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NSCDC Gets 207 Newly Promoted Officers In Edo

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

Edo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has decorated 207 newly promoted senior officers with their new ranks. While decorating the officers on Tuesday in…

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Soon, We Will Have Full Blown Yahoo Boys In Power Because Fraudsters Are Entering Politics To Clean Their Money – Man Expresses His Fears For Nigeria

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

A Nigerian man, Lola Okunrin has raised concerns about some politicians in the country. Taking to the X platform, he shared an observation that makes him believe that Nigeria is…

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Jigawa Tanker Explosion: 181 Have Died, 80 In Critical Condition – Gov Namadi

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

Jigawa State Governor Umah Namadi has put the current death toll in the tanker explosion in the state at 181, with another 80 persons in critical condition in hospital. Namadi…

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Portable Shares Video Of Himself Praying Traditionally Against Those Seeking His Downfall

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Controversial street artist, Portable has left tongues wagging after he shared a video of himself traditionally praying against those fighting against him and his glory. He shared the video hours…

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Bauchi SUBEB Summons 57 Teachers Over Gross Misconduct, Absenteeism

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

The Bauchi State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has taken a decisive step by summoning 57 teachers from various government primary and junior secondary schools over allegations of gross misconduct…

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Gov Yusuf Bars 14 Journalists From Covering Events At Kano Govt House

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has dismissed 14 press team members assigned to cover the state Government House. Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the spokesperson for Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf,…

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EPL: Ndidi Becomes Ninth Nigerian To Reach 200 Appearances

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

Wilfred Ndidi is now the ninth Nigerian footballer to reach 200th appearances in the Premier League. Ndidi joined the exclusive list in Leicester City’s 3-2 win against Southampton at the…

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Heart-Warming Video Of Burna Boy’s Father Dancing Energetically To His Song

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

The clip shows the proud dad, dressed in matching shirt-trousers and hat, letting loose on the dance floor.   A video of Samuel Ogulu, the father of Grammy-winning singer, Burna…

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NPFL: Akwa United Coach Disappointed With Draw Against Rangers

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

Akwa United assistant coach, Umar Abdullahi has blamed his team’s inability to convert their chances for the draw against Rangers. The Promise Keepers were held to a goalless draw by…

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Former Imo Gov, Ohakim Speaks On Moves To Install Him As Next Ohanaeze President-General

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

A former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim, has disassociated himself from reports of an alleged move to install him as the next President-General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization,…

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EPL: He’s Not Good Enough – Petit Blames Chelsea Star For Defeat To Liverpool

October 22, 2024 Musa Jibril

Arsenal legend, Emmanuel Petit, is not impressed with Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez. The Frenchman is of the opinion that the goalkeeper is not good enough for the Blues and does…

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I Have Peace Since I Divorced My Narcissistic Ex-Husband – Nigerian Woman Says

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

A UK-based Nigerian woman, Temitope Oluwalabomi Essex,  has stated that since she divorced her narcissistic ex-husband, she has found peace. According to her, her ex-husband tells her to lie to…

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Journalist Agba Jalingo Accuses UCTH Antenatal Department Of Asking Patients To Buy Fuel After Paying Bills

October 22, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

Nigerian Journalist Agba Jalingo Alleges Malpractice at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Claims Patients Asked to Buy Fuel. Calabar, Nigeria — Renowned Nigerian journalist and activist, Agba Jalingo, has raised…

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Nigeria Has Bigger Issues – Fayose Faults Arrest Of Bobrisky At Seme Border [VIDEO]

October 21, 2024 Musa Jibril

Isaac Fayose, younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, has faulted the arrest of crossdresser Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky, by the Nigerian Immigration Service. Bobrisky was arrested at…

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He Was Arrested At Midnight And Detained Till Morning – Immigration Source Reveals How Bobrisky Was Arrested, Says He Has Been Moved To NIS Office In Lagos

October 21, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

An Immigration source at the Nigerian-Benin Republic border has spoken about how controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye aka Bobrisky was arrested during passport checks at Seme border today, October 21. Premiumtimes…

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President Paul Biya Returns To Cameroon After Death Rumours

October 21, 2024 Musa Jibril

President Paul Biya of Cameroon on Monday returned to the country amid rumours of his death. Biya arrived at Yaounde’s international airport, the Cameroonian capital. The 91-year-old appeared on state…

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Fans React As Veekee James Sprays Dollar While Her Husband Rolled Out Naira Notes At Party

October 21, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

The couple attended the white wedding of Veekee’s colleague, Prudent Gabriel, and gospel singer Peterson Okopi. Celebrity fashion designer, Veekee James Atere has left tongues wagging on social media after…

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Tinubu Interested In Judiciary’s Independence — Wike

October 21, 2024 Musa Jibril

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola Tinubu is interested in the independence of the judiciary. Wike said Tinubu’s administration is committed to protecting…

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Police Arrest Teacher For R@ping 17-Year-Old Ward Since She Was 12 And Procuring Ab0rtions For Her

October 21, 2024 Ogheneyoma Grace

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 42-year-old teacher, Gbolahan Osinusi, for repeatedly r@ping a 17-year-old girl since she was 12. The teacher, who is also…

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My Family’s Greatest Enemies Are Yoruba People – Femi Kuti

October 21, 2024 Musa Jibril

Grammy-nominated Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has stated that some of his family’s greatest enemies are members of their own ethnic group, the Yoruba. Speaking at the 2024 Felaberation Festival in…

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