Jonathan mourns demise of only sibling

LifestyleNewsNigeriaJonathan mourns demise of only sibling

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 17, 2024

…Says eight of his siblings died before their one year birthday Former President Goodluck Jonathan has mourned the death of his only sibling, saying that eight of his siblings died before their one year birthday. Jonathan had penned an emotional tribute to his late elder sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan, who died on January 11, 2024 at the age of 70 years. Jonathan in an emotional tribute wrote, “Sister Obebhatein is gone! How I wish I...

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Enugu Lawmakers Calls for Scholarship for Abused Minor, Writes AIG On Case

LifestyleNewsNigeriaEnugu Lawmakers Calls for Scholarship for Abused Minor, Writes AIG On Case

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)February 15, 2024

The Enugu State House of Assembly has condemned the brutal abuse and torture of a minor, Miss Happiness Nwafor by her guardian Mrs. Adachukwu Cukelu Okafor. The case which has gone viral on social media was presented to the 8th Assembly through a motion of urgent public importance moved by Anthony Nwankwo, a member representing Awgu South Constituency. The motion co-sponsored by 8 other members of the House described the act as a crime against...

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NCPC Boss, Adegbite assures synergy with  CTPAN

NewsNigeriaReligionNCPC Boss, Adegbite assures synergy with  CTPAN

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)February 14, 2024

Bishop Stephen Adegbite, the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has assured his administration will have a robust synergy with the Christian Tourism Practitioners Association of Nigeria (CTPAN) This was disclosed during his first meeting with the members of the Association at its corporate headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday. Adegbite, while giving a short exhortation from the book of Romans chapter 12 verse 1-20 recognizes God as the supreme being, who sees the secret of...

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Nigerian Bloggers Commiserate with Access Bank, Wigwe’s Family

NewsNigeriaNigerian Bloggers Commiserate with Access Bank, Wigwe’s Family

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)February 12, 2024

The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria has expressed shock over the death of the Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, along with his wife and son, in the United States, during an air mishap on Friday evening, at the early age of 57 years. The tragedy described by several people as one too many, also claimed the life of the former Chairman of Nigeria Exchange Group, Abimbola Ogunbanjo. In a statement...

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Nigerian superstars lose out on 66th Grammy awards

EntertainmentNewsNigeriaNigerian superstars lose out on 66th Grammy awards

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 5, 2024

The five Nigerian nominees for the 66th Grammy Awards were left empty-handed at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night. Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Asake were all tipped for various award categories, but the awards slipped through their fingers. Burna Boy led the pack of Nigerian artists with four nominations: Best Global Music Album for his latest album, “I Told Them…”, Best African Music Performance for “City Boys”, Best Global Music Performance for...

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Tony Oneweek to Release new Gyration single “GAME,” on February 1, 2024

EntertainmentNewsTony Oneweek to Release new Gyration single “GAME,” on February 1, 2024

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)January 23, 2024

The gyration sensation, Tony Oneweek, is set to release his new single “GAME”, which is a follow-up to his recently released single “PLAY,” featuring Kolaboy. Play is Tony’s first in the series of eight singles in his brand reactivation, unveiled in Awka, in November 2023. The well attended unveiling in Awka saw a swift reacceptance of the gyration brand championed by Tony more than two decades ago. However, upon Tony’s election to Anambra State House...

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Burna Boy to perform at the 2024 Grammy Awards

EntertainmentNewsNigeriaBurna Boy to perform at the 2024 Grammy Awards

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)January 23, 2024

Nigerian singer Damini Ebunoluwa, who goes by the stage name Burna Boy, is among the A-list artists that would thrill the audience at the 66th annual Grammys Awards. The organisers announced on Monday that the self-acclaimed African Giant would be performing live at the upcoming awards show alongside an exciting slate of performers including Travis Scott, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, and Luke Combs. The 66th annual Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday,...

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70 Hotels Risk Shutdown In Adamawa State

BusinessNewsNigeria70 Hotels Risk Shutdown In Adamawa State

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)January 22, 2024

Following the beheading of a woman by yet to to-identified suspected ritualist in Jimeta, the twin capital of Adamawa state, no fewer than 70 registered hotels in Adamawa State risk fizzling out of business if they fail to install Close Circuit Television CCTV cameras in their business premises. Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Kaletapwa George Farauta has six weeks for hoteliers to comply with government orders or have their business premises shut down. Farauta stated this...

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Explosion Kills 2 People Injures 77 Injures Others In Ibadan

NewsNigeriaExplosion Kills 2 People Injures 77 Injures Others In Ibadan

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)January 17, 2024

An explosion shattered many buildings on Tuesday some minutes before 8 pm in major places in the Ibadan metropolis; the Oyo state capital displaced many including a former deputy governor of Oyo State, Barrister Iyiola Oladokun, and some members of his family. Also affected are the home of the former Attorney General of the Federation, the late Chief Bola Ige, the School of Nursing hostel of the University College Hospital, Ologuneru, Owalla, Isokan, Ekerin, Eleyele, and...

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Locals desert village as terrorists attack military camp

NewsNigeriaLocals desert village as terrorists attack military camp

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)January 16, 2024

In a daring assault, a gang of bandits numbering over 100 targeted a military camp in Nahuta village, Batsari LGA of Katsina State, Nigeria on Sunday night. The sounds of gunshots that reverberated through the village as soldiers and the rebels battled provoked fear and anxiety in locals. One by one, they began to pack up and leave to seek shelter in neighbouring villages while some hid in bushes for as long as the attack...

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