Pope Leo XIV has condemned the gruesome killing of over 200 people in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, describing it as a “terrible massacre” of innocent lives. The Roman Catholic Pontiff made the statement via Vatican News on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, as he led heartfelt prayers for the…
A Nigerian healthcare worker, Adewale Kudabo, has been sentenced to one year in prison in the United Kingdom for sexually assaulting a female patient while on duty at York Hospital. The 47-year-old was found guilty of two counts of sexual assault after forcibly kissing a vulnerable patient twice during her hospital stay. The incidents occurred…
Tensions rose in Benue State on Sunday morning as angry youths staged a massive protest in Makurdi, the state capital, over the gruesome killing of over 200 people in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area. The protesters, mostly young people, barricaded the Wurukum Roundabout, a major traffic hub connecting northern and southern Nigeria, causing serious gridlock…
In a major development for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced it will commence nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel starting August 15, 2025. The announcement was made in a statement released Sunday, revealing the deployment of 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers to facilitate fuel distribution across…
The Kano State Police Command has launched a major crackdown on thuggery, popularly referred to as “Yan Daba”, following a series of violent clashes that recently rocked the metropolis. The announcement came via an official statement issued on Sunday, June 15, by Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Abdullahi Hussaini, speaking on behalf of the Commissioner…
A major crisis is brewing within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum on Sunday led a dramatic protest at a North-East stakeholders meeting in Gombe State over the exclusion of Vice President Kashim Shettima from the party’s 2027 re-election agenda. During the meeting, APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and National…
As tensions escalate in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have issued a public safety alert, urging citizens to avoid gatherings and limit movement in public areas across the country. The warning came through a statement from the Home Front Command, the IDF division responsible for civil protection, on Sunday, June 15….
Serie A club Atalanta has placed a hefty €50 million price tag on Nigeria international Ademola Lookman, amid growing interest from Napoli, according to reports from Football Italia. The Italian champions, now managed by Antonio Conte, are eyeing the talented winger as a replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who joined Paris Saint-Germain in January. Napoli Eye…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially cancelled his July 3rd performance at the iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, citing unresolved production and execution issues with the event organisers. In a heartfelt statement posted on his verified Instagram account, the Grammy-nominated artist explained that despite strong ticket sales and overwhelming fan support, the decision was made…
Popular Nigerian comedian and actress, Real Warri Pikin, has joyfully announced that she is expecting her third child with husband, Ikechukwu Asuoha, in a touching Father’s Day tribute. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, the outspoken entertainer shared a heartwarming video that featured her glowing baby bump, her husband, and their children, as they celebrated the…
