Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has been honored with Cuba’s national medal of honor, the Haydee Santamaria Medal, in recognition of his lifelong dedication to cultural and political causes. The medal, named after the revolutionary heroine Haydee Santamaria, was presented to Wole Soyinka by Miguel Diaz-Canel, the first secretary of the central committee of the Communist…
In recent weeks, the Nigerian music scene has been stirred by the arrest of popular artist Dammy Krane, known for his vibrant performances and hit tracks. Dammy Krane, whose real name is Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel, found himself in a legal quandary following accusations of credit card fraud and theft. The singer has been held in…
In a recent wave of sensationalist headlines, music mogul Don Jazzy has vehemently denied reports alleging that he gifted content creator Egungun a staggering $300 million. The rumors began circulating after a poorly sourced article suggested that the prominent Nigerian producer had made such an extraordinary financial gesture. The claim quickly gained traction on social…
The (NCC) Nigerian Communications Commission has revealed a startling discovery in its efforts to curb identity theft and fraudulent activities in the telecommunications sector. Through collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the NCC has uncovered alarming cases where individuals possessed an unusually high number…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a directive to all state chapters and affiliate organizations to mobilize their members in solidarity with NLC President Joe Ajaero, who is expected to honor a police invitation regarding alleged terrorism on Thursday, August 29, 2024. This move is seen as a show of strength and unity among…
The legal troubles for Governor Aminu Tambuwal’s aide, have intensified after he was remanded in custody on charges of defamation. The aide, whose identity has been withheld pending further legal proceedings, allegedly spread false and damaging information about Governor Aminu Tambuwal and his wife on social media. These allegations, according to the prosecution, amount to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to hold crucial bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit. The summit, which will be held from September 4 to 6, 2024, serves as a significant platform for advancing diplomatic and economic ties between African nations and China. Tinubu, who…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of German tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new head coach of the Nigerian men’s national team, the Super Eagles. This decision, revealed early Tuesday morning through the NFF’s official communication channels, marks the culmination of months of extensive searching and deliberations to find a suitable…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made pivotal appointments to Nigeria’s national security apparatus, naming Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as the head of the Department of State Services (DSS). These appointments signify a major shift in the country’s intelligence leadership, promising to…
David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has issued a stern warning to contractors who have failed to deliver on their projects, declaring his readiness for a fierce legal battle. Drawing from his experience as the former governor of Ebonyi State, Umahi confidently stated, “I fought so many battles as governor… my name is David, I’m…
