The Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, on Wednesday expressed his willingness to contest the 2023 presidential election only if Nigerians canvassed his candidature. The two-time governor of Abia State, however, said his ambition for now is to return to the Senate in 2023. The All Progressives Congress chieftain, who is representingContinue reading “Everywhere I go, I’m asked to contest 2023 presidential seat – Kalu”
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Court summons Fani-Kayode’s ex-wife over alleged document falsification
A Chief Magistrate Court in the Karu area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Wednesday summoned Precious Chikwendu, the estranged wife of a member of the All Progressives Congress, Femi Fani-Kayode, over alleged complicity in the falsification of court documents. The police had in a First Information Report, filed before the court, alleged thatContinue reading “Court summons Fani-Kayode’s ex-wife over alleged document falsification”
Female ex-NIS officer arrested for scamming jobseekers, collecting N34m
A 42-year-old woman, Hajarat Egbunu, has been arrested by the Katsina State Police Command over an alleged job scam. PUNCH Metro learnt that the Kogi State indigene was a former official of the Nigerian Immigration Service and was based in Abuja. The suspect was reported to have collected N34,800,000 from some jobseekers, who were issued withContinue reading “Female ex-NIS officer arrested for scamming jobseekers, collecting N34m”
BBNaija S6: Maria didn’t understand my ‘feelings’ towards her, says Whitemone
Big Brother Naija winner, Whitemoney, stated that Maria did not understand his feelings towards her at the beginning of the show. He made this known in his official interview with the show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, as he discussed his stay in the show. When Ebuka asked him about Maria, Whitemoney said, “With Maria, I wasContinue reading “BBNaija S6: Maria didn’t understand my ‘feelings’ towards her, says Whitemone”
Angel Speaks On People Seeing Her Unclad In The House
Former BBNaija housemate, Angel has reacted to the constant online bashing and dragging she has been facing after leaving the house. Recall, the ex BBN housemate went unclad in the house on several occasions and Nigerians dragged her to filth over her ungodly behavior. On a particular day in the house, Angel revealed her downside totally inContinue reading “Angel Speaks On People Seeing Her Unclad In The House”
Fans gift Whitemoney a Toyota Venza car worth millions of naira
The fans of the BBNaija season 6 winner, Whitemoney has displayed a kind gesture to their fave once again as they gifted him a Toyota Venza car estimated to be worth millions of naira. In a video shared by an Instagram blog known as Ourtalkroom, a picture of Whitemoney could be seen on the car which goesContinue reading “Fans gift Whitemoney a Toyota Venza car worth millions of naira”
JUST IN!!! Suspected Killers Of Chike Akunyili Arrested By Anambra Police
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of Chike Akunyili, husband to late former Minister of Information, Prof Dora Akunyili, Igbere TV has learnt. According to The Nation, the police said its operatives were on the hunt for those who set ablaze the residence of Joe Igbokwe, SpecialContinue reading “JUST IN!!! Suspected Killers Of Chike Akunyili Arrested By Anambra Police”
2023: If you don’t bid, you can’t win, Osinbajo tells youths
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says if young Nigerians fail to bid for elective offices at the 2023 general elections, they cannot win. Osinbajo made the observation through President Muhammadu Buhari’s Senior Special Assistant on National Assembly Matters (Senate), Sen. Babajide Omoworare. Omoworare represented Osinbajo at the opening of a two-day retreat for young legislators at theContinue reading “2023: If you don’t bid, you can’t win, Osinbajo tells youths”
Army launches military exercises to checkmate criminality
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has advised criminal elements in the country to surrender their arms and embrace peace or face serious security measures.Yahaya gave the advice on Monday in Enugu during the launch of three new security exercises for the various sections of the country. The exercises include: “Golden Dawn”Continue reading “Army launches military exercises to checkmate criminality”
Groups hail C’River north APC leadership over zoning chairmanship position to Yala LGA
APC reschedules state congresses for October 2As stakeholders commend South South leader, Gov Ayade Ahead of 2023 general elections, support groups under the auspices of Cross River North Empowerment and Justice (CRNEJ) Initiative, Monday, hailed leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Cross River North Senatorial district over zoning chairmanship position to Yala Local GovernmentContinue reading “Groups hail C’River north APC leadership over zoning chairmanship position to Yala LGA”
