The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economies of the world. Ghana is not left out of these economic challenges. Some Ghanaians have lost their jobs while others now receive half of their salaries prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Sunday (March 16, 2020), President Akufo-Addo directed schools in the country to shut down until further […]
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Soldiers Bust Hidden Gun Factory in Nasarawa as Suspect Tries to Hide on a Tree Top
Soldiers Bust Hidden Gun Factory in Nasarawa as Suspect Tries to Hide on a Tree Top A local arms manufacturer in Nasarawa State learned the hard way that “climbing a tree” is no match for the Nigerian Army’s surveillance. In a major win for regional security, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have shut down […]
Lagos Jails 26 Notorious ‘Omotaku’ Hoodlums and Sweeps 115 Beggars Off the Streets in Major New Year Crackdown
Lagos Jails 26 Notorious ‘Omotaku’ Hoodlums and Sweeps 115 Beggars Off the Streets in Major New Year Crackdown The era of “street tax” and highway harassment in Lagos is facing a major roadblock. In a swift and decisive operation on Monday, the Lagos State Government successfully cleared 115 beggars from the city’s major arteries and […]
“Cash, Classrooms, and Career Boosts!” Shettima Set to Launch Mega Empowerment Fund for Millions of Women and Youths
“Cash, Classrooms, and Career Boosts!” Shettima Set to Launch Mega Empowerment Fund for Millions of Women and Youths The Federal Government is moving to put more power and money into the hands of Nigeria’s youngest and most industrious citizens. This Wednesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima will officially pull back the curtain on a game-changing empowerment […]
Military Finally Admits Secret Coup Attempt, Indicted Officers Now Headed for Trial
Military Finally Admits Secret Coup Attempt, Indicted Officers Now Headed for Trial The Nigerian military has finally “come clean” regarding the whispers of unrest that have shadowed the Presidential Villa for months. In a major reversal of its previous stance, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that a group of soldiers did, in fact, attempt […]
Governor Adeleke Celebrates Osun Pride Ebenezer Babatope at 83
Governor Adeleke Celebrates Osun Pride Ebenezer Babatope at 83 Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is leading the tributes for one of Nigeria’s most respected political figures, Chief Ebenezer Babatope, as the elder statesman officially clocks 83. In a heartfelt congratulatory message released this Monday, Governor Adeleke described the former Minister of Transport and Aviation as […]
Governor Adeleke Accuses Oyetola of ‘Weaponizing’ Police and Banks to Cripple Osun Local Governments
Governor Adeleke Accuses Oyetola of ‘Weaponizing’ Police and Banks to Cripple Osun Local Governments The political temperature in Osun State has reached a boiling point as Governor Ademola Adeleke launched a scathing attack on his predecessor, Gboyega Oyetola, accusing him of using high-level federal connections to “strangle” the state’s grassroots governance. In a state broadcast […]
“Schools Are Ready, and Teachers Are Coming!” Adamawa Finalizes Hiring of 5,000 New Educators to Staff New Model Schools
“Schools Are Ready, and Teachers Are Coming!” Adamawa Finalizes Hiring of 5,000 New Educators to Staff New Model Schools The classroom doors in Adamawa State are about to swing open for thousands of new professionals. The state government has officially concluded the recruitment of 5,000 teachers, a move designed to completely transform the learning experience […]
Abia Lands Boss Storms Lagos to Bring Modern ‘E-Land’ Magic to Umuahia
Abia Lands Boss Storms Lagos to Bring Modern ‘E-Land’ Magic to Umuahia In a move to end the era of “missing files” and long wait times for property owners, the Abia State Government has sent its top land officials to school specifically the “Lagos School of Land Administration.” Abia’s Commissioner for Lands, Chaka Chukwumerije, spent […]
Goal King Victor Osimhen Smashes Galatasaray Record to Become the Quickest Player Ever to Hit 50 Goals
Goal King Victor Osimhen Smashes Galatasaray Record to Become the Quickest Player Ever to Hit 50 Goals The “Lion of Istanbul” has a new king of the jungle. Victor Osimhen has etched his name into the history books of Galatasaray, becoming the fastest player in the 21st century to reach 50 goals for the Turkish […]
Governor Yusuf and 22 Lawmakers Dump NNPP in Massive Power Shift to APC
