The ongoing feud between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has escalated further. In a recent media chat in Abuja, Wike boldly declared that Atiku has no chance of securing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket for the 2027 presidential election. Wike, known for his…
The South Korean entertainment industry is in shock following the tragic news of actor Song Jae-rim‘s death at the age of 39. He was found deceased in his apartment in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, on November 12, 2024. The circumstances surrounding his passing have raised concerns and sparked discussions about mental health within the industry. Discovery and…
Chioma Nnadi, the editorial director of British Vogue, has expressed deep concern regarding the fashion industry’s troubling trend of favouring slimmer models, a shift that appears to be influenced by the rising popularity of weight-loss medications like Ozempic. Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Today program, Nnadi emphasised that this resurgence in preference for thinness threatens…
ollowing the recent arrest of former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), his aides have publicly defended him, asserting that he has “nothing to hide.” Okowa, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023 and was the vice presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the…
President-elect Donald Trump has announced a bold new initiative aimed at streamlining government operations, with tech mogul Elon Musk at the helm. In a move that has caught the attention of both political and business circles, Trump has appointed Musk to lead the newly created ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ (DOGE), alongside former Republican presidential candidate…
In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing educational access and quality, the Abia State Government, under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti, has announced the implementation of free and compulsory education for all children in the state. This policy is set to take effect from January 1, 2025, and will cover all public schools from…
On the morning of November 12, 2024, residents of Jos, Plateau State, were thrown into a state of panic following rumours of a bomb explosion near the bustling Terminus Market. However, the Plateau State Police Command swiftly dismissed these claims as unfounded after a thorough investigation. Incident Overview The alarm was triggered when reports circulated…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has officially ceased all imports of refined petroleum products, transitioning to sourcing fuel exclusively from local refineries, primarily the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. This significant shift, announced by NNPCL’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, during the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists conference in Lagos, marks a pivotal moment…
Welcome to the Weekly Sports Roundup! Stay updated with the latest happenings in the world of sports. Here’s a quick look at the top events and highlights from the past week: Premier League The 11th matchday of the 2024/2025 Premier League took place over the weekend of November 9-10, 2024, featuring several exciting matches that…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced plans for a significant cabinet reshuffle, citing the need to improve performance and inject fresh talent into his administration. This move comes in response to a recent evaluation of his cabinet members’ performance and aims to drive the state’s development agenda forward. Performance Evaluation and Reshuffle Decision…