Nigerian stock market opens October with N15bn gain
Millennials and the future of the Nigerian Stock ExchangeTrading in the domestic stock market resumed on Monday bullish with a gain of 0.05 per cent on investors’ interest in Eterna and 22 others. Precisely, the benchmark index rose by 21.88 points or 0.05 percent to close at 40,243.05 from 40,221.17 achieved on Thursday. Accordingly, month-to-dateContinue reading “Nigerian stock market opens October with N15bn gain”
Night travelling now unsafe for motorists, commuters ― FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps ( FRSC) says night travelling is unsafe for motorists and commuters, especially now that most roads are in a deplorable state and insecurity on the increase. The FRSC Sector Commander in Kogi, Mr Solomon Agure, made the assertions in a statement on Monday in Lokoja. Agure said that no goodContinue reading “Night travelling now unsafe for motorists, commuters ― FRSC”
Walk against Drug Abuse: Campaigner calls for fight against hard drugs, harmful vices
The convener of the United Breeds Foundation, Anthony Abakporo, has called on parents, political, religious and community leaders to come together and fight against drug abuse which he said has infiltrated our community and ruining the youths. Abakporo, made the call at the just concluded Walk against hard drugs and harmful vices organised by UnitedContinue reading “Walk against Drug Abuse: Campaigner calls for fight against hard drugs, harmful vices”
Afghanistan’s interim Taliban government holds first cabinet meeting
The interim government of Afghanistan, which is made up entirely of members of the Taliban, has held its first cabinet meeting since taking power in August. According to a statement released by the Taliban’s chief spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban’s council of ministers agreed at a meeting in Kabul on Monday to begin issuing passportsContinue reading “Afghanistan’s interim Taliban government holds first cabinet meeting”
ACCI embarks on activities for active participation
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) says it has embarked on activities to strengthen capacity of the Organised Private Sector to participate actively in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Dr Al-Mujtaba Abubakar, ACCI President, on Monday in Abuja at the opening of its 16th Abuja International Trade Fair, described it asContinue reading “ACCI embarks on activities for active participation”
NGX vows to transform financial services through technology
Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has vowed to transform the financial services space through technology with a keen focus on the Nigerian capital market that can boost the advancement of the Nigerian economy. The Exchange stated this at its inaugural TechNovation conference held virtually with the theme: ‘Technology, Platforms and Markets’. Speaking during the conference, the ChiefContinue reading “NGX vows to transform financial services through technology”
Former President Jonathan tasks African lawyers on democracy, rule of law
Former President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has charged African lawyers to work to protect democracy, good governance, human rights, as a means of bringing an end to growing conflicts and violence in the continent. In this regard, he urged them to advocate for the establishment of a strong rule of law, describing it as aContinue reading “Former President Jonathan tasks African lawyers on democracy, rule of law”
I’m Being Judged Constantly, I Can’t Take It Anymore – BBNaija’s Tega Cries Out
Nigerian reality TV star, Tega Dominic has cried out on social media after facing heavy backlash on social media. The controversial self acclaimed actress, in her recent tweet, said she is mentally exhausted from being judged constantly and facing online bullying. She stated that she is not perfect and she can no longer handle the negativity andContinue reading “I’m Being Judged Constantly, I Can’t Take It Anymore – BBNaija’s Tega Cries Out”
BREAKING: South-East govs condemn IPOB’s sit-at-home, silent on Nnamdi Kanu
The South-East Governors and traditional rulers on Tuesday condemned the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra over the every Monday sit-at-home order that has had crippling effects on socio-economic activities of the zone. The governors rose in a meeting with some selected leaders at the Government House, Enugu, and declared that such order can no longerContinue reading “BREAKING: South-East govs condemn IPOB’s sit-at-home, silent on Nnamdi Kanu”
BBNaija’s Emmanuel And Angel Unfollow Each Other On Instagram
