The Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, today August 24, gave out his daughter, Keziah’s hand in marriage to her man, Bitrus Josiah, in a ceremony that took place in Jalingo, the state capital. Present at the wedding ceremony were Vice President Kashim Shettima, former President Goodluck Jonathan, and governors from the Peoples Democratic Party. Other …
Dubai-based influencer’s girlfriend called him out over alleged domestic abuse
Nigerian influencer based in Dubai, UAE, has been called out by his girlfriend, one Precious Chisom, over alleged domestic abuse. Speaking with Instablog9ja, she said: “I recently ended our two-year relationship due to incessant physical and emotional abuse from him. Kenny responded by going after my younger sister that lives with me. He had said …
Billionaires daughter DJ Cuppy gets baptized as she gives her life to Christ
Florence Otedola, AKA DJ Cuppy, a popular disc jockey and daughter of Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola, has given her life to Christ. Cuppy dedicated her life to God at Holy Trinity Brompton in London. Speaking about her salvation, she said it was the best decision of her life. She shared the trending pictures of her …
EFCC arrests Abuja billionaire over alleged internet fraud, money laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a billionaire, Hyginus Nkwocha, for alleged internet fraud and money laundering in Abuja.The Commission’s spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said in a statement on Thursday in Abuja, that Nkwocha was arrested on Wednesday. “Nkwocha, 35, was arrested at Evergreen Estate, Lugbe, Abuja, following intelligence about his suspected involvement …
Police apprehend 123 suspects in Enugu
The Enugu State Police Command announced on Thursday that it had apprehended a total of 123 suspects between July and August of this year. The arrests were made in connection with various crimes, including murder, armed robbery, kidnapping, rape, vandalism, theft, illegal possession of firearms and ammunition, and cultism. During a press conference at the …
Gbajabiamila says 2025 budget will be based on needs assessment
The Federal Government has announced its intention to allocate funds in the 2025 budget based on a comprehensive needs assessment, with a focus on prioritizing essential projects and agencies. This approach aims to ensure that funding is directed towards actual requirements, optimizing the use of limited resources. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the …
Hold Davido responsible if anything happen to me – Dammy Krane cries out
Popular Nigerian singer, Dammy Krane has accused Davido of arresting him for defamation. Dammy Krane, in a series of posts on his X handle, said he had been illegally arrested by police on Davido’s instructions. Following his arrest, he also alleged plans to frame him for crypto scams. Lamenting, Dammy Krane asked netizens to hold …
ASUU strike: Union gives govt 21 days ultimatum
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has given the federal and state governments a fresh 21-day ultimatum to meet its demands or it will commence a nationwide strike. ASUU asked the governments to address all the “outstanding issues” hindering the development of the nation’s universities which led to a strike in 2022. The ASUU National …
Nigerians react as FG increases price of international passport
The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Immigration Service – the national agency mandated to issue passports to applicants, on Wednesday, announced that the upward review of the passport fees was necessary to maintain its quality and integrity. The increased fee, effective from September 1, 2024, will cost N50,000 for a 32-page passport booklet with five-year …