Tinubu appoints Ida as CAC chairman, nominates seven NPC commissioners, names Bello special adviser
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of former Katsina Central senator, Dr Ibrahim Ida, as chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), alongside the nomination of seven individuals as federal commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC), in a move aimed at strengthening key government institutions. The presidency also confirmed the appointment of […]
Religion not driving Nigeria’s development —Daddy Freeze
Media personality Daddy Freeze has argued that religion is failing to deliver meaningful socio-economic progress in Nigeria, insisting that the country’s heavy religious inclination has not translated into measurable development outcomes. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, Daddy Freeze said Nigeria’s widespread religiosity stands in stark contrast to its persistent challenges in areas such as […]
Tinubu donates entire presidential salaries to Armed Forces welfare fund for injured soldiers
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has established a dedicated welfare fund for members of the Armed Forces, pledging to channel all his salaries since assuming office in May 2023 into the initiative as seed funding to support wounded personnel and families of fallen heroes. The president announced the initiative on Monday during activities marking his 74th […]
Bride of Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere’s adopted autistic son confirms she has three children
A newlywed woman married to Aboy Chibuzor, the non-verbal autistic man adopted and raised by the founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, has clarified that she is neither a virgin nor without children, revealing that she is a widow with three kids. Her statement comes amid widespread public reactions and debates surrounding the […]
Finalists of Beeta Playwright $3000 prize announced
The Beeta Universal Arts Foundation has announced the finalists of the seventh edition of the Beeta Playwright Competition. The announcement was recently made across the foundation’s social media platforms. The foundation, founded by the award-winning actress and producer, Bikiya Graham-Douglas, offers opportunities and innovative solutions for development in the performing arts through production, competitions, education, […]
2Baba: Afrobeats ‘will never die’ as young talents drive global growth
Nigerian music legend 2Baba has expressed strong confidence in the longevity of Afrobeats, dismissing suggestions that the globally celebrated sound could lose relevance in the future. The award-winning singer said the genre’s steady growth and the emergence of fresh talent have positioned it to remain dominant for years to come. Speaking during a recent radio […]
PDP convention to hold as planned, Wike vows party will ‘shock Nigerians’ in 2027
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will proceed with its national convention as scheduled, dismissing concerns over internal disputes and ongoing legal challenges. He also expressed confidence that the party would surprise Nigerians with its performance in the 2027 general elections despite its current […]
NFVCB honours Toyin Abraham as ‘Oversabi Aunty’ surpasses ₦1b at box office
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has received formal recognition from the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) following the record-breaking success of her film ‘Oversabi Aunty’, which surpassed ₦1 billion in box office revenue. The honour was presented during a ceremony held on Thursday, March 20, 2026, at the NFVCB’s South-West Zonal Office […]
Cubana Chief Priest declares support for APC, says ‘Party is taking care of me’
Socialite and nightlife entrepreneur, Cubana Chief Priest, has publicly declared his support for Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that the party has been beneficial to him. He made the remarks while attending the APC National Convention in Abuja, where he appeared alongside other political stakeholders and supporters of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at […]
Ayra Starr secures back-to-back Best International Act at 2026 MOBO Awards
Pop sensation Ayra Starr has made history by winning the ‘Best International Act’ at the 2026 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards for the second consecutive year. The 23-year-old singer, known for her chart-topping hits and dynamic performances, first claimed the accolade in 2025, making her the first African artist to achieve back-to-back victories in […]