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 Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has marked a historic achievement by matching the record set by Davido for the highest-peaking African album on the Apple Music United States chart.Davido initially established this record with his fourth studio album, 'Timeless,' which achieved a remarkable Number 2 position earlier...

 In a significant development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has graciously accepted an invitation for a meeting with United States President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meeting. The disclosure was made by Aguri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, in a statement issued on Saturday...

 In the midst of escalating tension in the Niger Republic, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the adverse impact of war on Nigeria's ongoing economic reforms. The president's stance was conveyed by Aguri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, who disclosed the sentiment following a meeting between President Tinubu...

 The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), was engulfed in sorrow and frustration as students staged a protest on Friday in response to the unexpected demise of Ayomide Akeredolu, a 500-level student of the institution. The untimely passing of Akeredolu prompted grieving students to take to the streets, blocking the bustling Akure-Ilesa highway...

Spiritual Vigilance Ahead of Kano Gubernatorial Elections Tribunal VerdictAs the Kano Gubernatorial Elections Tribunal prepares to unveil its judgement in the case brought forward by the All Progressives Congress against the elected Abba Kabir Yusuf of the NNPP, a fervent sense of anticipation has gripped the political landscape. In a show of unwavering determination,...

 Anticipation is high as President Bola Tinubu is set to inaugurate the 63rd Annual General Conference of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) in Abuja over the upcoming weekend.The decision to have President Tinubu open the prestigious event comes in response to an invitation extended by the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), spearheaded by...

 In a significant move to uphold the legitimacy of traditional leadership, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has awarded certificates of recognition to four esteemed traditional rulers within the state. The formal ceremony took place on a recent Saturday in an intimate setting at the government house in Awka.During this event, Governor Soludo drew...

 In a significant development, the Lagos State House of Assembly has given its seal of approval to 22 individuals out of the 39 cabinet nominees recently put forth by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. This decisive move was carried out during a session chaired by the Speaker of the House, Rt Hon Mudashiru Obasa. He highlighted that the endorsement came about...

 In a thrilling twist to the All Star edition of Big Brother Naija, four former housemates have been introduced as special 'house guests.' The announcement of their arrival was made by none other than the charismatic host of the reality show, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, during a live eviction broadcast.These seasoned house guests include Lucy, Prince, Kim Oprah,...

 Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has reaffirmed his commitment to concluding all ongoing projects under his administration. This assurance was delivered during the 23rd Ogwa Ika and 19th Ika Ka Mma Annual Lecture series, which took place at Idumu-Esah in the Ika North East Local Government Area.Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government...

 President Bola Tinubu has given his endorsement for the reassignment of three Ministers, a development that has been detailed in an official statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.One of the key changes involves the relocation of Engr. Abubakar Momoh from his previous role at the Federal Ministry of Youth to a new...

 Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has taken a proactive step in addressing the potential impacts of fuel subsidy removal on his state's population. To manage the distribution of palliative items aimed at alleviating these effects, the Governor has established a 20-member implementation committee.According to an announcement from Humwashi Wonosikou,...

 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully dismantled three illicit drug syndicates operating within Lagos State. This commendable achievement was recently announced by Femi Babafemi, the Director of Media and Advocacy at NDLEA, through an official statement issued on a Sunday.Babafemi revealed that the coordinated efforts of the...

 In a thought-provoking reflection, Pastor Tunde Bakare, the serving overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, revisited his prior cautionary message to Nigerians about the perils of what he termed "Emilokan" politics. The Yoruba phrase, signifying 'It's my turn,' gained prominence during President Bola Tinubu's 2023 election campaign. Bakare contended...

 The Federal Workers Forum (FWF) has issued a plea to the federal government, urging the prompt settlement of all pending arrears owed to workers. In addition to this, the forum has implored the government to devise a comprehensive plan for the payment of a cost of living allowance before the close of this month.Comrade Andrew Emelieze, the National Coordinator...

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has pledged the state government's full support for the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Umuahia to successfully complete its ongoing construction of a new accident and emergency ward. The commitment was made during a meeting between Governor Otti and Professor Azubuike Onyebuchi, the chief medical director of the health center,...

 Naval Commander Macdonald Ubah (Rtd), the Senior Special Adviser on Security Matters to the Governor of Abia State, reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the current administration in Abia to confront and combat criminal activities occurring across the state. In a recent interview conducted in Umuahia, Ubah emphasized the administration's dedication...

 Azman Air Services Limited has taken the step to implement compulsory unpaid leave for all its staff members, citing ongoing C-checks on its aircraft and the substantial cost of operations as the primary reasons behind this decision.Nurudden Aliyu, the spokesperson for the airline, confirmed the development to TheCable newspaper. He clarified that the...

 Former Kaduna senator, Shehu Sani, has shed light on a common practice among legislators involving discreet payments away from public scrutiny. Sani's revelation comes in the wake of a recent gaffe by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who inadvertently disclosed that lawmakers had been paid during their recess.The incident unfolded after the upper legislative...

  In a significant political development, President Bola Tinubu is presently engaged in a high-level discussion with former governors Nyesom Wike and Nasir El-Rufai at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja, as reported by Daily Trust.According to the publication, Nyesom Wike arrived at the State House at approximately 1:40 pm, while Nasir El-Rufai...

  In a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily breakfast programme, the President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Innocent Orji, shed light on the current status of their industrial action. While the planned protest that was slated to commence on Wednesday morning has been temporarily put on hold, the ongoing...

 Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Tax Policy and Fiscal Reforms, has suggested the suspension of Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel as a measure to alleviate the economic repercussions stemming from the elimination of fuel subsidies. Oyedele made this proposal during an appearance on Channels Television's Sunrise Daily breakfast program...

 The Chairperson of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Akwa Ibom State, Comrade Sunny James, alongside his Trade Union Congress (TUC) counterpart, recently voiced their call for the federal government to establish modular refineries and petroleum depots in the state. Akwa Ibom is one of Nigeria's oil-producing states, making it a crucial location for...

 Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, has put forward a fresh list of ministerial nominees, comprising 19 names, to the Senate. The new batch of nominees was presented by Femi Gbajamiabila, the Chief of Staff and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, during a session in the Red Chamber. To accommodate this development, the Senate suspended...

 The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has been at the forefront of a protest against the recent removal of fuel subsidy. As the nation grapples with the economic impacts of this decision, the NLC's actions have garnered significant attention. In this article, we will delve into the details of the protest, the NLC's stance, and what the future holds for this...

In the wake of a military junta overthrowing Niger's elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, the Nigerian government has taken a decisive step by cutting off power supplies to its neighboring country, the Niger Republic. This move came shortly after an emergency meeting convened by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), where sanctions, including...