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In a contentious move, the Lagos State Government has issued a demolition warning to Paul Onwuanibe, proprietor of the esteemed $200 million Landmark Beach Resort, a leading tourism destination in Nigeria. The resort, nestled along the picturesque coastline, stands as a beacon of leisure and...
As the desire for a more affordable and fulfilling lifestyle gains traction worldwide, Forbes has unveiled its list of top retirement destinations for 2024. Whether seeking respite from the daily grind or simply a change of pace, these countries offer enticing prospects for retirees and...
During the monthly Holy Ghost service themed "Shielded by Fire" at The Redemption City of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), shared a surprising revelation: the church boasts over 200,000 pastors across Nigeria. In his sermon, Adeboye...
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has urged Nigerian student leaders and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to join forces with trade unions to protect the human rights of all Nigerians, particularly the right to education. In a statement signed by Tayo Soyemi of Falana...
Amidst recent natural phenomena including earthquakes in New Jersey and subsequent tremors felt in New York City, Nigerians have taken to social media to discuss the possibility of the End Times. Concerns over the seismic events, coupled with other global occurrences like the ongoing conflict...
FIJ journalist Fisayo Soyombo's relentless pursuit of truth through investigative journalism has brought to light the pervasive corruption within the Nigerian Customs Service, shedding light on the activities of smugglers without disclosing specific names. Despite these exposés, the lack of...
Amidst a social media storm, a Twitter user who previously accused gospel artist Nathaniel Bassey of being the father of singer Mercy Chinwo's child is now claiming depression. However, the narrative shifts as Bassey takes legal action against the accuser for defamation of character. Nigerians...
In the wake of cross-dresser Bobrisky's arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), a contentious clash has erupted between the anti-graft agency and human rights attorney Chidi Odinkalu. The EFCC swiftly apprehended Bobrisky on allegations of mutilating the naira by...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated a fresh legal action against Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), unleashing a 26-count charge against him. This indictment encompasses allegations of abuse of office and corruption, drawing...
Lawmakers in New York are on the brink of passing a bill that would decriminalize adultery, a move that would mark a significant departure from the state's longstanding legal framework. Currently, New York is among 16 states where marital infidelity remains a criminal offense, with penalties...
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