Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer and producer, Temilade Openiyi, better known by her stage name as Tems, has become the first African female to join the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s San Diego Football Club.l, a Major League Soccer team in the United States. The club announced on Wednesday, that […]
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On Foreign News, Ghana Declares Ex-Finance Minister Ofori-Atta Wanted for Corruption
On Foreign News, Ghana’s former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has been declared wanted by the country’s special prosecutor over corruption allegations. Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng accused Ofori-Atta of causing financial loss to the state, particularly in the controversial National Cathedral project, where $58 million in public funds were allegedly misused. […]
Valentine Day: Oyo govt reiterates safety guidelines for celebrations
Ahead of the February 14 Valentine’s Day celebrations, the Oyo State government has emphasized strict adherence to safety guidelines to prevent tragedies. Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, issued a statement on Wednesday, stressing the importance of involving security agencies such as the Police, Civil Defence, Amotekun, and […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency says 14 Million Nigerians Trapped in Drug Addiction
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has revealed that over 14 million Nigerians are addicted to harmful drugs. Deputy Commander of NDLEA Ondo State, Mrs. Yetunde Joyifous, made this known at a drug awareness program in Ile Oluji/Oke-Igbo LGA on Wednesday. She emphasized that drug abuse negatively alters users’ […]
Legal Practitioner Madu Extols Soludo For Achievements In Infrastructure, Security
A lawyer and community leader, Barr Nonso Madu has commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo on the giant strides being made by his administration in Anambra State. Speaking during a chat with journalists, Barr Madu noted that the massive infrastructural development currently going on in the state has turned Anambra state into […]
Tax reform: Reps divided as bills scale second reading
The House of Representatives has advanced four tax reform bills, transmitted by President Bola Tinubu in 2024, to the next legislative stage after passing the second reading on Wednesday. The bills—the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill—stem from […]
FG congratulates Nigeria’s representative re-elected as AU commissioner
The Federal Government has congratulated Ambassador Bankole Adeoye on his re-election as the African Union (AU) Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security. In a statement on Wednesday, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, praised Adeoye’s leadership in advancing peace, security, and governance across Africa. He expressed confidence in […]
Anambra Government Seals Shrine Over Fraud Allegations
The Anambra State Government has sealed a shrine in Umuofor village, Okija, Ihiala LGA, following fraud complaints from residents. The shrine, operated by self-proclaimed native doctor Ekene Igboegbueze, allegedly promised people supernatural wealth. Special Adviser on Community Security, Ken Emeakayi, led the operation, stating the business violated Anambra’s Homeland Security […]
President TINUBU says Nigeria to Lead AI Innovation.
President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is set to lead Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation in Africa through a partnership with Google. Following a meeting with Google and Alphabet CEO, Sundar Pichai, in France, Tinubu shared on his official X handle on Wednesday, that discussions focused on AI research, cloud […]
‘Major crisis’: Pope Francis rebukes Trump mass deportation efforts
On the foreign Scene Pope Francis has strongly condemned US President Donald Trump’s mass deportation program, calling it a major crisis that harms the dignity of migrants and refugees. In a letter to US bishops, the Pope acknowledged a nation’s right to security but warned that deporting vulnerable individuals fleeing […]