The Office of Public Affairs, US Justice Department reports that according to court documents, Amos was a member of a group of fraudsters that sent personalised letters to elderly victims in the US, falsely claiming that the sender was a representative of a bank in Spain and that the recipient was entitled to receive a…
A police inspector, Dasu Kassa, has died in Adamawa State. According to reports, Kassa was found deceased at his residence in Anguwan Yungur, Girei Local Government Area, on Monday evening. He had reportedly returned from a hospital in Yola, the state capital, earlier that evening. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently being investigated. While…
Popular Nigerian comedian and skitmaker Chukwuebuka Amuzie, known as Brain Jotter, has addressed concerns about the potential exploitation of Mike Ejeagha’s 1983 hit “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo,” which he sparked a viral dance challenge with. The 41-year-old song by the 93-year-old folklore legend has taken social media by storm, leading to questions about revenue distribution…
Amnesty International has warned the President Bola Tinubu administration against threatening Nigerians planning to protest against the current economic hardship and hunger in the country. The global human rights body stated that threatening peaceful protesters is unlawful and a clear attack on freedom of assembly, as guaranteed by international law and the 1999 Constitution of…
On Sunday, a controversial list surfaced online, including notable individuals such as Nollywood actress Ini Edo, Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci, and media personality Nancy Isime, as alleged side chicks of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The list alleged that these women have been financially supported by Akpabio and are living lavish lifestyles both in…
The President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the much anticipated South East Development Commission (SEDC) Bill into law. This was revealed by the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu who sponsored the bill alongside other members of House from the south east region. The bill sought to establish a commission that…
The House of Representatives has adjourned its legislative activities until September 16, 2024, to observe its annual recess. Speaker Hon. Tajudeen Abbas and Deputy Speaker Hon. Benjamin Kalu commended their colleagues for their support, unity, and harmony during the first legislative year. The adjournment motion, sponsored by Majority Leader Hon. Julius Ihonbvere, was passed to…
Amnesty International has warned the President Bola Tinubu administration against threatening Nigerians planning to protest against the current economic hardship and hunger in the country. The global human rights body stated that threatening peaceful protesters is unlawful and a clear attack on freedom of assembly, as guaranteed by international law and the 1999 Constitution of…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has apologized to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for his comments during last week’s plenary, which sparked outrage on social media for being sexist. Akpabio had told Akpoti-Uduaghan not to speak without recognition, adding that the Senate is not a “nightclub”. The comments led to widespread criticism from women’s groups and individuals. On…
Lionel Messi, captain of the Argentina national team and Inter Miami forward, will be evaluated weekly after suffering a ligament injury in his right ankle during the Copa America final. Messi exited Argentina’s 1-0 win over Colombia in the 64th minute, visibly in pain, and was later seen with a badly swollen ankle. Inter Miami…
