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Good morning, Nigerians! Today, we’ll highlight the biggest news stories from Nigeria’s top newspapers for Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Oshodi-Apapa: You can’t evict us, truck drivers, touts dare Sanwo-Olu Despite the ultimatum by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State ordering sanity along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, truck drivers and touts, yesterday, dared the governor to evict them. It will be recalled that Governor Sanwo-Olu, last Friday, carried out an inspection tour of the axis with an ultimatum to the truckers to vacate the road or face the consequences. Despite the partial compliance on Monday, the traffic situation has worsened as touts…

Good morning, Nigerians! Today, we’ll highlight the biggest news stories from Nigeria’s top newspapers for Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Insecurity: Zamfara gov alleges FG in secret talks with bandits The war against insecurity in the country took a dramatic turn, yesterday, with Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State accused some agencies of the Federal Government of engaging in secret talks with bandits. Tasking the Federal Government on clarification of the issue, Lawal said reports indicated that a delegation allegedly sent by some agencies of the federal government had been holding talks with bandit groups in Zamfara without his knowledge. Fee…

Good morning, Nigerians! Today, we’ll highlight the biggest news stories from Nigeria’s top newspapers for Monday, September 25, 2023. Danfo driver goes berserk, strips self naked after stabbing LASTMA officer Operatives of Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and Nigeria Police, yesterday, arrested a driver of a danfo bus, Volkswagen ‘T4’ with number plate, LSR 966 YE, for allegedly stabbing a LASTMA officer, after being apprehended over serious traffic offence around Costain Round-About, Surulere area, Lagos. LASTMA officer, Olajide Olukoga, who led the enforcement team, said the Volkswagen commercial ‘T4’ bus was impounded and the driver apprehended for picking up…

It’s your girlfriend’s birthday, and you don’t know what to write? We can offer you a complete guide on what to write to your girlfriend on her special day! Take a look at the list of top 5 happy birthday message for a girlfriend. Birthday message for your girlfriend If you want to make this a really special day for your girlfriend, you have to compose the right message so she knows that she’s on your mind. Let’s take a look at the guide on how to write a birthday message to your girlfriend. These are some examples of popular…

Good morning, Nigerians! Today, we’ll highlight the biggest news stories from Nigeria’s top newspapers for Sunday, September 24, 2023. WAEC to introduce CBT for WASSCE The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says plans to introduce the Computer Based Test (CBT) mode in the administration of its examinations are at an advanced stage. The Head of National Office (HNO), Mr Patrick Areghan, gave the hint in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Lagos. NLC mobilises chapters for total strike, FG plans talks Monday State chapters and affiliate unions of the Nigeria Labour Congress are already…

A social media user known as Chico Ogbonna, who has been engaged for 10 years without being made a wife, has taken to Facebook to cry out. The woman claims that her fiancée, Onyekachi Nwabueze, proposed to her 10 years ago. She has been wearing an engagement ring since then, but they have not done their wedding. Tagging her fiancé in the post on Facebook, she asked the public for advice on what to do.

The national power grid suffered another failure today, causing widespread disruptions across the country. On Tuesday, September 19, at around 1:00 a.m., the power generation plummeted, dropping from a peak of 3,594.60 megawatts (MW) to a mere 42.7 MW by noon. At that moment, the Delta Power plant remained the sole operational facility on the grid, producing just 41.00 MW of electricity, while the Afam Power plant contributed a mere 1.7 MW. This incident marks the third collapse of the national power grid in less than a week. Just five days ago, the grid failed twice within a span of…

Wolverhampton Wanderers really needed a break after a tough start to their Premier League season. They lost three out of their first four matches and only managed to win once, a narrow 1-0 victory over struggling Everton. The key to their success in that match was keeping a clean sheet, which hasn’t happened often lately. In fact, they’ve only won twice in the last 37 Premier League games where they conceded a goal, drawing eight times and losing 27. Manager Gary O’Neil surely didn’t plan for such a rocky start when he took over at Molineux. Instead of aiming for…

