Bayelsa Monarch Sues Shell, Demands $12 Billion for Environmental Cleanup Before Company Exit A prominent traditional ruler in Bayelsa State, His Royal Majesty King Bubaraye Dakolo of the Ekpetiama Kingdom, has filed a landmark suit against Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and its parent companies, demanding $12 billion in compensation for decades of environmental degradation […]
Suga, a member of the global K-pop phenomenon BTS, has officially completed his mandatory military service in South Korea, marking the return of all seven members from national duty and setting the stage for one of the most highly anticipated reunions in global music. The rapper and producer, born Min Yoongi, concluded his service […]
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully commenced the return airlift of Nigerian pilgrims from Saudi Arabia, with over 14,000 pilgrims already transported back to the country. This development comes as the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage wraps up, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s annual Hajj operations. The pilgrims, who had completed their […]
Nigerian Afrobeats star Michael Adebayo Olayinka, professionally known as Ruger, has opened up about the emotional undercurrents in the country’s music industry, revealing that authentic friendships among artists are few and far between. In a revealing conversation on the Bahd & Boujee Podcast, the chart-topping singer-songwriter spoke candidly about envy, superficial alliances, and his […]
In a proud moment for Nigeria and the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Flight Lieutenant Kafayat Omolara Sanni, the country’s first-ever female fighter pilot, has been decorated with two prestigious awards at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC). The accolades Best Allied Student and Best Assistant Commandant’s Paper were conferred during the […]
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has issued a stern warning to its personnel, cautioning them against engaging in acts of illegal detention and extortion of residents. According to a statement released by the command on Saturday, June 21, 2025, the warning is part of an intensified effort to uphold professionalism, integrity, and […]
A fresh wave of tension has emerged in international diplomatic circles following recent changes to the United States’ visa adjudication policies, particularly targeting student visa applicants and foreign nationals from selected countries. The new measures, focused on stricter social media scrutiny and enhanced vetting requirements, have drawn sharp criticism from foreign governments, civil liberties […]
A commercial aircraft carrying Hajj pilgrims in Indonesia was forced to make an emergency diversion following a bomb threat, raising fresh concerns over aviation security during this year’s pilgrimage season. The incident occurred on Saturday, June 21, 2025, as the plane, en route to Saudi Arabia, received an alert indicating a potential explosive device on […]
The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has granted a final opportunity for settlement in the ongoing money laundering and foreign exchange violation case involving renowned gospel music executive Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu ThankGod, popularly known as Eezee Tee, and his company, Eezee Global Concepts Limited. The case, instituted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission […]
The Ondo State Government has formally approved the immediate enforcement of the death penalty for anyone convicted of kidnapping within the state. The decision was made public on Friday after the State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The move comes in response to the alarming increase in kidnapping cases across the state […]
