Joeboy Loses N3 Million Bet as Arsenal Defeats Real Madrid 3-0 in UEFA Champions League Clash

In a stunning UEFA Champions League quarter-final showdown, Nigerian Afropop sensation Joeboy faced a heavy financial loss after Arsenal convincingly defeated Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium. The music star, known for hit tracks like “Sip (Alcohol)” and “Contour”, placed a hefty N3 million bet on Real Madrid to secure […]

55 Shops Destroyed in Zamfara Central Market Fire Outbreak

Another devastating fire outbreak in Zamfara Central Market herbal section occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, destroying at least 55 shops, leaving many traders in despair. This tragedy comes barely six weeks after a similar inferno razed over 100 shops in the same market. ? What Happened? The fire started around 1:00 AM, catching […]

Rivers State Political Crisis: Eze Claims Plot to Prevent Fubara’s Return to Office

Prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has raised serious allegations about an orchestrated effort to discredit suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, in what he calls a deliberate attempt to block the Governor’s reinstatement to the Brick House. According to Eze, credible evidence points to a coordinated plot involving falsehoods aimed at […]

Court to Hear Constitutional Lawsuit on Suspension of Rivers State Executive Leaders

The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has fixed May 21, 2025, as the official hearing date for a constitutional case filed by Belema Briggs and other concerned citizens. The lawsuit challenges the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and the state House of Assembly, following the declaration of a state of […]

US Warns UN of Zero Tolerance for Bad-Faith Ukraine Peace Talks

In a firm statement to the United Nations, the United States has declared it will not entertain any deceptive peace talks or breaches of trust in the ongoing efforts to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Acting US Ambassador to the UN, Dorothy Shea, addressed the 15-member UN Security Council, highlighting the US’s unwavering […]

Trump Reinstates Terminated Foreign Aid Programs for Emergency Food Relief

In a surprising turn of events, former US President Donald Trump has initiated the reinstatement of at least six critical foreign aid programs recently terminated under his administration. These programs, mainly focused on emergency food assistance, are vital to countries experiencing humanitarian crises, such as Lebanon, Syria, Somalia, Jordan, Iraq, and Ecuador. This reversal highlights […]

Eight Die of Cholera in South Sudan Following US Aid Withdrawal

Tragic Loss: Cholera Claims Eight Lives in South Sudan Amid Aid Shortfall At least eight people—including five young children—have tragically lost their lives during a desperate three-hour walk in scorching heat to find medical help. This heartbreaking event occurred in South Sudan after US-funded health services were scaled back due to budget cuts imposed by […]

Chinese Miners Were Trailed from Ebonyi Before Attack in Abia — Government Reveals

Incident Overview: Authorities in Abia State have confirmed that the two Chinese miners and a police escort, recently killed in Uturu, may have been trailed by assailants from Ebonyi State. This revelation came during a press briefing on Monday by Okey Kanu, the state’s Commissioner for Information. The update followed the Abia State Executive Council […]

Governor Mutfwang Labels Plateau Killings as Genocide, Calls for Urgent Action

Overview of the Crisis in Plateau State In recent weeks, Plateau State has faced a series of deadly attacks across multiple communities, particularly within the Bokkos Local Government Area. These assaults have led to the tragic deaths of over 50 individuals, with thousands forced to flee their homes, leaving entire villages in ruins. The Governor […]

21 Months On: NDLEA Yet to Compensate Family of Toddler Killed in Delta State Raid

More than 21 months have passed since the tragic incident in Delta State where two young brothers were struck by stray bullets during a National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) raid. Despite earlier promises and public outcry, the family has received neither justice nor compensation, and the surviving child is still at risk of going […]

Neda Imasuen to Northern Politicians: Respect Power Rotation, Wait Until 2031

In a recent media briefing in Benin City, Senator Neda Imasuen, who represents Edo South in Nigeria’s National Assembly under the Labour Party, called on Northern politicians eyeing the 2027 presidency to honor the informal zoning tradition and allow the South complete its eight-year tenure. Imasuen emphasized the importance of respecting the longstanding, though unwritten, […]

Labour Party’s Julius Abure Declares No Leadership Vacancy Amid NEC Tensions with Obi and Otti

Abuja, Nigeria – Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has firmly stated that the leadership structure of the party remains intact, cautioning against attempts to create confusion ahead of a planned National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. Abure’s comments came just days before a scheduled NEC gathering organized by former presidential candidate […]

Tinubu’s Retirement Possible Only in 2031 – APC Chieftain Counters SDP Coalition Plan

A prominent figure in Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayekooto Akindele, has firmly stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu can only be retired from politics in the year 2031, countering recent speculation about a united opposition strategy. This statement follows a bold remark made by Adewale Adebayo, former Social Democratic Party (SDP) […]