A suspected cult clash turned tragic in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos State after a man identified as Saheed, alias Emiloju, was allegedly hacked to death during a child-naming ceremony. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday, January 14. It was gathered that Saheed was attending the ceremony alongside some of his colleagues in the…
The Ogun State Government has claimed that social welfare activist, Adetoun Onajobi, popularly known as Just Adetoun, has gone into hiding, and a medical doctor who allegedly issued a fake medical report to help her evade police arrest has been remanded in prison. The state government also confirmed that the Ogun State Police Command has…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja to discuss key issues affecting the state. According to a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the closed-door meeting focused on security, major infrastructure projects, and stronger cooperation between Kano State and…
The controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has regained his freedom after spending a week in police custody. On January 12, the singer was arraigned before a court in Ota, Ogun State, on charge including assault, theft, causing harm and resisting arrest. He was also accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300 valued at…
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has reaffirmed his commitment to youth development and governance while announcing plans to tackle the growing menace of extortion by house agents in the state. Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin made the declaration today at a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the Oyo State Agency…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended Senegal’s head coach, Pape Thiaw, following a disciplinary review of the chaotic scenes that marred Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final in Rabat. Senegal defeated host nation Morocco 1–0 after extra time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium to clinch their second continental title, but the…
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested Abubakar Malami, former attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice. Malami was arrested at the front of Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja on Monday. A video circulating online shows the former AGF entering a vehicle apparently belonging to the DSS shortly after leaving…
The ongoing controversy between actress Doris Ogala and the founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministries, Chris Okafor, has extended to include popular stand-up comedian Jephthah “Akpororo” Bowoto, as the actress threatens to reveal alleged past sexual misconduct involving the comedian. The public feud was renewed on Sunday when the comedian, in an Instagram…
January marks the beginning of a new year and a fresh opportunity to reset priorities, habits, and direction. For many people, the choices made in the first few weeks of the year often shape how the remaining months unfold. Setting clear January goals helps provide focus, motivation, and a sense of purpose for the year…
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has confirmed the abduction of no fewer than 163 worshippers by suspected terrorists in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. However, in a swift reaction on Monday, the Police have said no one was abducted,…
