Music mogul, Sean “Diddy” Combs has rejected a plea deal in a federal sex trafficking case, paving the way for a highly publicized trial that could result in a life sentence if he is convicted. The 55-year-old rapper and entrepreneur appeared in Manhattan federal court on Thursday, dressed in tan jail garb, and confirmed to […]
Embattled Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has denied allegations made against her by United Kingdom-based Nigerian businesswoman, Sandra Duru, also known as Prof Mgbeke. Duru had accused Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan of falsely accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment and attempting to recruit her into a media campaign against him. In a statement released on Friday, Senator […]
A former Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, has expressed serious doubts about the ability of the current Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a free and fair election in 2027. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Prof. Nebo stated that the current INEC, as constituted, lacks the credibility and independence to deliver […]
FCTA PRESS RELEASE The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has condemned yesterday’s walkout on the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, by a group of women loyal to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as an embarrassment to the people of Rivers State. The Minister, who apologized to the […]
STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reclaiming ungoverned areas—particularly forests—in the North West and across Nigeria, deploying advanced surveillance and technology to combat kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism. He made the promise when he addressed the Katsina elders and leaders at a state dinner held at the Government House […]
In a viral video that has sparked widespread outrage and concern, popular Nollywood/Yoruba actor Kunle Afod has lamented the deplorable state of roads in Ogun State, calling on Governor Dapo Abiodun to take immediate action to address the issue. The video, which was shared on social media, shows Afod driving through a muddy and eroded […]
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has accused his predecessor, Okezie Ikpeazu, of committing fraud by commissioning an uncompleted Government House. According to Governor Otti, the previous administration had only completed the ground floor of the building, which was then inaugurated with fanfare. In an exclusive interview with ARISE News, Governor Otti stated that upon assuming […]
A shocking revelation has emerged about a comprehensive foreign program designed to manipulate African populations against democratic governance, paving the way for military takeovers and eventual control by external forces. According to social commentator, JJ Omojuwa, the program is a deliberate attempt to discredit and destabilize democratic institutions in Africa, creating an environment […]
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will receive over 70% of votes from the South-East region in the 2027 general elections. Kalu made this prediction while commending President Tinubu for signing the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) Bill into law. According to him, the President’s […]
Nigerian music superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked national conversation after openly criticizing the country’s leadership. In a candid statement that has since gone viral, the singer declared, “Nigeria doesn’t have the best leaders. We have the worst governments.” The comment, made via his social media platform, has drawn a wave of […]
