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 Victor Ike, the brother of veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike, has strongly contested the allegations made by the actor's ex-wife, Suzanne Emma, and their son, Michael Ike.Recalling the distressing details shared by Suzanne Emma and Michael about their marriage on various platforms, including the Chude show and Linda Ikeji's blog, where they accused Emeka...

 In the aftermath of a devastating military error bombing that claimed over 100 lives in Tudun Biri, Kaduna, grieving survivors, relatives, and local residents sought solace on Christmas day within the confines of a church.Bringing together both Muslims and Christians from Tudun Biri in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, the community observed...

 A photograph capturing Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, seated on the throne of the Olugbon of Orile Igbon in Oyo State, Oba Francis Alao Akinbola, has ignited a flurry of responses among social media users.Initially shared by the RCCG Public Relations on X, the image has since generated diverse reactions...

 Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Kingsley Moghalu, has detailed the reasons he considers the ex-CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to be the most ineffective in the history of the country's apex bank. In a comprehensive post on a Saturday via his verified handle, Moghalu expressed concern about a report, purportedly from a CBN investigator...

 President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 81st birthday. In a statement released on Saturday by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Tinubu praised Buhari as the "finest paradigm of sacrifice, devotion, patriotism, and fidelity to the national...

 Former Minister for Youth Development and Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, has revealed that during the fuel subsidy removal crisis in 2012, former President Goodluck Jonathan implemented measures to reduce the cost of governance. Abdullahi disclosed that Jonathan limited each minister to the use of only two cars and discontinued first-class travel for cabinet...

 A recent report by Economic Confidential, a subsidiary of PR Nigeria, has highlighted seven states, including Lagos, Ogun, Rivers, Kaduna, Kwara, Oyo, and Edo, as the most financially viable states in Nigeria for the year 2022. The information was shared by Zekeri Idakwo, the Assistant Editor of Economic Confidential, during a press briefing and the presentation...

 The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa, has announced plans for a mortgage scheme catering to Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and Canada. The launch of this Diaspora Mortgage Housing Scheme is slated for February 2024, as revealed by Dangiwa during a meeting with the Chairman of the Nigerians...

 The entertainment world mourns the loss of Andre Braugher, a two-time Emmy-winning actor celebrated for his roles in popular TV series like "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "Homicide: Life on the Street." Braugher passed away at the age of 61 on Monday after a brief illness, as confirmed by his publicist.A standout in the realm of comedy, Braugher was widely recognized...

 The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Olamide Oladiji, confirmed on Wednesday that he has received Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu's letter regarding the transfer of power to Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, making him the Acting Governor. He highlighted the necessity of following a constitutional process, mentioning that he would instruct the...

 The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has vehemently opposed the proposed privatization of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), expressing concerns over the potential negative impact on the socio-economic conditions of Nigerians. The rejection comes in response to the Federal Government's recent announcement regarding the sale of the state-owned company.President...

 President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for public universities currently under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) to exit the payment platform. The Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman Tahir, revealed this development shortly after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu.Providing further...

 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly stated his willingness to testify on behalf of Nigeria in the $2.3 billion disputed Mambilla power contract involving former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye. The disagreement has led to a legal battle at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris, France, where Sunrise Power and Nigeria...

 Olu Falae, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Minister of Finance, has called on the federal government to address the issue of Nigerian refineries by repairing them and subsequently selling the facilities to capable operators. Falae emphasized the importance of crude oil, the nation's natural resource, suggesting that it should be...

 The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) revealed on Thursday that two more of the kidnapped female prospective corps members have been released, making a total of four out of the eight individuals taken hostage, including their bus driver, back in August.The two women were abducted by gunmen in Zamfara while en route from Akwa Ibom to the orientation camp...

 Protesters surged onto the premises of the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday, responding to the Sunday bombing of a village in Kaduna State. Occupying the entrance gate for over two hours, the demonstrators called for justice for the victims and issued a challenge to the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, urging him to fulfill his responsibilities...

 The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has sounded an alarm regarding the widespread resignation of lecturers from Nigerian universities, causing a significant shortage of staff in various departments and units. The union attributes this exodus to factors such as poor and delayed salaries, unpaid allowances, inadequate infrastructure, lack of...

 In response to the recent miscalculated airstrike in Ligarma village of Kaduna State, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) expressed regret for the unintended harm caused to innocent civilians. Major General Edward Buba, the director of defence information, acknowledged the unfortunate incident and clarified that terrorists often adopt the strategy of blending...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, northern governors, and other prominent Nigerians are urging a thorough investigation into the drone attack on a Kaduna village on Sunday. Tinubu, expressing condolences and grief over the tragic incident, has ordered an immediate inquiry, emphasizing the need for calm while authorities investigate the mishap. The National...

 The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a circular titled 'Prohibition of Usage Of Ghana Must Go', announcing a ban on the use of 'Ghana Must Go' travel sacks by passengers at all of the country's airports. The ban specifically applies to passengers traveling through the nation's international airports. The circular, dated November...

 Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz oversaw the signing of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) agreement between their nations in Dubai during the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28). The agreement aims to add 12,000 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria's national grid. The Managing Director of the Federal Government...

 Afrobeats sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has received the prestigious 'Outstanding Georgia Citizen' badge in the United States. The OBO crooner shared the news via his X account on Friday, expressing gratitude for the recognition during a U.S state of Georgia General assembly meeting with the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, and other prominent figures are slated to participate in this year’s National Day of Solemn Prayer. The event, set for Friday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja, aims to foster unity and common understanding among Nigerians, as announced by Bishop Stephen...