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 FRC Accuses JAMB of Failing to Remit ₦3.6 Billion in Operating Surplus The House of Representatives has directed the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to remit ₦3.602 billion to the Federal Government’s Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF). The decision was made during an investigative hearing held by the Public Accounts Committee in Abuja, following allegations by the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) regarding unremitted operating surplus. Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Rep. Bamidele Salam, emphasized that the remittance was a legal obligation and not subject to personal interpretation. He clarified that JAMB’s argument regarding the difference between 25% and 50% remittance rates had no bearing on the case. The Committee ordered JAMB to make the payment within 30 days and provide evidence of the remittance to the FRC. The FRC representative, Bello Aliyu, informed the Committee that JAMB had a liability of ₦390.725 million as of 2021, which had increase...

 China Football bans 43 persons for gambling and match-fixing  Chinese football has banned 43 individuals, including three former China internationals and South Korean player Son Jun-ho, for life over alleged gambling and match-fixing.  This comes as part of a larger crackdown by Beijing on corruption in Chinese sports, particularly football. The ban is a result of a two-year probe into illegal gambling and match-fixing in domestic football, implicating a total of 128 individuals.  These developments occurred just hours before a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier between China and Saudi Arabia. The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has accused Son of participating in match-fixing and taking bribes during his time playing for Shandong Taishan in the Chinese Super League. Former Chinese international Jin Jingdao, who also played for Shandong Taishan, is among those facing a lifetime ban. The CFA itself has been under scrutiny, with approximately 10 high-ranking official...

 ALERT: Flood has swept Deadly animals into communities – Borno museum The Borno Museum Park has raised the alarm over incursion of deadly animals into residential communities. The General manager Borno State Museum Park, Ali Abatcha Don Best, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. He said the flood disaster caused damage to properties and led to the deaths of over 80% of animals. “The General cc manager Borno State Museum Park wish to announce that the recent flood disaster has disrupted and caused a damage to properties and loss of lives of more than 80% of the animals.” Ben Kalu not responsible for establishment of S/East Devt Commission – Onoh High transport fare: Students trek, others boycott schools “In this devastating period of flood disaster, The General manager wish to also announce that some deadly animals have been washed away into our communities, animals like crocodiles and snakes, he called on the attention of the General public to be aware and take all the necess...

  Press Release     FG Commiserates with Borno State, Communities Over Flood Disaster       The Federal Government of Nigeria extends its deepest sympathies to the government and the people of Borno State over the devastating flooding that has ravaged Maiduguri and its environs following the unfortunate overflow of the Alau Dam.    This tragedy has destroyed properties, homes, and critical infrastructure, as well as displaced families and disrupted the livelihoods of countless individuals. We share the profound grief and suffering of all those affected by this catastrophe.    Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, especially those who have lost their means of livelihood and homes. We stand with the families who have been displaced and deeply empathise with their pain and distress during this trying time.    The Federal Government, under the leadership of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), is ac...

 NSA, Ribadu Blames Petroleum Smuggling For Naira Instability, Economic Woes  The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has raised the alarm over the increasing smuggling of petroleum products out of Nigeria, warning that the instability in the foreign exchange market would persist unless addressed. Speaking in Abuja on Monday at a stakeholder engagement for Operation Whirlwind, organised by the Nigeria Customs Service, Ribadu highlighted the severity of the issue. Ribadu commented, “We have been suffering due to smuggling, and if we want to address our economic problems, smuggling has to stop. It is difficult because it is like cancer and eats up everything. “It destroys us and even our security forces because of the very few individuals making profit from it and half of them are not even Nigerians. “I don’t think there is any country that suffers from smuggling like Nigeria and we have to address it now because with the trouble we are going through, we can’t stabilis...

 Funke Akindele grateful as she empowers 175 crew members for new movie Nollywood actress and box office Queen Funke Akindele has expressed gratitude for empowering 175 crew members. Taking to her Instagram page, she shared a photo of the crew members, celebrating them for working tirelessly for nine weeks to bring her upcoming movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa to life. She stated the movie is a self-funded project, and she is honoured to have empowered a team of talented individuals, with 95% of them being young people, to showcase their skills. She gave a special shout-out to her Nigerian and Ghanaian crew members who collaborated seamlessly to make it happen. Funke noted how she believes in empowering and giving the next generation opportunities. “Proud moment! I want to celebrate the incredible 175 crew members who worked tirelessly for nine weeks to bring ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ to life! As a self-funded project, I’m honoured to have empowered a team of talented individuals, with...

