President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Dr. Vincent Olatunji, as national commissioner/chief executive officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB). The approval followed a request made by minister of communications and digital economy Prof. Isa Pantami. This is contained in a statement issued by the minister’s spokesperson Uwa Suleiman on Friday in … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday had an encounter with two out-of-school girls at Anthony Village while on his way to an official function. Mr Sanwo-Olu stopped his convoy for a brief talk with the girls who were on an errand for a bean cake vendor during school hours, at about 11.00 a.m. Amarachi … Read more
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reinstated the security aides of a member of the House of Representatives Shina Peller who had proposed the scrapping of the corps. Peller, who represents lseyin/ltesiwaju/ Kajola/lwajowa Federal Constituency in Oyo State, had proposed before the House to scrap the NSCDC and merge it with the … Read more
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed the bills for the creation of two universities in the state – Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and Lagos State University of Science and Technology. Mr Sanwo-Olu assented to the bills on Wednesday at the Lagos House, Marina in the presence of his special adviser on education, … Read more
The Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) alias Olumba Olumba has criticised the senior pastor of Salvation Ministries David Ibiyeomie for describing it as a cult. Ibiyeomie, who has been critical of the brotherhood, appeared in a recent viral video calling BCS a cult. “Let me share this testimony, a cult called Olumba Olumba, … Read more
Victor Osibodu A Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned till March 17 to begin hearing of Ecobank Nigeria Limited’s N8,701,770,328.83 dispute with a businessman, Victor Osibodu and his firm, Vigeo Limited. Victor is the husband of Funke Osibodu, a former managing director of Ecobank Nigeria, a former top Group Executive of the Ecobank Group … Read more
The social media in particular is awash with reports of planned legal action by Emeka Ugwuonye, President/CEO of Eculaw Group, against Air Peace Airline Limited. The news has prompted reactions from passengers who have been victims of flight delays and cancellations by airlines, not just Air Peace. But that hasn’t stopped Ugwuonye from officially communicating … Read more
Zubby Michael Actor Zubby Michael on Tuesday celebrated his 37th birthday. The movie star shared a photo from a movie set on Instagram. “Happy cake day to Me. GOD is real,” he wrote. Fellow celebrities took to the comment section of the post to wish him a happy birthday. Ebele Okaro wrote: “Happy birthday to … Read more
RELATED POSTS Controversial socialite and aphrodaisiac vendor, Hauwa Mohammed popularly known as Jaruma has supplied food to prisoners at Nigerian Correctional Service’s facility, Suleja center. The aphrodisiac entrepreneur shared a clip showing people dropping boxes of noodles, rice, as well as other food items in front of the correctional center. In her words; “I will … Read more
jaruma Self-acclaimed sex therapist Hauwa Mohammed aka Jaruma has donated food items to the inmates of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Suleja center. In an Instagram post on Friday, the businesswoman uploaded a video of people dropping cartons of noodles, rice and other food items in front of the prison. Jaruma also promised to make monthly … Read more
RELATED POSTS A lady has cried out on social media over her little daughter who frequently complains of pain in her backside. The concerned mother who shared her story to Facebook group, “Once a mum, always a mum”, revealed that her daughter stays on the same bed with her father and she has her suspicions. … Read more
Lanre Gentry, the ex-husband of Mercy Aigbe has reacted to the rumour that their son Juwon might not be his. Following Mercy’s announcement of her new relationship with movie producer Kazim Adeoti, some people claimed that Juwon could be mistaken for Kazim’s biological son as they share a resemblance. An Instagram user Catherine Bukky wrote: … Read more
Dokpesi Leader of the technical committee for Abubakar Atiku Presidential Project Raymond Dokpesi has called on the south-east to back Atiku for the 2023 presidency, saying he is the shortest way to installing a president of Igbo extraction. Dokpesi told reporters on Monday in Umuahia after meeting with the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party … Read more
Singer Yemi Alade has replied to a critic who advised her to collaborate with other female artiste especially Tiwa Savage. A Twitter user who goes by the name Daniel Regha told the singer to focus more on collaborating with her female colleagues, adding that the music industry is male-dominated and female artistes need to promote … Read more
Naira Naira has been predicted to face massive pressure on low oil output and rising interest rates. NewsOnline reports that Economists have said the devaluation of Nigeria’s currency, naira, is inevitable in 2022 as lower oil production puts pressure on the nation’s reserves. ALSO: Full List Of 2022 CBN Approved Bank Charges in Nigeria The … Read more
