Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Tuesday approved the appointment of Mrs Titilayo Olayinka as the new Accountant General of the state. The Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, said in a statement in Ado Ekiti that the appointment, which took effect immediately, came barely 24 hours after…
The management and legal team of Nigerian dancer and socialite, Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, have said claims linking him to alleged drink spiking are not part of the allegations or charges before a court in the United Kingdom. The management made the clarification in a statement issued on Tuesday amid on…
The National Democratic Congress candidate for Lagos Central Senatorial District, Ladipo Johnson, has warned that parts of Lagos could be submerged within the next two to three decades if the state fails to urgently address flooding, drainage blockage and indiscriminate land reclamation. Johnson said this on Tuesday wh…
Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, intervened on Tuesday to prevent police officers from arresting Abdulazeez Adegbola, better known as Tani Olohun, an advocate of Isese, the indigenous Yoruba faith, in Ibadan, Oyo State. Videos circulating online and posted on Tani Olohun’s Faceb…
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Cross River State, Arthur-Javis Archibong, has accepted Governor Bassey Otu’s challenge to a public debate. Archibong said he was ready to engage Otu in an open debate at any time and venue chosen by the governor, provided Otu w…
Outrage after video shows mother fl0gging toddler during birthday photo shoot goes viral A viral video showing a mother fl0gging her toddler during a birthday photo session has sparked widespread outrage online, with many calling for her immediate arrest. The incident occurred after the mother had booked a studio sessi…
Isreal DMW takes subtle dig at Edo state govt as he shares video showing state of roads in the state Singer, Davido's logistics manager, Isreal DMW has taken a jab at the Edo State government by sharing videos highlighting the poor condition of major roads across the state capital. The post which was shared on Instagra…
President Bola Tinubu has directed an immediate rescue operation into the recent mass abduction of victims in Niger State. This was disclosed by the president’s Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a State House release on Tuesday. Tinubu described the attackers as “enemies of peace and enemies o…
Social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has cleared the air over the reason for his invitation to the ongoing 2026 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association. VeryDarkMan stated this on Tuesday while he spoke as a panellist at the conference in Port Harcourt, the Rivers Stat…
"I love being a foreigner in Nigeria, it comes with a lot of love and respect" - Pakistani man shares experience of living in Nigeria A Pakistani man based in Nigeria has shared his experience of living in the country, praising Nigerians for the warm reception and respect he has received as a foreigner. In a video shar…
Woman reveals she still struggles to forgive her 15-year-old son after he accidentally caused the d3ath of his two-month-old sibling at age six A woman has shared the painful story of how her then six-year-old son accidentally caused the d3ath of his two-month-old sibling. According to her, the incident happened when t…
8-year-old boy overwhelmed with joy as his classmates threw him his first-ever 'birthday party' An eight-year-old boy, Angel David, has warmed the hearts of many following his reaction to his first-ever birthday celebration organised by his classmates. In a video that has now gone viral, Ángel David's classmates could …
Nollywood actress, Ronke Ojo, popularly known as Ronke Oshodi-Oke, has said she supports politicians for money, urging people not to insult or criticise her if they see her around political figures. The actress made this known in an interview with African A-List uploaded on Sunday on YouTube and seen byPUNCH Online on …
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have dismantled an alleged baby factory in the Mowe area of the state, rescuing two pregnant women and four children. The command also said it arrested six suspects in connection with the incident. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this i…
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has called for greater unity within the body of Christ to enable it to fulfil its divine purpose in the state and the country at large. Diri made the call on Tuesday at the inauguration of the new State Executive Council of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Bayelsa Chapte…
Stop calling yourself a second wife when the man hasn't legally divorced his first wife - Actress Rita Edochie Actress Rita Edochie, has pointed out that it is illegal for a woman to claim to be the wife of any man who is yet to legally nullify his statutory marriage with another woman. Nollywood actress Rita Edochie h…
From the NFIU’s disclosure that terrorists are exploiting crowdfunding and accounts linked to deceased persons to move funds, to sharp disagreements among 2027 presidential contenders over insecurity and fuel subsidy, fresh US military training for Nigerian troops, a court battle over the stalled selection of a new Awu…
The Federal Government has pledged to facilitate the remobilisation of exploration activities at the Kolmani Oil Field in Bauchi State. The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, Muhammad Bello, made the commitment on Monday during a verification visit to the oil field. Bello said the co…
The Federal Government has commenced the demolition of the ageing Carter Bridge in Lagos to make way for a new 1.93km bridge estimated to cost N548.98bn. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the decision followed repeated technical assessments which established that the existing bridge had deteriorated beyond rehab…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged participants in the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to measure leadership by the practical solutions it delivers to society as the 2025/2026 cohort prepares to complete the fellowship. Sanwo-Olu gave the charge during the cohort’s final mentorship session at Lagos H…
The Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit has uncovered an emerging crowdfunding network being exploited to raise and channel funds for terrorist operations. This is as the agency said terrorist financiers were opening bank accounts in women’s names as well as using phone numbers for mobile banking or account alerts that…
The Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has commended the Department of State Services and other security agencies in the state for their vigilance and commitment to tackling crime and criminality. The governor’s commendation follows the recent rescue of a kidnapped victim and subsequent arrest of three suspects all…
An irate mob has allegedly beaten two suspected thieves to death after they were reportedly caught attempting to dispossess a commercial motorcyclist of his motorcycle in the Nasko area of Niger State. The incident occurred on Sunday, according to a statement on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Ani Iniedu,…
"Not every relationship needs to be revisited. Learn your lesson and move on" - Actress Ireti Doyle advises Actress Ireti Doyle has advised people against constantly revisiting failed relationships and situations in search of closure. In a video shared online, the actress questioned the need to keep analysing past rela…
The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of Oke-Afa Bridge in Isolo for three weeks from Friday, August 28, to September 18, 2026, as rehabilitation works are carried out on the bridge. The government said the rehabilitation would be executed in two phases, with the first phase covering the outbou…