 Time to spread your wings and fly high” – Monalisa Chinda celebrates her daughter’s first day of college Nollywood actress Monalisa Chinda took to Instagram recently to celebrate her daughter’s first day in college. In a sweet note penned in honor of her daughter, Monalisa Chinda wrote; ”Tamar: Hey mum…. first day at college and I am loving it 5 Me: time to spread your wings and fly high So grateful totally chuffed And to all parents doing the most to send their children to school in this climes I say big ups and a big hug! Congratulations may we never be put to shame” Netizens camped in the comments, sending in their congratulatory messages. Tamara is Monalisa Chinda’s only child, who she bore during her marriage to her ex-husband Dejo Richards. Monalisa Chinda was married to her ex-husband Dejo Richards for about five years, and she left, citing her reasons being domestic abuse. During an interview, Monalisa Chinda said that she left her ex-husband’s house, fleeing from her abus...

 This journey wasn’t an easy one” – Actress Christabel Egbenya grateful as she welcomes second child It is raining babies this month for celebrities as Nollywood actress Christabel Egbenya has welcomed her second child. Taking to her Instagram page to share photos from her maternity shoot, she announced that their bundle of joy had arrived. Our bundle of Joy has arrived 9/9/2024 In another post, she expressed gratitude to her Maker for the new addition to her family. She noted how the journey wasn’t easy, but she is grateful to God for making her now a mother of two. She revealed their son has been named Chikamso Mark Jr Onumajuru. “With joy in my heart, I announce the birth of our amazing son. Chikamso Mark Jr Onumajuru God has definitely done it for my family for the second time. This journey wasn’t an easy one, but I’m grateful to God for making me now a mother of two lovely kids. Big thanks to our God almighty for this wonderful blessing. Please celebrate with me oh”.

 Wizkid was the first person to give me dollars” – Portable recounts in a recent interview In a recent interview, Portable was able to get some things off his chest, and it was with regards to his colleagues, Davido, Zlatan, and Wizkid During the interview, Portable said that while he was in America a few months ago and was thinking about his future, Davido called on him and they had a good time, but something hindered the progress of their relationship, and that was Zlatan. He said that Zlatan had ruined his relationship with Davido, and that he was a spawn of the devil. Moving forward to lighter topics, Portable spoke about how it was Wizkid that first gave him dollars by spraying it on his body. Reverting back to the matter of Portable and Davido’s fallout, the singer seemed really upset about the fact that he wasn’t invited to Davido’s wedding, and during the said wedding, he was still in America. Portable claimed that it was Zlatan’s fault that he wasn’t invited to Davido’s we...

 Sina Rambo and wife, Korth welcome second child Nigerian singer and son of Governor Ademola Adeleke Sina Rambo and his wife, Heidi Korth have welcomed their second child. We reported during the weekend that Korth had announced that she was expecting her second child with her husband. This would be her third child, as she has a daughter from a previous relationship. Heidi shared a video of her, her two daughters, and Sina cutting a cake from her gender reveal party as she urged her fans to guess the gender of her new baby. Now, taking to her Instagram page, she revealed that she has welcomed her second child, though she didn’t reveal the sex of the child. “Ten little fingers, ten little toes, two beautiful eyes and one button nose. Welcome baby”.

 Ajaero: Oppressive Control Under Tinubu Surpasses Military Dictatorship — Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says the “oppressive control” by President Bola Tinubu’s administration “surpasses even the harshest days of military dictatorship”. “The escalating assault on civil society and the media by the Bola Tinubu administration is profoundly disturbing,” he wrote in an X post on Tuesday. “The recent arrest of Mr. Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, en route to an official event, epitomizes this regime’s relentless campaign to intimidate and subdue organized labour. “Just days prior, security forces detained a journalist, only to later claim it was a grievous error. What if the outcome had been fatal? “Now, Tinubu’s regime extends its repressive grasp to encroach upon SERAP Nigeria, an action that stands as a grave affront to our democratic values. This siege is anathema to the principles of freedom and justice.” The 2023 presidential candidate of the Pe...

