Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, has dared veteran journalist and Arise TV anchor, Dr. Reuben Abati, to a “street fight” over what he described as disrespectful and mischievous remarks made during a live broadcast. The fiery challenge came during Oshiomhole’s appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Tuesday, where he reacted to Abati’s comments…
In a major development from the National Assembly, the House of Representatives has rejected a proposed constitutional amendment bill seeking to implement rotational presidency across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The controversial bill, championed by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu, aimed to formalize the rotation of the presidency and vice presidency among the North Central, North…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday celebrated Ayelabola Ololade, a final-year Computer Science student and model at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), for her historic entry into the Guinness World Records. Ololade made global headlines after completing an astonishing 130.62 kilometers on a catwalk — the longest distance ever walked on a runway by…
Retired Navy Captain Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade, a former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State, has passed away at the age of 70. The respected elder statesman, who hailed from Ipoti-Ekiti in Ekiti State, died on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Apapa, Lagos. Olubolade, who celebrated his 70th birthday on November 30, 2024, reportedly slumped while playing…
The Governing Council of Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of Abuja) has officially appointed Mrs. Roseline Adakayi as the institution’s new Acting Registrar. The announcement was made in a statement on Monday by Dr. Habib Yakoob, Acting Director of Information. The appointment, approved by the Council Chairman, Dr. Olanrewaju Tejuoso, is effective May 12, 2025,…
The Federal Government has officially defended its decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing a total collapse of governance, political instability, and attacks on vital oil infrastructure as the main reasons. This comes as a response to a lawsuit filed by 11 opposition PDP governors, who argue that the move was…
In a powerful appeal for peace, newly elected Pope Leo XIV addressed tens of thousands of people from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, urging world leaders to end war and violence across the globe. The Chicago-born pontiff, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, marked only his second public appearance since becoming the 267th…
According to data released by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Anambra and Lagos states top the list of exam malpractice suspects in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Speaking at a press briefing on Friday at JAMB headquarters in Abuja, Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede revealed that 80 suspects are currently being interrogated…
Cambridge, UK – May 10, 2025 — In a surprising political development, Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, met with ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in the United States, sparking fresh buzz over Nigeria’s growing opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the 11th Annual Cambridge Africa…
May 10, 2025 – Travel Desk In a major boost for Nigerian travellers, a valid Schengen visa now grants access to 27 European countries, making European travel easier and more affordable. Whether you’re heading abroad for tourism, business, education, or family visits, once you have a Schengen visa from any member state, you can freely…
