INEC declared Bright as the winner of the Enugu rerun election in a statement by its spokesperson, Sam Olumekun. The Enugu South Urban Constituency rerun was held on 16 August 2025, the fourth attempt the court-ordered exercise was to happen. The election, which was ordered after the 2023 election was nullified in eight polling units, […]
In a statement issued in Ibadan on Wednesday to mark the 2025 Isese Day celebration, ICIR President, Fayemi Fakayode, said such recognition would ensure fairness for adherents of traditional religion across Nigeria. Currently, Oyo, Lagos, Ogun, and Osun states have declared August 20 a public holiday in honour of Isese, a day set aside to […]
Ooni described the 48 hours ultimatum by the Alaafin of Oyo to withdraw the Okanlomo of Yorubaland Chieftaincy title conferred on an Ibadan-based businessman, Dotun Sanusi as empty threats of a dead empire. The Alaafin had issued a 48 hours ultimatum to the Ooni of Ife to withdraw the Chieftaincy title.Owoade said the decision of […]
He expressed his condemnation in a statement on his social media page. This comes as a senior advocate of Nigeria, Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, had on Monday raised an alarm over the development. Akinboro described the situation as illegal and an attempt to truncate the independence of the country’s legal profession. Reacting, Sowore decried the collapse […]
Speaking in a recent interview, Iyke said boys need firm guidance from their fathers to become strong and independent, rather than being shielded from life’s challenges. “A woman can’t raise a man. You can’t, you’re not built for it. A single mother cannot raise a man properly. “You need a male influence, go get your […]
In an announcement via its official X handle, INEC revealed that eligible Nigerians can now begin their registration online through the portal www.cvr.inecnigeria.org. This phase precedes the physical registration exercise, which will soon follow. According to the commission, in-person registration will be available at all 37 state offices and the 774 local government area (LGA) […]
The NLC recently accused the government of diverting 40% of workers’ compensation contributions to the national treasury funds meant to provide financial support to employees affected by workplace injuries, illness, or death. The union demanded an immediate refund and full reconstitution of the National Pension Commission (PenCom) board, warning of possible nationwide strike action. NSITF […]
The 44-year-old man, who arrived at Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar es Salaam complaining of pus discharge from his right nipple, was shocked to learn through an X-ray that he has been living with a large knife in his chest since a violent altercation eight years ago. According to the case study published in the […]
The monarch reportedly died on Saturday night in a London hospital after a brief illness. His death was confirmed in a statement on Sunday by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Garba Umar-Dutsinmari. The late Emir is survived by four wives and seven children. In a condolence message, the Kebbi State Government described […]
In a statement released by the Governor, he described the incident as “unfortunate” but expressed gratitude that no lives were lost. He urged Ayefele, whom he referred to as his brother and friend, to stay strong, assuring him that “this too shall pass and Fresh FM will bounce back.” Meanwhile, the management of Fresh FM […]