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Month: October 2023

Who rocked it better? Yara Shahidi or Ilebaye Odiniya?

This week, it’s the battle of the Gen Z baddies. Ilebaye attended the prize-giving ceremony after winning Big Brother Naija All Stars edition looking quite peculiar. Well, it turned out she took a leaf from the style of American actress Yara Shahidi as she recreated her look. So, we have to ask who wore it…

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APC suspends Kogi governorship campaign

Khadijat allegedly lost her life after a clash between supporters of Social Democratic Party (SDP) and those of the APC. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended its campaign for the Nov. 11 Kogi Governorship Election, as a mark of respect for Ms Khadijat Yahaya, a member of the party who died after an attack…

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BREAKING: Naira Marley in custody as Lagos police probe Mobhad’s death

Police authorities confirmed Naira Marley in custody. Afrobeats sensation Naira Marley, whose real name is Azeez Fashola, has been apprehended by the Lagos State Police Command in connection with the tragic demise of former signee Mobhad. Lagos police command spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin, stated, “Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley has been taken into custody for interrogation…

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Here’s everything the 6 finalists won on ‘BBNaija All Stars’

Something for everyone even if it doesn’t compare to the ultimate prize. Over the course of 10 weeks, the All Stars housemates had a series of task weekly anchored by various sponsors of Big Brother Naija All Stars. Although your favourite may not have emerged as the winner of the grand prize of ₦120 million,…

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FG urged to establish ministry for informal workers

She stressed the urgent need for a Ministry for Informal Workers. Hajiya Maryam Ibrahim, Chairperson of the Kogi Federation of Informal Workers Organisation of Nigeria (FIWON), has called upon the Federal Government to establish a dedicated Ministry for Informal Workers. Addressing the press in Lokoja on Tuesday, October 03, 2023, Ibrahim highlighted the crucial role…

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Restoration of electricity promised for Ogun waterside communities

The House resolved to mandate the committee on power to conduct a thorough investigation and report back within four weeks. The House of Representatives has unanimously called for the urgent restoration of electricity supply in the long-suffering Ogun Waterside Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. This crucial decision came after a motion was presented…

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Anambra tells private sector to provide palliatives for workers

Fuel subsidy removal is affecting everyone hence private sector companies are urged to support their staff. The Anambra State House of Assembly has called upon the private sector entities in the state to provide essential palliative measures for their employees. The appeal came during a session held on Tuesday, September 03, 2023, where the Majority…

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New rule stops fresh Senators from contesting Senate president, deputy roles

Senator Yari, a first-term Senator, challenged Senator Akpabio for the position of Senate President. The Nigerian Senate has amended its standing orders to prevent first-term Senators from running for the positions of Senate President and Deputy Senate President. The amendment, which revised Rule 3(2) (1-3) of the Senate Standing Orders, came after a motion was…

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Do the proper thing – Mohbad’s father requests DNA test for his grandson

He states that the clamouring for the DNA test has become widespread, therefore it should be done. Mohbad’s father Joseph Aloba has stated his stance on the topic of conducting a paternity test for Mohbad’s son, Liam. The aggrieved parent had an interview with BBC Pidgin where he shed more light on his relationship with…

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House of Reps launch investigation into pension fund crisis

The Committee on Pension will thoroughly investigate the pension fund assets, recover the ₦10 trillion loaned to the government. The House of Representatives has unanimously resolved to probe the state of pension funds and the alarming issue of the ₦10 trillion loaned to the Federal Government. The resolution was reached following a motion sponsored by…

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