 PRESS RELEASE 10TH SEPTEMBER, 2024 The Editors, CRIME BULLETIN: ZARANDA GARI COMMUNITY BLOCKED HIGHWAY, RESULTING IN ONE FATALITY, CP MM AUWAL INITIATES INVESTIGATION TO UNCOVER THE CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING THE DEATH OF ABUBAKAR YAHAYA On the 10th of September, 2024, at approximately 9:00 am, the Divisional Police Officer of Toro Division received information from a concerned citizen, reporting a gathering of people at Zaranda village via Toro LGA, Bauchi State, causing a blockage of the highway road. Upon receiving this information, the Command promptly deployed a team of detectives to the scene to assess the situation. Subsequent interviews with local residents revealed that the blockade of the highway road was a result of the arrest of a charcoal dealer and sporadic firing by members of a quasi-security outfit, specifically the Nigerian Hunters Forestry and Security Service. This incident led to the serious injury of Abubakar Yahaya (35 years old), Hussaini Yunusa (20 years ol...

  South Africans have launched a heartwarming campaign to raise R100,000 to bring Miss Universe Nigeria finalist ,Miss  Kwara to the country The Nigerian model who was Miss Kwara in the pageant received tons of love from Mzansi due to her uniqueness The initiative started five days ago by Twitter-now- X users who supported her greatly during the Miss Universe Nigeria competition by voting her to the top 3. “We were thrilled to support Ufa Dania during her journey in the Miss Nigeria Universe beauty pageant, where her charm and vibrant personality won our hearts. As the X community in SA, we are eager to welcome her to our country and give her an unforgettable experience as we show her the beauty of SA,” said campaign organiser Reginald Mathule Kanyane. Meanwhile, Dania expressed gratitude to South Africans who supported her. “I’m grateful to every person who voted for me. God bless you from the bottom of my heart. You’ve shown me love. I wouldn’t be able to do this without you...

 Madonna’s Son David Banda Makes New York Fashion Week Runway Debut Modeling at Off-White’s Spring 2025 Show Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon has walked the runway for labels including Versace, Marine Serre and Luis De Javier - now the pop star's son, David Banda, has made his fashion show debut, appearing in Off-White's spring 2025 presentation at New York Fashion Week on Sunday. Banda, a musician, strutted down the catwalk in a plaid collared vest, black pleated trousers, statement earrings, glovelets and flip-flops featuring bottle cap embellishments. Several stars sat in the front row, including singer Camila Cabello, Olympic gymnast Suni Lee and actress Issa Rae. Banda's famous mother also supported him, as Madonna showed herself en route to Off-White's NYFW afterparty later that night. The "Material Girl" songstress, 66, wore cargo-style jeans, a striped long-sleeve top and sunglasses for the event. Madonna previously talked about Banda's passion ...

 Ooni’s fourth wife, Olori Ashley, explains why she called her new born son ‘the Crown Prince’ as she thanks the monarch Olori Ashley, the fourth wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has explained why she tagged their newborn son, the Crown Prince. we reported a few days back that Ooni and his fourth wife had announced the birth of their first child, a baby boy. Taking to his official Instagram page, the Ooni expressed gratitude to God for the great things He had done. Queen Ashley, on her part, noted how, for over a decade,e, the enemies tried in her relationship with the monarch, but God made them victorious. She revealed that last year was a little dark for them as they lost twins, but God remained faithful. She had referred to their newborn son as the Crown Prince, and this raised eyebrows on social media, considering the Ooni has two sons. One from his estranged wife, Olori Naomi and one from his third wife, Olori Tobi Phillips. In an Instagram post, why sharing a vi...

 Wizkid and Funke Akindele stir rumors of a collaboration with recent posts Something seems to be cooking between Wizkid and actress Funke Akindele, and it got fans at the edges of their seats. Not too long ago, Wizkid posted a photo of Funke Akindele from her movie Jennifer’s Diary, without any caption. Shortly after, Funke Akindele posted a photo of Wizkid on her Instagram story also, with no further information attached. Netizens are speculating that the two superstars have something cooking, and that there’s hope for a collaboration soon. ovindaakinbote wrote, “Two people that always stay maintaining their lane” veeystitches_fashion wrote, “Abi wizkid wan act Jennifer’s dairy” leeeymarrrrh wrote, “They’re both real people …. they no dey too talk” chi_maramma wrote, “Online FBI over to you, tell us what they’re up to” henryadolphus wrote, “Why is this giving “Step Son Helps Step Mom who Got Stuck Inside The Washing Machine?” Werecalls that earlier this year, Wizkid had made it k...

