FG declares March 31, April 1 as public holidays for Eid-el-Fitr celebration

The Federal Government has declared Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr festival The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, confirmed this in a statement released to the press on Wednesday He encouraged Nigerians to use the holiday period for prayers, unity, and acts of generosity to … Read more

“Deeply troubling”: Akpabio asked to resign over Natasha’s allegation

Action Collective (AC) has demanded the resignation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senate Ethics Committee Chairman Neda Imasuen The pressure group raised concerns over judicial independence after a judge withdrew from the sexual harassment case involving Senators Akpabio and Akpoti-Uduaghan AC also made a strong allegation against the APC, just as it called on … Read more

Rivers: Coalition backs Fubara, raises alarm over ‘fake’ security allegations

The Coalition of Human Rights Monitoring Group dismissed allegations linking Governor Siminalayi Fubara to security issues in Rivers State, calling them politically motivated fabrications The report found no financial or operational connections between Fubara’s administration and militant groups, instead pointing to political power struggles as the source of the allegations The coalition urged an end … Read more

Bills to create 4 states scale second reading at National Assembly

The House of Representatives have passed four bills for second reading seeking to create new states in Nigeria This came amid the ongoing constitutional review meant to alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) The House of Representatives passed 42 bills, which were categorised under various headings, and were passed for … Read more

First lady Oluremi Tinubu faces backlash from nursing students in viral video

During her visit to Delta State, Nigerias First Lady Oluremi Tinubu faced rejection from nursing students who refused to accept her as their mother, sparking a viral social media reaction The incident occurred amid the First Ladys efforts to promote her Renewed Hope Initiative, which has been praised for health sector improvements since 2023 The … Read more

Blessing CEO Rejoices As IVD Bags Unilag Admission, Taunts Haters: “Villains Deserve a Chance”

Nigerian socialite Blessing CEO has taken to social media to announce her man, IVD’s latest academic feat The self-styled relationship therapist announced that IVD had gained admission to study at the University of Lagos Blessing CEO taunted critics of their relationship with proof of IVD’s admission, and some netizens shared their thoughts Nigerian socialite Blessing … Read more

Saheed Osupa links up with Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong in epic Enc…

Saheed Osupa, Fuji music legend, shares a thrilling moment with Super Eagles skipper William Troost-Ekong in Lagos The duo’s meeting sparks buzz online after Osupa posts a clip vibing to his classic tunes with the footballer Ekong, fresh from national team duties, enjoys a rare off-pitch moment with the iconic Nigerian artiste CHECK OUT: Why … Read more

Prison inmates, NYSC members disenfranchised in elections – Group raises alarm

A youth advocacy group has exposed systemic voting exclusion of security personnel, INEC staff, NYSC members, and prison inmates during Nigerian elections The activists revealed that election workers and inmates remain disenfranchised despite court rulings, undermining democratic credibility The group demands urgent reforms, including special voting arrangements, to ensure electoral inclusivity ahead of future polls … Read more