The House of Representatives yesterday inaugurated an Ad-hoc Committee to investigate the deduction of taxes and sundry charges from the earnings of civil and public servants, as well as multiple bank charges imposed on customers’ accounts across the country. Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Kelechi Nwogu, said the committee was established…
There are moments when a voice rises above the noise — steady, proud, and unshaken. This time, that voice belonged to Tiwa Savage. At a glittering hall filled with Africa’s finest minds and dreamers, the queen of Afrobeats took the stage at the Unstoppable Africans event. Dressed in confidence and fire, she didn’t just speak…
Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has disclosed that the United States government revoked his visa. The author linked the action to his long history of criticizing political leaders, including former U.S. President Donald Trump.The renowned playwright revealed this during a media event held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Freedom Park in Lagos. He explained…
Tension has gripped the National Assembly following reports of a possible terrorist plot to bomb the complex in Abuja. Lawmakers have expressed deep concern, urging urgent action to tighten security around the nation’s legislative building. According to reports, intelligence agencies recently uncovered credible information suggesting that terrorists are planning a coordinated attack on the National…
A coalition of youth leaders from the North-East has issued a seven-day ultimatum to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, demanding a probe into the activities of the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA). The group warned that it would embark on peaceful protests if the federal government fails to take action within the stated period.The…
Popular gospel musician and radio proprietor, Dr Yinka Ayefele spoke about how God gave him inspiration to ‘resolve to live’ while he was on admission in one of Africa’s flagship tertiary health institutions, the University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan. The owner of FreshFM, a broadcasting outfit with 10 terrestrial radio stations paid a visit to…
Opay is currently under fire as Lawmakers expose foreign ownership and regulatory lapses in Nigeria’s Fintech Sector. It was gathered earlier report that the National Assembly has raised alarm over what it describes as disturbing gaps in the regulation and monitoring of fintech companies, singling out OPay for operating largely from China while serving millions…
In a recent interview with TV Platinum, activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore spoke shortly after his release from Kuje Prison, sharing his experiences in detention and his immediate plans. “I was supposed to be in Lagos for a protest tomorrow,” Sowore said, explaining that he had intended to travel for the demonstration but was still…
Olohundare Jimoh, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, has urged activist Omoyele Sowore and others not to mobilize rallies over recent demolitions in the state. Jimoh issued the warning while speaking to reporters on the Iyana-Oworo axis of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Monday.The police chief stated that the command has undertaken significant…
Primate Elijah Ayodele, head of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has revealed that he contacted Nigeria’s former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, earlier this year to deliver a spiritual warning about his position. According to Ayodele, he claimed he reached out around June, calling the army general nine times to arrange a meeting in…