  Prison break in Borno as inmates escape An unconfirmed number of inmates have escaped from a local prison in Maiduguri, after a devastating flood submerged the facility. According to reports gathered, the rising waters damaged the prison, breaching security barriers and compromising structural integrity, which facilitated the escape of an number of inmates. Many of those who escaped are deemed highly dangerous and potentially armed, increasing the risk to public safety in a region already troubled by insurgency. Authorities have launched a manhunt, deploying additional resources to recapture the fugitives and address the growing threat.

 Cameroon Youth Reluctant to Use Condoms, Leading to Health Concerns Many young people in Cameroon are avoiding condom use due to discomfort and misconceptions, leading to increased rates of unwanted pregnancies and STDs. Despite condoms being vital for preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and pregnancies, many youths feel they reduce sexual pleasure or cause irritation. A recent study found a sharp decline in condom use among Cameroonian youths, with 50% holding misconceptions, 30% unaware of their importance, and only 10% fully understanding their benefits. Some mistakenly believe condoms are only for preventing pregnancy and overlook their role in stopping diseases like HIV, syphilis, and gonorrhea. In Yaoundé, interviews conducted by some journalist of Mimi Mefo Info revealed a common preference for methods like withdrawal over condoms, with many youths unaware or unwilling to use them. A secondary school teacher noted that lack of sexual education in schools contr...

 Gunmen reportedly kill seven in Benue community Gunmen on Tuesday morning killed seven persons in Naka town, headquarters of Gwer West Local Government Area in Benue State.  Naka town is located on Makurdi- Naka- Adoka – Ankpa trunk A federal highway. The inhabitants are predominantly peasant farmers who have been suffering herdsmen attacks for over 16 years. An eyewitness, Terna Ukaa, told The Nation the gunmen stormed Naka town on bicycles towards Adoka road around 4 am and opened fire on sleeping residents. Ukaa said they did not pick any item, suggesting the gunmen came to kill. He said before the Tuesday killing ,armed herdsmen have  destroyed their farm land using cattle who graze on crops like cassava,rice and millet . Police spokesman Kate Aneene, a SP, said she was yet to confirm the incident but promised to call back.

 No more elephants in Sambisa Forest - Borno official The Borno government says there is no more the  presence of elephants in the Sambisa Forest. Mr Ayuba Peter, Director, Forestry and Wildlife in the Ministry of Environment, told the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN), that the last survey made by government regarding the presence of elephants in the forest, showed that there was none. “We conducted a survey before the Boko Haram insurgency and found that its population has been depleted by activities of poachers. “We used to have a herd of elephants in Sambisa forest, but due to poaching and other habitat destruction, we have lost them. “When we started having reports of their incursions from a neighbouring Cameroon forest into Borno, through Gamboru/Ngala and Kala-Balge axis, we were excited. “Our hope was that they would proceed to Sambisa forest and probably find a more habitable place. “So far, they have continued to roam around the border areas destroying farmlands but withou...

 LP Crisis: Abure thinks he’s still in 1980, lies shamelessly – Aisha Yesufu A social critic, Aisha Yesufu has criticised the erstwhile National Chairman of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Julius Abure for allegedly lying about the party funds. Aidsha in an X post said, ” he thinks one can lie shamelessly without being fact-checked”. The statement comes after Abure claimed that Yesufu and Pastor Itua Ighodalo were responsible for managing the party’s presidential candidate campaign funds in the 2023 general election. Abure made the claims amid rumours that he mismanaged the party’s funds, claiming that the party never had access to the accounts opened for donations to support Obi’s candidacy. He had insisted that Yesufu and Ighodalo were the only signatories to the accounts. “The party was never involved in the distribution of those resources. Our interest was to see how we could produce a president for the party. How it was done was not our concern. Hence, we gave them free rein. We allo...

