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  • Northern Group Slams Peter Obi, Says He Lacks Understanding Of Nigeria

    . Northern Group Slams Peter Obi, Says He Lacks Understanding Of Nigeria

     The Northern Awareness Network has tackled the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, over his comments on South African elections.Obi had said the recent election in South Africa is a shining example of what a transparent process should look like.In a post via X handle on Saturday, the former Anambra State governor said the d
  • Nigeria Customs Boss, Adewale Adeniyi Accused of Age Falsification To Extend Service Tenure (Evidences)

    .. Nigeria Customs Boss, Adewale Adeniyi Accused of Age Falsification To Extend Service Tenure (Evidences)

     A recent investigation by SaharaReporters has uncovered allegations that Adewale Bashir Adeniyi, the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, manipulated his date of birth in official documents to extend his tenure beyond the mandatory retirement age.Documents obtained by SaharaReporters reveal that Adeniyi used two different birth dat
  • Benin v Nigeria: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

    . Benin v Nigeria: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

     Date: Monday 10th June, 2024 Time : 5:00 pm Stadium Referee   Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Benin [/size]Dokou Dodo was the match-winner against Rwanda, and the midfield man should retain his place for Monday's match.Benin's main threat remains Steve Mounie, and the centre-forward should lead the attack with Junior Olaitan and
  • NDLEA Foils Second Attempt To Smuggle Codeine Syrup From India Into Nigeria

    . NDLEA Foils Second Attempt To Smuggle Codeine Syrup From India Into Nigeria

     In a relentless crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted yet another shipment of codeine-based syrup at the Port Harcourt Ports complex in Onne, Rivers state.This latest seizure, coming barely a week after the confiscation of 175,000 bottles of codeine syrup, marks a significant
  • Barely 2 Days In America, Nigeria Singer Portable Flaunts Stacks Of Dollars

    . Barely 2 Days In America, Nigeria Singer Portable Flaunts Stacks Of Dollars

     Controversial singer, Portable oppresses his critics and naysayers as he flaunts stacks of dollars, barely 2 days after landing in America.It would be recalled that the musician recently traveled to the United States to begin his tour.While in the country, he had recently linked up with the famous musician, Davido who took him out for dinner in At
  • Nigeria Actress, Funke Akindele Reiterates How D’banj Encouraged Her To Start ‘Jenifa’ Brand

    . Nigeria Actress, Funke Akindele Reiterates How D’banj Encouraged Her To Start ‘Jenifa’ Brand

     Record-breaking Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has revealed the role ace musician D’banj played in her career.The Nigerian box office’s highest grossing filmmaker disclosed that D’banj supported her financially to start her ‘Jenifa’ brand of films, which shot her to fame.She spoke at D’banj’s 20 years in the music indu
  • "Whatever You Do, Don’t Ever Be A Victim In Nigeria" - Actress Mary Njoku Tells Women

    . "Whatever You Do, Don’t Ever Be A Victim In Nigeria" - Actress Mary Njoku Tells Women

     Popular Nigerian actress, Mary Remmy Njoku, has urged women never to allow themselves become “victims in Nigeria.”In an Instagram post, the filmmaker argued that when a woman becomes a victim even to the point of death, she will be blamed and made to feel that it was her fault for suffering.Njoku said this in reaction to the news of the two fr
  • Video: Nigeria Singer, Portable Cries Out After Seeing People Using Guns Like Phones In America

    . Video: Nigeria Singer, Portable Cries Out After Seeing People Using Guns Like Phones In America

     Nigerian singer Portable has cried out in fear over his recent observation in America.The singer, in a video captured online, revealed that American citizens are always carrying guns like phones in their pockets. According to him, those who have been coming to welcome him into the country and greet him have been coming with guns.He expressed fear
  • One More Baby Would Make My Life Perfect – Nigeria Blogger, Linda Ikeji Expresses Her Wish

    . One More Baby Would Make My Life Perfect – Nigeria Blogger, Linda Ikeji Expresses Her Wish

     Nigerian blogger and entrepreneur, Linda Ikeji has expressed her desire to expand her family by having a second child.The blogger, who welcomed her first child, Jayce Ikeji, in 2018, disclosed this in a recent post shared on her Instagram page.She expressed gratitude for the good things in her life like peace, money, success, and freedom.Linda Ike
  • Nigeria v South Africa: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

    . Nigeria v South Africa: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

     Date: Friday 7th June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo Referee   Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Nigeria [/size]As mentioned, Nigeria are missing a few key players, with the most notable being Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, who will not feature in either of the side's qualifiers this month due to injury.Georg
  • Official Lyrics of Nigeria's New National Anthem As Released By National Orientation Agency

    . Official Lyrics of Nigeria's New National Anthem As Released By National Orientation Agency

