Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, who was acquitted of raping young women from his church last month, has left South Africa. The 66-year-old pastor, who heads the Jesus Dominion International (JDI) church, was to leave from Johannesburg’s OR Tambo Airport on Sunday. The acquittal of Omotoso on 32 charges, including rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking, […]
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has advised opposition parties in the country to look inward and address their internal challenges rather than blaming President Bola Tinubu for their woes. Oyintiloye, a former lawmaker representing Obokun State Constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, made this […]
In a thrilling finale to the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Super Six playoffs, Bayelsa Queens emerged victorious, defeating Naija Ratels 4-1 at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, to claim the championship title. The Prosperity Girls dominated the winless Ratels, scoring four goals to seal a convincing victory and finish the six-team championship play-off tourney […]
A devastating boat accident has claimed the lives of 27 passengers in Kwara State, leaving the community in shock and mourning. The incident occurred on a fateful night, just seven months after a similar tragedy in the same state, which resulted in the loss of over 100 lives. The boat was overloaded with passengers, exceeding […]
The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has assured traditional rulers in the state that his administration will not deprive them of their entitlements. The governor made this promise at the grand finale of the 2025 Ibadan Cultural Festival, held at the Obafemi Awolowo Liberty Stadium on Saturday. Governor Makinde noted that the Council of […]
In an interview on the popular show, “Lights, Camera, It’s Your Turn” hosted by fellow act byress Tope Olowoniyan, veteran Nollywood actress Tina Mba has spoken out against the notion that playing supporting roles is a downgrade. Mba, known for her impressive body of work and versatility, challenged the idea that actors must always play […]
In a historic moment, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff from the United States, made a grand entrance in St. Peter’s Square, greeting a massive crowd of faithful and dignitaries ahead of his inaugural mass. The Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost, who assumed the leadership of the global Catholic community on May […]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has been plunged into mourning following the brutal murder of its chairman in Ifon, Ose Local Government Area, Nelson Adepoyigi. The unfortunate incident occurred despite a ransom payment negotiation that had been ongoing between the family of the deceased and his abductors. Adepoyigi, who was […]
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has made a heartfelt appeal to residents to come together in a show of solidarity and devotion, as the state grapples with persistent security challenges. In a televised address, Zulum urged citizens to observe a day of contemplation and supplication, seeking a higher power’s intervention to bring peace and […]
