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Nigeria Correctional Service Refutes Claims That Bobrisky Was Moved From Ikoyi Prison To Kirikiri
It's important to clarify misconceptions and provide accurate information regarding the status of individuals under legal custody. The Nigeria Correctional Service's refutation of claims regarding Bobrisky's transfer from the Ikoyi custodial centre to Kirikiri in Lagos State helps to address any confusion surrounding his situation.T -
Jubilation In Nigeria As Many Are Currently Receiving N50k Inside Their Account From Tinubu's Govt
Jubilations All Over Nigeria As Thousands of Nigerians are Currently Receiving N50,000 inside their account as we speak from President Tinubu’s GovernmentMany Nigerian have taken to social to show proof of transaction.See post below; -
VIDEO: Davido Brags, Says He's The Only GOAT In Nigeria
Popular Afrobeats icon, David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has bragged about being the only “greatest of all time” in the Nigerian music industry.In a viral video shared on TikTok, Davido can be heard confidently proclaiming his status as the sole “GOAT” of Nigerian music. “There is only one GOAT in my country and it’s me,” he ass -
Yoruba Nation: "Those Threatening Nigeria’s Sovereignty Will Pay Heavily" -Pres. Tinubu Says
President Bola Tinubu yesterday said those threatening the country’s sovereignty “would pay a heavy price”. Receiving Pa Reuben Fasoranti and other Afenifere leaders at the State House, his government is working on re-engineering the economy and seeking to boost the purchasing power of citizens. He said Nigeria must secure itself economicall -
Nigeria's Foreign Exchange Reserves Decrease in Less Than a Month, Hits Lowest Level
Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) reserves have witnessed a significant downturn, plunging by approximately $1.84 billion in 26 days, amidst the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) robust efforts to stabilise the naira.Current figures from the CBN, as of April 12, 2024, reveal that the FX reserves are now positioned at $32.61 billion, a stark declin -
Meet Uzoma Odimara, aka ‘Area Scatter’ Nigeria’s First Publicly-Known Crossdresser
When we think of cross-dressing in Nigeria, names like Bobrisky, James Brown and Denrele Edun immediately emerge.Yet, what many, especially, the younger generation, don’t realise is that cross-dressing has quite a history in Nigeria, which is often overlooked.Before the rise of today’s cross-dressing ‘icons’, Nigeria had its pioneer back i -
BREAKING NEWS: Nigeria's Inflation Rate Hits 33.20%, Despite Naira’s Rebound
Despite Naira’s rebound, Nigeria’s inflation rate jumped to 33.20% in March 2024 compared to February 2024 headline inflation rate which was 31.70%.This was according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released on Monday. “Looking at the movement, the March 2024 headline inflation rate showed an -
Nigeria's Victor Boniface Shines As Bayer Leverkusen Clinches First Bundesliga Title, Ending Bayern Munich’s 11-Year Reign
In a historic Sunday showdown, Bayer Leverkusen captured their first Bundesliga title, demolishing Werder Bremen 5-0 and ending Bayern Munich's 11-year reign as champions. This monumental victory not only marks Leverkusen's first league win in their 120-year history but also disrupts the long-standing dominance of Bayern Munich in German -
Covenant University Emerges Best University in Nigeria For The Second Time (See Full Ranking)
The Times Higher Education‘s 2024 rating has ranked the Covenant University as the best university in Nigeria for the second time.According to a report by The Punch, analysis of the latest ranking on Thursday showed that the university based in Ota, Ogun State, is among the top 1,000 universities in the world.The 801st-ranked university in the w -
Libya Just Displaced Nigeria to Become Largest Crude Oil Producer in Africa
Libya has overtaken Nigeria to become the second largest producer of crude oil in Africa, in March. This is according to the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries’s monthly March oil report released Thursday. The report said Libya produced an average higher figure of 1.236 million barrels per day, but Nigeria’s production dropped to 1. -
PHOTOS: Nigeria Air Force Bombard Terrorists’ Hideout With Air Strikes In Zamfara
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reported the successful elimination of numerous terrorists and their hideouts in Zamfara state following a raid on their locations.The operation, which was conducted by the Air Component of Operation Hadarin Daji, led to the bombing of two terrorist camps.According to a statement by NAF Spokesman, Edward Gabkwet, o -
SEXTORTION CASE! Two Arrested In Nigeria Following Tragic Australian Teen's Suicide
Two individuals have been apprehended in Nigeria in connection with an alleged sextortion scheme targeting an Australian schoolboy who tragically took his own life. Australian authorities reveal that the victim had engaged in explicit image exchange online before facing threats and extortion demands.After an extensive international investigation, -
UPDATE: UAE Airline Set To Resume Nigeria Flights
The numerous visits paid to the United. Arab Emirates government by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to get the communication breakdown between the two countries resolved may have paid off as the UAE airline has concluded plans to resume flights between the two countries before summer.Dropping this hint on Monday during an interview session with the Ar -
2027; Peter Obi Dismisses Claims That He Is Desperate To Be Nigeria President
Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 General elections has said he's not desperate to the President of Nigeria. Peter Obi also dismissed insinuations that he is preparing to dump the Labour Party anytime soon, saying that it is mere rumors peddled by politicians who are jittery about his political popularity in -
Women Are Not Slave - Nigeria Woman Advises Husbands To Marry Second Wife To Help Their Wives
A Nigerian woman, Hadiza Garba, has said that a loving husband should marry a second wife to support the first one at home because women are not slaves. The married mother stated this in a Facebook post on Sunday, adding that women are not slaves. -
Female Solo Driver, Pelumi Nubi Gets Heroic Welcome As She Arrives Nigeria From London by Road (VID)