Finalists of BBNaija ‘Shine Ya Eye’ edition, Angeland Emmanuel have unfollowed each other on Instagram barely 24 hours after the show was concluded. From indications, the development is coming after the duo were seen interacting late in the night before the grand finale this past Sunday. As you may recall, they both sat to have aContinue reading “BBNaija’s Emmanuel And Angel Unfollow Each Other On Instagram”
Whitemoney Sparks Outrage After Choosing Housemate To Go On Vacation With Him
BBNaija winner, Whitemoney has been tackled on social media after he chose Niyi over Queen to follow him on a vacation. Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney is no news the winner of the just concluded Big Brother Naija season 6 ‘Shine Ya Eye’ show. After the show ended on Sunday with the announcement of theContinue reading “Whitemoney Sparks Outrage After Choosing Housemate To Go On Vacation With Him”
Actress Stephanie Okereke Linus Gets A Surprise Birthday Party From Husband
Nigerian Actress and filmmaker Stephanie Linuswas hosted to yet another surprise birthday party by her husband, Linus Idahosa. The surprise party marked Stephanie Linus’ 39th birthday and it was well attended by her family, close friends and lovers of goodwill. Commenting on the suprise celebration, Stephanie noted on her Instagram page that she had told herContinue reading “Actress Stephanie Okereke Linus Gets A Surprise Birthday Party From Husband”
Whitemoney Reacts As His IG Page Handler Asks For N30million Out Of His Prize Money
BBNaija winner, Whitemoney caused serious laughter over his reaction to his handler’s birthday wish of getting N30million out of his prize money. His handler identified as Libra King on Instagram, celebrated his birthday recently and during the birthday party, he was asked to make a wish in front of his candles which were placed on his birthdayContinue reading “Whitemoney Reacts As His IG Page Handler Asks For N30million Out Of His Prize Money”
Sit-at-home: Seal any shop closed in solidarity with IPOB, Arewa group tells Northern Govs
The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum has rejected the recent call by the Indigenous People Of Biafra on the Middle Belt people to join its sit-at-home campaign, warning that no section of the north should be a party to “a deliberate, politically-motivated plan to undermine or worsen the nation’s current security challenges.” In a statement byContinue reading “Sit-at-home: Seal any shop closed in solidarity with IPOB, Arewa group tells Northern Govs”
Woman dies in apartment, missing two-year -old’s body found in canal
The remains of a woman identified simply as Ego have been recovered from her apartment on Femi Otunnubi Street, in the Bariga area of Lagos State. PUNCH Metro gathered that Ego, who had been sick for a while, was rushed to a hospital for treatment, but discharged on the same day. A source told our correspondentContinue reading “Woman dies in apartment, missing two-year -old’s body found in canal”
Nigerians Drag Laycon Over His Recent Tweet (See Screenshot)
Nigerians have dragged BBNaija winner, Layconafter he made a post on Twitter, stating that he doesn’t like to brag. Laycon tweeted that one thing about him is the fact that he hates showing off, but still, God uses him to show off and he loves it. Laycon further prayed for himself that he would continue toContinue reading “Nigerians Drag Laycon Over His Recent Tweet (See Screenshot)”
Lady Claims She Is Pregnant For Whitemoney
A young Nigerian lady has come out of the blues to make a bold claim that Big Brother Naija Season six winner, Whitemoney, got her pregnant. The lady identified as ‘Whitemoney’s wife’ made this revelation in a video generating traffic and diverse opinions on Instagram. In the video, she lifted up her shirt to her bustContinue reading “Lady Claims She Is Pregnant For Whitemoney”
2face accused me of sleeping with his wife, Brymo alleges
Nigerian singer, Olawale Ashimi, popularly known as Brymo, alleged that Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2face/2baba accused him of sleeping with his wife. In a long Twitter thread on Monday night, Brymo narrated his feud with 2face, alleging that the latter sent thugs to beat him up. His thread read, “In the very recent past, a manContinue reading “2face accused me of sleeping with his wife, Brymo alleges”
Woman Reveals She Shares Husband With Her Mum And Sister To Keep Him Happy
A woman said that she shares her spouse with her mother and sister. Madi Brooks, a TikTok user with over 92,700 followers, came up about her open relationship in a video. The social media celebrity, her mother, and her husband are all in an open relationship, and even her sister joins in on the fun.Continue reading “Woman Reveals She Shares Husband With Her Mum And Sister To Keep Him Happy”
Comedian Cute Abiola Buys Mansion In Lekki
Popular Nigerian Instagram comedian Cute Abiola acquires a new mansion as His colleagues have taken to their pages to congratulate him, with the comedian sharing a few of the congratulatory posts on his Insta-story. Cute Abiola has bought a mansion in the Lekki axis of Lagos state. His colleagues have taken to their pages to congratulate him, withContinue reading “Comedian Cute Abiola Buys Mansion In Lekki”
