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A former First Bank manager alleges in court that loans worth billions were diverted to companies linked to ex-chairman Oba Otudeko. The case, involving claims of financial misconduct and unsecured loans, highlights serious concerns about corporate governance at the bank and ongoing...
Ajiboye Omodewu, the Oyo State APC Chairman, passed away in the United States after battling an undisclosed illness. Omodewu, who played a crucial role in Oyo's political landscape, served as a commissioner under former Governor Abiola Ajimobi. His death is a significant loss to the state's...
Gunmen have released Anambra Commissioner Patrick Agha Mba and his wife, Chizoba, after a 24-hour abduction. They were seized while heading to Abuja for a wedding, with the commissioner’s aide, Ernest Offiah, killed during the attack. The circumstances surrounding their release, including ransom...
Senator Ishaku Abbo claimed his monthly earnings of N29 million are insufficient, stating he became poorer after transitioning from a successful business to politics. The remark sparked online criticism, with many comparing his salary to the minimum wage and questioning the disparity between...
Lagos is experiencing severe fuel scarcity, leading to long queues and gridlock at filling stations. Prices have surged to N800-N1,000 per liter, with some stations out of stock. The Federal Government has warned hoarders, and LASTMA is managing traffic, while NNPC works to resolve the supply...
On August 18, 2024, Adedeji Adeleke, father of Nigerian singer Davido, donated ₦1 billion to a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Lagos during a thanksgiving service for the late mother of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The generous contribution highlights Adeleke's commitment to philanthropy. On...
Heavy rains in Natsinta village, Katsina, have destroyed 250 homes, displacing residents who now face severe hardships. The flooding, worsened by inadequate drainage, has left many injured and without shelter. Local officials have pledged support and are calling for aid to help affected...
Pastor Enoch Adeboye's claim that an 11-day-old embalmed corpse was resurrected using an "anointed handkerchief" has ignited controversy. The video recounting the miracle has polarized opinions, with some praising the event as a divine act and others questioning its authenticity, reflecting...
Nigerian families are struggling with rising school fees amid soaring inflation. Parents like Emeka Udeagu face overwhelming costs as school fees skyrocket, forcing tough financial decisions and lifestyle changes. As Nigeria grapples with soaring inflation, many families are facing severe...
District Head Isa Muhammad Bawa, abducted 22 days ago, pleads for government help in a video showing him bound and bloodied. The bandits reduced their ransom demand from N1 billion to N500 million, but the deadline has passed. The abduction underscores severe security issues in northern Nigeria...
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