Abdullahi Abdullahi Gwarzo, the former Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, recently shared his thoughts on his dismissal, attributing it to potential political interference. Gwarzo, who served under a senior minister managing the majority of the ministry’s operations, voiced his surprise at the decision, asserting that he was not found guilty of any…
Don Jazzy’s Bold Statement on DNA Testing and Paternity In a recent statement that has sparked considerable debate, Nigerian music mogul Don Jazzy emphasized the importance of DNA testing over traditional naming ceremonies, urging parents to prioritize genetic verification. According to him, establishing a biological connection should take precedence to prevent future conflicts and uncertainties…
Dr. Tunji Alausa, recently appointed as the Honourable Minister of State for Education, expressed profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for the opportunity to serve. In his opening remarks, he thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Assembly for the trust and confidence placed in him to lead Nigeria’s education sector in this esteemed role….
Renowned Nigerian actor and politician Desmond Elliot has come forward to firmly address recent allegations questioning his sexual orientation. In a statement that has garnered significant media attention, Desmond Elliot emphasized, “I’m straight. You can never find anyone straighter than me.” The response comes in light of recent social media speculation that has cast a…
Senator Shehu Sani, a prominent Nigerian politician and former lawmaker, recently condemned the age discrimination experienced by many Nigerian graduates. He highlighted how a significant number of unemployed graduates, who have spent years seeking employment, are often denied jobs due to government agencies’ age requirements. According to Sani, these stringent age limits exclude thousands of…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the conviction of seven internet fraudsters in Benin City, Edo State, between November 6 and 7, 2024. The convicts, including Johnson Matthew Ebosa, Marvelous Osayenma, Imoniwe Joshua, Michael Agbowemeh San, Alvin Nosakhare Osareni, Precious Imoniwe, and Mike Ajufo, were sentenced by Justice A.N. Erhabor of the Edo…
Victor Osimhen’s clinical performance led Galatasaray to a remarkable victory over Tottenham Hotspur in Istanbul, marking Tottenham’s first defeat in the Europa League this season. The Nigerian forward scored twice to seal the 3-2 victory, capitalizing on Tottenham’s defensive errors and exploiting their struggles to control the game. Tottenham’s night took a further blow as…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, November 7, 2024, brought forward its second prosecution witness, Adesola Adeyinka, CEO of Credit PRO Business Limited, in a high-profile fraud trial involving Ruth and Oriyomi Idowu. The couple is accused of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that allegedly defrauded Credit PRO Business Limited and other entities…
Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has stirred a media storm after publicly accusing his twin brother and former musical partner, Peter Okoye (known as Mr. P), of stealing and releasing one of his unreleased songs without permission. The twin brothers, who together formed the iconic Nigerian pop duo P-Square, have had a famously rocky…
Edo State Former Governor Godwin Obaseki has voiced a strong stance regarding potential investigations by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), declaring he has no fear of the agency. His statement comes amidst widespread concerns over anti-corruption investigations targeting public officials. Speaking at a recent event in Benin City, Godwin Obaseki emphasized that his…
