Nigerian activist Michael Adaramoye, also known as Michael Lenin, is set to be arraigned in court on Monday on trumped up charges alongside other activists, according to the Take-It-Back movement. Lenin was arrested on August 5 by the Department of State Services (DSS) during a raid on activist Babatunde Oluajo’s residence. He has been held…
A concerned citizen has called on traditional rulers to maintain their neutrality in the face of growing political tensions in the country. In an open letter to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, the citizen expressed concern over the involvement of traditional rulers in the politics…
Reactions have continued to trail the death of gospel singer, Aduke Ajayi, popularly known as Aduke Gold, who passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024. Shortly after her death, there had been different reasons adduced for her death, with some claiming that she died from complications arising from a fibroid surgery, while others say her…
Fuel scarcity has resurfaced in Lagos, causing gridlock and long queues at filling stations across the state. The scarcity has led to an increase in the cost of fuel, with a litre selling for between N800-N1,000 in some filling stations. This has resulted in an increase in the cost of transportation, causing hardship for commuters….
Citizens United Against Terrorism (CUAT) has demanded a thorough investigation into reports that Bashir Hadejia, an alleged gunrunner and suspected cross-border criminal, has links to government officials. Hadejia, a former aide to the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, was arrested by security operatives recently, sparking concerns. Photos and videos of Hadejia with prominent…
Big Brother Naija season 9 pairs, Streeze and Flourish have been evicted from the ongoing season 9 edition. This is the first time in the current season two pairs are leaving the show on the same night as Biggie introduces a new twist to the game. Already in the show, the pair of Tami and…
Reggae legend Buju Banton has made a surprising revelation about his ancestry, stating that he has Igbo heritage. In a recent interview on the “Drink Champs” podcast, Banton claimed that his tribe, the Maroons, originated from the Igbo tribe of Nigeria. Banton expressed concern about the threat to his Indigenous land and way of life,…
Onitsha – The community was plunged into mourning on Sunday as the remains of ABK Offiah, an aide to Anambra Commissioner for Youths Development, Patrick Aghamba, were brought back to Onitsha. Offiah, a lawyer and youth leader, was killed by gunmen while traveling with Aghamba and his wife to Abuja. The commissioner and his wife…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Nigeria Police of illegally arresting its members ahead of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State. At a press conference on Sunday, Matthew Iduoriyekemwen, Director-General of the Asue/Ogie Campaign Management Council, alleged that several PDP members have been arrested, while others are on the wanted…
Defending Champions Manchester City began the defence of the premier league title in style as they breeze past Chelsea in London 2-0. Erling Haaland scored on his 100th Manchester City appearance as City’s quest for a fifth straight title gathers steam Haaland opened the scoring on 18 minutes with a dinked finish over Robert Sanchez…
