The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been thrown into turmoil following the unexpected defection of prominent party figures, including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his predecessor, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Reacting to the political shockwave, Acting PDP National Chairman, Umar Damagum, described the development as “very sad […]
In a move to combat the growing threat of digital fraud, the United Kingdom is set to become the first country in Europe to outlaw the possession and supply of SIM farms—devices used by criminals to send mass scam texts and create fake online accounts. The new legislation, announced by the UK Home Office, […]
In Nigeria’s ever-fluid political terrain, defections between major parties have become almost routine, particularly among sitting governors. While much focus in recent years has been on defections from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), there have been several key instances of governors switching allegiance to the PDP while still […]
2023 presidential candidate for the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has decried transactional politics in Nigeria. Speaking at John Hopkins University in Washington, D.C., Obi alleged that some Nigerian youths are being paid to spread confusion and abuse others online, despite being the very demography that leaders are supposed to be fighting for. According to Obi, […]
In light of rising global economic uncertainties, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged African nations to enhance intra-regional trade and integration as a strategic buffer against future economic shocks. Speaking during the 2025 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva emphasized the need for African leaders to […]
Monimichelle Sports Facility Construction Ltd has threatened legal action demanding retraction of a recent publication by BSN Sports, which it claims made defamatory statements about the company’s role in the Benue State stadium project and the relegation of Lobi Stars Football Club. In a letter addressed to Mr. Niyi Busari, Publisher and CEO of BSN […]
Legendary Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, has reaffirmed his commitment to the Celestial Church of Christ,.pointing out that he has constructed a parish as a personal act of faith and devotion. In a recent statement, the renowned artist expressed his unwavering loyalty to the white garment church, stating, “I’m […]
China has launched the world’s first hospital entirely powered by artificial intelligence. Dubbed “Agent Hospital,” the virtual facility was developed by researchers at Tsinghua University’s Institute for AI Industry Research (AIR) and is staffed exclusively by 14 AI doctors and four AI nurses. This cutting-edge platform is designed to simulate and deliver a wide range […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has denied allegations circulating in some quarters that his administration paid the sum of N6 billion to a terrorist group operating within the state. The governor, in an official statement released through his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, described the claims as “completely false, malicious, and politically motivated.” According […]
Thousands of app-based transport workers across Nigeria are for a nationwide shutdown of ride-hailing services on May 1, 2025, in protest against what they describe as exploitation and poor working conditions by major tech platforms including Uber, Bolt, inDrive, Lagride, and Rida. The strike, organized by the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), […]
