The spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi, has clarified that proposals for the creation of 31 new states are not resolutions of parliament. During Thursday’s plenary, Benjamin Kalu, deputy speaker of the House and chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, revealed that the lower legislative chamber had received proposals for new state creations. …
Mexican club Monterrey secures Spanish legend Sergio Ramos on a free transfer
Spanish football veteran Sergio Ramos has officially joined Liga MX club Monterrey on a free transfer, signing a two-year contract with the Mexican side. The 38-year-old defender, who left Sevilla at the end of the 2023-24 season, brings a wealth of experience to Monterrey, currently placed 10th in the league standings. Ramos, Spain’s most-capped …
We cannot go back to more deaths – UN chief António Guterres calls for full Gaza ceasefire
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged the international community to continue pushing for a full ceasefire and the release of all hostages in Gaza. He made this call during a session of the UN Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People on Friday, February 7, which met to elect a …
Reps’ proposal of 31 new states ironic and comical — Shehu Sani
Former Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central in the National Assembly, has criticized the proposal for the creation of 31 additional states in Nigeria. The proposal, presented on Thursday, February 6, by the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, was disclosed during a plenary session presided over by Deputy …
“You can’t hold their attention for more than 3 hours… they want to do skits” VP’s aide Tope Fasau says 9 – 5 work is dead for young people
Tope Fasau, the Special Adviser on Economic Affairs in the Office of the Vice President, has called for the abolition of the traditional 9-to-5 work structure. On Thursday, Feb. 6, while speaking at a town hall meeting, Mr Fasau argued that shorter working hours could help attract young Nigerians into public service and boost the …
Jessica Alba Files for Divorce from Cash Warren After Nearly 17 Years of Marriage
Jessica Alba has officially filed for divorce from her husband, Cash Warren, after nearly 17 years of marriage. The 43-year-old actress submitted the filing in Los Angeles County court on Friday, Feb. 7, citing irreconcilable differences. According to court documents, their date of separation was listed as Dec. 27, 2024. Alba and Warren, 46, tied …
Photos from Iyabo Ojo’s daughter, Priscilla’s wedding to Tanzanian singer
Priscilla Ojo, the daughter of actress Iyabo Ojo, got married to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux on Friday Feb. 7, in Tanzania. The couple had a Muslim wedding ceremony, in line with Juma’s religion. Iyabo Ojo was at the wedding, alongside popular influencer, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, who is one of Priscilla’s best friends. The couple will …
Kris Jenner selling ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ mansion for $13.5m
One of pop culture’s most iconic homes is now up for sale as Kris Jenner lists the mansion made famous on Keeping Up With the Kardashians for $13.5 million. The Hidden Hills estate, spanning 8,860 square feet with six bedrooms, became a central feature of the hit reality TV series. Fans will instantly recognize the …
New Time Magazine cover shows Elon Musk behind Resolute Desk as US President
A new cover of Time magazine features billionaire Elon Musk behind the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office at the White House. The photo illustration teased a cover story titled “Inside Elon Musk’s War on Washington,” which chronicles his efforts to implement massive government reforms during President Trump’s first weeks in office. Musk, the new …
Most fake number plates used for crime bear presidency, NANS tag s — FRSC
The Lagos State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Kehinde Hamzat, has stated that most fake number plates used to perpetuate evils in the country bear the tags of respected institutions such as the presidency, Nigerian Youth Council (NYC) and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). According to him, FRSC officials have …