Ongoing fuel scarcity across Nigeria continues to devastate the livelihoods of citizens, especially taxi drivers and other daily wage earners who rely on fuel to make a living. As queues for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) stretch across Abuja, Gombe, Yobe, and several northern states, the Federal Government has issued a stern warning to fuel marketers, threatening to revoke the licenses …

Nigerian politician’s extravagant benefits are causing controversy, and the public is beginning to wonder what their leaders’ top priorities are. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo recently criticized lawmakers for setting their own salaries, a practice he described as “immoral,” sparking nationwide debates. Read Also: Afe Babalola Criticizes FG’s Palliative Among this controversy, many Nigerians are lamenting that while their leaders enrich themselves, …

BBNaija No Loose Guard housemate, Mayor Frosh has accused fellow housemate Handi of sexually harassing him. The incident was said to have happened on Friday 16th August, during a Truth or Dare game. According to Mayor, Wanni dared her twin sister, Handi to kiss him for 10 seconds and she jumped on him and kissed him forcefully. Though Big Brother …

A bus driver, Mr Olusegun Anozie, whom Asherkine gifted in his recent video, is currently being celebrated on X, after users learnt about his marital issues and raised over 2 Million Naira for him. Mr Anozie who hails from Imo State, was showered with gifts by Asherkine in his recent video, and he didn’t forget to take them to his …

As part of the judiciary’s commitment to accountability and transparency, the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of $2.4 million and seven properties linked to the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Godwin Emefiele.  Justice Akintayo Aluko granted the order following an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which is …

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has appealed to aviation unions to shelve their planned protest in consideration of passengers who rely on the aviation sector for their livelihoods. Read Also: Aviation Workers Threaten Strike Over Revenue Cuts In a statement released on Friday, August 16, Keyamo assured stakeholders of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of …

Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-born ballerina and US citizen, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in Russia after being convicted of treason for donating £39 to a charity linked to Ukraine. Karelina was detained during a visit to her family in southwestern Russia and initially faced charges of hooliganism. However, the charges were later elevated to state treason, with …

A video circulating online shows members of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) ecstatic and praying as they reportedly see a formed image of their late founder, Samuel Bilewu Joseph Oshoffa, in the clouds. The sighting, which took place during a gathering, has led many to believe that the end of the world is near, with members chanting phrases like …

The Enugu State Government has announced a major crackdown on noise pollution in the Enugu metropolis, with potential closures of churches, mosques, nightclubs, and bars that fail to comply with the new regulations. The government’s actions are a response to over 1,000 petitions from residents who have complained about the disruption of their daily lives due to excessive noise. Uche …

Danish drugmaker Bavarian Nordic announced on Friday that it is seeking European approval to use its mpox vaccine in children aged 12 to 17. This comes after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the rapid spread of the new, more dangerous pox strain, Clade 1b, a public health emergency of international concern. Bavarian Nordic’s vaccine is currently approved for people …

The Management of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended Okoi Godwin Clement, a student in the Department of Physiotherapy, following allegations of sexual molestation of a fellow student during a departmental dinner night at Atekong Drive in Calabar. The suspension, which became effective on August 14, 2024, was communicated through a letter signed by the University Registrar, Mr. Gabriel …

Thailand’s parliament voted on Friday, August 16, for Paetongtarn Shinawatra to become the country’s next prime minister. The 37-year-old member of Thailand’s most prominent political dynasty received 319 votes in the House of Representatives after being nominated as the sole candidate by her Pheu Thai party’s ruling coalition. Her appointment comes just two days after the Constitutional Court removed former …

On August 16, 2024, a fire broke out at a seven-story building on Sanni Adewale Street in the Lagos Island Local Government Area. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call at 5:17 a.m. Firefighters from Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations swiftly responded, arriving at the scene by 05:33 hours. The fire affected several shops …

Renowned Houston rapper and music producer BeatKing has died at the age of 39. The news was confirmed by his manager, Felder, in a heartfelt Instagram post on August 15, 2024. He expressed the loss by stating, “Today, On August 15, 2024, we lost BeatKing. He has been the best part of the club for over a decade. He has …

The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, attacked the federal government on Wednesday, charging that by providing palliative care, it was turning Nigerians into paupers. He also stated his support for the Patriots’ demand for a new constitution during the Prestige Sisters League’s thank-you tour to the ABUAD campus in Ado-Ekiti. Babalola, known for his patriotism …