Funke Akindele and Eniola Badmus Actress Eniola Badmus has debunked reports that she is having a fight with her friend and colleague Funke Akindele. There had been speculations that the best friends were at loggerheads following Funke’s absence at Eniola’s birthday party and book launch on December 7, 2021. Many suggested that Funke did not … Read more
Emeka Ossai Veteran actor Emeka Ossai has said that the movie industry of the social media era also called ‘New Nollywood’ needs veteran actors and filmmakers to produce original content. Mr Ossai, a member of the Creative Industry Group said this in a recent meeting with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). According to him … Read more
Controversial musician Charly Boy has advised presidential aspirant Bola Tinubu against running for president in 2023. The 71-year-old made the appeal in an Instagram post on Wednesday. According to him, the former Lagos State governor needs to rest. He added that a kingmaker must not be king. “My darling brother, For real, I think it’s … Read more
Chinmark Group owned by Marksman Chinedu Ijioma is crumbling with investors rushing to take out their funds. Chinmark Group the Marksman Chinedu Ijioma owned company began its journey into crisis after the Security and Exchange Commission – SEC accused it of operating an illegal investment scheme under t its subsidiary, FINAFRIC INVESTMENT. The statement by … Read more
Presidential aspirant Bola Tinubu has clarified his statement on “expired” permanent voters’ cards (PVCs) and apologised for the dust it may have raised. The national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday night in Abuja granted audience to a delegation of women from Lagos and across the country attending the Progressives Women Conference. … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has countered a statement by All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Bola Tinubu that the permanent voters’ cards (PVCs) earlier issued by the commission have expired. Mr. Tinubu, who recently announced his ambition to contest the presidency in 2023, made the claim in a video that went viral on Wednesday. … Read more
National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu has highlighted the importance of education to the APC, saying the senior school certificate examination fees of Nigerian students are taken care of by “us”. “Your children’s West African examination fees are paid by us so that no one no matter how poor is left … Read more
Skit maker Josh Alfred aka Josh2funny has said that he suffered pain for 11 years over an undisclosed illness. The 31-year revealed this in an Instagram post as he expressed gratitude to God for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. “This is my testimony. I’ve been suffering this pain for 11 years helplessly. Long story … Read more
Nigerian female singer, Tiwa Savage took to social media to brag about her skin, stating that she needs no filter. The 41-year-old said this in an Instagram story on Tuesday. Showing off her dark skin, Tiwa wrote: “I don’t even need no filter, my skin line is a must cause chille.“ Meanwhile In a tragic … Read more
Singer Rema has gained admission University of Lagos State (UNILAG). The 21-year-old made this known on Twitter on Friday. According to him, his mother wanted him to get a degree despite his celebrity status. “What if I told y’all I got an admission into UNILAG? Lol mom said I still need you to get a … Read more
By Kylie MacLellan LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Tuesday that he would not be introducing new COVID-19 restrictions in England before Christmas, but the situation remained extremely difficult and the government might need to act afterwards. Britain has reported record levels of COVID-19 cases over the past week as the highly … Read more
By Ted Hesson and Matt Spetalnick WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The leading Republican vying to unseat an Arizona Democrat in a crucial U.S. Senate race next year gets heated when he talks about Democratic President Joe Biden’s “failed border policies,” occasionally throwing in expletives when decrying their alleged financial cost and what he says is the … Read more
By Moira Warburton and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The phone calls to Yvonka Hall’s health nonprofit in northeastern Ohio from families begging for help feeding their children started in March 2020, and slowed down only when an expanded child tax credit came into effect last summer. Now, Hall fears the calls will ramp up … Read more
Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) walks after a vote on Capitol Hill on November 4, 2021 in Washington, DCJoshua Roberts/Getty Images Sen. Manchin doesn’t want the child tax credit to go on in its current form — if it extends at all. A work requirement would ensure payments are “accountable,” Manchin told West Virginia’s MetroNews. And … Read more
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Leading California cannabis companies warned Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday that the state’s legal industry was on the verge of collapse and needed immediate tax cuts and a rapid expansion of retail outlets to steady the shaky marketplace. The letter signed by more than two dozen executives, industry officials and legalization … Read more