 Ex-boyfriend who ‘set Uganda’s Cheptegei on fire’ dies from burns Dickson Ndiema, the man accused of fatally burning Rebecca Cheptegei, the Ugandan athlete, is dead.  According to local authorities, Ndiema, an ex-boyfriend of Cheptegei, died on Monday from burns sustained during the attack on his former partner. The ex-boyfriend was accused of dousing Cheptegei in petrol and setting her ablaze while she was returning to her house from church in western Trans Nzoia County, Nairobi, on September 1. The 33-year-old athlete suffered burns on 80 percent of her body and was being treated at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret City, where she died on September 5. Ndiema also suffered burns from the attack and was also admitted to the hospital for treatment. His injuries were initially considered less critical. Reports filed by the local chief had said the two ex-lovers had been fighting over a piece of land. Cheptegei, who lived in Kenya, represented Uganda at the 2024...

 Australian PM moves to ban children from social media – PM Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a plan to ban children from using social media. The prime minister on Tuesday said that the government would introduce legislation in 2024 to enforce a minimum age for access to social media and other relevant digital platforms. “We know social media is causing social harm, and it is taking kids away from real friends and real experiences,” he said in a statement. He said that the legislation would be informed by engagement with the states and territories, but his preference is to set the minimum age at 16 years. According to a poll conducted by state broadcaster the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in August, 61 per cent of Australians supported restricting social media access to those younger than 17. At the same time, Peter Malinauskas, the premier of South Australia, commissioned former federal judge Robert French to explore legal pathways to ban children you...

 Japa: Canada student enrolment drops by 45 per cent Universities Canada have raised the alarm over a significant drop in international student enrolment following the cap on student visas. The Nation reported that foreign students recently protested in Canada, following plans by the authorities to deport them on account of a new policy on immigration. The national cap, introduced in January by Immigration Minister Marc Miller, was initially aimed at reducing international student intake by 35% over the next two years. The temporary measure was put in place to address concerns over housing, healthcare, and other services strained by the growing number of international students. However, Gabriel Miller, president of Universities Canada, said there is a decline in international student admission. He told Global News that initial projections suggest a dramatic 45% drop in international student enrolments once universities complete their tallies in October. “There’s every possibility t...

 ASUU Protests Victimisation Of Lecturers Today The Academic Staff Union of Universities will hold a rally today, Tuesday, against the dismissal of five lecturers at Lagos State University, Ojo. A statement released by ASUU Owerri Zone said the lecturers were illegally dismissed. The rally commenced at 10 am. According to the letter, the union also listed other institutions where its members are facing victimisation, including Kogi State University (KSU), Ebonyi State University (EBSU), Ambrose Ali University Ekpoma (AAUE), Edo State, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Anambra State, and the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State. The statement reads in part, “Fellow Nigerian and compatriots, we are disheartened by the deliberate reluctance of the respective university administration governing councils and visitors of the stated universities to halt the spiralling victimisation of academic staff for all standing for truth. “The victimisation suffered ...

 DSS didn’t arrest Peter Obi – Aide Valentine Obienyem, Media Adviser to Mr. Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, in the 2023 general elections, has reacted to the rumour making the rounds that his principal was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) at his home in Anambra State. Obienyem in a statement on Tuesday, dismissed the report, describing it as false and baseless. He recalled that the rumour first surfaced on Saturday, but was promptly refuted, adding that despite this, the false narrative has continued to spread. According to Obienyem, Obi was not even in Anambra State at the time of the alleged incident. “As of Saturday, Mr. Obi was in Rwanda attending to important engagements. He has since returned to Nigeria and is currently in Edo State, where he is actively involved in party and national matters,” he said. “There was no DSS operation at his residence, and no arrest was made.” The statement also refuted the claim that Mr. Obi’s wife w...

 Victor Moses makes shock return to England, joins Luton Town Former Nigerian international, Victor Moses, has joined English side Luton Town, the club has confirmed. The 33-year-old became a free agent in the summer after leaving Spartak Moscow, the club he joined in 2021. Hatters manager, Rob Edwards, said the arrival of the former Wigan winger could help the club in his promotion quest. “Victor is one we’ve been talking to for quite a while. He trained with us last week and played 60 minutes in a behind-closed-doors game, and we decided because we think he’s able to come in and help us. “He gives us more strength in depth and versatility because he’s someone who can play both sides or as a number ten. “He’s played for so many different clubs in different ways and shapes, and under different managers, so he’s tactically aware. We think he’s someone who can provide some really good competition for us,” he said. Before moving to Russia, Moses had a successful stint with Chelsea. Du...

