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Kenny Okolugbo Resigns as Akpabio’s Media Aide
Kenny Okolugbo, Consultant on Communications and Strategy to the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has resigned, ending his tenure on the Senate President’s media team. Okolugbo communicated his decision in a letter that was addressed to the President of the Senate through his Chief of Staff, Chinedu Akubueze, citing “business and family commitments” […]
FG Moves to Shut Down Terrorists’ Social Media Accounts
The Federal Government has announced that the Nigerian security agencies are collaborating with major social media companies to identify and ban accounts used by terrorist and criminal groups to promote their activities and raise funds. The Director-General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka disclosed this while speaking at an end-of-year briefing in […]
Call of Duty Co-Creator Vince Zampella Dies at 55 After Highway Crash
Vince Zampella, the co-creator of the Call of Duty video game franchise, has died at the age of 55 following a single-vehicle crash on a Los Angeles highway. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), for reasons still under investigation, the Ferrari he was in veered off the roadway, struck a concrete barrier, and became […]
Six Rivers PDP Reps Defect to APC
Six members of the House of Representatives, serving under the Peoples Democratic Party, have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to the unresolved leadership crisis in the PDP. The members are Hon Dum Dekor, Hon Solomon Bob, Hon Hart Cyril Godwin, Hon Engr Victor Obuzor, Hon Blessing Amadi, and Hon Felix Nweke. Their letters […]
NSCDC Prepares For Christmas, New Year Festivities, Deploys 55,000 Operatives Nationwide
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 55,000 operatives across the country, as part of moves to safeguard citizens and protect critical national assets during the yuletide celebrations. The deployment, ordered by the Commandant General of the Corps, Ahmed Audi, is targeted at maintaining peace and order throughout the festive period. Audi […]
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 […]