The Kano State Government has banned live political programmes across all media platforms in the state, citing the need to preserve the state’s cultural and religious values. According to a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, journalists and media guests are now required to sign an undertaking to avoid making…
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is set to host the 14th edition of AFRICAST, Africa’s premier broadcast and media technology event, from October 20 to 24, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja, Lagos. The event, themed “Navigating the Digital Surge: Building a Resilient African Media Ecosystem for the Future,” aims to provide a…
Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, is reportedly on the verge of signing a monumental contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli. The deal, estimated at €160 million over four years, would make him one of the highest-paid footballers globally. According to multiple reports, including Rai Sport and Calciomercato.it,…
The Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), Barrister Kamoru Ogunlana, has expressed concern over the influx of unauthorized persons into the National Assembly Complex, citing growing insecurity challenges. While declaring open a 3-day retreat in Abuja, Ogunlana tasked stakeholders to work out modalities towards strengthening the internal security mechanism to address the issue. The retreat,…
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, celebrated his first Mass on Friday in the Sistine Chapel with the cardinals who elected him. This significant event marks the beginning of his papacy, leading 1.4 billion Roman Catholics worldwide. Born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, Illinois, in 1955, Pope Leo XIV grew up in a devout…
Veteran Fuji musician General Kollington Ayinla has stated that Salawa Abeni remains his wife until death, despite their three decades of separation. Kollington made this assertion despite Salawa’s current relationship with another man, claiming that her present partner has merely “borrowed” her from him. In a recent interview with Teju BabyFace, Kollington explained that the…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that he will not resign from his position despite mounting pressure from civil society organisations (CSOs) and other groups. Akpabio has come under fire over allegations of sexual harassment and claims linking him to electoral fraud in the 2019 general election. It will be recalled that in March, Natasha…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against attempts to create a one-party state through manipulative strategies. Speaking at a recent event in Abuja, Jonathan emphasized the importance of Nigeria’s democratic diversity and the need for fair political competition. Jonathan’s remarks come amid rising concerns over alleged efforts by the ruling All Progressives…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage and American singer Usher Raymond have sparked relationship rumors after a viral video of them doing the 30 Seconds Challenge together in London. Usher brought Tiwa Savage on stage as a surprise guest at his ‘Past Present Future’ tour stop at London’s O2 Arena. The crowd went wild as they…
Nigerian gospel singer Muyiwa Olarewaju has recounted a disturbing incident where he narrowly escaped a robbery attempt in February. The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. while Olarewaju was on his way to work. A young white man attempted to break into Olarewaju’s vehicle and smashed the window. Fortunately, the singer managed to escape the situation…
