Author: Ismail Hammed

The Jigawa State Police Command arrested two alleged kidnappers. Ahmed Audu and Adebayo Abayomi threatened to kidnap a 52-year-old businessman and his family if he did not pay them money. The police spokeswoman, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, stated this in an announcement on Saturday, May 25, 2024. She said the suspects admitted to the crime. “On 16/05/24 at about 1100hrs, one Dauda Adamu ‘m’ 52yrs of Zadau village B/Kudu LGA reported at B/Kudu Division that, unknown persons called him on the phone with GSM No. 07041160745 and threatened him to give them money or else the risk of being kidnapped…

Burna Boy, the Nigerian music sensation, earns a spot on TIME’s esteemed 2024 list of the 100 Most Influential People, acknowledging his global impact. Reported on April 17, this honour recognizes Burna Boy’s significant role in shaping cultural narratives and revolutionizing the music industry. From his Nigerian hometown of Port Harcourt, Burna Boy has risen to prominence on the global music scene. His music, blending pop, reggae, and Afrobeat, has captivated audiences worldwide, earning him numerous accolades. Key Achievements in Burna Boy’s Career: Cultural Influence and Impact: Burna Boy’s selection on TIME’s Influential List reflects his ability to inspire and…

The Federal Government announced on Thursday that it will compensate each property owner along the 700 km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway’s route through nine states. President Bola Tinubu has approved the payment of compensation to all affected property owners, said Minister of Works David Umahi. He also enumerated the prerequisites that impacted residents must fulfill to be eligible for the settlement. Furthermore, Umahi stated that the government has extended the notice of eviction for property owners affected by the multi-trillion naira project. He clarified that the construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway will likely cost N15.36 trillion, or N4.39 billion, per…

Those who enrolled for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) have been instructed by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to commence printing their exam notification slips. The JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, states that the slip can be printed from any location as long as there is an internet connection. Candidates can easily print their examination slips by following the four simple steps below.  According to JAMB, candidates are strongly discouraged from arriving late to the examination location, thus they are recommended to print their slips before Friday, April 19, 2024, to identify their centers ahead of the scheduled…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has instructed 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates to print their examination notification slips. Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the bo} ard’s spokesperson, revealed this in a statement released on Thursday in Abuja. He announced that applicants can now print their 2024 UTME notification slip, which includes the date, location, and time of the exam. “All candidates who have registered for the 2024 UTME scheduled to start on Friday, April 19, are urged to print their notification slips before the date. “This is for them to know the date, venue, and time of their respective…

Rt. Hon. Prof. Ali Ahmad, a constitutional law expert and former speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, has expressed his sadness over the loss of retired Justice of the Court of Appeal Ahmad Olarewaju Belgore. As per family sources, the esteemed jurist passed away on Tuesday night after breaking his Ramadan fast. The former speaker prayed for the great legal luminary’s soul to rest in his condolence statement, which was released by Steve Makinde, the spokesperson for his media office. He called the respected jurist’s passing as one death too many. Professor Ali also extends his condolences to…

The Overseer of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Freedom City Prophetic and Deliverance Ministry based in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for defrauding a member of his congregation. The case involves the alleged swindling of N3.9 million (approximately $8,900) from a church member under the guise of facilitating the individual’s relocation to Canada. The victim, Oluwole Babarinsa, was reportedly singled out during a church program in 2021 when Prophet James claimed to have received a divine revelation about Babarinsa’s potential move abroad. The cleric then inquired about Babarinsa’s preferred destination, to which…

Security forces successfully rescued 21 individuals who were reported missing along the Ajaokuta-Itobe Road in Kogi State. The rescue operation, carried out by a team of law enforcement personnel, involved members of the Nigerian Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and local vigilantes. The victims, which included travellers, students, and Comprehensive High School staff from Ajaokuta, were abducted on Thursday, December 28, 2023. According to Onogwu Mohammed, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Yahaya Bello, the captors had taken the victims to an undisclosed location within the dense forest near Ajaokuta Local Government Area. Governor Bello responded swiftly…

