APGA defends Soludo’s N1m reward scheme, denies vote-buying ahead of Anambra guber poll
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has defended Anambra State governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, following backlash over his recent announcement of a cash reward scheme for party wards ahead of the November 8 governorship election. Governor Soludo, who is also the APGA candidate in the upcoming election, had during a campaign rally in Umunze, Orumba […]
Ned Nwoko defends polygamy amid alleged marital crisis with Regina Daniels
Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North in the National Assembly, has stirred public debate after declaring that he feels sorry for men married to only one wife, arguing that polygamy provides men with greater balance and stability. Nwoko made the remark during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Sunday. The senator, known […]
Obasanjo, family honour late Stella at 20th memorial service in Abeokuta
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, alongside his family members, friends, and associates, gathered in Abeokuta on Saturday to commemorate the 20th memorial service of his late wife and former First Lady, Stella Obasanjo. The thanksgiving service, which took place at the Chapel of Christ the Glorious King, within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), was marked […]
Uzor Arukwe urges women to build themselves before expecting wealthy partners
Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has once again stirred conversations on social media after sharing a message encouraging single women to prioritise personal and financial independence before seeking a wealthy or supportive partner. The actor, who has become one of the industry’s most thoughtful voices, made the remark while responding to the online buzz surrounding his […]
Yemi Alade says lying about her age led her to depression
Nigerian Afrobeat star Yemi Alade has revealed that falsifying her age for three years took a toll on her mental health, admitting that the experience led her into a brief period of depression. The singer made the confession during a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. She recounted how she spent several years claiming […]
Obasanjo reveals why he rejected El-Rufai as his successor
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed why he turned down a suggestion to make former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, his successor, saying the ex-minister “needed to mature” before assuming such a high office. Obasanjo made the revelation in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, during a leadership symposium where former Minister of Aviation, […]
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyers withdraw from terrorism case
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and lead counsel to the detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Kanu Agabi (SAN), has officially withdrawn from the ongoing terrorism trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja. During Thursday’s court session, Agabi informed Justice James Omotosho that Kanu had opted to personally handle his own defence, indicating that the […]
Tinubu swears in Amupitan as INEC chair, urges him to uphold electoral credibility
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday swore in Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), marking the formal start of his tenure as the nation’s chief electoral officer. The ceremony took place at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, shortly before the commencement of […]
Adégòkè concludes residencies in Germany
Nigerian playwright and literary critic Tọ́pẹ́-ẸniỌbańkẹ́ Adégòkè has concluded two creative residencies in Germany, one at Theater Koblenz in the historic city of Koblenz and another with the Sylt Foundation on the windswept island of Sylt (Westerland). Adégòkè, known for his experimental approach to drama and sharp critical voice, described the experience as a rare […]
Nkechi Blessing joins ‘Dress Like Your Miracle’ Challenge, prays for women, mothers
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Nkechi Blessing Sunday has become the latest public figure to join the viral Hallelujah Challenge, stirring emotional reactions after she offered a moving prayer for women believing God for the gift of motherhood. The popular actress shared photos of herself wearing a symbolic baby bump as part of the theme “Dress […]