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JUST IN: Rivers Group Strips Senator Mbata Of Titles Over Ohanaeze Presidency, Says “We Are Not Igbo”
Tensions Escalate in Rivers State as Ikwerre Leaders Clash Over Ethnic Identity and Senator Mbata’s Emergence as Ohanaeze Ndigbo President
The recent election of Senator John Azuta Mbata as the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has sparked heated debate and … Continue Reading
Top 7 Richest Former Nigerian Footballers
Nigeria Super Eagles Legends Thrive in Post-Retirement Ventures, Redefining Success
Nigeria’s football legacy is rich with extraordinary talents who have brought international pride to the nation. However, the transition to life after football can be challenging, with many former players … Continue Reading
Six Nigerian Scientists, Engineers Receive U.S. Presidential Honors for Groundbreaking Research
Trailblazing Nigerian Scientists and Engineers Has Received The U.S Presidential Award by President Joe Biden for Outstanding Contributions to Science, Technology, and Innovation
In a remarkable testament to the talent of Nigerians abroad, six Nigerian-born scientists and engineers have been … Continue Reading
UK prisons recruit New officers from Nigeria Leaving Some Homeless
Nigerian Officers Flood UK Prisons as Recruitment Shortages Bite
The UK Prison Service has begun sponsoring skilled worker visas for overseas recruits to plug staffing shortages in its beleaguered institutions. As a result, hundreds of foreign nationals, largely from Nigeria, … Continue Reading
MUST READ: 5 Beloved Nigerian Foods That Could Harm Your Health
Delicious but Potentially Dangerous: A Guide to Safely Enjoying These Iconic Nigerian Dishes Without Risking Your Health
Nigerian foods is a vibrant blend of flavors, textures, and spices that make it one of the most celebrated cuisines in the world. … Continue Reading
Nigeria’s 10 Most Expensive States To Live In for December 2024
Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Rises to 34.80% Amid Economic Challenges
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria’s inflation rate climbed to 34.80% in December 2024, up from 34.60% in November. This marginal increase of 0.20% is mainly attributed … Continue Reading
FG to Distribute N75,000 Cash Transfers to 70 Million Nigerians by 2025
The Nigerian Federal Government has announced an ambitious plan to provide cash transfers of N75,000 to approximately 70 million of the nation’s poorest citizens by the year 2025.
This initiative was revealed by Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, the Minister of … Continue Reading
Abuja Street Beggars, Traders And Scavengers File ₦500M Lawsuit Against Wike, Others Over Mass Arrests
Scavengers, Beggars, and Petty Traders Sue FCT Minister, Security Agencies for ₦500 Million Over Alleged Human Rights Abuses and Unlawful Arrests in Abuja
Vulnerable residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), including scavengers, street beggars, and petty traders, have slammed … Continue Reading
$52.88M Recovered From Diezani Alison-Madueke’s Loot To Fund Nigeria’s Electrification And Counter-terrorism Projects
Recovered Funds to Drive Renewable Energy Expansion, Counterterrorism Initiatives, and Justice Sector Reforms in Nigeria
In a landmark agreement, the United States has pledged to transfer $52.88 million forfeited from corruption in Nigeria’s oil industry to Nigeria. These funds, recovered … Continue Reading
Abuja-Based Gospel Artist, Timileyin Ajayi, Beheads Girlfriend; Other Body Parts Found in His Home: What We Know So Far
In a case that has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, gospel Artist and motivational speaker Timileyin Ajayi was arrested in Abuja on January 12, 2025, after being found in possession of the severed head of his girlfriend.
The incident unfolded in … Continue Reading