2027: Atiku, Fayose Trade Words Over Makinde’s Minna Visit as Oyo APC, PDP Join Fray
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed allegations by former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose describing claims of a secret 2027 political deal involving Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as “desperate” and “baseless.” The controversy followed reports of a closed-door meeting between Atiku and Makinde at the Minna residence of former Head of State Ibrahim […]
Man Dies, Wife Critically Injured as Granite Truck Crushes Toyota at Eleko Junction in Lagos
A tragic road accident in Lagos has claimed the life of a motorist, while his wife sustained critical injuries after a granite-laden truck overturned and crushed their vehicle at Eleko Junction along the Lekki–Ajah Expressway. The fatal crash occurred on Thursday morning, according to a statement issued by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). […]
Nigeria Must Outgrow Executive Overreach, Says Nasir El-Rufai Over Alleged Abuja Airport Arrest Attempt
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has strongly condemned what he described as an illegal attempt by security operatives to arrest him at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, shortly after his arrival from Cairo, Egypt. The incident, which reportedly occurred on Thursday, has sparked fresh debate about executive overreach, due process, and the rule […]
Brazil Orders Elon Musk’s X to Block Grok’s Sexualised Deepfakes
Brazil has ordered Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, to immediately stop its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, from generating sexually explicit and non-consensual deepfake images. The directive marks the latest escalation in global regulatory pressure on Musk’s AI company, xAI, over the misuse of generative AI tools. Brazil’s Data Protection Authorities Issue 5-Day Ultimatum In […]
Hermes CEO Axel Dumas Confirms Jeffrey Epstein Attended Unscheduled 2013 Paris Workshop Visit
Axel Dumas, Chief Executive Officer of French luxury brand Hermes, has confirmed that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein attended a Paris workshop visit in 2013 without prior notice. Speaking on Thursday during Hermes’ full-year financial results presentation, Dumas acknowledged what he described as a single interaction with Epstein more than a decade ago. “I had […]
US House Votes to Rescind Trump Tariffs on Canada, Delivering Rare Blow to President’s Trade Policy
US House lawmakers have voted to rescind former President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, marking a rare bipartisan challenge to one of his signature economic policies. In a 219–211 vote on Wednesday, six Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure rejecting Trump’s tariffs on Canada. While largely symbolic, the vote signals growing concerns within […]
‘Stop Funding Ukraine’ – Hungary’s PM Viktor Orban Tells EU to Focus on Europe’s Economy
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called on the European Union (EU) to halt financial support for Ukraine, insisting that Europe must prioritise strengthening its own economy rather than funding Kyiv. Speaking to reporters on Thursday ahead of high-level talks with EU leaders, Orban delivered a blunt message. “Don’t send your money to somebody else […]
“Lie From the Pit of Hell” — Family Debunks Pete Edochie Death Rumours
The family of legendary Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has strongly dismissed viral social media rumours claiming the veteran actor is dead. The false reports, which circulated widely online and sparked panic among fans, alleged that the iconic Nigerian film star had passed away. However, the Edochie family has described the claim as entirely untrue. Reacting […]
“I’m Not a Womaniser, Just a Lover Boy” — 2Baba Speaks on Fame, Family and Misconceptions
Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has addressed long-standing public perceptions about his personal life, insisting he is not a womaniser but simply someone who loves deeply. In a recent Voice of Nigeria interview shared on Wednesday, the award-winning singer opened up about fame, fatherhood, marriage, and the pressures of public scrutiny, […]
Israel Adesanya Hints at 2027 UFC Retirement as He Eyes Final Chapter of Career
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has revealed that he could retire from mixed martial arts by 2027, signaling that the end of his decorated UFC career may be closer than fans expect. The Nigerian-born New Zealand star, popularly known as “The Last Stylebender,” disclosed that he has fewer than 10 fights remaining and can […]