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Cynthia Morgan’s alleged sad tales with Jude Okoye and his brothers Peter and Paul Okoye seem to have no end The singer, who changed her stage name to Madrina, accused the Okoye brothers of ruining the lives of some people She also revealed the names of the people and shared how she helped the Okoyes’ … Read more

President Bola Tinubu’s minister of state for defence, Bello Matawalle, has gotten a spiritual defence on the allegation of a link with bandits Governor Dauda Lawal recently raised the allegation against the minister, urging him to resign and defend himself However, PPSD dismissed the allegation against the minister, adding that Matawalle swore by the Quran … Read more

Adeboye speaks on romance and how his wife and himself spice up their marriage. Photo credit: PASTOR E. A. ADEBOYESource: FacebookAdeboye to couples: “Spirituality should not reduce romance””The fact that you are a Christian does not in any way take romance out of your marriage. Marriage is the only institution where romance and intimacy is … Read more

Floodwaters submerge Bode-Saadu, a place in Kwara State, leaving homes and properties afloat Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq visits the affected community, assures residents of swift action Heavy rains and road construction cited as causes; State Emergency Management Agency deployed for relief Floods wreak havoc in Bode-Saadu in Kwara State. Photo credit: X/APC Kwara StateSource: Twitter Heavy … Read more

The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress has expressed regret for accepting the N70,000 minimum wage At a recent event in Lagos state, NLC President Joe Ajaero lamented that the N70,000 wage has been rendered useless as the petrol price skyrockets and economic hardship persists Ajaero also lamented that Tinubu betrayed organised labour by increasing … Read more

Nigerian states are mobilizing emergency shelters in anticipation of flooding from the imminent release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam Authorities have identified 11 states at risk and are setting up temporary settlements and relief efforts for affected residents Awareness campaigns and emergency measures, including the deployment of speedboats, are underway to ensure public safety … Read more

The 64th Independence Anniversary celebration will be low-keyed to reflect the trying times the nation is undergoing.SGF stated that the event will afford the government the opportunity to showcase to Nigerians its scorecard recorded within the short period in office to reposition Nigeria through its reform initiatives to deliver the dividends of democracy.Hardship: Oyo govt … Read more

Alhassan Dantata, an energy expert, said green hydrogen is the world’s last chance to transition to clean energy The executive vice chairman of SIDIL Energy Alternatives Limited envisioned Africa becoming a major energy exporter, supplying power to Europe via submarine cables However, Dantata noted that overcoming tribalism and religious divisions, which he identified as Africa’s … Read more

ECOWAS aims to produce 0.5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030, increasing to 10 million tonnes by 2050, as part of its renewable energy strategy Dr Bruno Korgo emphasised West Africas potential in solar, wind, and hydrogen energy, noting that green hydrogen can drive decarbonisation and boost the region’s energy market Nigeria also … Read more

The governor of Katsina state Dikko Radda has lost one of his top aides, Aminu Lawal Custom Aminu, the special adviser on youth to the Katsina state government, reportedly passed on to the great beyond on Thursday, September 19 Governor Radda, in a statement by his chief press secretary, described the late aide as a … Read more

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal earlier raised an alarm and alleged that Bello Matawalle, Nigerias Minister of State for Defence, is behind banditry in the state Governor Lawal, in a now-viral interview, also levelled other heavy allegations against his predecessor and called for his resignation Responding to Lawal’s accusation, Bello Matawalle on Thursday, denied any link … Read more

President Bola Tinubu met with the former INEC chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, at the presidential villa on Thursday, September 19 According to the president, Jega was at the villa to submit his committee’s report on the ministry of livestock to the president Recall that President Tinubu earlier this year appointed Jega as the co-chairman of … Read more

President Bola Tinubu has decided to prioritize domestic issues and will not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria’s delegation, delivering the national statement and engaging in key meetings This decision comes in the wake of recent devastating flooding in Nigeria, highlighting the President’s focus … Read more

The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress counterparts have been urged to resume their N250,000 minimum wage demand Pensioners in the South West made this call to organised labour while reacting to the recent hike in fuel price TheTalk.NG reports that the NNPC Limited announced estimated petrol pump prices across … Read more

In a major crackdown, NAFDAC destroyed 43 billion worth of counterfeit and substandard products in Ibadan The operation, which took place at a dumpsite in Moniya, involved the destruction of falsified drugs, medical devices, and other unwholesome items NAFDAC’s Director-General, Christiana Adeyeye, emphasized the collaborative efforts that led to the seizure of over 30 types … Read more

Matawalle who serves as the minister of state for defence, was previously the governor of Zamfara state from 2019 to 2023. Photo credit: @Bellomatawalle1Source: Twitter’Matwale fully involved in some banditry issues’ – LawalThere were lots of issues in the past with my predecessor. In fact, let me say this very categorically. If I were him, … Read more

The APC national chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has reacted to rumours of plotting to dethrone Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano Ganduje said he is not part of any plan or fresh plot to dethrone the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Gandujes senior special assistant on public enlightenment, Oliver Okpala, described … Read more

The Kogi State government has dismissed several lecturers from Kogi State Polytechnic over allegations of sexual harassment Governor Ahmed Usman Ododos administration emphasizes zero tolerance for such misconduct Students all over the state are urged to speak up, with promises of swift action against offenders Government dismisses lecturers amidst allegations of sexual harassment. Photo credit: … Read more

A coalition of 300 lawyers and human rights activists have threatened to take legal action should the EFCC continue to humiliate former Kogi state governor, Yahaya Bello The Anti-Corruption and Transparency Network (ACTN) said EFCC should stop intimidating Bello as the former governor is not a criminal The group said EFCC’s actions justify insinuations that … Read more

In a proactive measure to safeguard lives and property, the Lagos State Government has announced the imminent demolition of the Mopol 20 Barracks in Ikeja The decision follows alarming assessments by the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) indicating a high risk of structural collapse Authorities are urging calm as they prepare for an emergency … Read more

In a bold move to safeguard the welfare of Nigerian workers, the Federal Government has mandated a new minimum wage for the private sector This directive, aimed at addressing the nation’s economic challenges, was highlighted at a recent meeting in Lagos The government has warned that non-compliance with the N70,000 minimum wage could result in … Read more

Former President Muhammadu Buhari established the ministry of humanitarian affairs in 2019 to consolidate various social intervention programmes and better coordinate poverty reduction efforts A report on Thursday, September 19, 2024, said President Tinubu may be scrapping the ministry of humanitarian affairs because he does not think there is a need for it After assessing … Read more

It has come to our notice that people suspected to be operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission are currently around the Kogi Government Lodge, Asokoro in an attempt to forcefully arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello. They were shooting sporadically.It was reported earlier that the former Governor went to the EFCC Office voluntarily earlier … Read more

In 2023, operatives of Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the EFCC, raided Heartland Estate, Owerri, Imo state TheTalk.NG recalls that a court order in the same year favoured the EFCC against Heartland Estate However, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, a federal high court vacated the interim order and dismissed the EFCC’s case In 2023, the EFCC raided … Read more