Written by The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has urged the Federal Government to declare a “national war” on insecurity, warning that the level of violence and loss of lives in Nigeria now mirrors that of nations in active conflict. Obi’s call follows reports that over 100 people were killed in … Continue reading “Peter Obi Urges War On Insecurity, Decries Soaring Casualties”
The Federal Government has called on the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to reconsider its decision to initiate a nationwide strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025. The dispute centres around the Dangote Group’s policy that allegedly restrains its employees from associating unions in the industry. The Minister of Labour and … Continue reading “FG Urges NUPENG To Shelve Strike, Holds Conciliation Meeting Monday”
Three housemates, Big Soso, Ivatar, and Doris, have been evicted from the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10, tagged ‘Ten Over Ten’. The trio eviction was announced during the live show on Sunday evening, marking the first time this season that three contestants have exited the house simultaneously. Their eviction followed a week of … Continue reading “Big Soso, Ivatar, Doris Evicted From BBNaija Season 10”
Loud boos — mixed with a smattering of cheers — greeted President Donald Trump on Sunday at the US Open tennis final in New York when he was shown on screen between games. Extra security checks due to Trump’s attendance caused huge lines outside the venue and the match between Jannik Sinner and Carlos … Continue reading “Trump Booed, Cheered By Spectators At US Open Tennis Final”
The 2023 governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has ruled out the possibility of aligning with the political structure of President Bola Tinubu to enable him to become the governor of Lagos State. Rhodes-Vivour said it would be a complete waste of time for him to do so. Asked whether he … Continue reading “2027: I Won’t Align With Tinubu To Become Lagos Gov, Says Rhodes-Vivour”
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has urged the Federal Government to step in and address Dangote Refinery owner Aliko Dangote’s alleged plan to compel newly hired drivers to sign contracts that bar them from joining established unions within the oil and gas sector. On Friday, NUPENG announced that its members would cease work … Continue reading “Falana Backs NUPENG, Tells FG To Call Dangote To Order”
A suspected vandal was electrocuted while attempting to tamper with a transformer at the Borno State University, Maiduguri. The lifeless body of the unidentified man was discovered near the transformer within the university premises on Sunday morning, September 7, 2025. The spokesperson of the command, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, who confirmed the incident in a statement said … Continue reading “Suspected transformer vandal electrocuted at Borno varsity”
Businesswoman, Ehi Ogbebor, has shared a video of her welcoming her US-based lover, Kenny, as he arrived Nigeria. Ehi who held flowers while she waited for her lover to arrive at the Lagos airport, shared a caption alongside her post, which read;A COCONUT head living her golden Life. Welcome to Nigeria my ODOGWU Perenren…welcoming you like … Continue reading “Businesswoman, Ehi Ogbebor, treats her US-based lover to a rousing welcome as he visits Nigeria”
Barcelona winger Raphinha has accused Disneyland Paris of racism after claiming a mascot deliberately ignored his young son while embracing white children. The Brazilian international, who is currently on duty with the national team, shared videos on social media that appeared to show his son, Gael, being overlooked during a character meet-and-greet at the park. In the … Continue reading “Barcelona star Raphinha accuses Disneyland of racism after ‘sdisgraceful incident involving his son”
A heavy downpour recorded in the Tudun Wada Local Government area of Kano State, has swept off a bridge, the Yaryasa Bridge, cutting off the state from other neighbouring states. Confirming this development to newsmen, the spokesperson for the Kano State Police Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna, stated that, due to the incident, commuters plying the affected … Continue reading “Heavy downpour destroys bridge in Kano”