly woman, whose identity remains unidentified, was seen outlining her beliefs on essential rules for a blissful home."12 'commandments' every married woman must... -
Reactions As Gen Z Turns Alhaji To Join Viral Dance With His Granddaughter
A young Nigerian lady sparks a buzz as she makes her grandpa join her viral video, stirring hilarious reactions from netizens.A video making the rounds on social media captured a granddaughter identified as @the_mademoiselle6 making her grandpa join a viral TikTok dance despite his age.The old man ... -
2024 Budget: Presidency Fires Back At Senator Ningi, Says His Claim Is Baseless
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration says the claim by Senator Abdul Ningi of Bauchi Central that the 2024 national budget was padded is false and baseless.Recall that Senator Ningi had queried the whereabouts of N3 trillion in the 2024 N28.7 trillion budget.However, in a statement on Sun... -
Young Lady Filmed Smoking Shisha and Puffing Smoke on Her Baby Wanted by Lagos Authorities
The Lagos State Domestic and segxwal Violence Agency has called on the public to help in locating a young lady who filmed herself smoking Shisha and puffing on her baby.The lady posted the video on her Whatsapp status with the caption “My baby sef don shayo” Reacting to the video which has be... -
Oyo Gov. Makinde Counsels Muslims To Remember The Needy In Their Neighborhood During Ramadan
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has enjoined Muslims especially the rich ones, to remember the needy in their respective neighborhood especially during the month of Ramadan.The governor made this declaration on Sunday via a statement issued to felicitate with Muslims on the beginning of the mont... -
Indian Hospital Successfully Performs The First Bilateral Hand Transplant Surgery (Photos)
In a groundbreaking medical achievement in Delhi, India, doctors at Ganga Ram Hospital have successfully performed a bilateral hand transplant on a painter who lost both hands in a train accident in 2020.The 12-hour surgery, hailed as a miracle by multiple Indian news outlets, involved meticulously... -
Arsenal v Porto: UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Tuesday 12th March, 2024 Time : 9:00 pm Stadium Emirates Stadium Referee Clement Turpin (France) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Arsenal [/size]Arsenal's six-goal thrashing of Sheffield United saw Gabriel Martinelli sustain a nasty cut to his foot, and having reportedly been seen... -
Barcelona v Napoli: UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Tuesday 12th March, 2024 Time : 9:00 pm Stadium Estadio Olimpico Lluis Companys Referee Danny Makkelie (Netherlands) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Barcelona [/size]Since February's first leg, Barcelona's injury woes have developed into something of a crisis, as Frenkie De ... -
Chelsea v Newcastle: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Monday 11th March, 2024 Time : 9:00 pm Stadium Stamford Bridge Referee John Brooks (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Chelsea [/size]Ben Chilwell and Levi Colwill have joined the Blues’ growing injury list, picking up knee and toe issues at the Gtech Community Stadium, r... -
Why Tinubu Is Better Than Peter Obi - El-Rufai's Son Bello Stirs Controversy
The member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Bello El-Rufai, has said President Bola Tinubu is better than Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi.Bello said Tinubu is the most experienced politician to become President.Featuring on Seun Oki... -
Tragedy Strikes As Five-storey Building Collapses In Onitsha
On Sunday, March 10, a devastating scene unfolded in the bustling city of Onitsha, Anambra State, as a five-storey building under construction crumbled to the ground on Basden Street, Fegge. The collapse, occurring in the early hours of the day, has left several individuals feared trapped beneath t... -
Biz Mogul, Tunde Ayeni Arrests Homewrecker, Adaobi Alagwu, Bars Her Child From Using His Name
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Nigeria's Wealthiest Woman, Folorunsho Alakija And Husband, Modupe Alakija Reportedly Separate After 30 Years Of Marriage
In a recent development, Nigeria's wealthiest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, and her husband, Modupe Alakija, have reportedly parted ways after three decades of marriage. According to a report by TheWill, the couple no longer reside together in their matrimonial home located in the upscale Ikoyi a... -
Krystyna Pyszkova Of the Czech Republic Crowned Miss World 2024 In Glittering Ceremony
In a dazzling spectacle of beauty and grace, Krystyna Pyszkova of the Czech Republic emerged victorious, claiming the prestigious title of Miss World 2024 at the 71st Miss World pageant.The grand event unfolded on Saturday night, March 9, at the esteemed Jio World Convention Centre in BKC, Mumbai, ... -
Security Authorities Uncover Bullets Concealed In Palm Oil Container (Video)
In a startling revelation, security agents have uncovered bullets concealed within a container of palm oil. The discovery was captured in a video that has been circulating widely on social media platforms.The video depicts a security agent carefully inspecting a keg of palm oil before eventually re... -
Goldman Sachs Analysts Predict Naira Appreciation To N1200 Per Dollar In A Year
In a recent analysis of Nigeria's economic landscape, Goldman Sachs analysts, Andrew Matheny and Bojosi Morule, have forecasted a significant appreciation of the Naira to N1200 per US dollar within the next twelve months.The analysts supported the Nigerian government's recent monetary pol... -
21 Church Members Hospitalized After SUV Crashes Into Parade In Aba
A routine road parade organized by the United Evangelical Church, Abayi International, in Aba, Abia State, turned into a scene of horror as a speeding Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) plowed into the procession, leaving 21 members hospitalized.The incident occurred on Thursday evening along the A... -