Manchester City has extended Kyle Walker’s contract until 2026, keeping their experienced player despite interest from Bayern Munich. Walker, 33, had an expiring contract next summer but signed a two-year extension. He is eyeing the captaincy, which is vacant after Ilkay Gundogan left for Barcelona and Kevin De Bruyne’s injury. Manchester City is forming a new leadership group, and Walker hopes to lead, having discussed his playing time with Guardiola. This move is crucial for Walker and Manchester City’s future. ‘I’ve enjoyed every single moment of the past six years at this fantastic club. I have an amazing coach, great…

In any relationship, even if both people try their best, there can still be times when they accidentally hurt each other. In such situations, it’s important for the person who caused the hurt to apologize. But apologizing can be challenging. How do you find the right words? How can you make it sincere? What are some heartfelt sorry messages for your loved one? Whether you’ve hurt your partner with thoughtless words or actions, a heartfelt apology message can help mend things. Sweet romantic apology texts and SMS Long, romantic I’m sorry messages Apology messages for a boyfriend or girlfriend Genuine…

The August 31, 2023, premiere of Netflix’s One Piece adaptation has fans anxious for more. The eight-part series already has a devoted fan base, prompting inquiries about a potential second season. The show follows Luffy, the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, portrayed by Iaki Godoy, as he and his crew traverse the ocean in search of the ultimate treasure, which will bestow on him the title of King of Pirates. Although the series concludes on a hopeful note for the crew, they have not yet discovered the elusive “one piece,” leaving space for additional episodes. Here is what we…

Bayern Munich kicked off their quest for a 12th consecutive Bundesliga title with a resounding 4-0 victory against Werder Bremen. Thanks to Harry Kane, who not only scored a goal but also provided an assist. In his debut appearance in the German League, the England captain showcased his skills by flicking the ball to Sane, who wasted no time in converting it into a goal. Kane continued to shine as the match progressed, securing a goal of his own with just 15 minutes left to the end of regular time. Alphonso Davies played a crucial role, setting up the forward…

Big Brother has issued a strike to housemate Ike for damaging Ilebaye’s things. Earlier, Ike, Seyi, Kiddwaya, and Pere planned to make Ilebaye get another strike and be kicked out. Ike went on to throw Ilebaye’s stuff and take some coins. Biggie found Ike guilty of breaking the rules and issued a warning that if he doesn’t get evicted this Sunday, he’ll get punished. “Ike, you have been found guilty of goading and provocation through vandalisation of Ilebaye’s property, you are hereby issued a strike. “Should you survive eviction on Sunday, you will be punished for breaking the house rules.”

Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan has been declared not guilty of an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV) by a panel of the disciplinary tribunal in a majority decision. The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) Head, Brett Clothier, however, expressed disappointment with this outcome and plans to thoroughly review the reasoning behind the decision. AIU will determine whether to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) within the given time frame. As read in the statement provided, the details of the decision are currently confidential but will be made public soon. Consequently, Amusan’s provisional suspension is lifted immediately. “The decision is currently…

Manchester City’s star player, Kelvin De Bruyne, has been confirmed to undergo surgery in his home country, Belgium. Dailystand recalls that De Bruyne sustained a hamstring injury during City’s Premier League opener against Burnley last week. He was absent from their UEFA Super Cup victory over Sevilla on penalties. However, the City’s playmaker will be sidelined for three to four months. The injury was confirmed after examinations, and the surgery will take place in Antwerp, Belgium. City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, expressed concern over the absence of De Bruyne, who possesses unique qualities crucial for the team. Guardiola mentioned that surgery…

The Taraba State Government has formed a committee to be in charge of palliative care during challenging times. Governor Agbu Kefas inaugurated the committee on Wednesday, aiming to alleviate the difficulties caused by the removal of the petrol subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The inauguration took place at the Executive Chamber of the Government House in Jalingo, the state capital. Governor Kefas urged committee members to ensure that the distribution of palliatives reaches those who truly need them. He emphasized that the committee should work inclusively, regardless of religious, tribal, or political differences. Governor Kefas explained that due to…

Evicted from Big Brother Naija All Stars edition, Uriel Oputa has disclosed her preferred winner of the show’s N120 million prize. The former contestant, who exited the house on Sunday, voiced her support for Ilebaye to take home the grand prize. Uriel expressed this desire during her media interactions on Tuesday, where she shared, “I would like Ilebaye to win the money.” With 18 housemates remaining after the eviction of Uriel and Princess, the competition for the top prize continues to intensify.

