Born Justin Soni Fashanu on February 19, 1961, in East London, to Pearl Lawrence, a British-Guyanese nurse, and Patrick Fashanu, a Nigerian barrister, Justin’s early life was marked by turmoil. After his parents’ marriage fell apart, he and his brother John Fashanu were placed in Thomas Barnardo’s orphanage before being adopted by a family in…
AyanAgalu, a revered, one of the deities sent by Olodumare to the earth for the progress, development, and happiness of mankind, holds a significant place in the cultural identity of the Oduduwa race. Seeking divine guidance, AyanAgalu consulted the Oracle through Orunmila, the deity of divination, to receive blessings for honour, wealth, and celebration among…
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that he is qualified to contest for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking with reporters during a visit to Fashola farm in Oyo town on Friday, Makinde stated that speculations about his political future were unnecessary and unsolicited. The governor stated that he is old enough to speak…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has replaced Adegboyega Fasasi as chief security officer (CSO) to President Bola Tinubu. The DSS has deployed Rasheed Lawal, a deputy director within the secret police, as the president’s new CSO. A State House source said the request for the replacement reportedly came from Tosin Ajayi, the director-general (DG)…
Super Eagles Star, Victor Boniface survived a ghastly car crash on Saturday night, a few hours after scoring the winning goal for Bayer Leverkusen against Frankfurt. Boniface, who had earlier missed a penalty for Bayer Leverkusen in the first half of the encounter, recovered to score the winning goal in the second half to hand…
Seun Kuti, a Nigerian musician and youngest son of Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has paid tribute to his late father. The late legendary Afrobeat singer and activist, Fela Anikulapo Kuti died in 1997. However, reflecting on the enduring influence Fela has had on his life since his death, Seun Kuti revealed that every aspect…
The Governor of Katsina State, Mallam Dikko Ummaru Radda, and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Bassey, along with twenty veteran journalists from both print and broadcast media, were honored with the Media Icon in Nigeria awards during the 3rd edition of the NUJ Milestone Recognition of Media Icons. The event was held…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Odunlade Adekola, has put himself up for dragging over his recent attempt to engage his fans and followers on Instagram. The actor shared pictures from his latest movie, Lakatabu, while applauding the movie crew and cast. Odunlade’s action, however, triggered backlash from several of his fans and supporters, who flooded his…
The Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has said that President Bola Tinubu drives around Abuja at night just to know what is happening. According to Kalu, Tinubu, who he described as a street person, is aware of the country’s fluttering economy. Tinubu moves at night to feel the pulse of the people and…
Nigeria’s Flamingos began their U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign on an impressive note by beating New Zealand 4-1 on Wednesday night. The ladies dominated most part of the game, getting on the score sheet as early as the 2nd minute with Shakirat Moshood slotting home from inside the box. Khadijat Adegoke, Fardiat Abdulwahab, and Taiwo…
