New yam festival, in Igbo land, is one of the oldest traditional and cultural festivities that portrays and promotes the Igbo identity in grand styles. As one of the biggest Igbo cultural festivities marked annually, the festival often comes in stages, beginning with its celebration at community level by traditional rulers of various towns, after…
The matriarch of the Yar’adua family, Hajia Dada, has passed away at the remarkable age of 102. She was the mother of former Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, as well as late Shehu Musa Yar’adua and Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’adua, the current Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army. Hajia Dada’s passing occurred on Monday…
The Canada-based Nigerian woman, Amaka Sonnberger, who was arrested on Monday risks a potential two-year prison sentence in the country or deportation if found guilty of calling for violence against Nigerians of Yoruba and Benin descent The suspect appeared in court on monday following her arrest by Toronto Police on September 1, 2024, for allegedly…
Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate Ozee has promised to give his colleague, Onyeka 10 per cent of the reality show’s prize money if he emerges as the winner. Organisers of the show dissolved the pairs on Sunday, leaving the housemates to compete solo for the grand prize. During a conversation with Onyeka on…
The three leading opposition figures in Nigeria – Atiku Abubakar (PDP), Peter Obi (Labour Party), and Rabiu Kwankwaso (NNPP) – are exploring a potential merger to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election. According to PDP deputy national spokesman Ibrahim Abdullahi, the opposition leaders are willing to put aside personal…
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has honored renowned folktale music icon, ‘Gentleman’ Mike Ejeagha, by renaming Obinagu Road, reconstructed by his administration, to Mike Ejeagha Crescent. This gesture recognizes Ejeagha’s significant contributions to the state’s cultural heritage. During the commissioning of four roads in the Abakpa Nike area, including Mike Ejeagha Crescent, Governor Mbah…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a decisive step against one of its high-ranking members, summoning Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, to appear before its disciplinary committee. This move comes amidst allegations of anti-party activities, which have sparked concern within the party’s leadership. According to Ibrahim Abdullahi, the party’s Deputy…
Andrew Wynne, a British national declared wanted by the Nigerian Police Force for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government, has denied any wrongdoing. In an interview, Wynne stated he is not a fugitive and is willing to speak with the Nigerian authorities. “I am not aware that I am a fugitive, I am…
…As He Attends Annual Women August Conference. The Idemili North local government candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance(APGA), Hon. Chief Stanley Nkwoka(Ochendo), on Saturday, 31st August, 2024, attended Nkpor Women Annual Convention at Saint Alphonsus Catholic Church field, Nkpor-Uno in Idemili North, Anambra State. Speaking during the meeting, Hon. Nkwoka commended them for their efforts…
……….As Hon Osumuoh Unfold Plans To Unite Nnewi Together. Hon Jude Osumuoh the Vice-President General Nzuoke-Ora Nnewi, has revealed his resolve to introduce Peace and unity in Nnewi and ensure quality understanding within the four quarters namely Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim and Nnewichi. The Vice-President Nzuoka-Ora Nnewi made this known to journalists during the opening event…