Police recover decomposed body of social media influencer, Brakin Face
The Delta State Police has confirmed the recovery of the decomposing body of 23-year-old Delta State-born comedian and social media influencer, Onomuakpokpo Ogheneochukome, popularly known as Brakin Face. The Police Public Relations Officer for Delta State Command, DSP Bright Edafe, told journalists that the popular comedian was found dead in his apartment on Sunday morning.Continue reading “Police recover decomposed body of social media influencer, Brakin Face”
Wadume: Army shields killer soldiers, refuses to court-martial kidnap collaborators
FOUR months after the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, took over the case of a suspected Taraba kidnap kingpin, Hamisu Bala (aka Wadume), and his co-defendants, and dropped charges against his accomplices in the military, authorities of the Nigerian Army have yet to court-martial them, The PUNCH reports. The then Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, hadContinue reading “Wadume: Army shields killer soldiers, refuses to court-martial kidnap collaborators”
Supporting herders is illegal, political suicide, Falana tells FG
Human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), says the Federal Government’s decision to support herders who are planning on challenging the anti-grazing law in court is not only unconstitutional but political suicide. Falana said this in a statement on Monday while reacting to a report by The PUNCH quoting the Special Assistant (Media) to the Attorney-General ofContinue reading “Supporting herders is illegal, political suicide, Falana tells FG”
Zamfara speaker’s father dies of heart attack in bandits’ den – Uncle
Alhaji Abubakar Magarya, father of the Speaker of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Nasiru Magarya, has died in the captivity of bandits. Magarya, who was the District Head of Magarya village, had been kidnaped by bandits eight weeks ago alongside his wife, Hauwa’u,and three-week-old baby. The Speaker’s uncle, Mallam Dahiru Magarya, was also kidnapped,Continue reading “Zamfara speaker’s father dies of heart attack in bandits’ den – Uncle”
Zamfara speaker’s father ‘buried’, body not recovered
A burial prayer for the late father of the Speaker of Zamfara State House of Assembly, late Alhaji Muazu Magarya, was performed on Monday in Gusau, the state capital. The burial prayer, which was led by Sheikh Ahmed Kanoma, was done at the Speaker’s house at Gada-biyu Gusau, even though the corpse of the deceasedContinue reading “Zamfara speaker’s father ‘buried’, body not recovered”
Northern group kicks against zoning 2023 presidency
THE opposition against the zoning of the 2023 Presidency continued on Monday with a coalition of over 60 Northern groups, describing it as undemocratic. The CNG warned that any political party which takes any step to block the window for the possible emergence of a northern presidential candidate will be rejected. The organization also threatenedContinue reading “Northern group kicks against zoning 2023 presidency”
CSOs berate FG, VIPs as Pandora papers implicate Peter Obi, nine others
Civil rights groups on Monday berated politicians and the elites as 10 Nigerian politicians were implicated in the Pandora Papers for tax evasion. They were among hundreds of individuals from other countries indicted by the papers for hiding their wealth and assets in offshore locations to evade taxes. Civil rights organisations including Transition Monitoring GroupContinue reading “CSOs berate FG, VIPs as Pandora papers implicate Peter Obi, nine others”
Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram back online after record seven-hour outage
About three billion social media users regained access to their online community late Monday as Facebook-owned services, WhatsApp and Instagram, came back online after a record seven-hour outage. The social tools including Facebook’s own Messenger service were first reported as not being available from 04:25pm on Monday, leaving online users frustrated and unable to connectContinue reading “Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram back online after record seven-hour outage”
Abia varsity students protest bad road after colleague’s death
Students of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, on Monday, grounded activities on the Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene Road to protest against the deplorable condition of the highway. The President of the Students Union, Ogochukwu Chukwuma, said the protest was sparked off by the killing of a final-year student, Chidinma Ogbonna, on Sunday by a trailer.Continue reading “Abia varsity students protest bad road after colleague’s death”
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