Tinubu donates entire presidential salaries to Armed Forces welfare fund for injured soldiers
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has established a dedicated welfare fund for members of the Armed Forces, pledging to channel all his salaries since assuming office in May 2023 into the initiative as seed funding to support wounded personnel and families of fallen heroes. The president announced the initiative on Monday during activities marking his 74th […]
PDP convention to hold as planned, Wike vows party will ‘shock Nigerians’ in 2027
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will proceed with its national convention as scheduled, dismissing concerns over internal disputes and ongoing legal challenges. He also expressed confidence that the party would surprise Nigerians with its performance in the 2027 general elections despite its current […]
Turaki group breaks with Makinde, aligns with Wike-backed PDP leadership
The Taminu Turaki political group has shifted its allegiance away from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, opting instead to support the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) led by Abdulrahman Mohammed and backed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The decision marks a major development in the party’s ongoing internal reconciliation […]
CBN sets May 1 deadline for IMTOs to adopt naira settlement accounts
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), to route diaspora remittances strictly through designated naira settlement accounts held with authorised dealer banks, as part of renewed efforts to strengthen transparency and liquidity in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market. The new directive, which takes effect from May 1, 2026, is […]
Governor Soludo backs Tinubu for 2027 election, rules out APGA candidate
Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has declared his intention to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in securing a second term in the 2027 presidential election, stating that his position is firm and without apology. The governor made this known shortly after commencing his second term in office, emphasising that his decision is rooted in […]
Dancing as a movie promotion tool not effective, Says Jide Kosoko
Veteran Nigerian actor Jide Kosoko has expressed cautious approval for unconventional promotional tactics, such as dancing, to market films in Nigeria, noting that while the method may not be ideal, it has proven effective in capturing audience attention. Speaking on the TVC Breakfast Show on Friday, Kosoko acknowledged that these strategies have yielded significant results […]
My character name has been trademarked, says actor Pa James
Actor Kehinde Olasehinde, popularly known as Pa James, has recounted his journey on the long-running TV series Papa Ajasco and Company, describing how the show propelled him to fame and financial independence. Speaking on his career, Pa James revealed that his role on the series not only gave him widespread recognition but also allowed him […]
Peller denies wrongdoing in Benin palace controversy, N395m lawsuit
Popular TikTok creator and livestreamer, Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, widely known as Peller, has responded to two major controversies involving an unauthorised visit to the palace of the Oba Ewuare II and a N395 million lawsuit, insisting he bears no personal responsibility in both cases. The social media personality clarified that his presence at the Benin […]
Papa Ajasco’s ‘broke’ claim false, misleading —Wale Adenuga
Veteran Nigerian filmmaker and media executive, Wale Adenuga, has dismissed claims by actor Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, that he is financially broke, describing the assertion as false, misleading, and unsupported by facts. Adenuga, who is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Wale Adenuga Productions, made the clarification in a statement issued on […]
Woman sues TikToker Peller, demands N395m over viral lounge video
A Lagos-based woman, Osarobo Odigie, has commenced legal proceedings against popular TikTok content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, demanding N395 million in damages over alleged defamation, cyber harassment, and invasion of privacy linked to a viral incident at a Lekki lounge. In a pre-action letter dated March 10, 2026, her legal representatives outlined […]