Nicki Minaj Explains Why She Stopped Attending Church
By Our Correspondent American rapper and singer has revealed that her demanding music career was the major reason she stopped attending church services regularly. Speaking during a recent episode of The Bryce Crawford Podcast, the award-winning artiste said her rise to fame made it difficult to maintain a consistent church-going routine due to her weekend work […]
Fernandes Targets Historic World Cup Triumph for Portugal
By Abdulrahman Abdullahi National News – Portugal captain and Manchester United midfielder has expressed confidence in his country’s chances of winning the FIFA World Cup, saying the team’s ultimate goal is to bring the prestigious trophy home for the first time in history. Speaking ahead of Portugal’s opening Group K match against in Houston, Fernandes said […]
Catholic Bishops: Nigeria’s Insecurity Has Worn Everyone Out
By Our Correspondent National News – The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria says the country’s security crisis has reached breaking point. “Everyone is tired,” they declared, pointing to daily killings, kidnappings and attacks across all regions. The statement came Tuesday during a thanksgiving Mass at Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos. The Mass celebrated 3 milestones for Emeritus […]
Shettima, 18 APC Governors Lead Massive Rally for Oyebanji Ahead of Ekiti Poll
By National News A major display of political support unfolded in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday as Vice President Kashim Shettima, 18 governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), 24 senators and 18 members of the House of Representatives rallied behind Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti State. The […]
Senate to Review Oshiomhole’s Forgery Allegation Over Natasha’s Suspension
Rita Amaechi National News – The Senate has said it will review allegations by Senator Adams Oshiomhole (Edo North) that the names of some lawmakers were included in a committee report recommending the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) without their consent. Senate spokesperson, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, disclosed this in an interview on Tuesday, stating […]
Appeal Court Halts Deregistration of ADC, Four Other Political Parties
By Our Correspondent National News – The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered a stay of execution of the Federal High Court judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a unanimous ruling delivered on Tuesday, a three-member panel led by Justice A.B. […]
Makinde Assures Safe Return of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers
By National News Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has assured residents that all abducted schoolchildren and teachers in the state will be rescued safely, stressing that the government is intensifying efforts to secure their release. Makinde gave the assurance on Tuesday while addressing protesters led by social media influencer VeryDarkMan at the Oyo State Government […]
Porous Borders Fueling Terrorism, Transnational Crimes, Says Ribadu
By National News The National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has blamed Nigeria’s porous borders for the rise in terrorism, arms trafficking, smuggling, human trafficking and irregular migration. Ribadu made the statement on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of the 15th National Security Seminar organized by the Alumni Association of the National Defence College, […]
Court Orders Arrest of Sowore Over Absence at Cybercrime Trial
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of activist and African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, after he failed to appear for the continuation of his cybercrime trial. Sowore is facing a two-count charge filed by the Department of State Services over a social media post […]
Hayatu-Deen Mourns Ex-Army Spokesman Rabe, Demands Urgent Security Reforms
By Rita Amaechi National News – Former African Democratic Congress presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar in captivity. Abubakar and his wife were reportedly abducted in Katsina State. The retired Army spokesman died after weeks in captivity, while his wife was […]