Abia Deputy Speaker calls for investigation as hoodlums behead couple in Bende

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu has condemned the killing of a couple, Jacob Udo and his wife, Comfort Udo, describing it as horrific and senseless. The couple until their brutal death, resided in the Isiala Autonomous Community in the metropolis of Bende local government area of Abia State but originally …

‘VeryDarkMan currently learning the hard way for criticising Lord’s Chosen’ – Muoka

The founder of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries, Lazarus Muoka has claimed that popular social media critic, VeryDarkMan is currently learning in a hard way over his negative remarks about his church. VeryDarkMan on Monday appeared before the House of Representatives joint committee on financial crimes and reformatory institutions investigating the alleged audio of …

Gov. Fubara declares Thursday, Friday public holidays

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4, 2024, as public holidays to allow residents to travel to their communities for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, October 5, News360 Nigeria reports. In addition to the public holidays, Governor Fubara also announced a strict restriction on vehicular …

Meta launches new content monetization program for Facebook

Meta has launched its Content Monetization beta program for Facebook, aimed at enhancing the earning potential of content creators. This initiative, announced on Wednesday, October 2, brings together three key monetization tools: In-stream ads, Ads on Reels, and the Performance bonus. With this program, creators can monetize a wider variety of content types, including Reels, …

Gov. Adeleke threatens N5bn defamation suit against Osun APC

The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday, threatened a N5bn defamation lawsuit against the opposition All Progressives Congress in the state. The threat followed an alarm by the APC that a certain chieftain of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State was plotting a violent attack ahead of the 2026 governorship election in …

BBNaija S9: Funke Akindele accepts Wanni’s request to join production team

Famous Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has accepted Big Brother Naija’s ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Wanni’s request to join her movie production team. Wanni on Wednesday, during a conversation with other housemates on the ongoing season 9 edition of the show, expressed interest in the role. She said, “Me, I want to be in Funke Akindele’s …

60 dead, others missing as boat carrying more than 300 people capsize in Niger State

At least 60 bodies have been recovered following a tragic boat accident on the Gbajibo River in Niger State where a vessel carrying approximately 300 passengers capsized. The incident occurred last night near Mokwa Local Government Area as the boat travelled from Mundi to Gbajibo for the annual Maulud celebration. According to Abubakar Dakani, Press …