Rivers lawmakers reject Fubara’s Christmas payout, as Wike warns against political entitlement
Lawmakers in Rivers State have returned a N100,000 ‘Christmas gift’ credited to their personal bank accounts by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, describing the transfer as unsolicited, unlawful, and in breach of due process. The decision by the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly underscores rising tensions between the legislature and the executive amid an ongoing political […]
Tinubu insists new tax laws will take effect January 1
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed that the implementation of Nigeria’s new tax laws will commence on January 1, 2026, dismissing calls from the opposition and pressure groups for a suspension of the reforms. In a statement, the president described the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to establish a fair, competitive, and sustainable fiscal foundation for […]
Sophia Momodu urges fans to stop referring to her as Davido’s wife
Sophia Momodu, entrepreneur and mother of Nigerian music star Davido’s first child, has publicly asked fans and the public to stop calling her the singer’s wife, stressing the importance of respecting personal boundaries and current realities. In a candid video statement shared on Snapchat, Momodu expressed her frustration over persistent references to her as Davido’s […]
Ex-AGF Malami, son, associate remanded by court over 16-count money laundering charge
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of the former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), alongside his son Abdulaziz Malami and one of his associates, Bashir Asabe, at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the determination of their bail application. The remand order was issued on […]
Wike denies allegedly promising to ‘hold down’ PDP for Tinubu ahead of 2027 election
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has denied claims that he pledged to President Bola Tinubu to weaken the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 presidential election, describing the allegation as false and politically motivated. Wike made the denial on Monday during an end-of-year media briefing, reacting to comments […]
Anthony Joshua injured in Ogun car crash, two others dead
British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious car accident on Monday morning along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria, leaving two people dead and the former world champion injured. The incident occurred around 11:00 a.m. near the Makun area, close to the Sagamu Interchange. Reports indicate that the Lexus SUV transporting […]
Abuse won’t deter my support for Tinubu —Wike
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has said he remains one of the most criticised political figures in Nigeria, ranking second only to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, but insists the attacks will not weaken his political convictions or alliances. Wike made the remarks on Saturday in Ochigba, Ahoada East Local Government Area […]
Tinubu graces Eyo Festival in Lagos, highlights cultural, tourism significance
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Saturday, graced the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos, as he joined residents, traditional leaders, and visitors for the grand finale of the 2025 Eyo Festival. The president’s presence added prominence to the historic cultural celebration, which was held for the first time in eight years, following its last staging in […]
Commonwealth receives 7,806 entries from 54 countries for 2026 prize
The Commonwealth Short Story Prize has stated that it received 7,806 entries from writers in 54 countries. The organisers of the international literary, revealed that the ages of the writers who submitted their works for the 2026 edition of the prize ranged from 18 to 95. “More than half were first-time entrants. If you were […]
US, Nigeria conduct joint airstrikes on IS-linked militants in Sokoto
The United States has launched airstrikes against Islamic State–linked militants operating in north-western Nigeria, in an operation Nigerian authorities say was jointly planned and approved by the Federal Government. The strikes, which took place late on Christmas Day, targeted militant camps in Sokoto State close to the border with Niger. US and Nigerian officials confirmed […]