NDLEA Uncovers Illicit Drug Consignment In Commercial Bus Engine, Arrests Two Grandpas
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operatives in Borno State have apprehended two elderly individuals, Mallam Mai Gemu Adam, aged 70, and Yamama Musa, aged 65, for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking activities. The arrests were made on Saturday, March 9th, in Maiduguri and ... -
NDLEA Busts Skuchies Production & Distribution Syndicate In Osun, Lagos; Arrest 26-yr-old Lady
In a significant breakthrough, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have apprehended a 26-year-old woman, identified as Obasanmi Esther Iyanu, for her alleged involvement in the production and distribution of skuchies. The arrest was made during a raid on her hideout in Os... -
Military Reports 28 Escaped Children Amidst Kaduna School Abduction Crisis
Amidst the ongoing search and rescue operation for the abducted school children in Kaduna State, military sources have confirmed that 28 of the over 200 kidnapped students have managed to escape from their captors.Governor Uba Sani, who met with parents of the abducted children alongside Vice Presi... -
Presidency Dismisses Claims Of ₦3 Trillion Inflated Budget, Says NASS Added ₦1.27 Trillion
The Presidency has responded to allegations of budget inflation, asserting that the 2024 budget was not inflated by ₦3 trillion as claimed but had an additional ₦1.27 trillion added by the National Assembly.The clarification came in response to assertions made by Abdul Ningi, a Peoples Democrat... -
President Tinubu Orders Customs To Release Confiscated Grains To Boost Food Security
In a bid to enhance food security and alleviate hunger concerns, President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to release all confiscated grains to their rightful owners for sale in local markets.The directive was disclosed by Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General o... -
Rivers Police Authorities Dismiss Officer, Suspend Two Others Involved In Extortion Case
In response to an alleged case of extortion involving a Port Harcourt resident, the Nigeria Police authorities have taken decisive action. A statement released by the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, on Sunday outlined the measures taken against the errant officers.I... -
Man, Emmanuel Ikoka Arrested For Stealing Electrical Wires From Building Under Renovation
The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended a 25-year-old man, identified as Emmanuel Ikoka, for his alleged involvement in the theft of electrical wires from a building under renovation.According to the spokesperson of the command, Benjamin Hundeyin, Ikoka was apprehended by a vigilant security... -
Drama At Wigwes' Burial As Godswill Akpabio Engages Siminalayi Fubara Of Rivers State In A Verbal Altercation (Video)
Senate President Godswill Akpabio engaged in a verbal altercation with Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State during the funeral service of the former Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son.Governor Fubara, in his address at the funeral service, questioned ... -
US College Students Raise Money to Send Their Security Guard to Nigeria to See His Family (VID)
It was both emotional and happy moment for a Nigerian security guard identified as James, at an American college who hasnt seen his family for over a decadeThe Nigerian man who has been longing to see his family is going to get the chance to do so — thanks to a group of college students in Rhode ... -
BBNaija’s Winner Ilebaye Dragged Over Her Very Revealing Outfit (Photos)
Ilebaye Precious Odiniya, a reality TV star, has made headlines again after a recent post on the photo and video-sharing platform Instagram.Ilebaye’s newest Instagram image has sparked widespread criticism from netizens for her choice of attire.Ilebaye won the BBNaija 2023 All Stars edition and r... -
Residents Cries Out After Waking up to Demolition of Their Houses in Eti-OSA ,Lagos State (VID)
The Lagos State Government's enforcement of building regulations has led to the demolition of several houses in the Eti-Osa area. The demolition, carried out by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), is part of a wider effort to sanitize the built environment and ensure compliance w... -
Man Left Heartbroken After DNA Test Results Shows he Isn’t The Father of All His 3 Children
A Twitter user identified as Nimrod has shared how a man suffered serious heartbreak after finding out that the three children he shares with his wife aren't his.According to Nimrod the children, ages 9, 6 and 4 years old had DNA test conducted on them and the results shattered the man.and the... -
Federal Government Bans Leave Of Absence For Health Workers Seeking Employment Abroad
In a bid to tackle the 'Japa Syndrome' plaguing Nigeria's health sector, the Federal Government, led by Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has instituted a new directive requiring health workers seeking employment opportunities abroad to resign from their current positio... -
Tragedy Strikes As Five Perish In Road Accident On Ore/Lagos Expressway
A somber atmosphere enveloped the busy Ore/Lagos expressway on Saturday evening as a lone accident claimed the lives of five passengers, leaving seven others with varying degrees of injuries.The fatal incident occurred within the Akinfosile axis of Okitipupa Local Council Area of Ondo State, where ... -
Rapper Vector Raises Concerns Over Rise Of Mental Health Issues Linked To Single Parenthood
Renowned Nigerian rapper, Vector, recently sparked a conversation on social media as he voiced his concerns about the growing number of individuals grappling with mental health challenges, attributing this trend to the prevalence of single parenthood.Taking to his Twitter platform, the artist, know...
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