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The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has expressed his displeasure over the recent allegations involving the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) officials, who are accused of providing a private apartment for Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, during his six-month prison sentence that was of him showing he was sorry. …

The Federal Government has officially declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, a public holiday to celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary.   This announcement was made on Saturday, September 28, by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.  In …

Israel’s military has announced the death of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an air strike on Beirut, which is known for threatening life.  The strike, which targeted Hezbollah’s central underground headquarters, took place early on Saturday, September 28, 2004, according to a statement released by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), …

The FCT Police Command has dismissed rumors circulating online regarding an alleged planned abduction at the University of Abuja, Nigeria.  In a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the reports were described as “false and misleading,” with the intention of instilling unnecessary fear among students and residents …

Veteran actor Patrick Doyle has called out the recent gifting of two Rolls Royce Cullinan cars to Bishop David Oyedepo for his 70th birthday, describing it as “insensitive” given the economic hardships many Nigerians are currently facing. Doyle expressed his concerns on social media, stating that while it is essential …

#EndBadGovernance protest organizers have called for a peaceful demonstration on October 1, 2024, to express their dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies. In a letter to the Nigerian Police, the organizers, led by groups such as the Education Rights Campaign (ERC) and Joint Action Front (JAF), requested security to …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his continued admiration for Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, even after a tense Premier League clash between the two sides. In spite of  their professional rivalry and the heated encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium last weekend, Arteta emphasized …

New York Mayor Eric Adams turned himself in on Friday, September 27, to federal authorities in Manhattan following a five-count indictment on charges of fraud, bribery, and corruption. The charges, announced by federal prosecutors, accuse the 64-year-old mayor of soliciting illegal campaign donations from foreign entities and falsifying records to …

Controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, was reportedly placed in protective custody during his time at a correctional center. According to prison expert Bishop Kayode Williams, this decision was made to ensure Bobrisky’s safety due to his transgender appearance. Speaking on Arise TV, Williams explained that Bobrisky’s unique situation, …

Comedian Bovi Ugboma has spoken out against a viral video showing a Catholic priest knocking a Mass server on the head during a wedding ceremony. Bovi expressed his frustration at the normalization of abuse in Nigeria, criticizing both the priest for his actions and the boy’s family for accepting the …

Investigative journalist and whistleblower PIDOM Nigeria, aka Bristol Isaac Tamunobifiri, has been granted bail after being arraigned on a nine-count charge for an allegation laid. The charges include money laundering, cybercrime, and unlawfully obtaining and disseminating classified documents.  PIDOM Nigeria was arrested on August 5, 2024, in Rivers State for …

Social critic Martin Otse, aka VDM, has responded to the threat of legal action by Femi Falana’s daughter, Folake, with a defiant tone. In a video posted on his Instagram page, VDM expressed surprise that the Falanas have shifted the focus from the alleged corruption he exposed to attacking him …

The Defense Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that investigations are ongoing into the allegations of banditry sponsorship in Nigeria’s North-West region, which has kept people in fear. This was disclosed by the DHQ’s Director of Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, September 26, …

One of the men responsible for the 2021 murder of rapper Young Dolph has been sentenced to life in prison. Justin Johnson was found guilty on Thursday, September 26, of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and firearm possession by a convicted felon. The verdict came after nearly four hours …

Kubra Aykut, a 26-year-old TikTok influencer known for her viral “Wedding without a Groom” videos, has tragically died after falling from the fifth floor of a luxury apartment building in Istanbul.   Turkish media reports suggest that a suicide note was found with her body, raising concerns about her emotional well-being …