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Month: February 2025

El-Rufai can’t win senatorial seat in Kaduna today, he can’t unsettle Tinubu – Bwala

The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State Governor, doesn’t have the political influence to unsettle President Bola Tinubu. Bwala and El-Rufai have been having a go at each other over the latter’s criticisms of the incumbent administration and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)….

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Nothing to worry about – Disco assures customers after workers shut down offices

On Thursday, the management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) said that some workers had shut down the company’s offices earlier in the day, but this was nothing to worry about. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that striking IBEDC workers shut down the company’s main offices in Ibadan, Ilorin and Abeokuta early Thursday….

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FCTA to spend N3.6bn on construction of 3 police stations

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved N3.6 billion for constructing three police divisional headquarters and staff quarters in Kuje, Gwagwalada, and Kwali Area Councils. Adamu Gwary, Director of the Security Services Department, FCTA, said this in Abuja on Thursday while briefing journalists on the outcome of the first FCT Executive Committee meeting of…

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Here are 45 iconic Tiwa Savage songs as she clocks 45

Tiwa Savage is a singer-songwriter and performer extraordinaire. The multi award-winning artist has been recognised across the globe for her signature sultry voice. Her catalogue houses chart-topping hits, club bangers, and evergreen anthems. These 45 songs showcase her versatility and remind us of her more than a decade-long dominance. 45. Attention The No 1 ABG…

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Lakurawa: Senate to probe Niger’s junta leader’s allegations against Nigeria

The Senate has mandated its committees on National Security, Intelligence and Foreign Affairs to investigate the allegations by Niger’s Head of State, Brig-Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani, against Nigeria. The investigation, which is to be conducted within four weeks, is aimed at using diplomatic and security measures to restore and strengthen the ties between Nigeria and Niger…

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VIDEO: History made as Nigerian Army general jumps off moving airplane

Brig.-Gen. Abubakar Aliyu has made history as the second general in the Nigerian Army to jump off a moving airplane, displaying extraordinary leadership and bravery. The astonishing feat was recorded at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kaduna State, during the week. The brave officer has now equalled the historical airborne feat achieved by Lt.-Gen. Kenneth…

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Adamant Buhari says economy, security improved significantly under him

Contrary to some Nigerians’ beliefs, former President Muhammadu Buhari has declared that the country witnessed significant economic and security improvement during his eight-year tenure. He made this known when he received members of the Katsina State Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists at his country home in Daura, Katsina State, on Wednesday, February…

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Amaechi, Bafarawa accused of plotting to destabilise Tinubu’s govt

The Reformed Arewa Youth Council of Nigeria (RAYCN) has alleged that former governors Rotimi Amaechi and Attahiru Bafarawa are plotting to destabilise President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. At a press conference on Thursday, February 6, RAYCN’s National President, Bilal Abdulahi, claimed the duo is working with foreign and local elements to incite unrest, drawing parallels…

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Why I can’t enroll my children in Nigerian boarding schools – Bovi

Nigerian actor and comedian Bovi has opened up about his reasons for enrolling his children in boarding schools abroad instead of in Nigeria. Speaking during his recent interview on the Uncolured Podcast, Bovi explained that the decision, while initially accidental with his son, stemmed from his concerns about bullying and the potential negative impact of…

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BREAKING: Tinubu sacks Nigeria’s youngest female VC, Aisha Maikudi of UNIAbuja

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has removed Professor Aisha Maikudi as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja (UNIAbuja), now officially renamed Yakubu Gowon University. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the decision was accompanied by the dissolution of the university’s governing council. Senator…

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