Presidential Appointment of Bwala as Special Adviser: A Blow to Party Loyalists

A known critic and vocal opponent who had disparaged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, during the political campaign period has recently been rewarded with an appointment, under the guise of inclusivity and collaboration with opposition members. While it is commendable that the President was urged to show grace in victory and extend cooperation to the […]

According to reports, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is in a coma, and at a secret meeting, his son was selected as his successor.

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is reportedly in a coma, and his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has been named as his successor, according to Israeli news outlet Ynet News, citing Iran International. Mojtaba Khamenei, the 85-year-old leader’s second son, was allegedly selected as successor during a confidential meeting of the Assembly of Experts on September […]

Canada now permits international students to work up to 24 hours a week

Canada has updated its regulations to allow eligible international students to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic terms, an increase from the previous limit of 20 hours. This change aims to provide students with more opportunities to gain practical work experience while still prioritizing their academic commitments. Marc Miller, the Minister […]

Dangote looks to borrow money to expand its refinery.

Africa’s wealthiest individual, Nigerian tycoon Aliko Dangote, is in negotiations to secure billions of dollars in additional funding to expand operations at his $20 billion oil refinery located near Lagos. The refinery, one of the continent’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, aims to transform Nigeria’s energy sector and reduce the nation’s dependence on imported petroleum products. […]

13 more trafficking girls were saved from Ghana.

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), in partnership with key stakeholders, has successfully repatriated 13 more trafficked Nigerian girls from Ghana, bringing the total number of rescued victims to 163 over the past five months. This rescue mission was the result of a collaborative effort between the Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police, the Rescue Live Foundation […]

The United State election and Donald Trump’s comeback

The election of Mr. Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States has been a shocking turn of events, both for American Democrats and much of the world. This outcome is particularly jarring because it resulted in the victory of a leader burdened by significant criminal and moral controversies. Prior to the election, […]

Nigerian consumers are at a breaking point due to the unaffordable cost of living.

Nigeria is currently experiencing one of its most difficult economic periods, and for the average consumer, life is becoming increasingly unbearable. With inflation soaring to record levels, the naira’s value plummeting, fuel subsidies removed, and prices skyrocketing across the board, many Nigerians are finding it nearly impossible to survive. The purchasing power of ordinary Nigerians […]

4 persons charged to court for alleged blackmailing, cyber stalking

Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court in Lagos has mandated a swift trial for four bloggers accused of defamation and cyberstalking against the management of Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) and its Group CEO, Mr. Segun Agbaje. The defendants, identified as Precious Eze, Olawale Rotimi, Rowland Olonishuwa, and Seun Odunlami, face 10 revised […]

Obasanjo: Nigeria is a failed state due to Baba-go-slow, Emilokan

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized Nigeria’s current leadership, claiming that the country has become a “failed state” due to the policies of his successors, former President Muhammadu Buhari and President Bola Tinubu. He argued that their leadership has led Nigeria into a state of chaos, insecurity, and underdevelopment. Obasanjo made these remarks during a […]

Obasanjo request for sack of Mahmood Yakubu, other INEC leaders at federal, states, LGs

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the dismissal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, and all other commission officials, as part of necessary reforms to Nigeria’s electoral system. Obasanjo made this statement in a paper he presented at the Chinua Achebe Leadership Forum at Yale University in the […]

Just In #OndoDecides2024: INEC declares Aiyedatiwa winner

Ondo State Governor, Mr. Lucky Ayedatiwa, has been officially declared the winner of the state’s governorship election held on Saturday. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced his victory after he secured a win in all 18 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. Ayedatiwa, who had already won in 17 LGAs, clinched the final […]

Tinubu Awards Nigeria’s Second-Highest National Honour to India’s Prime Minister

President Bola Tinubu has presented the Grand Commander of the Order of Niger (GCON), Nigeria’s second-highest national honour, to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Abuja. This ceremony took place during ongoing discussions between Nigeria and India at the Presidential Villa. The GCON is a prestigious award, ranking just below the Grand Commander of the […]

Appeal Court Sacks MC Oluomo As NURTW President

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has officially removed Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, from his position as the President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). This decision was made by a three-judge panel, headed by Justice Hamma Barka, who upheld the ruling made earlier by the National Industrial Court […]