Nigerian folk singer Segun Akinlolu, popularly known as Beautiful Nubia, has accused gospel singers Yinka Ayefele and BBO of infringing on his song ‘Seven Lifes’. In a post on X on Thursday, the singer claimed that Ayefele’s 2012 track My Faith in God (Igbagbo Ireti) and BBO’s 2026 song Amin used core melodies from his […]
BEDC Electricity Plc denied on Thursday that it is attempting to marginalize its Edo State electricity customers. Mrs Evelyn Gbiwen, the company’s Head of Branding and Corporate Communications, refuted the claim in a statement released to journalists in Benin. Recall that the Edo People Against the Oppressive Tendencies of BEDC had previously accused the company […]
British royal, Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has been arrested by UK police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, marking a significant escalation in an investigation tied to his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. Confirmed by the Thames Valley Police on Thursday, February 19, 2026, the arrest coincided with Mountbatten-Windsor’s 66th birthday. According […]
Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, a former leading member of the All Progressive Congress but now a frontline leader of the opposition to the Tinubu-led government raised the alarm over possible politically motivated witch-hunt which has led to his arrest and detention by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Prior to this, As […]
More than 1,000 retirees from the Osun State Contributory Pension Scheme protested yesterday, citing severe hardships faced by members. At a press conference in Osogbo, key figures such as Alhaji Ayinde Toyeen (State Coordinator), Pastor Adepoju Sunday (Chairman), and Alhaja Abidoye (Chairperson 2) asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for help. They lamented the dire situation […]
Raheem Okoya, the son of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, has denied that his lifestyle and professional pursuits are solely supported by his father’s wealth. In an interview with BBC News Yoruba, the 22-year-old Executive Director of Eleganza Industries revealed that he earns a personal salary and has attracted independent investors to support his music career. […]
Landowners of the proposed Abia Airport project in Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, are suing the Abia State Government, accusing officials of being dishonest in paying them compensation. As a result, landowners announced that they had reclaimed their farmlands ahead of the farming season, citing the Abia State Government’s lack of transparency in […]
As Ramadan begins today, the Kaduna State Chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged Muslims to pray for national unity and progress. The party leadership extended warm greetings to the Muslim Ummah as the Holy Month began. The party emphasized that the sacred period is a time of increased spiritual devotion, compassion, and […]
The Federal Government stated that it would conduct a thorough assessment and review of MTN Group’s acquisition of IHS Towers to determine its impact on the national economy. The government also stated that the review was necessary given the strategic importance of telecommunications infrastructure to national security, economic growth, financial services, and innovation. Dr. Bosun […]
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that the registration deadline for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will not be extended, warning prospective candidates to enroll by February 26 or risk missing the exam. In a definite notice issued on Tuesday, the Board stated that the sale of e-PINs, which are […]
Troops from Operation Enduring Peace in Plateau State have apprehended five suspected kidnappers and rescued a woman who was abducted in the state. The operation occurred on Tuesday evening as part of a raid on a criminal hideout in Angwan Boka, Sopp District, Riyom LGA. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the spokesman for the Joint Military […]
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has prohibited all physical cash collections throughout its operations, making the aviation industry one of the first to fully implement the federal government’s strengthened Cashless Policy. The Managing Director/Chief Executive of FAAN, Olubunmi Kuku, issued an internal memo on February 3, 2026, ordering all directorates to stop accepting […]
Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State Governor, remained in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Tuesday night as the anti-graft agency deepened its probe into an alleged ₦432 billion fraud during his time in office. El-Rufai arrived at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja on Monday morning, following an invitation, and has since […]
Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara praised Victor Osimhen after the club’s emphatic 5-2 victory over Juventus in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoffs. The Turkish champions made a statement at RAMS Park on Tuesday night, outpacing the Serie A giants with speed and precision. Sara opened the scoring and later assisted, laying the […]
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has charged Blessing Lere-Adams, a Director in the Federal Ministry of Works, with money laundering and corruption. On Monday, Lere-Adams was brought before the Federal High Court in Abuja on six charges under the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act of 2022, the Penal Code (Northern […]
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that he felt mistreated by the club before joining Galatasaray, claiming he was treated “like a dog” despite interest from Juventus. As reported by Football Italia on Tuesday, Osimhen confirmed to Gazzetta dello Sport that Juventus, through then-sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, attempted to sign him in 2024 before […]
Electricity generation across the country is expected to decrease temporarily as scheduled maintenance on a major gas facility disrupts supply to several thermal power plants. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) announced on Thursday that Seplat Energy Plc, a joint venture partner and key gas supplier to the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited […]
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld Justice Okon Abang’s dissenting decision, naming Joshua Ishaku as the All Progressives Congress’ candidate for the 2026 Bwari Area Council chairmanship election. In a 4-1 decision on Monday, Justice Jamilu Yammama Tukur, who read the lead judgment, overturned the majority ruling of the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, […]
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is looking for foreign-born players to help strengthen Nigeria’s squad, as there is growing interest from dual-nationality stars eligible to represent the country. The Malian coach has already secured commitments from defenders Felix Agu and Ryan Alebiosu, as well as Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, and is reportedly in talks with […]
Global oil prices remained in a tight range on Monday as markets weighed renewed diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran against persistent geopolitical tensions and new supply signals from the OPEC+ alliance. Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose three cents to $67.78 per barrel in early trading, after closing 23 cents higher the previous […]