SGF George Akume weds former Ooni of Ife Queen Zaynab
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has taken a new wife, Queen Zaynab Ngohemba, who was previously married to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. News of the marriage emerged on Friday following a celebratory post on Facebook by a member of the Dajoh family, Abraham Double-d […]
Davido tips Asake, Rema, Omah Lay as next generation afrobeats stars
Afrobeats superstar Davido has identified Asake, Rema and Omah Lay as the male artistes he believes are best positioned to become the next generation of stars in Nigerian music. The award-winning singer made the remarks on Wednesday during an appearance on a Twitch livestream hosted by comedian and content creator Carter Efe. Clips from the […]
Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences
Nigeria’s Federal Government has imposed an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products, revoking all previously issued licences and permits. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas-Lawal, during the 18th meeting of the National Council on Environment held in Katsina State. According to the minister, […]
DR Congo warns Nigeria against “Backdoor” World Cup qualification amid player eligibility dispute
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) football federation has cautioned Nigeria against attempting to secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup through administrative appeals after losing to the Leopards in the intercontinental playoff. The warning came in response to a formal petition filed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), challenging the eligibility […]
US imposes broad visa restrictions on Nigerians amid security, overstay concerns
The United States government has imposed new travel restrictions on Nigerian nationals, barring entry under several immigrant and non-immigrant visa categories, citing security risks and high rates of visa overstays. The announcement, made via a presidential proclamation published on the White House website, targets visa types commonly issued to Nigerians, including B-1 (business), B-2 (tourism), […]
Police to resume enforcement of tinted glass permit next year January
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced that it will resume the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy beginning from 2nd January 2026, pending the final determination of a matter currently before the courts. The decision follows a careful review of emerging security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of all citizens. […]
Buhari’s legacy: Restraint, security, and leadership decisions revealed in new biography
Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s disciplined approach to leadership and political succession is at the centre of revelations in a new biography, ‘From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari’. The book highlights how Buhari’s prudence, strategic foresight, and adherence to institutional norms shaped the political landscape of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Authored by […]
Tonto Dikeh opens up on 27-year battle with addiction, personal struggles
Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has publicly shared her journey of overcoming decades-long personal struggles with smoking, alcohol, masturbation, and uncontrolled anger during a Sunday service at Streams of Joy International Church in Abuja. Speaking during the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations service, led by Pastor Jerry Eze, Dikeh described her testimony as […]
Supreme Court affirms president’s power to declare emergency, suspend elected officials
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has confirmed that the president has constitutional authority to declare a state of emergency in any state to avert the collapse of law and order or prevent descent into disorder. The apex court also ruled that, within such a period, the president may suspend elected officials, provided the suspension is […]
Bayelsa mourns Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo following sudden death
Bayelsa State has been plunged into mourning after the sudden death of its 60-year-old deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who collapsed in his office on Thursday, and later passed away at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa. In a statement issued on Friday, the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Mrs Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, […]