Governor Yusuf and 22 Lawmakers Dump NNPP in Massive Power Shift to APC The political “Red Cap” movement in Kano State has suffered its most devastating blow yet. In a coordinated move that took place this weekend, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf led a massive convoy of elected officials out of the New Nigeria People’s Party […]
Firefighters Battle Huge Blaze as Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate Goes Up in Flames
Firefighters Battle Huge Blaze as Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate Goes Up in Flames Panic gripped residents and workers in the Mile 2 area of Lagos this Saturday evening as a massive fire tore through sections of the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate. The blaze, which started as the sun was setting, sent thick, dark smoke billowing […]
Ogun Govt Backtracks on Oil Drilling Location as Ipokia Community Protests Being ‘Snubbed’
Ogun Govt Backtracks on Oil Drilling Location as Ipokia Community Protests Being ‘Snubbed’ It turns out that a simple “slip of the pen” can spark a political firestorm. The Ogun State Government has been forced to clear the air after a major blunder in a press release led residents of Ipokia to believe they were […]
Lagos Lawmaker Foluke Osafile Dumps Labour Party to Join the Rising ADC Wave
Lagos Lawmaker Foluke Osafile Dumps Labour Party to Join the Rising ADC Wave The political landscape in Lagos has taken another dramatic turn as Mrs. Foluke Osafile, the lawmaker representing Amuwo-Odofin Constituency-01, officially resigned from the Labour Party (LP) to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Osafile, who also heads the House Committee on Wealth […]
Super Eagles Icon Victor Moses Snubs Big Leagues for Surprise Career Move
Super Eagles Icon Victor Moses Snubs Big Leagues for Surprise Career Move In a move that has left football fans across the globe scratching their heads in surprise, former Chelsea and Super Eagles wing-back Victor Moses has officially taken his talents to the heart of Central Asia. The 35-year-old veteran has signed a one-year contract […]
“From Throne to Lecture Hall!” Emir Sanusi Becomes a Student Again, Says He’s Happiest in the Classroom
“From Throne to Lecture Hall!” Emir Sanusi Becomes a Student Again, Says He’s Happiest in the Classroom Forget the royal palace for a moment the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is finding his true joy on a university campus. In a move that has surprised many and inspired even more, the influential monarch has […]
TASUED Gets ₦700 Million Student Loan Windfall as 5,000 Prepare for Graduation
TASUED Gets ₦700 Million Student Loan Windfall as 5,000 Prepare for Graduation It’s a season of double celebration at the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) as the institution prepares to send over 5,000 students into the workforce with their school fees fully settled by the federal government. The university’s management revealed that the Nigerian […]
“Serve Well and Get a Job!” Governor Otti Promises Automatic Employment and Better Pay for NYSC Members in Abia
“Serve Well and Get a Job!” Governor Otti Promises Automatic Employment and Better Pay for NYSC Members in Abia Serving in Abia State just got a whole lot more exciting for the latest batch of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members. Governor Alex Otti has raised the stakes by promising that if you work hard […]
Makinde Vows PDP Will Surprise Everyone in 2027 Despite Recent Defections to APC
Makinde Vows PDP Will Surprise Everyone in 2027 Despite Recent Defections to APC Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is sending a clear warning to his political rivals: don’t write the funeral songs for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) just yet. Speaking on the heels of recent political realignments that saw several opposition governors jump ship […]
Work Over Politics!” Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Snubs 2027 Ambition to Focus on Fixing Nigeria
Work Over Politics!” Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Snubs 2027 Ambition to Focus on Fixing Nigeria While the political “grapevine” is already buzzing with talk of the 2027 elections, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, is telling everyone to slow down. Speaking to journalists at his home in Bende, Abia State, this […]
PDP Faction Slams Judge for ‘Killing’ Their Case After They Tried to Drop It
PDP Faction Slams Judge for ‘Killing’ Their Case After They Tried to Drop It The internal war within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) took a sharp turn into the courtroom this Friday, as one faction accused the judiciary of “unfair play” following a controversial ruling in Abuja. The Kabiru Turaki-led group, which is currently fighting […]