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"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

BREAKING: Many Trapped As Building Collapses On Lagos Island

Many people are feared trapped as a two-storey building on Thursday collapsed on Lagos Island area of Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.The building collapsed at No. 15, Iga Iduganran, close to the Oba of Lagos’s palace.The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu is said to have mobilised the elite
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

Nigerian Woman Hauwa Ojeifo Receives $24 Million Grant From Melinda Gates

Melinda Gates, the ex-wife of Bill Gates, pledged $240 million to a group of 24 global leaders to distribute to organisations they believe "do urgent, innovative, and impactful work to improve women’s mental health and overall well-being."Hauwa Ojeifo was one of the global leaders selected to disburse $24 million. Hauwa posted her appr
COCHIN Confirms Davido's N300m Donation To Orphanage Homes, Sends Him Appreciation Letter

The Coalition of Orphanages and Children’s Homes in Nigeria, COCHIN, has conveyed profound appreciation to afrobeats artist David Adeleke, widely recognized as Davido, for his generous contributions and backing.The Nation reported that Davido promised to donate a whopping sum of N300m to orphanages across the country in February.He wrote on X: �

APC Chairmanship: Court Fixes June 13 To Hear Suit Against Ganduje

A suit seeking to restrain Abdullahi Ganduje from parading himself as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has been fixed for June 1, by a Federal High Court in Abuja.Justice Inyang Ekwo fixed the date to allow parties in the suit to regularize their processes.The North Central APC Forum, in the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/C
What I Ordered vs What I Got: Nigerian Lady Shares Photos Of Outfit She Ordered Online

A lady has shared photos of the dress she ordered online for N26,000 and what was delivered to her.The lady got the sample of what she wanted and sent it to the vendor who sells ready made dresses while expecting a very similar style to be given to her.However, she was left disappointed with the quality of the dress that was given to her, especial

VIDEO; Kcee Acquires Two Super Full-Sized SUVs Reportedly Worth N500M

Nigerian musician, Kcee has reportedly bought two full-size SUVs worth around N500m in one day. The singer bought a Cadillac Escalade and a Lincoln Navigator. The news was made public by his friend, talent manager Soso Soberekon who took to Instagram to flaunt the new cars. His caption the post: My men are winning, this man right here @iam_kcee i
Calm In Kano As District Heads Pledge Loyalty To Sanusi Amidst Legal Tussle

The city of Kano is experiencing a gradual return to calmness despite tensions surrounding the Emir of Kano throne. Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II remains reinstated, now into the sixth day, despite ongoing legal challenges to his Emirship.While the Sunusi camp insists he is the rightful Emir, having been reappointed by Gov. Abba Yusuf, a Federal High C

VIDEO: Reactions Trail As Yul Edochie Appreciates God For Defeating Plans Of His Enemies

Popular Nigerian actor and director, Yul Edochie has taken to Instagram to appreciate God for defeating his enemies.The movie star notified social media users that the plans of his enemies in his life has once again been brought to nothing.He shared a video of himself singing and noted that whenever he sings that way, people wouldn’t really unde
VIDEO; Seun Kuti Fires Back At Those Dragging Influencer, Saida Boj

Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti has made a case for influencer, Saida Boj who has been criticised online over her statement in a podcast.He wonders why she would receive much backlash when male artistes encourage her statement in their music lyrics.Saida Boj went viral recently over her controversial statement about only opening her legs for a man who

BBN Star, Bella Look Gorgeous In White As She Celebrates 27th Birthday

Ex-BBNaija housemate, Bella Okagbue turned 27 today, May 29.To celebrate her new age, the influencer took to her Instagram page to share gorgeous photos of herself.She stunned in a beautiful white dress with heels.See Photos Below;
BREAKING: NELFund Reveals 30,000 Have Successfully Registered For Student Loan

It has been revealed that a total of 30,000 students have successfully registered for the student loan scheme.Similarly, over 60,000 individuals have registered on the website of the fund.The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, Akintunde Sawyerr, made this known in a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday.On June 12, 2023, Tinubu s

University Education Not Necessary For Success – UK PM, Rishi Sunak Blows Hot

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has revealed that university is not a necessity to succeed in life. He stated this on his X account (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday. The Conservative Party leader stated, “You don’t have to go to university to succeed in life.” The controversial statement has since sparked a heated debate on social media. The
I No Fit Argue, I Don Start To Dey Learn Am - Footballer, Ajibade, Plays New National Anthem

Rasheedat Ajibade, the Super Falcons and Atletico Femeni forward, has taken to social media to show her proactive approach in learning the reintroduced Nigerian national anthem, "Nigeria, We Hail Thee." This comes just a day after President Bola Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill into law, reinstating the old anthem.Gistmania had rep

Two Soldiers Reportedly Killed As Gunmen Enforce Sit-at-Home In Abia

Two Nigerian soldiers have been reportedly killed in Abia state. According to the report, the soldiers were killed by unknown gunmen enforcing the sit-at-home order on Thursday. The military men were attacked at Obikabia junction in Aba, Abia State, by over 15 masked gunmen who also set their patrol van on fire. A trending video shows the assailan