The Ebonyi State Government, led by the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Petroleum, Nnaemeka Nwafor, has acknowledged a petrol tanker incident on the well-known Abakaliki-Afikpo Expressway. This event led to a fire outbreak that consumed a tanker and various belongings. As per Vanguard, two individuals lost their lives immediately, while another is currently receiving medical attention in the hospital. While the survivor is undergoing urgent medical care, the deceased bodies have been placed in the mortuary. The SSA reassured motorists, pedestrians, and other road users, urging them not to be alarmed as the Ebonyi State Government has…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has insisted that it wants the seats of 26 Rivers House of Assembly lawmakers declared vacant. The party made the statement on Thursday. Recall that the lawmakers left the party for the All Progressives Congress, APC. According to PDP, the lawmakers were no longer members of the state legislature. PDP National Legal Adviser, Adeyemi Ajibade, SAN, told newsmen shortly after Justice Donatus Okorowo of a Federal High Court, Abuja, adjourned the embattled lawmakers’ suit until Jan. 24, 2024. Ajibade said though President Bola Tinubu might have waded in the dispute between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and…

A chef from Uganda has become the third person to break the Guinness World Record for the Longest Cooking Marathon. Ugandan chef Dorcus Mirembe, popularly known as Mama D, broke the record set by the Irish chef Alan Fisher in November. The Irishman cooked for nearly 120 hours. Mama D’s current cooking time is 124 hours and counting. Mama D is still cooking and plans to cook till the new year. If she succeeds, she will have cooked non-stop for nine days. In May this year, Nigerian chef Hilda Baci, cooked for 93 hours and 11 minutes. Then Alan Fisher…

Famous Yoruba actor Lateef Adedimeji and his wife, Mo Bimpe, are marking the second anniversary of their union. The celebrity couple started their marital journey in early 2021 with an extravagant ceremony attended by well-known individuals in Nigeria. On December 22, 2021, the duo shared images and videos from the joyous occasion on their social media profiles. Fast forward two years, and a recent Instagram post by the Nollywood actor and his wife reflects on their remarkable journey as they commemorate this significant milestone. However, Lateef Adedimeji via his Instagram account, posted a concise message with pictures celebrating his marital…

The Abia state governor, Alex Otti, revealed that the state government’s investigations exposed the presence of certain doctors on its payroll who had departed the state workforce and moved abroad for better opportunities, commonly known as japa. Otti shared this information during the first Abia State Council on Health in Umuahia, emphasizing, “Our ongoing digitalization of the Abia State civil service has brought to light employees who have left their positions for better prospects but still receive remuneration from the state government.” While addressing the potential legal consequences, Otti emphasized the need to address the issue and acknowledged the challenge…

Beatrice Itubo, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate, has urged a quick resolution to the political turmoil in Rivers State. During a Sunday interview with Channels TV, Itubo appealed to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to mend ties with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, stressing the potential consequences for the state’s people if the discord persists. “It is the people of Rivers State that will suffer if both men allow the disagreement between them to linger and fester,” Itubo asserted, urging reconciliation for the greater good. Itubo clarified her decision to withdraw the petition against Fubara’s victory, citing a commitment to the…

Oluwagbenga Olakunle Eludire, the state chapter chairman of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), declared an indefinite strike on Wednesday. This decision follows a two-day protest earlier in the week by Osun JUSUN, raising concerns about alleged maladministration by the embattled Osun Chief Judge, Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo. Members of JUSUN pointed to accusations of unjust persecution of staff and denial of entitlements, including the restoration of training exercises and wardrobe allowances from 2021 to 2023 and the reinstatement of suspended judiciary staff by Justice Adepele Ojo. Eludire emphasized the need for prompt implementation of the regularization and promotion…

