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LAGOS, NIGERIA – Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, former governorship candidate of the Labour Party in Lagos, has raised alarm over the sinking status of Lagos and its vulnerability to disappearing within the next 60 to 70 years due to rising water levels. In a video shared by Channels TV, Gbadebo emphasized that …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Chioma Adeleke, newly wedded to David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, recently shared insights into her decision to marry the renowned singer. Recall, the couple tied the knot in a beautiful wedding ceremony on June 25, 2024. In her candid revelations, Chioma expressed deep admiration for her …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Former Big Brother Naija star and grandson of the iconic Obafemi Awolowo, Seyi Awolowo, recently opened up about his upbringing and the complexities of his family’s legacy. Seyi, in a candid conversation on the Just Chude podcast with Chude Jideonwo, shared deeply personal insights into his relationship …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government on Friday, July 5, 2024 rewarded members of Team Ogun in the last All African Games held in Accra, Ghana. About 11 athletes from Ogun state were among the contingent that represented Nigeria at the 13th All African Games in February …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation, has raised concerns about the illicit use of aircraft in Nigeria for activities such as drug trafficking and money laundering. Speaking on Thursday, June 27, 2024, during the inauguration of a Ministerial Taskforce Committee, Keyamo highlighted the detrimental impact of …

Opinion: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Central to the issue is Nigeria’s quest for economic independence, the Dangote Refinery stands as a symbol of Nigeria’s potential to harness its abundant oil resources for domestic prosperity. However, recent efforts to undermine its operations have ignited widespread concern and a call for unified action …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – In a sobering revelation, Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has expressed deep concern over the pervasive corruption in Nigeria. During a meeting with the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, Olukoyede lamented that the sheer scale of embezzlement detailed in …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Rear Admiral Alison Amaechina Madueke, the former husband of ex-Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has revealed that he ceased living with her in 2015 and is now urging her to stop using his surname. In a petition filed with the Lagos High Court (Suit No LD/15144HD/2024), Madueke …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, sounded a stark warning against the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recent decision to raise interest rates to nearly 30 percent. Speaking at a summit organized by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Dangote emphasized that such a steep interest …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – June 27, 2024 – Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or “the Group”) has announced dates for the 2024 GTCO Autism Program and follow-up consultations. This year’s programme is themed “A Spectrum of Possibilities” to promote inclusivity, self-advocacy, and empowerment for persons on the Autism Spectrum.  The …