     Standardized lyrics of the reintroduced national anthem have been released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA).Lanre Issa-Onilu, the Director-General (DG) of NOA who spoke at the presentation of the official version of the new national anthem in Abuja on Wednesday, June 5, said since reintroducing the old anthem, many Nigerians have “shown
  • Nigeria Singer, D’banj Pens Appreciation To Colleague, Olamide For Writing His New Song

    . Nigeria Singer, D’banj Pens Appreciation To Colleague, Olamide For Writing His New Song

     Prominent Nigerian singer, Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, better known as D’banj has penned a heartfelt appreciation to his colleague, Olamide for writing his newly released song, “Koko.”The singer, who recently marked 20 years in the music industry, asked his fans on Instagram what the word ‘Koko’ has meant to them from 2004 to the present wh
  • Actress Mary Njoku Asks Fans For Updates On Recent Happenings In Nigeria After Weeks Away

    . Actress Mary Njoku Asks Fans For Updates On Recent Happenings In Nigeria After Weeks Away

     Popular Nigerian actress and ROK TV boss, Mary Njoku has reached out to her fans for updates on the latest happenings in the country after being away for a while.On her Instagram page, she requested to know about the latest happenings including the shutdown of airports, national grid collapse, and change of the national anthem.She wrote: “How�
  • Nigeria Gospel Singer, Yinka Alaseyori Overjoyed As She Receives Lexus LX570 On Birthday

    . Nigeria Gospel Singer, Yinka Alaseyori Overjoyed As She Receives Lexus LX570 On Birthday

     Gospel singer, Yinka Alaseyori was overwhelmed with emotions as she was gifted a luxurious Lexus LX570 on her birthdayThe talented artist was surrounded by loved ones who joined her in celebrating the special moment.A video she posted on Instagram, showcased people helping her navigate the car’s interior while they sang to God in high voices.As
  • BREAKING: Visa Ban Imposed On Nigeria By UAE Resolved Says Minister Of Aviation, Festus Keyamo

    . BREAKING: Visa Ban Imposed On Nigeria By UAE Resolved Says Minister Of Aviation, Festus Keyamo

     Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has said the United Arab Emirates, UAE, authorities have concluded plans to lift the travel barriers between it and Nigeria.Speaking to newsmen at the welcome dinner for delegates attending the International Air Transport Association, IATA, 80 Annual General Meeting and World Air Tr
  • NIGERIA: Resolutions from the Meeting Between the Federal Government and Organised Labour

    . NIGERIA: Resolutions from the Meeting Between the Federal Government and Organised Labour

     In response to the withdrawal of Labour from the negotiations by the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage (NMW), the Leadership of the National Assembly intervened on June 2, 2024. This led to the Organised Labour declaring a nationwide strike on Monday, June 3, 2024, to press their demands.In the interest of the nation, the Federal Gover
  • Nigeria Government Should Wake Up, People Are Suffering – Mr Macaroni Laments

    . Nigeria Government Should Wake Up, People Are Suffering – Mr Macaroni Laments

     Popular content creator and actor Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has urged the President Bola Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress, APC, to rise up to its responsibilities.The thespian stated that if APC knew what Nigerians deserved back then, they should have no problem understanding what the people want now that they are in p
  • Minister Of Finance, Edun States Why Multinationals Are Exiting Nigeria

    . Minister Of Finance, Edun States Why Multinationals Are Exiting Nigeria

     The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has explained that multinational companies exiting Nigeria did not have a liquid foreign exchange market.According to him, the government is working on the economic and investment climate to attract more multinationals into Nigeria.The Minister stated this while fielding
  • Duchess Of Sussex Meghan Markle Pens Letter To Oluwo Of Iwo For Warm Hospitality During Her Visit To Nigeria

    . Duchess Of Sussex Meghan Markle Pens Letter To Oluwo Of Iwo For Warm Hospitality During Her Visit To Nigeria

     Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has expressed her gratitude to Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, for his warm hospitality during her recent visit to Nigeria with her husband, Prince Harry. The couple was on a three-day working visit to support wounded veterans and engage with key stakeholders in the country.In a statement issued by
  • 'Nigeria We Hail Thee': Politicians Desperate To Distract Nigerians From Hardship –Lawyer, Idam

    . 'Nigeria We Hail Thee': Politicians Desperate To Distract Nigerians From Hardship –Lawyer, Idam

     Activist lawyer Maduabuchi Idam has criticized the Nigerian political class for what he calls a "desperate" attempt to divert attention from the hardships faced by Nigerians by reintroducing the old national anthem, "Nigeria we hail thee." Idam said the only fraction of Nigerians who can sing “Nigeria we hail thee” are tho
  • "Timi Dakolo’s ‘Great Nation’ Should Be Nigeria's Anthem" – Adekunle Gold

