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Month: November 2023

Tribunal gives INEC 48 hours to provide materials in Kogi’s guber poll

Justice Birnin-Kudu said the orders became imperative in view of the time constraints the tribunal had to discharge its mandate. The Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Kogi has given INEC 48 hours to issue certified copies of electoral materials on the Nov. 11 off-cycle election in the state to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). It…

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NAF’s strikes eliminate key Boko Haram figure, several others in Borno

Abubakar urged them to continue to synergise with the Land Component while maintaining the momentum in keeping the terrorists on their toes. The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, have eliminated a key Boko Haram terrorist leader, Abu Asad and several others in air strikes on their hideout at Tagoshe on the Mandara Mountains in…

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You’re a forthright, courageous statesman, PDP felicitates Atiku @77

Ologunagba said that Nigerians demonstrated this in their overwhelming support and massive vote for Abubakar in the 2019 and 2023 Presidential elections. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has celebrated former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on his 77th birthday, describing his love for Nigeria as unwavering. The PDP said this in a statement by its National Publicity…

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CBN plans new round of recapitalisation for banks – Cardoso

The CBN governor said the apex bank was planning to make changes to the country’s foreign exchange regulations by developing new guidelines and legislation. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it is planning to implement a new round of banking recapitalisation for the Deposit Money Banks (DMBs). Olayemi Cardoso, the CBN Governor, announced this…

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Nigerian Concerts: 5 common things that happen

What is a concert like for an average Nigerian? In Metropolitan cities like Lagos and Abuja, there are musical concerts almost every day in December. But what is the experience like? What are the great things and not-so-great things about concerts in Nigeria? Artists always come late The dreaded habit of showing up late, called…

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Rivers PDP chairman resigns after bagging appointment from Tinubu

Akwaro said he decided to accept Tinubu’s appointment after consulting his leaders and family. Chairman of the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Desmond Akawor, has resigned from his position after bagging a federal appointment from President Bola Tinubu. Akawaor, a former Nigerian Ambassador to South Korea, emerged as Rivers PDP chairman…

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Pepsi Music Academy: Top 3 participants win 2-year EMPIRE recording contract

#FeatureByPepsi Pepsi is set to cement Afrobeats’ world dominance through its partnership with global music industry giant, EMPIRE, with the launch of the first edition of the Pepsi Music Academy (PMA) to bolster the development of the music industry in Nigeria. This groundbreaking collaboration will see the two giants hosting a summit designed to expose…

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DJ 2Phat set to release new mix on BBC Radio and anticipated single

#FeatureByDJ2Phat Renowned DJ 2Phat, ifeanyi Umeh, a distinguished Nigerian DJ/Producer based in the UK, has achieved significant milestones in the music industry. Hailing from Abuja, Nigeria, DJ 2Phat proudly affiliates with the UK/Nigeria Entertainment Company Luminary Vision Record (LVR), an entertainment company boasting notable artists like BINNY BOY, world-class producers, and influencers. DJ 2Phat set…

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West Africa’s first hyper-realistic immersive experience comes to Lagos

#FeatureByColoreanBay In a bold move for the world of entertainment and technology, Colorean Bay proudly introduces “Nothing is Unreal”; West Africa’s first hyper-realistic immersive experience. Set to be held from the 1st to the 9th of December at SOL ONIRU, the experience promises a paradigm shift in how audiences perceive a surreal Lagos day, from…

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Northern elders concerned about judicial interference in Nigerian politics

The Northern elders urged the judiciary to exercise caution in order to preserve its integrity and public trust. A group of Northern elders under the aegis of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has voiced concern over the nature of judicial interference in the Nigerian electoral and political processes. In a statement by its convener, Prof….

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