In the ongoing Big Brother Naija All Stars edition, Frodd, a housemate, has issued a threat to his fellow housemates after meat went missing. Dailystand gathered that Frodd and Mercy had stored their food in the fridge but later found out that the meat had disappeared. Frodd was furious and appealed to Biggie for a “purge day” when housemates could fight without facing consequences. He even declared his intention to physically confront anyone responsible for the theft. “Biggie, there’s something I have been asking you since 2019 till now, a day of purge. “I go beat you here and beat…

“All Stars” Edition Big Brother Naija housemate Ike Onyema has revealed that he won’t allow Mercy Eke to deceive him again. Ike and Mercy were romantically involved in the “Pepper Dem” edition of the show’s fourth season in 2019. Their relationship ended in 2020. Recently, they had an argument on Friday due to a disagreement over a slice of pizza. During a conversation with Kiddwaya and other housemates on Saturday, Ike shared how he felt manipulated by Mercy, who emerged as the winner of the “Pepper Dem” edition. He emphasized the importance of being cautious to prevent a repeat of…

Tobi Amusan, the reigning champion in the 100-meter hurdles, has been given permission by World Athletics to compete in this month’s world championship held in Budapest, Hungary. Her chance to defend the title she holds is now open. World Athletics, the governing body for athletes, has named Amusan to the list of Nigerian athletes set to take part in the tournament. Her ability to participate, however, depends on how well she handles an Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) charge of anti-doping rule violation. Amusan, aged 26, faced provisional suspension by the AIU last month due to missing three drug tests. In…

On Friday, April 11, 2023, the Nigerian Naira experienced a partial recovery in its value against the US Dollar within the Investors and Exporters (I&E) as well as the Peer-2-Peer (P2P) windows of the foreign exchange (forex) market. The recent positive development follows a significant decline in the value of the Naira on the black market, where there have been discussions surrounding the possibility of it reaching an unprecedented exchange rate of N1000 to a dollar. According to the data provided by FMDQ, the official market, specifically the I&E window, witnessed the closure of trade on Friday, with the naira…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to reveal names for open roles in its National Working Committee (NWC). This comes after regional and state branches made nominations. Daily Stand Nigeria recalls that recently Abdullahi Ganduje became the national chairman, taking over from Senator Abdullahi Adamu, while Senator Ajibola Basiru became national secretary, replacing Senator Iyiola Omisore. More changes followed, with resignations and nominations. President Bola Tinubu nominated Senator Abubakar Kyari and Dr. Beta Edu as ministers, while a member passed away. New officers, including former Cross River State Commissioner for Local Government, Dr. Stella Odey-Ekpo (Women Leader); Borno State…

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, is a singer and songwriter from Nigeria. Those curious about the lifestyles of Nigerian celebrities frequently research “How many children does Wizkid have?” See here for information on Wizkid’s family. His numerous children from different women are not shocking because many successful and well-known individuals live similar lives to him. Superstars from Nigeria and throughout the world frequently have kids from several partners. Who is Wizkid’s wife? The Nigerian singer has three baby mamas and no wife. If you have wondered, “How many children does Wizkid have?”, then hopefully this article will give you…

Who is Wizkid and what is his religion? Wizkid, also known as Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, is a very well-known Nigerian singer and songwriter. He is regarded as one of the biggest and most influential African singers and is one of the most well-known figures in the contemporary Afrobeats music scene. Besides his remarkable career success, one of the most common talking points regarding the Nigerian singer is his religious affiliation. Wizkid: Is he a Muslim? There have been many rumours about Wizkid’s religion up until recently. Given his middle name, some said he was a Muslim, while others contended he…