Former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, has shed light on a critical moment in Nigeria’s political history, revealing how the late Chief Bola Ige confronted northern politicians over their stance against the regime of the late General Sani Abacha. Lamido, in his newly released autobiography “Being True To Myself”, unveiled on May 13, recounts a…
Billionaire investor and entrepreneur, Femi Otedola, has attributed his massive investment in First Bank to recent economic and financial reforms spearheaded by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso.Speaking at the 13th Annual General Meeting of FBN Holdings Plc, Otedola, now Chairman of First Holdco Plc, disclosed that his over N320 billion investment…
The 2027 presidential ambition of Oyo State Governor, Engr. Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde, is gaining momentum as campaign posters advocating his candidacy surfaced across major parts of Kano State on Thursday.The posters, prominently tagged “To Move Nigeria Forward 2027,” feature the image of Governor Makinde with the message: “His Excellency, Engr. Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde for President,…
The Federal Government has filed a criminal defamation suit against suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, with Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello among six key witnesses.Filed on May 16, 2025, at the FCT High Court (Suit No. CR/297/25), the case accuses Akpoti-Uduaghan—representing Kogi Central—of making defamatory statements during a live television appearance…
The ancient town of Ilesa in Osun State is set to witness a momentous event today as Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, Ajimoko III, is officially crowned the 41st Owa Obokun and paramount ruler of Ijesaland.In preparation for the high-profile coronation, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced heightened security measures. According to…
Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has firmly denied claims circulating online that he met with President Bola Tinubu in Rome to discuss a purported ₦225 billion debt connected to Fidelity Bank.In a statement issued Thursday, Obi dismissed the reports as a “blackmail campaign” designed to tarnish his image.“I have never sought…
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has made a decisive political move, directing all commissioners and political appointees to either join him in defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC) or vacate their positions.Speaking during a State Executive Council meeting, Governor Eno confirmed his departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emphasizing that his…
Philanthropist and former Microsoft co-chair Melinda Gates has candidly shared emotional details about her highly publicized divorce from Bill Gates, revealing that the $65 billion settlement she received was insignificant compared to the personal pain she endured during and after their 27-year marriage. In a heartfelt disclosure, Melinda expressed the emotional turmoil that led to…
Nigeria’s former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has accepted an invitation to become an Advisor to Club de Madrid. The appointment was announced by Ezekwesili herself in a post on X (formerly Twitter). According to Ezekwesili, Club de Madrid is “the world’s largest forum of democratic former Presidents and Prime Ministers.” The organization leverages the…
Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has commended Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and his executive council for doing a good job.Gbajabiamila made the commendation while speaking at the Government House in Osogbo.The former Speaker of the House of Representatives praised Governor Adeleke for prioritizing governance over politics in his dealings…
