Deji Adeyanju, a Lawyer/activist, has said that the Obidients, the support group for Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, are going to be the…
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Number of work visas to foreign nationals drop drastically – UK Home Office reveals
The UK Home Office has revealed that the number of visas issued to foreign nationals coming to the country for work, study, family, or humanitarian reasons has dropped sharply, driven…
EFCC invites CBEX victims to assist investigations, gives meeting addresses
Some victims of the alleged fraudulent Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) have been invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to its Ibadan and Lagos 2 Zonal Directorates to assist in the…
Bandits rob, kill police operative in Bayelsa
Bandits shot a police operative dead in Bayelsa State on Tuesday, August 19, after robbing him of his mobile phone. The Punch reports that the slain policeman man identified as…
Paracetamol use in pregnancy may increase children’s risk of autism and ADHD, new research reveals
A new research has revealed that using paracetamol, the most commonly used painkillers for headaches, stomach aches and other minor ailments, may pose risks for pregnant women. The study published…
Abducted vigilante found dead and body mutil@ted in Imo
The vigilante that was abducted during a clash between herdsmen and local security operatives in Amakohia-Ubi community, Owerri-West Local Government Area of Imo State, has been found dead and his…
Aliko Dangote’s wealth increases by almost 100% to $23.9bn, now the 86th richest in the world
Aliko Dangote, a Nigerian business tycoon, has now emerged as the 86th richest man in the world as his net worth increased by nearly 100%, reaching an impressive $23.9 billion,…
“The dignity of human life must be restored as a sacred priority in our country,” — Peter Obi reacts to fresh killings in Katsina
Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has expressed deep grief over the killing of more than 50 people in Katsina State, describing the incident as a painful reminder of…
ASUU rejects govt staff loan to university workers
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has rejected the government’s newly introduced Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a loan scheme for lecturers and other university staff, just like it rejected the…
Mr Eazi responds to claim he released song to recoup money spent on wedding
Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has replied an X user who said that he released new music to recoup all the money he spent on his wedding…
“I will never advise my son to play for this country” – Taribo West says painfully at Peter Rufai’s funeral
Taribo West, a former Super Eagles defender, has said that he will never permit his son to play for Nigeria in football. He made this statement at the funeral of…
Father of four takes his life over financial hardship in Imo state
Odomma, a 50-year-old man has committed suicide in the Amakpu Okuku community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State over financial difficulties that left him unable to provide…
Flight attendant found ‘high on drugs and n@ked in plane toilet’
A British Airway cabin crew member was found n@ked and high on drugs onboard a flight. On a flight from California to London, Haden Pentecost, 41, from Basingstoke, was found agitated, sweating…
“Your father’s name may open doors, but only your work will keep you inside” – late President Umar Musa Yar’Adua’s nephew advises Nigerians
Umar Yar’Adua, son of Senator AbdulAziz Yar’Adua and nephew of the late former President Umar Musa ‘Yar’Adua, has taken to social media to advise people to ensure they build a…
Vigilant Group captures suspected bandit during a midnight attack on Benue community
The Vigilant youths of Bigwa community have captured a suspected bandit during a midnight attack on Bigwa village in Mbayenge, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. Reports gathered that…
ASUU threatens to begin nationwide strike, says FG has failed to prioritize its demands
Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced preparations to hold rallies across public universities next week to protest over the federal government’s failure to prioritize its demands, particularly the…
We’ll soon name terrorism financiers in Nigeria – Chief of Defence Staff
Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, has made a remark saying the process of identifying and prosecuting terrorism financiers in Nigeria is ongoing. Musa made this statement during an…
“It’s for your future and the future of your children,” Tinubu urges Nigerians in Japan to support Nigeria’s growth
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians living in Japan to contribute to building and developing the economy of Nigeria. Tinubu made this appeal during a meeting with members of…
EFCC declares Atiku’s son-in-law wanted over alleged money laundering
Abdullahi Bashir Haske, a businessman and son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged case of…
NELFUND clarifies new guidelines on student upkeep loan disbursement, application process
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) said on Thursday that the upkeep loans for students in Nigerian tertiary institutions will henceforth be strictly tied to the academic session of their respective institutions.…
