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PHOTOS: Banky W, Mike Okonkwo, Matthew Ashimolowo, Others Attend late Odukoya’s Funeral
At the funeral service for the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya of the Fountain of Life, which took place on Saturday, prominent figures such as the well-known Nigerian artiste Bankole Wellington, also known as Banky W, along with notable clergymen, were in attendance. Pastor Odukoya passed away on August 7 in the United States at the age of 67. Among the distinguished pastors spotted at the service were Bishop Mike Okonkwo, the Presiding Bishop of The…
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Nigeria ready to play a major role in G-20 – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu, speaking at the 18th G-20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India, emphasized Nigeria’s willingness to assume a significant role within the G-20 and contribute to shaping a more equitable global landscape. This commitment to global cooperation, inclusiveness, and a fairer world order was conveyed by the President during his address to world leaders. In his speech, President Tinubu also recognized the crucial role of the G-20 in shaping a rules-based international system…
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The forces we are up against are entrenched and formidable but not insurmountable – Peter Obi tells supporters
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party in the 2023 Presidential election, has called on his supporters, affectionately referred to as “Obedients,” to stay composed in the aftermath of the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) rejecting his petition against President Tinubu’s victory. The court’s ruling on Wednesday, September 6, declared that his challenge to Bola Tinubu’s declaration as the winner of the February 2023 presidential election did not have a valid basis He…
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By the grace of God I will be alive to complete my tenure – Akeredolu says as he returns to Nigerian after undergoing treatment in Germany
Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has expressed his determination to serve out his entire term as governor. Following a three-month medical stay in Germany, Governor Akeredolu officially resumed his duties on Friday, September 8. He returned to Nigeria on Thursday, September 7, after undergoing treatment for an undisclosed ailment. During his first day back, the governor convened a meeting with key stakeholders from the state, including Olamide Oladiji, the Speaker of the Assembly, Lucky Aiyedatiwa,…
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Africa Union becomes permanent member of G-20
The G-20, also known as the Group of 20, has welcomed the African Union (AU) as a permanent member. This announcement was made by India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, during the inauguration of a leaders’ summit in New Delhi, India’s capital, gathering leaders from the world’s wealthiest nations. In his opening speech, Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Azali Assoumani, the chairman of the African Union, to join as a permanent member of the…
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INEC has broken the trust of Nigerians – Osinbajo’s aide
Laolu Akande, the media aide to former Nigerian Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, expressed on the ‘Politics Today’ program on Channels Television that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) shattered Nigerians’ trust by not electronically transmitting the results of the 2023 presidential and National Assembly elections as promised. Akande also highlighted INEC’s failure to deliver on its commitment to publish polling unit results on their Result Viewing Portal. “It is important to establish something we cannot…
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Seminarian burnt to death as bandits set Catholic parish house ablaze in Kaduna
Suspected bandits launched an attack on St. Raphael Catholic Church in Fadan Kamantan, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in the tragic death of the seminarian, Bro. Naam Stephen Ngofe Danlami. This incident occurred at the Parish in Kalimantan, which falls under the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan in Jema’a Local Government Area of the state. According to a report from the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the assailants carried out their assault…
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Teach your sons how to cook and clean. This generation of girls won’t marry rubbish – Nigerian woman tells parents
Ima Obong Uboh, a Nigerian woman, has offered advice to parents, urging them to raise their sons properly. She wrote; “Dear parents, Raise your sons right o. Teach them to be responsible and accountable. Teach them how to cook and clean o. This generation of girls won’t marry rubbish o. Your sons go de dia papa house tire o. I say make I update una,”
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I am richer than most men I meet – Skit maker, Ash Musy gives reasons why she is still single
Amarachi Amusi, the Nigerian skit maker and brand influencer, widely recognized as Ashmusy, has opened up about the reason for her single status. She explained that she remains single because she earns more than most of the men who approach her for a relationship. She said this during her appearance as a guest on the Tell Your Story podcast, hosted by Aloma Isaac Junior, also known as Zicsaloma. According to her; “With my status presently,…
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Shettima and his gang may celebrate a stolen mandate but a time will come when they will feel the impact of what transpired – Timi Frank
Comrade Timi Frank, a former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), emphasized that only God can remove Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), from politics. His statement came in response to Vice President Kashim Shettima’s assertion that he would “retire Atiku and teach him how to rear goats and broilers,” following the Presidential Election Petition Court’s decision on petitions challenging Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory in…
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I know that Obi won’t win the election, it was a tough election – Nyesom Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, asserted that those backing Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, lack a deep understanding of politics. He made this statement during an interview on Channels TV on Thursday, following the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal’s confirmation of Bola Tinubu’s win in the February 2023 presidential election. He said; “I know that he [Obi] won’t win the election. Let me tell you the truth, I am a…
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Rihanna, Asap Rocky finally reveal the name of their second son
Rihanna, the singer, and A$AP Rocky, the rapper, have unveiled the name of their second son: Riot Rose Mayers. TMZ reported that Rihanna gave birth to their baby boy in early August. According to The Blast who obtained the birth certificate and initially broke the news of the child’s name, Riot was born at 7:41 am on August 1, 2023, at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. This naming choice follows their tradition of favoring…
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