Heartbroken Lady Narrates How Boyfriend Dumps Her For Same Girl Her Ex Left Her For

A lady has been left devastated after two of her ex-boyfriends dumped her for the same girl. The lady with the Twitter handle, @Rukkyjunaid shared the story in response to a tweet asking people to recount an incident that happened that made them feel like life would end. @Rukkyjunaid said: “Tweeting because life didn’t end when my ex lef

Experts Slam Tinubu Says New National Anthem Does Not Change Price Of Food

President Bola Tinubu has been slammed by experts over the new national anthem. According to them, changing to a new national anthem does not change the price of food. Political analysts, Jideofor Adibe and Sani Yabagi issued the criticism while speaking on the first anniversary of President Tinubu in an interview on Channels Television. Recall th
VIDEO: Wife Plasters Photo Of Her Husband's Sidechic On Walls To Warn Her

A Nigerian woman has taken drastic measures to warn her husband's lover. The woman was seen plastering the photo of her husband's alleged sidechic on streets, walls, and bus stops. She had accused the lady of sleeping with her man. The lady shared the poster with the bold headline: "Husband Snatcher, Please Leave My Husband Alone.&

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
Actress, Kate Henshaw Stirs The Internet Over Return of The Old National Anthem

Veteran Nollywood actress Kate Amaka Henshaw has stirred the internet with her reaction to the government’s order to revert to the old national anthem.It is no longer news that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had officially signed the old anthem into law, making the new one irrelevant.The move of the law making house sparked mixed outrage amongst Ni

Video of Primary School Pupils in Ogun State Joyfully Singing The New National Anthem

This morning, the assembly ground of a primary school in Ogbere-Ijebu, Ogun State, was filled with the harmonious voices of young pupils singing the new National Anthem. The sight was a blend of youthful enthusiasm and a deep sense of patriotism. The children stood in neat rows, their uniforms crisply pressed, as they sang in unison.With the
Comedian I Go Save Tells FG To Revers Old Petrol Price, Dollar Price As They Reverted The Old National Anthem

Comedian, Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke, says as the Federal government has reverted to the old National Anthem, it should also help revert to the old petrol price, old dollar price, old taxation as well as old security standards. The comedian stated this on his Instastories. Recall that President Tinubu on Wednesday, May 29, signed into law a bill re

Gov Fubara of Rivers State Says He Inherited N225.279bn Debt From Wike's Government

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has disclosed that he inherited a substantial debt burden from the previous administration led by Nyesom Wike. In his address, Governor Fubara mentioned that his administration has initiated nine new road projects with a total value of N534.332 billion. However, he also inherited 34 uncompleted projects v
12 Persons Killed, 20 Injured As Terrorists Invade Community In Kaduna

Terrorists, on Wednesday, reportedly killed 12 persons in Maro Ward, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.Twenty (20) others who sustained various degrees of injuries have been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.A former chairman of the local government, Cafra Caino, confirmed that the assailants invaded the market around 3 pm on Wed

How Having a Presentation Laser Pointer Landed me in Switzerland Jail - Nigerian Man Recounts

A Nigerian man recently shared his unexpected and harrowing experience in Switzerland, which began when he entered the country with a seemingly harmless item: a presentation laser pointer.Upon arriving in Switzerland for a business presentation, the man, whose identity remains confidential, carried with him a standard laser pointer—a tool common

'Returning The Old National Anthem Is The Most Unnecessary Acts Of Governance' - Reno Omokri

Former Presidential aide, Reno Omokri has referred to the return of the old National anthem as a big mistake.Recall that President Tinubu signed into law a new bill for the return of the old National Anthem on Wednesday, May 29.In a post shared on X, Reno opined that with all of the multifaceted issues Nigeria is currently facing, reverting to the
Missing Okada Rider Found Dead After 5 Days In Ekiti State

The lifeless body of a commercial motorcyclist has been discovered five days after he was declared missing in Ekiti State.This is coming a week after the Okada Riders Association, Ekiti State chapter, raised the alarm over incessant killings of their members.The deceased was a notable member of the association around Iworoko-Ekiti and Ekiti State
President Tinubu Offers Free Train Rides on Abuja Metro Line Till End of The Year

President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, announced that Nigerians and other commuters would enjoy free train rides on the Abuja Metro Line until the end of the year. The President made this declaration while flagging off the re-launch of commercial operations on the Abuja Light Rail. “Our dear Landlord, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory
China Official Bans ‘Wealth-Flaunting’ Attitude on Social Media

China has recently intensified efforts to ban the flaunting of wealth on social media platforms as part of a broader campaign to promote more positive and healthy online behaviors. This crackdown is aligned with President Xi Jinping's vision of "common prosperity," aiming to reduce the growing social and economic disparities in the