Controversial reality star, Aderombi Adedayo Martin, better known as DeeOne, has lambasted afrobeats singer Davido’s wife, Chioma Rowland’s family, for marrying their daughter off in Lagos instead of their home state of Imo. Davido and Chioma’s traditional wedding was held at the Eko Hotel and Suites on Tuesday. Reacting in a video message shared via…
The Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, Sheik Teliat Yinus Ayilara has tackled the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, over a query issued to him (Imam) for going to Hajj without informing the monarch. Ayilara said the office of the Chief Imam is not a traditional title. Ayilara noted that the Chief Imam is not…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced a 14-day postponement of the application process for student loans at state-owned institutions due to insufficient data submissions. Initially scheduled to begin on June 25, 2024, the application window will now open on July 10, 2024. The postponement was deemed necessary after several state institutions failed to…
Veronica Imade Adeleke (born November 23, 1963) was a celebrated Nigerian university lecturer and businesswoman. Her profound impact within those hallowed halls was a symphony of intellect, resonating with a resonance that lingered in the hearts of her students. Veronica Adeleke‘s presence extended beyond academia’s bounds as she stood as the cherished matriarch to the…
A documentary about Diezani Alison-Madueke, directed by Chude Jideonwo is set to premiere later this year. Diezani-Madueke, who made history as Nigeria’s first female Minister of Petroleum Resources and led the nation’s delegation to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) conference in 2010, faces damning claims of embezzling an astounding $6 billion. Nigerian…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment for journalists, highlighting that a free press is essential for a thriving democracy. Idris stated this during Wednesday’s book presentation of ‘Writing for Media and Monetising It’ by the Senior Vice Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Leadership…
The Federal Government has said that releasing skits, films, or music videos without the National Films and Videos Censors Board (NFVCB) classification is an offence. Movie classification attaches age rating and content advice to films and other audiovisual content. It helps children and families choose what is right for them and avoid what is not….
Following the foiled attempt by some unscrupulous individuals to detonate an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at the Hotel Presidential, a five-star hotel in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has accused his detractors, saying the failed attempt was a deliberate ploy to strengthen the call for a state of emergency because they want…
A section of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has been gutted by fire. The incident occurred on Wednesday. Speaking, Anthony Chiejina, a spokesperson at Dangote Industries Limited, said the incident occurred at the effluent treatment plant (ETP). An ETP is a type of wastewater treatment method which is specifically designed to purify industrial wastewater for its…
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has secured the approval of President Bola Tinubu to upgrade Ibadan Airport to an international status, paving the way for increased economic development and regional integration. He made this known on Wednesday, while receiving the Chief of Air Staff of the Nigeria Air Force (NAF), Air Marshal Hassan Baba…
