Shelve it, Alake warns against calls for Nigeria’s breakup
The Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, has appealed to those calling for the secession of Nigeria to shelve the idea. The monarch warned that those beating the drum of war in Nigeria are not only calling for chaos in the country but in Afric…

Kaduna: PDP condemns rising spate of insecurity
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Kaduna State Chapter, has condemned in strong terms the rising spate of insecurity in the state. The party noted that it is no longer news that the state has become the hotbed of Kidnappings, armed banditry and oth…

Buhari, APC failed to deliver campaign promises – Gov Fayemi
Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has insisted that his party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, and President Muhammadu Buhari, have failed to deliver all the campaign promises to Nigerians. Fayemi said APC leaders should take responsibility …

2023 presidency: North has not forgiven Igbos for killing Sardauna of Sokoto – Doyin Okupe

Canada police arrest 18 suspects over ‘stolen vehicles’ worth $4.5m shipped to Nigeria, Ghana

FIFA Council: Amaju Pinnick’s emergence makes no difference for Nigeria – Oliseh
Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, says the emergence of Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick as a member of the FIFA Council makes no difference for Nigeria. Oliseh gave the explanation during an interview session …

Gunmen invade another farm in Oyo, kill one
Some gunmen numbering about seven have invaded another farm in Oyo State. It was gathered on Friday that a farm customer, an indigene of Benue State from Igede tribe was killed during the invasion of the farm located at Fiditi, one of the towns in A…

Osinbajo has committed many sins, Tinubu will lose control of Lagos – Cleric
Apostle Paul Okikijesu of the Christ Apostolic Miracle Ministry, has asked Nigerians to pray God to forgive Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, because, according to him, the VP has allegedly committed many sins. He also said that Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the …

Burna Boy’s Grammy’ll make people take work seriously –RMD
Ever since singer, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, was announced as the winner of the ‘Best Global Music Album’ category of the Grammy Awards 2021, the ‘Twice as tall’ singer has been lavished with praises from his fans and other Nigerians. Commending …

Don’t compare my colleague’s daughter with mine, Biodun Okeowo warns
Popular actress, Biodun Okeowo has warned fans to stop comparing her daughter with that of her colleagues in any way. The curvy actress cautioned one of her followers on Instagram, who commented on her post. The follower had said that other celebrit…

S3xual harassment allegation: Police hunt Fani-Kayode’s ex-nanny, arrest driver
The FCT police command has begun a search for Anthonia Uchenna, a nanny who alleged her former boss and ex-Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode s3xually harassed her. Others who are being hunted are: Emmanuel Anakan (former dog handler), O…

Kidnapping: Kaduna drivers warned against night trips
Chairman, Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria, Mando Chapter in Kaduna, Ibrahim Danborno, has cautioned drivers against embarking on night journeys to avoid falling victims of kidnappers. Danborno gave the advice in an interview with t…

Bayern Munich block Lewandowski from playing against England
Bayern Munich have confirmed Robert Lewandowski will not join up with the Poland national team, for their game against England on March 31. With COVID-19 still raging across Europe, Bundesliga players would be forced to self-isolate for 14 days upon…

COVID-19: Total active cases drop as NCDC discharges 538 patients
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, has confirmed the recovery and discharge of 538 COVID-19 patients managed in Lagos, FCT and Kwara states. The health agency made this known on Friday night via a report on its official website. NCDC also…

Forget government job, it’s not profitable – Umahi tells Nigerian youths
The Governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi, at the weekend tasked Nigerian youths to forget about government jobs which according to him, add no profit to their destiny. Umahi made this known while addressing the National Association of Nigeria…

BREAKING: Court remands 80-year-old Oyo PDP leader over Aborode’s death
An 80-year-old chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Igangan, simply identified as Pa Olawuwo, has been arraigned in court over the killing of Dr Fatai Aborode. Our correspondent gathered on Thursday that Olawuwo was arrested and taken to t…

Troops storm kidnap syndicate, kill bandits in Zamfara
Troops of Sector 3 Operation HADARIN DAJI of the Nigerian Army have neutralised scores of bandits when they stormed Kabasa Village in Magami Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Tuesday. The operation which was carried out following a tip-off…

I will love to bring Fela Kuti back to life — Wizkid
Wizkid, Nigerian singer said “I will love to bring Fela Kuti back to life”. The Starboy Entertainment boss made this known during an interview on Red Radio. In the course of the chat, Wizzy was asked who he would love to bring back between Bob Marle…

Police arrest 80-year-old PDP leader over Aborode’s killing
Oyo State Police command has arrested an 80-year-old chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Igangan, simply identified as Pa Olawuwo, over the killing of Dr Fatai Aborode. Our correspondent gathered on Thursday that Olawuwo was arrested and t…

Nigeria joins UK to nominate Dapo Akande for UN body — their first-ever joint candidate

Alleged missing arms funds: Oduduwa group demands resignation of NSA Monguno
The Coalition of Oduduwa Descendants (COD) has called for the immediate resignation of the National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno, for allegedly failing the Nigerian people. The development followed the recent allegation by the NSA that some fu…

I will fail if you put me in an office setting, says Ice Prince
Popular rapper, Panshak Zamani a.k.a Ice Prince has averred that he will fail if he is put in an office setting, adding that music was the only thing he could do after dropping out of the university at an early age. The acclaimed rapper made this…

Europa League: Hugo Lloris attacks Tottenham players, names those responsible for 3-0 defeat to Dinamo
Tottenham Hotspur captain, Hugo Lloris, has slammed his Jose Mourinho’s men for lacking the basic and fundamental attitude following their shock 3-0 defeat against Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League round of 16 second-leg tie on Thursday night. Llor…

