NDLEA Arrests Instagram Comedian, De- General
Officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a popular Instagram skit maker, Sunday Joshua popularly known as De-General. According to a statement by the Agency, the comedian was arrested following the raid of a notorious drug joint at Orchid Estate, Lekki area of Lagos State. The statement added that illicit drugs […]
BREAKING: Former Nigerian Leader, Shonekan Is Dead
Former Nigerian Leader, Chief Ernest Shonekan has died. Shonekan who headed the Interim National Government that succeeded the junta of General Ibrahim Babangida, died in Lagos at the age of 85. More to follow…
Why we are organizing conference on public and private varsities in Africa, by Falola
By Olayinka Oyegbile and Emmanuel Onoja Renowned Professor of History, Toyin Falola, has said the recently concluded conference on Impact of Private Universities on Public Universities in Africa, was organized to examine higher education on the continent. The two-day conference which was held at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, was organised by Carnegie Foundation, New […]
Tinubu Informs Buhari, Osinbajo On 2023 Ambition
Former Lagos state governor and National Leader of the All Progressive Congress(APC) Bola Ahmed Tinubu said has officially informed President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinabjo of his ambition to contest the Presidential election in 2023. Tinubu stated this during an interactive session with State House Correspondents on Monday. “I have informed the president […]
FOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY TO HONOUR FALOLA
The Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State is to honour Professor Toyin Falola, the eminent and global scholar of the Humanities, on January 14. The honour for the renowned professor is part of the University’s Convocation, which is holding a conference in Falola’s honour on January 13. The international colloquium is the first of its kind […]
Veteran Juju Musician, Dayo Kujore, Dies At 63
Veteran Juju musician, Dayo Kujore, is dead. He was aged 63. Kujore was said to have died on Monday, according to his daughter, Dayo Kujore. The details of the death of the “Soko Extra” crooner is yet to be ascertained as formal announcement is expected to be made by the family. Details later…
Soot Pollution: Wike Declares 19 Oil Refinery Illegal Wanted
Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, says he has identified those behind illegal oil bunkering and refinery activities in the state. Governor Wikse said he would arrest and publish the names of those that are allegedly involved. Wike’s special assistant on media, Kelvin Ebiri said the governor disclosed this in a statewide broadcast on Sunday. […]
NCDC Alerts States As Lassa Fever Death Toll Hits 102
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said it has sent letters to states to alert the authorities on the disturbing trend of Lassa fever outbreak in the country. In its latest situation report on the disease published recently, the agency revealed that a total of 102 infected people died from the disease in 2021. […]
How I Overcame Porn Addiction- Banky W
Music executive and songwriter, Olubankole Wellington popularly known as Banky W says he overcame porn addiction and promiscuity by filling a “God void” he long had. The singer who spoke during an interview on LinkedIn Visibility Show said the vices started during the early days of his music career. “In the eyes of the world […]
Full Fixtures, Venue, Time As AFCON Kicks Off In Cameroun
The 33rd Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will start today, January 9 in Cameroun. The three-week tournaments which will kick off today, will see the host, Cameroon, take on Burkina Faso in the opening fixture at the new 60, 000 seat Olembe Stadium in Yaounde at 4pm West Africa Time The defending champion, Algeria would […]