Eighteen political parties have signed a peace accord in Ondo State, pledging to promote a peaceful gubernatorial election and accept the results of the upcoming polls, provided they are deemed free and fair. This significant development aims to ensure a violence-free electoral process. General Abdulsalam Abubakar, the chairman of the National Peace Committee, urged candidates …
Rudeboy accuses twin brother Mr. P of song theft
Popular singer and half of PSquare, Paul Okoye, aka Rudeboy, has called out his twin brother and former bandmate, Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, and his producer over an alleged song theft. Mr P recently released a song titled ‘Winning’ following the group’s third breakup earlier this year. However, in an Instagram post, Rudeboy alleged …
Protest rocks Abuja over mass demolitions by FCT Minister Wike
Residents of Ruga, a settlement along Airport Road, Abuja, took to the streets on Friday to protest the demolition of their homes by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Wike had previously ordered a task force, “Operation Sweep,” to demolish Ruga and other communities within the nation’s capital to clear the city of perceived nuisances and criminal …
Nigeria to host international airshow in 2025
The Federal Government has announced plans to host Nigeria’s first-ever international airshow in Lagos next year. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, made the announcement during a press conference at his office in Abuja on Thursday. Keyamo stated that the show will bring together visionaries, experts, and pioneers to unlock new opportunities …
Gov. Otti renames Abia poly after ex-governor, Ogbonnaya Onu
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has renamed Abia State Polytechnic Aba after the first Executive Governor of Abia State, the late Dr Ogbonnaya Onu. Gov. Otti disclosed this during an interdenominational church service in honour of the departed statesman on Thursday in Umuahia, the state capital. The polytechnic was established in 1992 during Onu’s tenure …
We’re fully prepared for Ondo election -INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has declared its readiness to conduct a free, fair, and credible election in the next Saturday’s Ondo State governorship election. INEC chairman, Mahmood Yakubu gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting with all 17 governorship candidates. He said that the commission will deploy BVAS machines for voter accreditation at …
Nigerian Govt introduces free cesarean section nationwide to reduce maternal mortality rate
The Nigerian government has launched a nationwide initiative offering free cesarean sections to help reduce the country’s alarming maternal mortality rates. Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at the Joint Annual Review (JAR). According to Pate, the initiative will serve as a vital platform for …
Most wanted Nigerian man on FBI cyber’s list sentenced to imprisonment in US
A 41-year-old Nigerian national, Alex Ogunshakin, has been sentenced in federal court in Omaha, Nebraska, the United States for stealing more than $6 million in a wire fraud scheme that victimized two businesses. United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Senior US District John M. Gerrard sentenced Ogunshakin to a total of 45 months’ imprisonment …
Donald Trump: Biden promises peaceful, orderly transition
United States President Joe Biden has promised to ensure peaceful and orderly transition to the President-elect, Donald Trump. Biden stated this on Thursday while addressing Americans for the first time since Trump won Tuesday’s election. According to the President, he called Trump and assured him that his administration will work with his team to ensure …
BBNaija Angel speaks on finding love again
Big Brother Naija reality star, Angel Smith has hinted that her relationship with her colleague, Soma, has hit the rocks. The reality star shared a cryptic post hours after Soma’s ex-girlfriend, Hilda Dirisu, came out to accuse him of physically abusing her and attempting to rekindle their relationship despite being involved with Angel. She insinuated …