Dangote files fresh petition with EFCC against ex-NMDPRA boss over alleged corruption
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, has formally filed a fresh corruption petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Farouk Ahmed, the immediate past Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Dangote Group’s media […]
Rivers assembly rules out political deal, presses ahead with Governor Fubara’s impeachment
The Rivers State House of Assembly has ruled out any political compromise in the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh, insisting that the process will be pursued strictly in line with the law. The lawmakers said the decision reflects their resolve to uphold constitutional responsibilities, despite mounting calls for […]
Wizkid becomes first African artist to surpass 10 billion Spotify streams
Nigerian music star Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, widely known as Wizkid, has set a new record in African music history after becoming the first artist from the continent to cross 10 billion total streams on Spotify. The milestone, confirmed in January 2026, places the Afrobeats heavyweight at the top of Africa’s most-streamed artists on the global […]
Jarvis speaks out on mother’s illness, social media pressures
TikTok influencer Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis, has opened up about her mother’s serious health condition, revealing that her family is facing challenges that cannot be resolved with financial resources. Speaking in a viral video, Jarvis highlighted the toll of public scrutiny and the pressures of social media, explaining that faith and hope […]
Tinubu condoles with Chimamanda Adichie over death of her son
President Bola Tinubu has condoled with award-winning writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie over the death of one of her toddler twins. In his condolence message on X (formerly Twitter), while empathising with Adichie’s family, President Tinubu stated that “no grief is as devastating as losing a child.” The BBC recently reported the death of Adichie’s 21-month-old […]
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 […]