The September 21 gubernatorial election in Edo State is just around the corner, and the three major political parties – the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Labour Party (LP) – have flagged off their campaigns. However, internal wranglings within the parties are threatening to tear them apart and jeopardize…
Federal government through Minister Works, David Umahi has cancelled road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the decision, citing substantial project delays and contractors’ non-compliance with their contractual duties. The cancelled contracts…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the federal government and the Department of State Services (DSS). Kanu’s lawsuit, which sought N1 billion in damages, alleged that his fundamental rights were violated by the defendants. However, the court…
Olu Jacobs’ family has released a video of the veteran actor to prove that he is alive and well, contrary to reports that he had passed away. The video shows Jacobs receiving a haircut as he prepares for an event, and he can be seen chatting with his wife, Joke Silva. Jacobs himself dispels the…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC Ltd) has frowned at a recent video circulating on social media showing a fuel pump attendant allegedly compelling customers to buy lubricants or engine oil before purchasing petrol. NNPC Retail has clarified that this allegation is entirely false and contradicts its Customer Service Charter. The Corporation emphasized that…
In a significant operation against drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a staggering haul of codeine syrup valued at over N7.3 billion at the Port Harcourt Ports complex in Rivers state. This seizure, comprising 6,125 cartons containing 1,050,000 bottles of codeine syrup, marks the third such interception in…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been embroiled in numerous controversies, revealing a pattern of unprofessional conduct by its operatives. The recent raid at a Lagos hotel on June 27th, 2024, is a glaring example. In a viral video, EFCC agents were seen forcefully entering a room, ransacking it, and manhandling a female…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is set to flag off the construction of multiple infrastructure projects in Abuja this week. The projects include the building of bus terminals in Mabushi and Kugbo, the upgrade of Kwaita-Yebu Road, and the construction of the Court of Appeal Abuja Division. The Federal Executive…
Nigerian rapper and singer, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has revealed why he is still single at 33. In a recent interview with Naija 102.7 FM, Lagos, he revealed that he’s being cautious to avoid marrying the wrong person. Despite his parents’ pressure, particularly his father, Femi Falana, Falz said he is determined to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed an executive order aimed at increasing local production of healthcare products. The order removes tariffs, excise duties, and value-added tax (VAT) on imported pharmaceutical inputs, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and other essential raw materials. This move is expected to reduce production costs and enhance the competitiveness of…
