ADC slams FG over silence on US arrest of Venezuela’s Maduro
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government over its continued silence following the arrest of Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro, by the United States, describing Nigeria’s lack of response as embarrassing and unbefitting of its status as a leading African nation. The opposition party said the development, which has drawn global reactions, presents […]
Wike’s aide dismisses APC national secretary’s comments, say minister has greater influence in Osun
The Senior Special Assistant on public communication and social media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has taken a swipe at the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, declaring that Wike wields more political influence in Osun State than the former senator. Olayinka’s remarks come […]
Super Eagles cruise into AFCON quarter-finals with 4–0 rout of Mozambique
The Super Eagles of Nigeria booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-finals following a dominant 4–0 victory over Mozambique in their round of 16 clash on Monday at the Sports Complex Stadium in Fès, Morocco. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 20th minute, before Victor Osimhen doubled […]
APC national secretary tells Wike to resign, accuses him of destabilising party in Rivers
Tensions have escalated within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over Rivers State politics, with National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru calling on Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to resign from his federal appointment. Basiru accused Wike of using his ministerial position to interfere in the party’s internal affairs and to destabilise […]
“I got closer to God,” Chess Master Tunde Onakoya says as he rolls out 2025 achievements
Chess champion and social entrepreneur, Tunde Onakoya, has rounded off 2025 with a string of global milestones, partnerships, and awards, consolidating his growing influence in education, sports and social impact through his organisation, Chess in Slums Africa. Onakoya, a national chess master and founder of the non-profit organisation, Chess in Slums Africa, disclosed the achievements […]
“I love and care about him,” DJ Cuppy says of Anthony Joshua following his auto accident
International DJ and philanthropist Florence Otedola, popularly known as Cuppy, has recently used her LinkedIn platform to highlight the importance of expressing love and appreciation to friends. DJ Cuppy stated this while reflecting on personal experiences that marked the end of 2025 and the auto accident the British boxer Anthony Joshua was recently involved in. […]
Tinubu orders urgent hunt for Kasuwan Daji attackers, demands rescue of abducted victims
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the military, police, and the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down the terrorists responsible for the recent attack on Kasuwan Daji in Niger State and to urgently rescue all abducted victims. The President issued the directive on Sunday, tasking the Minister of Defence, Chief of Defence Staff, […]
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 […]