Zeh Nation former signee, Young Duu has accused skit maker and music executive, Carter Efe of “hijacking” his song, ‘Oyinmo.’ DAILY POST reported that Young Duu, who recently left Portable’s record label, Zeh Nation, in a controversial manner, released a song with Carter Efe last week titled ‘Oyinmo.’ In a recent Instagram live session with fans, Young Duu insinuated that he is already falling out with his “helper”, Carter Efe, accusing the skit maker of using industry mechanisms to “collect” his song. He lamented that Carter Efe was now performing ‘Oyinmo’ at shows without him. Young Duu said, “Carter Efe…

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, Nov. 12, performed the Lesser Hajj (Umrah) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. TInubu embarked on the Islamic rite at the end of his official duties in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, where he participated in the Saudi-African Summit on Friday, Nov. 10. Senior special assistant (Media) to the President, Abdulaziz Abdulaziz, disclosed this on his X handle on Sunday night. According to him, during this spiritual journey, the President extended prayers for the prosperity of Nigeria and sought divine guidance for his leadership. The media aide wrote: “His Excellency President Bola Tinubu took time…

The Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police, Tolani Alausa, has revealed that he has sent out the command’s tactical force to fish out the abductors of an official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) who was kidnapped while on her way to her point of duty in Sagbama on Friday night. Giving the update while going around to observe the conduct of the election in Bayelsa State, Alasua revealed that the police had identified the name of the suspect alleged to have carried out the heinous act. “One of the INEC officials who was taking some materials to one particular…

Nigeria’s female Major-General, Aderonke Kale (Rtd) passed on at the age of 84. E. O. Okafor, the President of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), confirmed her death. He described her passing as an “irreparable loss”, adding that she was a trailblazer in the medical and military history of the country. The statement read; “AANI and indeed the nation will continue to remember the remarkable legacy of the iconic Major General Aderonke Kale (rtd) mni, who had been a trailblazer in Nigeria’s medical and military history. May her gentle soul continue to rest in peace, Amen.” Kale was…

A Nigerian lady moved many people to tears as she visited her mother, who sells Kuli-kuli, at her workplace during her sign-out day to have her sign on her white top. In the said video, which has received thousands of likes on social media, the lady was seen on her two legs, kneeling for her mother as a show of respect and appreciation. While she was at it, the mother was also seen shedding tears as she held and hugged her daughter. Both embraced for a long time, and eventually, she received a marker from her daughter, which she used…

Postecoglou becomes the first coach ever to win the Premier League Manager of the Month in the first three months of a season. The popular Australian has taken English football by storm since taking charge in the summer and saw his side go unbeaten in their first 10 games. Spurs’ progress was slightly halted by a chaotic 4-1 defeat to Chelsea on Monday after they were reduced to nine men, but it has still been a fine start to the campaign. Last month, Postecoglou oversaw three victories – against Luton Town, Fulham and Crystal Palace – to ensure he has…

Popular socialite Jay Boogie has called for public donations to continue further medical treatment following health complications from his botched surgery. You may recall that the transgender person went online to reveal that his health and life were at risk after surgery was badly done. In a public statement on his Instagram page, he revealed that he is suffering several health complications as a result of Lipo 360 and a BBL surgery he had done. He revealed that, as a result of the badly done surgery, his finances have suffered tremendously, and he has no other option than to seek public…

Tears flowed freely late Thursday following the brutal killing of a female student of St Paul’s College, Eke, in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. News reporters were able to confirm that Fulani herdsmen kidnappers shot and killed the student. A resident, who reached out to our correspondent late Thursday night, said other students equally hit by bullets are battling for survival in an undisclosed hospital. Newsmen also received a gruesome video displaying the lifeless body of the victim, as well as some of the survivors of the attack. A voice in the video narrated thus: “Fulani herdsmen attacked…

A loving lady cries in pain as her boyfriend breaks up with her shortly after borrowing him a whopping N150K (₦150,000). It was gathered that the loving girlfriend gave her boyfriend the cash when he was in need of it with hopes that he would pay back the cash eventually since they are very much in love with each other. However, in a shocking turn of events for her, the guy dumped her, breaking up their relationship. The lady was seen crying her heart out in a video which surfaced on social media as she continued to lament her woes…