28 year-old UK-based Nigerian travel content creator and solo driver, Pelumi Nubi, who embarked on a road trip from London, United Kingdom to Nigeria has arrived in Lagos.Nubi embarked on her solo trip in a car on January 30.The arrival of Nubi who started the solo drive at the Nigeria-Benin Republic border was announced by the Special Adviser on -
Video of Actress Aunty Ramota Reciting Nigeria's States And Capitals Stirs Reactions
Nollywood actress Ramota Adetu, popularly known as Aunty Ramota, shocked many by erroneously reciting the state and capital.This is contained in a video that has gained thousands of likes, comments, and shares across various social media platforms.In the video, Aunty Ramota, a Nollywood actress, appears for an interview and is asked to recite the -
Nigeria’s Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin Emerges Acting Speaker Of ECOWAS Parliament
The ECOWAS Parliament on Thursday nominated Barau Jibrin, the Nigerian deputy senate president as acting speaker of the sub-regional parliament.Mr Jibrin emerged as speaker at the inaugural session of the sixth Legislature of the Parliament held in Abuja.He was also elected as the first deputy speaker of the body.Adjaratou Coulibaly from Cote D’ -
"I Want To Be Wizkid Of Rap In Nigeria" – OdumoduBlvck Says
Nigerian rapper, OdumoduBlvck says he can do core hip-hop like American star, Eminem but chose not to because Nigerians ‘don’t understand’ hip-hop.According to him, Nigerians only listen to melodic music so he “dumbed it down” so his records will be commercially successful.Speaking in a recent podcast interview, OdumoduBlvck explained th -
NiMet Warns of Impending Heat Stress in Nigeria, Gives Safety Measures
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned of an impending heat stress that might be witnessed in the country.The agency which released a pictorial representation of the map of the country marked with five different colours indicating the degree of the heat stress, warned Kano, Gombe, Sokoto, Yobe and about eight other States in the nor -
“Is It Better To Train Children In Nigeria Or America?"- Actress Uche Elendu Sparks Discussion
Nollywood actress, Uche Elendu has sparked a discussion on social media with a thought-provoking question aimed at her followers.In an Instagram post, Uche Elendu asked whether it is more advantageous to educate children in Nigeria or in the United States of America. “Is it better to train children in Nigeria or in the United States of America?� -
Nigeria Gospel Singer, Nathaniel Bassey Petitions Police Over Defamation
Famous gospel musician, Nathaniel Bassey petitions the Inspector General of police, Kayode Egbetokun to investigate and charge four individuals for defamation.Recall that some netizens had alleged that Mercy Chinwo’s child had a resemblance with Nathaniel Bassey.This had created a lot of controversy online and the gospel musician had taken legal -
'Igbo Leadership Key To Nigeria's Unity' - Solomon Buchi Reveals
Renowned life coach and social commentator, Solomon Buchi has voiced his opinion regarding the ongoing division within Nigeria.Speaking on the X platform, Buchi revealed that Nigeria will never be one and will always be divided. He also gave his reasons for his statement.Buchi expressed that the reason why Nigeria will always be divided was becaus -
"I Have Never Been Arrested In Or Outside Nigeria" – Singer Davido Debunks Rumour
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, aka Davido, has said reports that he was arrested in an East African country is untrue. Recall that the star was on tour on April 1, 2024 iin one of the countries in the region.Some sections of the media reported on Monday that the singer was arrested. However, reacting in a statement released via his X handle on Tues -
Restructuring Only Answer To Nigeria’s Problem, Primate Ayodele Tells Tinubu
Primate Elijah Ayodele, the founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has advised President Bola Tinubu to begin the restructuring process, saying it is the best way to address all of Nigeria’s issues.This was as he said that restructuring is the greatest way for Nigeria to advance at all levels.Speaking in a statement issued on Tuesday b -
'My Husband Will Leave A Better Nigeria After His Tenure' - Remi Tinubu Assures Nigerians Again
First Lady, Sen Remi Tinubu has assured Nigerians that her husband, President Bola Tinubu would do all it takes to make the country better.She said Nigeria would be better after the tenure of her husband as President.She made the submission on Sunday when she hosted former first ladies, govenors’ wives, others to Iftar.A statement by her Special -
Peter Obi Indicates Potential Departure From Labour Party Ahead Of 2027 Elections
Speculation surrounding the political future of former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has intensified following his recent remarks hinting at a possible departure from the party ahead of the 2027 election cycle.During a virtual engagement with supporters on his Verified X space, hosted by Parall -
Nigerian Man Who Has Spent 14 Years Abroad Dies Two Days After Returning To Nigeria
A Nigerian man known as Desmond has tragically passed away just two days after returning to Nigeria from abroad, where he had been residing for the past 14 years. The heartbreaking news was shared by a friend of the deceased on social media platform X.According to the friend's post, Desmond had made the journey back to Nigeria to visit his ai -
ADB President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina Advocates For Renaming Nigeria To "United States of Nigeria"
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, has proposed a significant overhaul in the nomenclature of Nigeria, advocating for the adoption of "The United States of Nigeria" as the country's new name. Adesina unveiled this proposal during a speech titled "Making a New Nigeria: Welfarist Policies and P -
NECO To Conduct SSCE Internally In Saudi Arabia Following Accreditation Of Nigeria Int. School
In a significant development, the National Examinations Council (NECO) has finalized plans to administer the Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) internally within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The decision comes on the heels of the successful accreditation of the Nigeria International School in Jeddah, spearheaded by a high-level delegatio
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