Touring Europe and US Was Easier Than Africa in My Early Career — Mr Eazi
Afrobeats star Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has revealed that touring Europe and the United States was easier than touring Africa during the early stages of his music career, citing border restrictions, regulatory bottlenecks and weak cross-border coordination across the continent. Speaking at the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogue, Mr Eazi said the challenges […]
‘Omije Ojumi’ Singer’s Burial Drama Deepens as Ex-Husband Breaks Silence, Family Feud Explodes
Fresh controversy has erupted following the emotional but chaotic burial of late gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, as her estranged husband, Rotimi Adeoye, broke his silence with explosive allegations that have deepened an already bitter family feud. What was intended to be a solemn farewell for the beloved Nigerian gospel artiste […]
Destabilising Nigeria Will Empower Terrorists, Endanger Christians – US Lawmaker Warns
US lawmaker Riley Moore has cautioned that efforts to destabilise Nigeria or promote separatist agendas could significantly worsen insecurity, empower terrorist groups and expose Christians to greater danger across the country and Africa at large. Moore issued the warning on Saturday via his official X (formerly Twitter) account following a fact-finding visit to Nigeria aimed […]
I Don’t Have a New Club Yet – Super Eagles Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali Confirms Exit from Chippa United
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has confirmed that he is currently without a club following the mutual termination of his contract with South African side Chippa United. Speaking on SABC Metro FM, the Nigerian international dismissed speculation surrounding his immediate future, stating clearly that no deal has been finalised. “To be honest with you, I […]
EPL: Guardiola Rejects Slot’s ‘Style Over Trophies’ Claim Ahead of Anfield Showdown
Pep Guardiola has firmly dismissed Liverpool head coach Arne Slot’s suggestion that entertaining football should take priority over winning trophies, insisting that success remains the ultimate measure of a manager. The Manchester City boss made his stance clear ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield, as City look to keep their […]
FG Raises Nurses’ Uniform Allowance to ₦80,000, Ends ₦20,000 Annual Pay
The Federal Government has approved a significant increase in the annual uniform allowance for nurses in its employment, raising it from ₦20,000 to ₦80,000. The approval was granted by the National Salaries, Wages and Income Commission (NSIWC) and represents a 300 per cent increase from the previous allowance. The development was confirmed in an official […]
Appeal Court Orders CBN to Release N2.5bn to Sacked ABU Workers, Threatens Sanctions
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to immediately release N2.5 billion to 110 workers unlawfully sacked by Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, warning that further delay could attract sanctions. The appellate court issued the warning on Friday after dismissing fresh appeals by the CBN and ABU seeking […]
Police Probe Nigerian Socialite Over Alleged $2.5m Dubai Crown Prince Romance Scam
The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) has commenced investigations into a Nigerian socialite, Nzube Ikeji, who is accused of impersonating the Dubai Crown Prince in a sophisticated $2.5 million romance scam targeting a Romanian woman. The Commissioner of Police in charge of the National Cybercrime Centre, Uche Ifeanyi, confirmed the development in an […]
Ex-Militants Threaten Niger Delta Oil Shutdown Over Amnesty Programme Exclusion
Ex-militants in the Niger Delta have issued a fresh threat to shut down oil facilities across the region, citing alleged marginalisation, lack of transparency and unfair treatment within the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). Operating under the banner of the Marginalised Original First-Phase Leaders of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, the former agitators accused the Federal Government […]
85% of Senators Back E-Transmission, Kingibe Debunks Claims of Electoral Reform Blockade
Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory and serves on the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, has dismissed claims that the National Assembly is blocking key electoral reforms, revealing that about 85 percent of senators support electronic transmission of election results. Kingibe made the clarification amid public backlash following the Senate’s decision to […]