Vice President Shettima urges Nigerians abroad to invest in reforms, assures robust engagement
Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians living abroad of stronger involvement in the policies and programmes of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, stressing that their contributions remain vital to the country’s transformation. Shettima gave the assurance during an interactive session with members of the Nigerian community in the United States on the sidelines of […]
Award-winning country singer Dolly Parton suspends concerts for scheduled multiple surgeries
Seventy-nine-year-old award-winning country singer Dolly Parton has postponed her Las Vegas concerts over health issues that require priority and multiple surgeries. The singer announced this on Sunday through her Instagram page, explaining that she has been facing health challenges that require her to undergo several medical procedures. “I want the fans and public to hear […]
Peter Obi clarifies “My dear brother” congratulatory message to Olubadan after backlash
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified his congratulatory message to the newly crowned Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, following strong criticism over his choice of words. The former Anambra governor had on Saturday extended warm wishes to the monarch after his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. However, his […]
CAN, others slam South African pastor whose fake prophecy wrecks lives
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the actions of South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela, whose failed prophecy that the rapture would take place between September 23 and 24, 2025, has left many of his followers in despair after they sold their possessions and abandoned jobs in anticipation of the end. Mhlakela had claimed […]
Tinubu hails Bishop Oyedepo at 71, lauds his contributions to education, nation-building
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners Chapel), on his 71st birthday, describing him as a towering figure of spiritual, educational, and philanthropic influence in Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]
Oba Ladoja renews call for Ibadan State on coronation day, urges Tinubu to act before 2027
The newly crowned 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has urged President Bola Tinubu to approve the creation of Ibadan State, reviving a decades-long agitation that has featured prominently in constitutional review debates. Speaking at his coronation on Friday at Mapo Hall, Ibadan, where he received the staff of office from Oyo State […]
Ladoja crowned 44th Olubadan
Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, was on Friday thrown into celebration as the former governor of the state, Rashidi Ladoja, was crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland in a ceremony steeped in tradition and attended by eminent Nigerians. The coronation, held at Mapo Hall, saw Governor Seyi Makinde present the staff and instrument of office […]
2Baba’s brother Charles celebrates mother at 70 with throwback photos
Charles Idibia, the younger brother of Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has celebrated their mother, Rose Idibia, as she clocked 70, sharing rare throwback photographs that sparked warm reactions online. Marking the milestone on Friday, Charles took to Instagram to post the vintage family images, accompanied by a short caption: “Mumsy […]
CBN raises alarm over rising cost of naira printing, warns against abuse
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned that persistent abuse and poor handling of the naira are inflating the cost of printing and replacing banknotes, with expenses on currency issuance hitting ₦315.18 billion in 2024. The figure represents a 306 per cent increase compared to ₦77.67 billion spent in 2023, according to data from […]
Priscilla Ojo, son receive lavish welcome in Tanzania from Juma Jux
Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has reunited with her husband, the Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, in a lavish homecoming that marked the one-month milestone of their newborn son, Rakeem Mkambala. The celebration, which took place in Tanzania, followed months of public interest in the couple’s union, the birth of their child in […]