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Former US President Barack Obama, while campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris, took a direct swipe at Donald Trump, calling his policies “cr@zy” and urging voters to support Harris in the upcoming 2024 elections.  Speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania, Obama also addressed concerns over gender bias, particularly among Black …

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former US presidential candidate, took to social media to pay a heartfelt tribute to his mother, Ethel Kennedy, following her passing at the age of 96. Ethel, the widow of Robert F. Kennedy and mother of 11 children, passed away peacefully in Boston, surrounded by her …

Nigerian actor Kunle Remi has expressed concern over the rising cost of petrol and the seeming complacency of Nigerians in the face of escalating economic hardship. In a video shared on his Snapchat, the actor revealed that he recently spent N98,000 on fuel and was shocked by how Nigerians continue …

Nigerian celebrity Vee Iye has taken to social media to express her frustration about the cost of living in Nigeria. She stated that it has become too expensive to live in the country and equally expensive to leave. This statement highlights the difficult situation many Nigerians face daily, with the …

A group of sports journalists traveling from Anambra to Uyo to cover the Nigeria vs. Libya African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier have been kidnapped by gunmen in the Isseke community, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The abduction occurred on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, while the journalists were …

The National Youth Leader of the APC made a statement on social media that “Joy is coming” just a day after the petrol pump price increase. However, the relevance of this statement remains unclear, and it’s hard to decipher what he’s trying to convey, Is it a call to action, …

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has abandoned a contentious visa clearance policy that required married women to present a letter of approval from their husbands before traveling. This policy, which was met with widespread criticism on social media, was labeled by many as discriminatory and outdated, prompting concerns …

Former Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata has candidly shared his struggles with depression and panic attacks, revealing the immense toll they’ve taken on his career and personal life. The Spain international, who recently captained his country to victory at Euro 2024, admitted that months before the tournament, his mental health issues …

Minister of State for Defense, Alhaji Bello Matawalle, has issued a stern warning to informants aiding bandits, urging them to repent or face dire consequences. During his visit to Gundumi village in Sokoto state’s Isa and Sabon Birni local government areas on Thursday, October 10, Matawalle emphasized that the government’s …

The Federal Government has finalized the Executive Order to implement zero value-added tax (VAT) and excise duties on pharmaceutical products and medical devices, a move aimed at reducing healthcare costs for Nigerians. Alaba Balogun, the spokesman for the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, confirmed the development on Wednesday, …

The Federal Government has stated that it is not responsible for the recent increase in petrol pump prices across Nigeria. Following an announcement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on October 9, which saw petrol prices soar to over N1,000 per liter in several regions, many Nigerians have …

In a horrifying case of violence and abuse, Luis Luna, a 27-year-old father from Houston, Texas, has been sentenced to life imprisonment without parole for the rape and murder of his 8-month-old daughter, Savayah Mason, in August 2020. This heinous crime has sent shockwaves across the nation, emphasizing the need …

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested three suspects for allegedly defiling a 15-year-old girl in the Festac area of the state. The suspects, identified as Vincent Omar, 22, Leonard Nwodo, 30, and Henry Chiokwe, 17, were arrested following a complaint reported at Area ‘E’ Festac Command on September 26, …

The federal government has denied reports that it plans to relocate internally displaced persons (IDPs) from the northern part of Nigeria to the southeast. Tijani Aliyu Ahmed, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), made this clear at a press conference in …

Thirteen former Boko Haram fighters who surrendered and were enlisted to fight against the insurgents have escaped with government-issued rifles and motorcycles.  The escapees were part of a group of thousands of former fighters and their families who had surrendered to the government and were being rehabilitated.  However, instead of …