Monday, February 9, 2026

Tear gas, gunshots as security operatives disrupt #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja

Nnamdi Kanu

Tension gripped Abuja on Monday as security operatives fired tear gas and shots into the air to disperse protesters demanding the release of the detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu. The demonstration, tagged #FreeNnamdiKanuNow, was led by rights activist Omoyele Sowore and coincided with the fifth anniversary of the #EndSARS movement. Protesters […]

PDP in turmoil as Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri quits party

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri

The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deepened on Wednesday as Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, announced his resignation from the opposition party, joining a growing list of governors and lawmakers abandoning the platform ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Diri announced this during the weekly State Executive Council meeting held inside […]

Why I support polygamy —Alibaba

Alibaba

Veteran comedian Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, popularly known as Alibaba, has restated his belief in polygamy, describing it as part of African culture and a practice that can help maintain stability in homes. Speaking during an interview with media personality Nedu, Alibaba said polygamy should not be seen as strange or outdated, noting that it has […]

‘APC is platform with greater capacity’ Enugu gov says as he dumps PDP for APC

Governor Peter Mbah

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has officially ended his long-standing affiliation with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), confirming weeks of heightened speculation over his political future. Mbah announced the switch on Tuesday during a press conference held in Enugu, which was also broadcast across the state. Flanked by […]

FG says all ASUU demands met, insists strike unnecessary

ASUU

The Federal Government has maintained that there is no justification for the ongoing two-week warning strike declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), insisting that all the union’s demands have been addressed. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, made this known on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, where […]

President Tinubu’s son, Seyi, turns 40

Seyi Tinubu

Nigerians have celebrated Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, as he clocked 40. Seyi, known for his involvement in youth empowerment and community development through various philanthropic initiatives, marked his birthday on Sunday. The series of tributes began early Sunday when President Tinubu personally penned an emotional message to his son, describing him as […]

Hilda Baci to gift Hyundai Sonata car to one of her students

, Hilda Baci

Nigerian celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, has once again captured public admiration with her latest act of generosity, announcing plans to gift one of her students a brand-new red Hyundai Sonata car. The celebrated culinary entrepreneur made the announcement in a video that has since gone viral across social media platforms, […]

Nathaniel Bassey speaks on wife’s five miscarriages

Pastor Nathaniel Bassey

Renowned gospel singer and convener of the Hallelujah Challenge, Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, has revealed that his wife, Sarah, suffered five miscarriages, including an ectopic pregnancy, while he led the globally followed worship programme. The revelation came during a live session of the ongoing October 2025 edition of the Hallelujah Challenge, an annual month-long virtual praise […]

Amupitan’s emergence as INEC boss divides opposition, revives calls for Uwais Report

Professor Joash Amupitan

President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) as the new chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has triggered mixed reactions across Nigeria’s political landscape, reopening debates about electoral credibility and long-standing calls for reform. The National Council of State had, on Thursday, unanimously endorsed Amupitan’s nomination following the resignation of Professor […]