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Okorocha to build tuition-free Islamic university in Daura
Former governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, has disclosed that the Rochas Okorocha Foundation will build a free Islamic University in President Muhammadu Buhari’s hometown Daura, Katsina State. The former governor was recently conferred with the traditional title of Maga Alherin Kasar Hausa by the Emir of Daura, Umar Faruk. Isa Halidu, who represented Mr Okorocha at an event in Daura on Saturday, August 7, said students would enjoy free tuition and accommodation at the…
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”The opportunities that come with this is huge”- New bbnaija housemate, JMK, reveals she forfeited her call to bar just to be on the show
New BBNaija housemate, JMK, has revealed that she forfeited her call to bar this year just to be on the reality TV show. JMK and three other new housemates were introduced into the house last night. While speaking to her fellow housemate, Angel, in the room last night, JMK said she just took her bar exam and her results were good but that the call to bar ceremony and her entrance into the house clashed. She…
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Hushpuppi: FBI will get you whether you like it or not – Falana tells Abba Kyari
Human rights activist and lawyer, Femi Falana, has said the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will get embattled Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, to face justice whether he likes it or not. He spoke during a Twitter Spaces conversation hosted by one of the EndSARS activists, Rinu Oduala. According to Falana: “Whether Abba Kyari likes it or not, the Americans are going to get him to stand trial. “We want to make the government…
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Hushpuppi: Northern groups want Abba Kyari’s suspension reversed
The Coalition of Northern Groups has faulted the suspension of embattled Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mr Abba Kyari following reports by a U.S court linking him to internet fraudster, Ramon Abbas, a.k.a Hushpuppi. Kyari was also suspended by the Police Service Commission on August 1 However spokesman of the Coalition comprising of civil society organisations and non-governmental bodies, Abdulazeez Sulaiman stated that both the Nigerian police authorities and the FBI breached Kyari‘s fundamental rights by…
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We can’t sanction spray of Naira notes, we are not a law enforcement agency – CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said that it cannot enforce laws against violators of its currency or financial rules. Acting Director of CBN’s Corporate Communications, Osita Nwanisobi who represented CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele at an interactive session with the organised labour in Calabar, Cross River state over the weekend, warned against mishandling, defacing and rough-treating the Naira as the federal government spends much to print it. According to Nwanisobi, the cost of printing…
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Woman sets herself ablaze over husband’s plan to take second wife
A 25-year-old woman identified as Maimuna Wadaji has set herself ablaze over her husband’s decision to take a second wife in Dutse local Government, Jigawa State. The State command, Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Lawan Shiisu Adam, who confirmed the incident said it happened on Sunday at Rungumau village after her husband unveilled his plan to marry second wife. Adam explained that the woman had earlier protested after she got information about her husband’s plan…
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Kiddwaya’s mum, Susan Waya, floats governorship ambition
Susan Waya, mother to reality TV star Kiddwaya, has declared interest to run in the Governorship poll for Benue State come 2023. Susan who is running under the Umbrella of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) made this known via her Instagram page on Saturday, where she shared her campaign banner. She wrote, “Who is coming with me? There’s no right time to do this.” Susan Waya is the wife of Terry Waya, a UK-based billionaire…
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Chelsea owner, Roman Abramovich ‘requests urgent meeting with Lionel Messi’s reps over transfer’
Chelsea Billionaire owner, Roman Abramovich, is now reportedly trying to sign Lionel Messi after Barcelona announced this week the superstar player will be leaving the club. According to reports, Abramovich is said to have ‘requested an urgent meeting’ with Messi’s representatives. On Thursday, August 5, Barcelona announced that Messi, 34, will leave the club after 21 years, as they will not be able to renew his contract due to financial regulations in Spain.It means Messi…
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Kehinde Daniels, daughter of Gbenga Daniels weds Debola Williams in Lagos (Photos)
Co-founder/CEO of RED Media, Adebola Williams and Kehinde Daniel, daughter of former governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, had their church wedding today, August 7, 2021. The wedding was attended by a huge number of Nigerian and Ghanaian celebrities. Former President, Goodluck Jonathan, his wife, Patience Jonathan, and current Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, also graced the occasion. See some of the photos below
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Hijrah: Look out for new moon on Sunday – Sultan tells Muslims
Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III has directed Muslim Ummah to look out for the new moon of Muharram 1443 AH, on Sunday, August 8, 2021. In a statement signed by Prof. Sambo Junaidu, Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto, Abubakar prayed that Allah should assist Muslims in the discharge of their religious duties. It read; “This is to inform the Muslim Ummah that Sunday, August 8, which is equivalent to…
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“That we hear so many negative news doesn’t mean there are no true happy marriages ” – Betty Irabor shares marriage nuggets to mark her 37th wedding anniversary
Founder of Genevieve Magazine, Betty Irabor has taken to Instagram to assure people that there are still happy marriages. Irabor in a post on Instagram in celebration of her 37th wedding anniversary shared a thowback photo She pointed out that good marriages don’t just happen, it takes a lot of communication, commitment and empathy. In her words: “Good marriages don’t just happen!! “Listen! The fact that we hear so many negative news about married couples…
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Nigerian men must Cheat – Actress Princess Shyngle
Gambian-born Ghanaian actress, Princess Shyngle has stated her opinion of Nigerian men. The curvy actress said Nigerian men are good at taking care of women financially, emotionally, and sexually but they cannot do without cheating. She had asked her followers to send her a question via her Instagram Stories. A question then came in which reads: “What’s your take on Nigerian men” Replying, Princess Shyngle wrote: “😂🤣 Honestly Nigerian men know how to spoil their…
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