The kidnappers of the National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, have demanded N100m ransom The abducted Afenifere youth chieftain has cried out to Nigerians to come to his assistance as he and his family raise the ransom In a trending video, Olajuni said every N100,000, N50,000, or N1,000,000 will go … Read more
Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially assumed office as Ondo State governor after winning the election under the APC. His swearing-in took place on February 24 in Akure Aiyedatiwa pledged to prioritize the welfare of the people, particularly the underprivileged, while focusing on economic and infrastructural development, including Port Ondo and bitumen exploration Aiyedatiwa secured a landslide … Read more
Former military president Ibrahim Babangida recounted a courageous moment from the Biafra War in his autobiography, A Journey in Service He described how he saved his wounded friend, Captain Garba Duba, during the intense Battle of Enugu in 1967 Babangida reflected on the act of bravery, emphasising the importance of evacuating a wounded comrade to … Read more
In a significant act of compassion and justice, the governor of Ondo state, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has announced the extension of grace and mercy to 43 convicts This decision follows the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, which is chaired by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, … Read more
The Nigerian government has decided to discontinue its visa-on-arrival (VOA) policy due to security concerns, sparking worries among foreign investors and stakeholders In response, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, head of PEBEC, assured that discussions are ongoing with the Ministry of Interior to find a balanced solution As a replacement, the government plans to introduce landing … Read more
Bishop David Oyedepo recounted how a woman in the U.S. intentionally tripped him during a church program, believing it would lead to her conceiving a child The woman declared to her husband that she was pregnant immediately after the encounter, and nine months later, she gave birth, affirming her faith-driven action Oyedepo highlighted the story … Read more
Richard Akinnola has refuted former military president Ibrahim Babangidas claims regarding the 1986 assassination of Newswatch editor Dele Giwa Akinnola accused Babangida of historical revisionism, citing police reports and the Oputa Panels findings that contradicted the former leaders statements He challenged Babangidas claim of friendship with Giwa, questioning his credibility and linking his regime to … Read more
A tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway near Ayetoro on February 24 resulted in nine fatalities and three injuries The crash, involving a Toyota bus and a stationary truck, was attributed to excessive speed and driver fatigue The injured victims were taken to Famobis Hospital, Mowe, while the deceased were deposited at the Idera morgue … Read more
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming birthday messages he received on his 65th birthday He acknowledged that some well-wishers only sent their messages after President Bola Tinubu publicly congratulated him, suggesting Tinubus message influenced them El-Rufai extended forgiveness to those who overlooked his birthday, emphasizing unity and praying for Nigerias … Read more
Reno Omokri has tackled some “revisionists” who he accused of attempting to revise Nigerian history Omokri disagreed with the claim that Major Emmanuel Ifeajuna plotted the 1966 coup to make the late Obafemi Awolowo the prime minister (PM) of Nigeria According to Omokri, when the 1966 coup appeared to be succeeding, Ifeajunaunder whose arrest prime … Read more
A coalition of retired civil servants in Nigeria has urged Akpabio to halt a bill restricting the appointment of the Clerk to the National Assembly to only insiders The group warned that the bill would set a dangerous precedent, blocking qualified civil servants from career advancement They cautioned that if passed, the bill could cause … Read more
Former military president Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida has opened up about how his late wife, Maryam, converted to Islam TheTalk.NG reports that Babangida married Maryam, initially named Maria, on September 6, 1969, and they have two boys and girls each In his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’, the 83-year-old commented on how the former first lady … Read more
Former military President Ibrahim Babangida stated that his administration used Nigerias $12.4 billion oil windfall for infrastructure projects and economic stability rather than misappropriating funds He attributed Nigerias economic struggles to excessive public spending and introduced the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP) to reduce oil dependence, control inflation, and stabilize the economy Babangida dismissed allegations of … Read more
A heated exchange erupted between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after her seat was reassigned The Kogi senator alleged that Akpabio had repeatedly sidelined her, denying her the opportunity to present bills for a second reading since their last confrontation Public affairs analyst Hamma Hayatu condemned Akpabios treatment of senators, accusing him … Read more
Minister Abdullahi Ata denies media reports claiming he threatened to leave the APC if the Kano State party chairman is not removed Ata emphasizes the need for unity, fairness, and inclusivity within the APC to ensure success in the 2027 elections The Minister reaffirms his commitment to the APC and calls for accurate, ethical journalism … Read more
Former military president Ibrahim Babangida shared insights into his fathers occupation and the exact moment his parents divorced in his autobiography, A Journey in Service Babangida revealed that his parents divorced after the birth of his sister and returned to Wushishi in Niger state He recounted how his father secured a job as a messenger/interpreter … Read more
The confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan highlights the systemic barriers women face in Nigerian politics Despite a 2022 Federal High Court ruling mandating the enforcement of the National Gender Policy, progress remains slow due to political inertia, cultural biases, and economic constraints Examples from Rwanda and Senegal show that strong … Read more
Business mogul Cosmas Maduka stated that Peter Obi would have implemented similar economic policies as the current government, including subsidy removal He emphasized the need for the government to reinvest subsidy savings into infrastructure to benefit the general public Maduka warned against unproductive borrowing, stressing that loans should be directed towards capital and infrastructural development … Read more
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network (RHAN) has commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) The Pro-Tinubu group said NUPRC under the leadership of Engr. Gbenga Komolafe is transforming Nigeria’s oil and gas sector The secretary general of the group, Fabian Opialu, said NUPRC has recorded significant strides in restoring the lost glory of the … Read more
Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan’s allegation that some Nigerian lawmakers demanded a bribe of $150 million during his trial in Nigeria has continued to generate reactions According to Gambaryan, the three lawmakers who demanded the bribe are Ginger Obinna Onwusibe, Peter Akpanke, and Ginger Obinna Onwusibe However, Omotayo Yusuf, a public analyst, noted that the allegation … Read more
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa and other military leaders were recently denied a visa to go to Canada The development has been generating mixed reactions from Nigerians who have condemned the situation while others called for diplomatic solutions Omotayo Yusuf, a public commentator, in an exclusive interview with TheTalk.NG, opined that two … Read more
Former military president Ibrahim Babangida explained why he added Babangida to his name in his autobiography, A Journey in Service The decision arose from frequent inquiries from colleagues who often confused his last name, leading him to clarify his heritage The former military president humorously noted that despite the name change, he remained his father’s … Read more
The late military historian Nowa Omoigui documented the power struggle between Ibrahim Babangida and Sani Abacha following the foiled Gideon Orkar coup of 1990 Babangida’s newly released autobiography, A Journey in Service, blames “forces by Abacha” for the annulment of the June 12 presidential election in 1993 The rivalry between the two generals created the … Read more
MURIC has strongly criticized former military President Ibrahim Babangida for attempting to absolve himself of blame for the annulment of the June 12 election MURICs director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, condemned Babangidas memoir as an audacious attempt to rewrite history and evade responsibility for Nigerias political instability The group also honored democracy activists, stating that Babangidas … Read more
Senator Kawu Sumaila’s decision to invite APC leaders to his events while excluding NNPP figures has sparked speculation about his political allegiance The senator’s past conflicts with Governor Abba Yusuf over Kano’s emirate structure further fuel speculation about his potential defection to the APC With Kano being NNPP’s stronghold, internal divisions within the party raise … Read more