 Enugu cracks down on sale of dead animals The Enugu State Government has issued a strong warning to butchers and poultry farmers to stop selling animals and chickens that died from unknown causes. A joint statement on Tuesday by the Commissioners for Health and Agriculture, Prof Ikechukwu Obi and Mr Patrick Ubru threatened sanctions against those engaging in the unhealthy practice. The warning followed a tip-off from the public that animals that died from flu and other diseases were being sold in meat markets. According to the statement, the government has activated its public health, veterinary, and disease surveillance departments to investigate the information. Describing the practice as unacceptable, the commissioners warned that consuming dead animals can have serious health implications. “State health officers are now inspecting livestock farms and abattoirs to prevent this practice, and offenders will face punishment. “The government reiterates that the sale of animals that...

 Let your meters be correct, We can’t be buying fuel at this price, and you people are still robbing us” – Adeniyi Johnson appeals to filling station owners Adeniyi Johnson has made a passionate appeal to owners of filling stations. In an Instagram post, he noted how this is their time and season, but he appealed to them to do them a favour. Telling them to let their meters be correct, he stated that he can’t buying fuel at such prices and people are still robbing them. “Dear filling station owners. We know it’s your time and season but at least do us a favor Let your meters be correct. We can’t be buying fuel at this price, and you people are still robbing us!!”

 There has been a lot of sacrifice ” – Toke Makinwa speaks on her journey as an actor Toke Makinwa shared some candid thoughts about her growth as an actress, starting from her highs and lows, down to where she is at the moment in her career. She started by talking about the number of movies she’s worked on this year so far, and here’s what she wrote 5 movies with yours truly, the second half of the year and I’m fully in my Acting Bag. Thankful for growth, grateful for versatile roles too. I’m really doing this guys” Going forward, Toke Makinwa spoke about all the things she has missed out on, just to focus on her acting career, and she wrote; “There has been a lot of sacrifice too. I’ve missed out on so much fun things happening but there’ll always be time to turn up some more. Once I commit to something, I chase it with everything.”

 For the first time, I was surprised” – Empress Njamah laments over her 4 failed attempt at surprising Mercy Johnson and her husband  Nollywood actress and Queen of Surprises Empress Njamah has bitterly lamented over her inability to surprise her colleague, Mercy Johnson and her husband Reported on August 27th that Mercy Johnson and her husband celebrated their wedding anniversary, and two days later, the movie star celebrated her 40th birthday. Empress, who runs a surprise company, had tried to surprise the movie star for four days, but all her efforts were fruitless. Narrating the incident on her YouTube page, she noted how she tried contacting the couple, but they didn’t respond. Empress revealed that she had tried reaching her through Yvonne Jegede, but it didn’t go through Despite this, she described the actress as an amazing person as she celebrated her and her husband’s marital milestone. Empress recounted how she was with Mercy when she got married and is grateful that...

 Congratulatory messages pour in as Paul Okoye and wife, Ifeoma, allegedly welcome their first child  Nigerian music star and the second half of the famous music group Psquare Paul Okoye and his wife, Ifeoma have reportedly welcomed their first child.  reported in May that news circulated that the model and influencer was expecting the singer’s fourth child, as he has three kids from his previous marriage to Anita Okoye. Ifeoma later confirmed the news as she shared a glimpse of her protruding baby bump as she vibed to a Nigerian song. During the weekend, the couple held a baby shower in the US, where Paul was captured doing barbecue, and in another, Ifeoma, who wore a red dress, was captured in all smiles as she danced with her friends. Now, reports are making rounds online that the couple have welcomed their first child, a baby girl. Blogger Kemi Ashefon Love Haven had shared photos of the newborn. Many flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages for the co...

