United Nigeria Airlines Confirms Onboard Fight Between VDM and Mr Jollof

…NCAA Promises Legal Action United Nigeria Airlines has confirmed a physical altercation between social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkman (VDM), and comedian Freedom Atsepoyi, also known as Mr Jollof, during the boarding of Flight UN0523 at Asaba International Airport. In a statement, Chibuike Uloka, the airline’s Public Relations Officer, said the crew acted “immediately and professionally” in line with global aviation safety protocols to de-escalate the situation. “Both passengers were deboarded...

Nwabali: “We Did Our Best for the Badge”

In the aftermath, Nigeria’s goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali addressed the nation with a heartfelt apology. On his official Instagram page, he wrote: “Painful! We all did our best for the badge, though our best wasn’t enough. I was once a fan and understand how it feels to give you a disappointing night; we take full responsibility.” Nwabali also made two crucial saves during the shootout, but they could not compensate for missed penalties from his teammates....

Penalty Misses Cost Nigeria 2026 World Cup Spot

Nigeria’s bid to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a painful end on Sunday, as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) edged the Super Eagles 4–3 on penalties after a 1–1 draw in extra time in the African playoff final. The match, held at the Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium, offered a rollercoaster of emotion for the Nigerian team and its supporters. Frank Onyeka gave Nigeria a dream start in the...

Pope Names Nigeria Among Countries Where Christians Face Persecution

In a recent post on X, Pope Leo XIV named Nigeria as one of several countries where Christians “suffer discrimination and persecution,” calling for peace as a “heavenly virtue.” He wrote: “In various parts of the world, Christians suffer discrimination and persecution. I think especially of Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique, Sudan, and other countries from which we frequently hear of attacks on communities and places of worship.” “God is a merciful Father who desires peace among...

FG Halts Plan for 15% Import Duty on Petrol and Diesel

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has announced the suspension of the planned 15 per cent ad-valorem import duty on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as petrol and diesel. The regulatory authority disclosed in a statement on Thursday, saying “It should be noted that the implementation of the 15 % ad-valorem import duty on imported Premium Motor Spirit and Diesel is no longer in view.” Late...

Paystack Suspends Co-Founder, Probes Sexual Misconduct Allegations

…Probes Sexual Misconduct Allegations Paystack, the Nigerian fintech company, has suspended its co-founder and chief technology officer, Ezra Olubi, following circulating allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace. The company confirmed the decision on 14 November 2025, noting that a formal investigation has been launched. The controversy erupted on November 12 when a social media trend exposed alleged misconduct involving Olubi and a subordinate. In tandem, posts from Olubi’s now-deleted X account—dating between 2009 and...

Wike, Soldiers Clash in Abuja Over Land

A dramatic confrontation unfolded on Tuesday in Abuja’s Gaduwa District when Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), was prevented by uniformed soldiers from gaining access to a parcel of land in the FCT. The land in question, identified as Plot 1946 in Gaduwa, is allegedly linked to retired Awwal Zubairu Gambo, the former Chief of Naval Staff. Soldiers blocked Mr. Wike and officials from the Federal Capital Territory Development Administration (FCTDA) from...

Ekwunife Congratulates Soludo, Thanks Supporters After Anambra Governorship Election

Senator Uche Ekwunife (Iyom), Ph.D., CON, deputy-governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recently-concluded Anambra State gubernatorial poll, has issued a message of congratulations to incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo, following his triumph in the election, while also expressing deep gratitude to her campaign supporters. In a statement titled “A MESSAGE OF CONGRATULATIONS TO PROF. CHUKWUMA SOLUDO AND GRATITUDE TO MY ESTEEMED SUPPORTERS”, Ekwunife addressed her “Brothers, Sisters, Friends, Supporters, and Ndi Anambra.”...

Pope Names Nigerian Augustinian, Fr Daleng, as Vice-Regent of Papal Household

In a significant move signalling the growing influence of African clergy within the Catholic Church’s central structures, Edward Daniang Daleng, O.S.A., a Nigerian Augustinian priest, has been appointed by Pope Leo XIV as Vice-Regent of the Prefecture of the Papal Household. The appointment was officially announced by the Vatican on Monday. The Prefecture of the Papal Household is one of the oldest and most protocol-sensitive offices in the Roman Curia. It is charged with coordinating...

Tinubu Appoints John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s First Tax Ombudsman

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr John Nwabueze as the Tax Ombudsman of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, in line with the provisions of the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025. According to a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the appointment reflects the President’s commitment to implementing “far-reaching and sustainable reforms in the tax and revenue administration framework.” Dr...

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