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People should place love for their country above financial gains. Brain drain is a problem – Akpabio tells Nigerians with ‘japa’ plans
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged Nigerians to prioritize their love for the nation over financial gain, expressing concern about the increasing trend of mass migration, especially among skilled professionals. Akpabio made these remarks on Tuesday, October 8, during a Senate session while addressing a motion on the rising emigration of Nigerians. He acknowledged that poor working conditions often drive citizens to seek better opportunities abroad but emphasized that patriotism should come first. Akpabio highlighted…
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Rivers: No one who believes in peace and stability will say he wants violence – Wike
Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has held Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, responsible for the current political unrest in the state. During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, Wike accused Fubara of fueling the conflict by moving forward with local government elections despite existing legal issues. The allegations came amid the escalating tensions in Rivers State, as both political leaders remain at odds over key governance decisions. “No person who believes…
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Burna Boy: Speed Darlington released on bail after he was arrested for cyberbullying
Speed Darlington has been released on bail. The comic singer was arrested at his home in Lagos and taken to Abuja, where he was detained for several days. His arrest followed a video he made, implying that Burna Boy had a connection with Sean “Diddy” Combs after the American music mogul was arrested on allegations of sex trafficking, with over 1,000 bottles of baby oil reportedly found in his apartment. Burna Boy is said to…
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You can’t be singing against oppressors and still be an oppressor – Deji Adeyanju says, confirms Speed Darlington’s arrest
Lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has confirmed the arrest of singer Speed Darlington. In a post shared on his X account, Deji stated that efforts are underway to secure the singer’s release. He emphasized that no one should be arrested by the police for expressing their opinions. However, it remains unclear who is responsible for facilitating Darlington’s arrest.
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Speed Darlington’s mum says Son is missing, alleges Burna Boy responsible for his disappearance
The mother of controversial singer Speed Darlington has said that her son has been missing for 4 days and accused Burna Boy and his team of being responsible for her son’s disappearance. In an emotional video, Queen recounted how her son’s gateman informed her that Speed Darlington had been taken away by Burna Boy and his entourage. Desperate for her son’s return, Queen pleaded with Burna Boy to release him, even going as far as…
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You need to let go, we need peace in Rivers state – Fubara tells Wike
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on his predecessor and former mentor, Nyesom Wike, to relinquish any attempts to maintain control over Rivers State in the interest of peace and stability in the oil-rich region. Fubara emphasized that he has no regrets about holding the local government elections last Saturday, despite opposition from Wike’s allies within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). “I have all the guts to do these things,”…
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You are liable to die young if you don’t leave your husband’s phone alone – Nigerian man says
A Nigerian man, Abubakar Sadiq Okene, has claimed that a woman risks an early death if she cannot refrain from checking her husband’s phone. He made this remark in response to advice shared by a woman urging wives to avoid snooping through their husbands’ phones if they desire a peaceful marriage.
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I paid SAN N5million upfront for pardon out of N10million requested – Bobrisky in new audio leaked by VeryDarkMan
Controversial cross-dresser Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has alleged that he made an upfront payment of N5 million to an unnamed Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in an attempt to secure a Federal Government pardon for money laundering charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), leaked the conversation’s audio recording on Monday, October 7, 2024. According to VDM,…
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”Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. This is disappointing” – Aide to Delta State Governor reacts as E-Money, Obi Cubana attend Pastor Jerry Eze’s Birthday
Ossai Success Ovie, an aide to the Delta State Governor, has expressed his disapproval of the guests who attended the recent birthday celebration of popular Abuja-based pastor, Jerry Eze. The pastor, who just turned 42, was honored with a birthday party over the weekend, which drew politicians, socialites, and other notable figures. In a Facebook post shared this morning, October 7, Ossai criticized the pastor for inviting certain businessmen to the event, calling it disappointing.…
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Higher interest rate painful for borrowers but necessary to control inflation – Cardoso
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has described the decision to raise the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27.25% as a bold step necessary to control inflation by reducing excess money in circulation, though it may be challenging for borrowers. Speaking in Lagos at a Harvard Club of Nigeria event, Cardoso emphasized that leadership requires making difficult choices for long-term stability over short-term ease. He also highlighted the introduction of the Electronic Foreign…
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20 people per unit planning to attack you when you return to your local government headquarters– Fubara warns new LGA chairmen
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has raised concerns about a plan to mobilize 20 people per polling unit to target the newly inaugurated local government chairmen. However, he urged the chairmen to remain peaceful and strategic in their response. Fubara issued this caution during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected local government chairmen on Sunday evening at the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital. Out of the 23 chairmen sworn in,…
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Do you not fear your Creator? Man queries men who have extramarital affairs and still blame their wives instead of showing remorse
Nigerian marriage therapist, Shamseddin Giwa, has spoken out against men who engage in extramarital affairs yet blame their wives instead of taking responsibility and showing remorse. He shared this in a post on Facebook; “You had an extramarital affair, got caught by your wife and instead of showing remorse, you twist it, blame her and then decide to try and bully your way by keeping malice with her. Brother, say you don’t fear for your…
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