The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, on Thursday, said Nigerians expecting his ministry to provide jobs would be disappointed because it is not part of their mandate. The minister made the clarification at the annual conference of the Federal Capital Territory chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations in Abuja. While highlighting…
To prevent contractors and former officials of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) fingered in the ongoing fraud probe from evading accountability, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), at the weekend, ramped up surveillance on them. To this end, immigration officials are on red alert to ensure those accused of plotting to flee the…
The Senator representing Delta North, Ned Nwoko, has asked Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State to leave “old habits” of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) behind as he joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Following Oborevwori’s defection, Nwoko, in a statement addressed to the governor, advised him to ensure his move to the APC…
The New Media Conference (NMC), Africa’s leading digital media event, has unveiled the NMC 100 List 2025, celebrating 100 individuals and organizations driving innovation and influence across Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. According to HYPEBLOG9JATV the announcement was made at the 10th edition of the conference in Lagos. Key Highlights: Social Media & Communities: Uche Pedro (BellaNaija),…
Crossdresser and social media personality Bobrisky has signaled his return to the country with clear instructions to potential clients. Known for his flamboyant style, Bobrisky outlined specific terms for engagements, emphasising luxury and safety. In his post on Instagram, Bobrisky stated that any meetup would require a minimum fee of $200,000 and must take place…
Founder of the David Christian Centre and popular relationship coach, Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, has doubled down on his decision to get a tattoo, saying there is no scripture that says a child of God cannot have a tattoo. The cleric’s decision to get a tattoo reading “3:16” in Roman numerals, a reference to John 3:16…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi, has declared indefinite strike to drive home its demands for better conditions of service from the university management. Addressing journalist shortly after an emergency congress held at the Yuli, Bauchi Campus of the university, ASUU Chairperson, SAZU branch, Comrade Awwal Hussain Nuhu, explained…
A tea vendor identified as Abdulrashidu Ya’u in Jigawa State has allegedly killed a 20-year-old man named Hassan Garba, over accusations of stealing bread, milk, noodles, and petrol. The suspect, who resides in Sararai village, Jigawar Tsada town in Dutse Local Government Area is said to have committed the crime on August 19, 2024, at…
Four days after resuming operations, the Warri–Itakpe train service has been suspended following a derailment on Saturday evening. The Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) confirmed the incident in a statement released on Sunday, saying two of the seven coaches derailed at Kilometre 212+8m in Agbor, Delta State, around 7:30pm. According to the NRC Managing Director, Kayode…
The Board of the Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Service (PTS) has reaffirmed its unanimous support for its Chairman, Hon. Dr. Ibraheem Oladeji Salami Dikko, while pledging continued alignment with the progressive policies of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration. This follows a special board meeting held on Thursday evening. In a statement issued after the meeting on…
