Compared to single mothers, she claimed that lone men carry greater burden. Phyna, the star of Big Brother Naija, has said that she is unable to date a single father due to “baby mama drama.” The reality star claimed that the only circumstance in which she may be able to date a single father is…
In anticipation of the February 3, 2024, re-run and bye-elections in certain states, Mahmood Yakubu, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), issued a warning yesterday regarding potential plans to disrupt the electoral process. He revealed this information during his address at the inaugural quarterly meeting of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election…
The Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), an organization dedicated to environmental preservation and peace advocacy, has declared its intention to oppose the departure of the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) from the Niger Delta. This stance comes in response to SPDC’s announcement of its plans to divest its operations in Nigeria’s onshore oil…
United Nations (UN) humanitarians have expressed deep concern for patients and others seeking treatment who had “no way in and out’’ amid continuing fighting in Gaza including reported attacks on hospitals in the southern city of Khan Younis. Speaking in Geneva on Tuesday, Mr Christian Lindmeier, spokesperson for the UN World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed…
Cameroon, a five-time champion, demonstrated their resilience on Tuesday in Bouake, securing a spot in the round of 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with an impressive comeback. Despite a slow start and being down 1-2 in their Group C match on match day 3, the Indomitable Lions showed determination and scored…
A sense of palpable tension filled an Ikeja High Court on Tuesday as a defendant, Ayoko Oluwatobi, made an attempt to commit suicide. Oluwatobi, aged 25, is currently on trial before Justice Hakeem Oshodi. The courtroom is located on the second floor of a two-storey building, directly opposite the second gate of the court complex….
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency is urging prospective pilgrims from the state to promptly submit their deposits to ensure their participation in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. Malam Salihu Abubakar, the Executive Chairman of the Agency, conveyed this message during an interactive session with journalists on Tuesday in Kaduna. Abubakar stressed the significance of acting…
A Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja postponed two distinct lawsuits initiated by former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other parties. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a brief ruling, announced the adjournment to await the Court of Appeal’s report on the application for a stay of proceedings…
extroverted Nigerian artist Habeeb Okikiola, better known by his stage name Portable, has been hauled before the US Embassy in Nigeria and the office of Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, due to a slew of criminal accusations made by US-based musicians, Prince and Dr. Fortunate Egbuchere. The US-based singers’ attorney said in the plea, which…
The Nigerian musician Stanley Omah Didia, better known by his stage name Omah Lay, has responded to admirers who have labeled his sound as “Afro-depression.” The Nigerian musician Stanley Omah Didia, better known by his stage name Omah Lay, has responded to admirers who have labeled his sound as “Afro-depression.” The singer recently stated in…
