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200 level student of Ondo University commits suicide
A 200-level female student in the Department of Political Science at the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba, Feranmi Fasunle Omowumi, has reportedly committed suicide. According to the Nation, Fasunle drank poisonous substances believed to be sniper and died this morning after being taken to several hospitals. She however did not leave any suicide note to indicate the reason for her actions. Some students attributed her actions to heartbreak but a friend who refused to say her…
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Insecurity: We are working very hard, I hope Nigerians will understand – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed that his administration is working hard to tackle insecurity confronting the nation and he hopes Nigerians understand. He made this known while speaking to journalists at the State House shortly after observing the Eid prayer, marking the end of the Ramadan fast on Thursday. President Buhari stated that the menace of bandits and kidnappers will be addressed to ensure that the nation’s food security is not threatened. “With the resources…
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No plan B, prepare for looming fight – Fani-Kayode charges Nigerians
Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has urged Nigerians to be prepared for the looming battle ahead. He shared this in an article titled ‘No retreat, no surrender, no Plan B’. Fani-Kayode urged Nigerians to learn from Horatius, whom he described as the greatest of all Romans and be inspired and guided by his courage. “We must be proud of who and what we are and we must be ready to stand for something, even at…
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President Buhari, his wife and children observe Eid El Filtri in Asorock (Photos)
President Buhari, his wife, Aisha and children, were joined by others at the state house to celebrate Eid El Filtri, marking the end of the Ramadan fast.
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“Save your money for TikTok costumes” Yomi Fabiyi tells Iyabo Ojo after she sued him for defamatory publication
Yomi Fabiyi has reacted to the legal documents Iyabo Ojo filed against him following his allegations that Iyabo Ojo and Princess “promised to kill Baba Ijesha if released on bail” after he was detained for allegedly sexually molesting Princess’ underaged daughter. Iyabo’s lawyers sued him, asked him to retract the statement, apologize, and pay 100 million Naira in damages. Reacting to the lawsuit, Yomi reshared the same defamatory post that brought about the suit and…
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Miyetti Allah calls for removal of Sarkin Fulani in Oyo
Miyetti Allah in Oyo State has urged the state government and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, to dethrone the Seriki Fulani of Oyo State, Chief Saliu Kadiri following allegations against him. The group stated this on Wednesday while briefing newsmen at the end of a meeting organised to discuss issues affecting the Fulani community in Oyo State. The group stated that the allegation against the Seriki is affecting the image of the Fulani…
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Insecurity: CAN declares Three-Day Prayer
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared a 3-day national prayer over the security challenges plaguing the country. This was contained in a letter titled “National Days of Soberness/mourning and Fervent Prayers for God’s Mercy by Christians in Nigeria from Friday, May 28 – Sunday, May 30, 2021,” signed by CAN’s national General Secretary, Daramola Joseph. The association stated that it has become imperative to pray for God’s intervention. “This is to inform you…
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Ban on open grazing: “Southern Governors wasting their time if they expect Buhari to act” – Falana
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has said Southern Governors may be wasting their time if they expect President Muhammadu Buhari to act on their resolution. Falana said this during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday. He however commended the governors for banning open grazing in the 17 southern states of Nigeria but urged them to back their ban with a legal instrument to enable the prosecution of offenders. “I have read…
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Iyabo Ojo sues Yomi Fabiyi for ‘offensive and vexatious’ statement; demands a public apology and 100 million Naira in damages
Iyabo Ojo’s lawyers have written to Yomi Fabiyi to demand a “retraction of defamatory publication” he made against her This comes after Yomi Fabiyi had accused actress, Iyabo Ojo, and comedian, Princess, of promising to ‘Kill Baba Ijesha” if he is released on bail after he was detained for allegedly sexually molesting Princess’ foster daughter. Iyabo’s lawyers demanded a retraction, apology and payment of damages worth 100 million naira following Yomi’s statement which they described…
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Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea moved to Portugal from Turkey
The Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City will now be played in Portugal after the UK government and UEFA could not reach an agreement over quarantine exemptions for more than 2,000 VIPs, staff, and media for the match to be played at Wembley. The all-English final between the Premier League clubs was originally scheduled for the Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul on May 29, but the devastating Covid outbreak in Turkey forced UEFA to…
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We sighted the moon – Sheik Bauchi explains why he defied Sultan’s directive & held Eid prayers on Wednesday
Sheik Dahiru Bauchi has explained why he decided to hold Eid Prayers on Wednesday May 12, against the directive of the Sultan of Sokoto for the prayers to hold on Thursday May 13. The Sultan who is recognised as the spiritual head of Muslims in the country, had declared Thursday, May 13, 2021 as the day of Salat and the first day of Shawwal on grounds of the moon not being sighted. However Sheikh Bauchi who held…
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Avoid premarital sex, it doesn’t make you cool, wait till marriage – Reno Omokri
Reno Omokri has advised Nigerian youths to shun premarital sex. In a tweet he shared via his Twitter handle, he said Premarital Sex doesn’t make one cool adding that is tantamount to cheating God. He further advised that to wait till marriage. In his words; “A boyfriend cant cheat on his girlfriend and vice versa. In fact, if you have intercourse outside marriage, you both cheat God, who created your body and marriage. Premarital sex…
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