 Davido hits major milestone as he makes it to the Billboard honor roll of 2024 Davido just achieved a major milestone in his career, and the excited singer took to Instagram to share the good news. The talented singer attached a photo from the Billboard awards, which held the names of various artists, who topped charts on the honor roll for Billboard, included Davido’s name. Davido also happened to be the only Nigerian singer to make it to the list, which is a quite a big deal for any artist at all Over the years, Davido has proven himself to be one of the greatest of his time. He has had quite a number of successful albums and shows that pulled in thousands of fans. He has performed in many countries outside Africa, and he often draws mammoth crowds during his performances, which goes to show just how far his influence has gone. During the just concluded Grammys, Davido was nominated under the Afrobeats category, among other Nigerian artists, but he didn’t win.

 To connect to God the Password is Prayer - Nigeria Controversial Singer Portable Zazzu Lecture Fans Portable Omolalomi Aka Zazzu have lecture fans on how to connect to their creators and make things easier for them. In his post portable said CONNECT TO GOD THE PASSWORD IS PRAYER WAIT MAKE GOD CALL YOU BEFORE YOU DEY CALL YOURSELF PASTOR … NEVER LET YOUR FEAR DECIDE YOUR FUTURE .. A FRIEND OF A RICH MAN IS NOT A RICH MAN BUT A FRIEND OF A THIEF IS A THIEF… GBOGBO EMI TI MONITOR MI FUN IBI OLUWA KOLU WON GOD SENT OMO OLOHUN 🙏 Many applauded the singer as they can see sensible words in his write up

 Court Jails Internet Fraudster in Enugu Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court, sitting in Independence Layout, Enugu has convicted and jailed one Okwudili Joseph for fraud. He was prosecuted on one-count-charge bordering on impersonation and cybercrime by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The charge reads: “That you, Okwudili Joseph, on or about the 5th day of June, 2024 at Enugu, Enugu State, within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, fraudulently impersonated one Jim Warren, a gas detection specialist from United States of America with intent to gain advantage for yourself and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 22 (3) (a) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015 and punishable under Section 22 (4) of the same Act.” He pleaded “guilty” when the charge was read to him, following which prosecution counsel, Mohammed Shehu reviewed the facts of the case and prayed the...

 Jamila Bio Ibrahim: Youth Minister Under Fire Over misplaced leadership  A renowned member of the Tinubu Support Organization (TSO) and Spokesperson of the group, Hon. Franklin Njoku known for his sociopolitical clout has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately review the activities of the Honourable Minister of Youth Development Dr. Jamila Ibrahim Bio. Hon. Franklin in a statement on Monday, blamed most of the recent outrage by youths in the country on the incompetence of Jamila, her professional inabilities, lukewarm strategies, and unlivable programs for youths. Hon. Franklin held firm that the Minister has failed in her mandate to communicate and engage the Nigerian youths properly. He made emphasis on the recent Endbadgovernance protest which led to several political and economic setbacks. He recalled that prior to the protest, efforts made by youth groups and channelled through the office of Minister of Youths were all ignored, especially in such sensitive time...

 DSS releases Joe Ajaero after several hours in custody The Department of State Services (DSS) has released Joe Ajaero, president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), from its custody. Benson Upah, spokesperson of the NLC, told TheCable that Ajaero was arrested on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja as he was about to board a flight to the UK.

 Ask Gov Yusuf to account for FG’s palliatives sent to Kano, APC replies Kwankwaso   The opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano state has replied to the chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, who criticised the method adopted by the federal government in the distribution of rice palliatives to the needy in the state. Kwankwaso on his Facebook page had stated that the federal government’s decision to give Kano’s share of the palliative to APC stalwarts in the state was a disservice to democracy since the palliatives to 35 other states were given to their respective governors. Kano APC Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, however, said the decision was informed by President Bola Ahmad Tinubu’s dissatisfaction with the previous exercise in the state when the palliatives were given to the state government to ease hardship. Abbas in a statement on his X, formerly Twitter, said the federal government was committed to reducing hunger...

 Lagos Taskforce has carried out an extensive anti-okada operation where 120 bikes, aka okadas were confiscated at Iyana-Iba, Liasu Road in Ikotun, and Egbeda Bus Stop.  These areas are restricted, and okada operations are strictly prohibited. Taskforce112 urges any operator still in the practice of okada riding on the Highways and restricted routes to desist or risk having his bike seized and forfeitted to Lagos State Government #SafetyFirst #LagosTaskforce" More photos below.