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Cobhams Asuquo Criticizes Grammys Over Treatment of Nigerian Artistes
Popular singer and music producer, Cobhams Asuquo, has kicked against the Grammy Awards following the failure of Nigerian artistes to secure any wins at the 68th edition of the global music ceremony. Reacting in a video shared online, Asuquo suggested that the Grammys benefit economically and culturally from the growing presence of Nigerian music without […]
Federal Government Allocates ₦2.45tn To States, FCT For Infrastructure, Security
The Federal Government said it allocated ₦2.45 trillion to the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) between March 2024 and August 2025 to support infrastructure development and security interventions nationwide. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, disclosed this in a post on his verified X […]
Nigerian Fashion Designer Veekee James, Husband Expecting Arrival of First Child
Popular Nigerian fashion designer, Ruth Erikan James, also known as Veekee James, and husband, Femi Atere has announced that they are expecting the arrival of their first child. Veekee James shared the good news on her Instagram page, “And two shall become 3. Indeed, this is what only GOD can do,” she captioned the post. […]
NECO Announces 2025 SSCE External Results, Records 71.63% Pass Rate
The National Examinations Council (NECO) said it has released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for external candidates, with 71.63 per cent of them achieving five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics. The Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, Danlami Wushishi, disclosed that a total of 96,979 candidates registered […]
J.O Araba: A Game-Changer in Juju, Highlife Music
In the history of Juju music, Abdulkabir Babatunde King, widely known as Tunde King, should not be less referred to by Juju legendary singers as Ẹni a bá bá lábà ni Baba, for his immense contribution and efforts to the creation of Juju music, which has given birth to numerous popular singers of the same […]
Court Nullifies PDP National Convention
The Federal High Court in Ibadan has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party National Convention held on November 15, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The court also barred Kabiru Turaki and others from presenting themselves as national officers of the party, dealing a significant blow to the faction that emerged from the convention. Despite internal disputes […]
Court Grants Actress Angela Okorie N5m Bail Over Cyberstalking Charges
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, bail in the sum of N5m over a seven-count charge bordering on alleged cyberstalking, threats, and harassment. Okorie is being prosecuted under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act following allegations that she transmitted offensive and threatening messages through her social media platforms. According […]
Heavy Gunfire Erupts Near Niger Capital’s International Airport
Heavy gunfire and explosions has erupted near the international airport in Niger’s capital Niamey before halting within hours. Videos filmed by residents of the area showed streaks of light in the sky with the sound of loud explosions, while other images showed flames several metres high and charred cars. According to residents of a neighbourhood […]
Are Side Hustles Becoming a Bigger Problem?
In this era, it is uncommon to meet a ‘9-5’ worker who doesn’t have an alernate source of income bringing them extra income; the street would call it ‘side hustle’. Everywhere you look, someone somewhere is selling a course, managing a social media account of a marketing agency, creating content, running a small business from […]
Teachers Without Honour and the Silent Crisis in Nigeria’s Classrooms
Teachers are usually described as the backbone of any nation. In Nigeria, they are treated more like a second thought. While politicians praise education in words and budget announcements, the reality inside Nigeria’s classrooms tells a different story of neglect, underpayment, and dying self-respect. Many teachers across the country earn wages that cannot sustain a […]