    . "Timi Dakolo’s ‘Great Nation’ Should Be Nigeria's Anthem" – Adekunle Gold

     Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has stated that his colleague, Timi Dakolo’s song, ‘Great Nation’ would have made a better national anthem than the old anthem which the country returned to.President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law to reinstate the old anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.”Reacting, Adekunle
  • Niger Govt Arrests Suspected Gang Leader & Others Wanted In Nigeria

    . Niger Govt Arrests Suspected Gang Leader & Others Wanted In Nigeria

     A Nigerian “bandit” leader wanted for the kidnapping and murder of civilians has been arrested along with 65 of his men in southern Niger, local authorities announced.The border between Nigeria and Niger has for more than a decade been a hideout for armed groups known locally as bandits who abduct civilians for ransom and rustle cattle. “Aft
  • Huggies Maker, Kimberly-Clark To Stop Production Three Years After Investing $100m In Nigeria

    . Huggies Maker, Kimberly-Clark To Stop Production Three Years After Investing $100m In Nigeria

     Nairametrics reports that Diaper and sanitary pad manufacturer, Kimberley Clark will soon announce an imminent shutdown of its Ikorodu production facility two years after investing $100 million in Nigeria.  Sources within the company informed Nairametrics that the plant has been producing below capacity from late 2023 into 2024 due to the har
  • Check Out The Full Stanza Of The New National Anthem "Nigeria We Hail Thee"

    . Check Out The Full Stanza Of The New National Anthem "Nigeria We Hail Thee"

     The old anthem, ‘Nigeria, We Hail Thee’ composed when Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960, was replaced with the ‘Arise O’ Compatriots’ version in 1978. The bill sponsored by the Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, (Ekiti Central), enjoyed overwhelming support from the lawmakers. In supporting the bill, the lawmake
  • Video Of Nigeria Customs Service Officials Engaging in Street Fight With VIO in Abuja

    . Video Of Nigeria Customs Service Officials Engaging in Street Fight With VIO in Abuja

     The Nigeria Customs Service has reacted to a viral video of some of its officers fighting with Vehicle Inspection Officers VIO at the AYA Roundabout, Abuja VIO Office on Friday, May 24.The video which went viral today, May 28, showed Customers officers in the VIO premises and engaging themselves in a physical altercation. Gunshots also rent the ai
  • Nigeria is Both a Jungle And a Comedy Show - Vee Iye Laments Over The Country's Economy

    . Nigeria is Both a Jungle And a Comedy Show - Vee Iye Laments Over The Country's Economy

     Reality TV star Vee Iyee has taken to the X-Platform to express how difficult it was to explain Nigeria as a country to other non-Nigerians.She further stated that most times she feels like she is in a jungle and other times she feels like she is in a comedy show.In her words, she had this to say, “How do you even begin to explain Nigeria as a
  • comment*] After Paying N8M, We Are Suffering In Saudi- Arabia - Nigeria Pilgrims Lament Poor Feeding

    comment*] After Paying N8M, We Are Suffering In Saudi- Arabia - Nigeria Pilgrims Lament Poor Feeding

     Some Nigerians currently in Saudi Arabia for the 2024 Hajj have lamented the quality and quantity of the food they are being served despite paying over N8million for the exercise.In a picture shared by a Facebook user, Babagana Digima, a small portion of pap and three beans cake were said to be the food they served the pilgrims on Tuesday morning.
  • 'I Was Prevented From Performing In Nigeria Due To Indecent Dressing' – Tiwa Savage

    . 'I Was Prevented From Performing In Nigeria Due To Indecent Dressing' – Tiwa Savage

     Popular singer Tiwa Savage recalled that when she returned to Nigeria from the United Kingdom to pursue her musical career, she was prevented from performing at concerts because her outfits were considered “too risqué.”She revealed that some of her earlier music videos were not aired due to being deemed indecent.The ‘Koroba’ hitmaker disc
  • Nigeria Singer, Burna Boy Makes Movie Debut In ‘3 Cold Dishes’ Starring Wale Ojo, Osas Ighodaro

    . Nigeria Singer, Burna Boy Makes Movie Debut In ‘3 Cold Dishes’ Starring Wale Ojo, Osas Ighodaro

     Nigerian singer Burna Boy is set to make his film debut with 3 Cold Dishes, a crime adventure that tackles the serious issue of s*x trafficking. The film is produced by Spaceship Films, a company he co-founded with his mother, Bose Ogulu, where he also serves as executive producer.Director Asurf Oluseyi has confirmed that 3 Cold Dishes has complet
  • FG Suspends Air Nigeria Project Indefinitely

    . FG Suspends Air Nigeria Project Indefinitely

     The controversial Air Nigeria Airline project has been suspended indefinitely. The Federal Government suspended the project in a statement by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo. Keyamo announced this at the ministerial briefing to mark the first year of the President Bola Tinubu administration. According to him, “the airline was

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