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Anita Joseph Confirms Separation From Husband MC Fish
Nollywood actress, Anita Joseph, has officially announced the end of her marriage to Fisayo ‘MC Fish’ Michael. The actress disclosed the news via Instagram, putting to rest months of controversy about the state of their union, saying, “calling a spade a spade, my marriage is over”. Her declaration follows widespread rumours alleging the marriage’s collapse […]
Ooni of Ife Hosts Singer Asake, His Mum at Palace
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has hosted Afrobeats star Asake and his mother in a special visit to the ancient palace in Ile-Ife. The Monarch disclosed this in a video shared on his official X account, declaring the ‘Lonely At The Top’ hitmaker “my son,” while celebrating his global achievements and Yoruba roots. The footage captured […]
K1 Exits Awujale Race, Formally Withdraws Court Case
Prominent Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall (KWAM 1), has officially withdrawn from the Awujale of Ijebuland race, filing a notice at the Ogun State High Court to terminate his legal challenge against the selection process. The notice, filed by his legal team led by Wahab Shittu, SAN, brings to a close his controversial bid […]
NBA Calls for Investigation, Seeks Suspension of Controversial Tax Reform Laws
The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has kicked against controversies surrounding the recently enacted Tax Reform Acts, warning that the issues cast serious doubt on the integrity and transparency of Nigeria’s lawmaking process. In a statement, NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, said the developments threaten the sanctity of constitutional governance and undermine confidence in the […]
Electricity Returns to 33 Abia Communities After Nine Years
Abia State Government has restored electricity to 33 communities in Ukwa West Local Government Area, ending a nine-year blackout and neglect in the oil-rich communities. The Power Restoration Project was executed by the state Government through the Abia State Oil Producing Area Development Commission, under the supervision of the Abia State Ministry of Power and […]
New Tax Laws Will Take Effect January 1 – FG
The Federal Government has insisted that the implementation of the newly enacted tax laws will take effect from January 1, insisting that there has been no change to the version signed into law. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, clarified in Abuja amid public controversy over reports that the gazetted copy of […]
NSA Relays Tinubu’s Satisfaction, Says President Happy with Rivers Governor
National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has paid a visit to Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, delivering President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s message of satisfaction with the governor’s approach to leadership and governance. Ribadu led a high-powered presidential delegation that included the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi; the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal; and senior […]
Court Reopens Terrorism Case Linked to Bello Turji
The Federal High Court in Abuja has reopened a terrorism charge filed by the Federal Government against five suspects linked to notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. Justice Emeka Nwite granted an application by the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) to relist the charge after it was struck out on July 8 for lack of diligent […]
U.S. Recalls Ambassadors From Nigeria, 29 Countries Under Trump Directive
The administration of US President Donald Trump has recalled nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and senior embassy postings worldwide, including the US ambassador to Nigeria, as part of efforts to realign American diplomacy with its “America First” agenda. The recalls, confirmed by the Associated Press, involve chiefs of mission in at least 29 countries who […]
Oyedele Clarifies Controversy Over Alleged Changes to Tax Laws
Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has warned that failure to implement Nigeria’s new tax laws by January 1, 2026, would leave most Nigerians worse off. Speaking on national television, Oyedele said about 98 per cent of workers would continue to suffer multiple taxation if the reforms are delayed. According […]