One killed as bandits attack Zamfara, set market ablaze
Gunmen suspected to be bandits, yesterday opened fire at Yartashar Sahabi Market, under Dansadau Emirate in Maru Local Government area of Zamfara State, killing one person, injured many, and set the market ablaze. An eyewitness, who pleaded anonymit…

I am single, unavailable – Diane Russet
Reality Tv star and actress, Diane Russet has urged those trying to romantically link her with her colleagues to stop. The ‘Ricordi’ damsel made this known while reacting to a fan who wished she dated music star, Mayorkun. “I don’t know if they’ve m…

Nigeria exports timber but imports toothpick – Dino Melaye mocks Buhari government
Former Senator who represented the Kogi West Senatorial District in the 8th Assembly, Dino Melaye, has mimicked the President Muhammadu Buhari’s government over alleged bad governance. The former senator, in a tweet on his official Twitter handle o…

I don’t have political godfather, says Makinde
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has said he has no political godfather and that he got to the position of governor through the help of God. Makinde who spoke at the Pan Yoruba Congress held at Mapo Hall, Ibadan, said he’s ready to leave the…

My wife still denies me s3x, 80-year-old professor tells court
An 80 year-old retired lecturer, Prof. Muritala Haroon, on Thursday told a Customary Court sitting in Mapo, that his wife, Afsat, still denies him s3x. At the resumed hearing in the suit, Haroon said:”my wife did not abide by the advice given to her…

Hijab Controversy: Christians vow to continue protest in Ilorin
The Christian community in Ilorin has vowed to continue their protest against the use of hijab by Muslim girls in the ten mission schools closed down by the State government. A credible source within the state chapter of the Christian Association of…

I prefer everyone prospering than having few billionaires – Tony Elumelu
Chairman of Heirs Holdings Tony Elumelu has called on African leaders to think about making prosperity their priority for everyone. Elumelu said he prefers everyone to prosper than money being in the hands of a few billionaires. He made this known…

Arsenal vs Olympiacos: Arteta’s squad for Europa League tie at Emirates confirmed
Arsenal’s squad to face Olympiacos in today’s UEFA Europa League round of 16, second-leg tie at Emirates Stadium has been revealed. Arsenal had defeated Olympiacos 3-1 in the first leg in Greece. Mikel Arteta’s men head to the game after beating Tot…

Lady stranded at Lagos Airport after deportation from Oman
A Nigerian lady identified as Funmilayo Victoria Fehintola has been found roaming at the international wing of the Murtala Muhammad Airport in Lagos. The 31-year-old who is alleged to have lost her memory was reportedly deported from Oman. She arriv…

Impeached Ogun Deputy Speaker goes to court, demands N1.5b
Barely two weeks after his impeachment as the Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Oludare Kadiri has headed to court to challenge his removal. It had earlier reported that Kadiri was removed over alleged gross misconduct and ins…

Chelsea vs Atletico Madrid: Tuchel names player his team misses during Champions League win
Chelsea boss, Thomas Tuchel, has named midfielder, Mason Mount, as the player his team missed during their Champions League round of 16 second-leg 2-0 victory over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. Tuchel admitted that Chelsea missed the England i…
WHO reacts as countries in EU suspends AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine was temporarily suspended by some countries in the European Union (EU) as a precautionary measure. It said the countries suspended the vaccines due to reports of rare blood co…

We’ll unleash mayhem, hoist Biafran flags in Nigeria, Cameroon – BNL boasts
The Biafra Nations League, BNL in Bakassi Peninsula, has threatened to unleash mayhem on any security agency that will stop their operations in the region. According to the group, they have taken over the creeks and bushes of the region to hoist the…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic recalled to Sweden squad
AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been recalled to Sweden’s squad for their upcoming 2022 World Cup qualifiers. Ibrahimovic has not played for his country since announcing his retirement from international football back in 2016, but has been i…
Kwara reopens 10 Christian schools, insists on hijab ‘rights’ for Muslim students
The Kwara State Government has announced the reopening on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, of the 10 Christian schools that were recently shut down over the hijab crisis. A statement signed late Tuesday by Mrs Kemi Adeosun, Permanent Secretary, Ministry o…
APC attacks Obaseki for shifting 100-day anniversary to Delta
The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has slammed Governor Godwin Obaseki for marking his 100 days in office in neighbouring Delta State. In a statement by the Assistant State Publicity Secretary of the APC, Ofure Osehobo, the Chair…
Eight killed in Georgia shootings
Eight people, six of whom were Asian women, were killed in shootings at three different spas in the US state of Georgia Tuesday, with a 21-year-old man in custody on suspicion of staging all three attacks, police said. The shootings came with many A…
118 Nigerians stranded in Libya arrive in Abuja
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has announced the return of 118 Nigerians who were stranded in Libya. NIDCOM, in a post on Twitter, said the returnees who arrived in Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday include 51 males, 41 females, 17 childre…
I’ve been told to win Champions League title with Man City – Guardiola
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has not forgotten the message he received when he arrived at the club from Bayern Munich in 2016, to win the Champions League or you cannot be considered wholly successful. Guardiola revealed this after they s…
We’re not in military regime – Dele Momodu reacts as EFCC orders bankers to declare assets
Two kidnapped female students of OOU rescued
The two female students of the Olabisi Onabanjo University, OOU, Ogun State, kidnapped on Sunday have been rescued by the Ogun State Police Command. The students are Precious Adeyemo and Abiola Oyefule and were kidnapped in Ayetoro area of Ogun Sta…
Ekiti United players involved in auto crash
Players and officials of Ekiti United Football Club of Ado-Ekiti were on Tuesday involved in an auto crash. The club’s Media Officer, Quozeem Oladapo, made this known in a statement Tuesday night, describing the accident as “mild”. He noted that th…
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