Obasanjo reveals why he rejected El-Rufai as his successor
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed why he turned down a suggestion to make former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, his successor, saying the ex-minister “needed to mature” before assuming such a high office. Obasanjo made the revelation in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, during a leadership symposium where former Minister of Aviation, […]
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers withdraw from terrorism case
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and lead counsel to the detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Kanu Agabi (SAN), has officially withdrawn from the ongoing terrorism trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja. During Thursday’s court session, Agabi informed Justice James Omotosho that Kanu had opted to personally handle his own defence, indicating that the […]
Tinubu swears in Amupitan as INEC chair, urges him to uphold electoral credibility
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday swore in Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), marking the formal start of his tenure as the nation’s chief electoral officer. The ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, shortly before the commencement of […]
Adégòkè concludes residencies in Germany
Nigerian playwright and literary critic Tọ́pẹ́-ẸniỌbańkẹ́ Adégòkè has concluded two creative residencies in Germany, one at Theater Koblenz in the historic city of Koblenz and another with the Sylt Foundation on the windswept island of Sylt (Westerland). Adégòkè, known for his experimental approach to drama and sharp critical voice, described the experience as a rare […]
Nkechi Blessing joins ‘Dress Like Your Miracle’ Challenge, prays for women, mothers
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Nkechi Blessing Sunday has become the latest public figure to join the viral Hallelujah Challenge, stirring emotional reactions after she offered a moving prayer for women believing God for the gift of motherhood. The popular actress shared photos of herself wearing a symbolic baby bump as part of the theme “Dress […]
ASUU suspends strike, threatens another if demands not met by FG
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called off its two-week warning strike, giving the Federal Government a one-month window to meet its pending demands or risk another round of industrial action. The suspension followed an emergency meeting of ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) held in Abuja between October 21 and 22. The decision, […]
IbaFest holds Friday, Saturday in Ibadan
The long-awaited inaugural Ibadan Book and Arts Festival (IbaFest) is set to hold this Friday and Saturday at the International Conference Centre (ICC), University of Ibadan. The festival, which is free and open to the public, is themed ‘The past as prologue to the future’ and is programmed as a hybrid event, with the virtual […]
#FreeNnamdiKanu protest: Police confirm arrest of Nnamdi Kanu’s brother, lawyer, and others in Abuja
Security operatives clashed with protesters in Abuja on Monday during a demonstration calling for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The protest, which began peacefully at Unity Fountain, quickly descended into chaos as police fired tear gas and made multiple arrests. Among those detained were Emmanuel […]
I don’t believe in dating; I marry, then fall in love in the marriage,” Nwoko’s old interview resurfaces amid alleged marriage strain with actress Regina Daniels
An old interview featuring Nigerian lawmaker and businessman, Senator Ned Nwoko, has resurfaced online, drawing renewed attention to his marriage with popular Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, which is reportedly facing turbulence. The interview, conducted in 2024, captured Nwoko stating that his marriage to Regina Daniels was influenced by family pressure rather than personal affection. The […]
“It’s a continuation of my mother’s mission,” Davido immortalises late mother with hostel at Clifford University
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has immortalised his late mother, Dr Veronica Adeleke, by commissioning a female hostel in her honour at Clifford University, Abia State. The ceremony, held during the institution’s 6th convocation on Sunday, was an emotional yet celebratory event that drew applause from students, staff, and guests as […]