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Month: February 2025

100 thoughtful condolence messages to comfort and support

Losing someone we love is one of the hardest things in life. During such moments, kind words can bring comfort and support to those grieving.  It’s not always easy to know what to say, but even a simple message can mean a lot. Whether you’re sending a text, writing a card, or speaking in person,…

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WAEC releases 2024 WASSCE private candidates’ results

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, second series. According to a statement by WAEC’s Acting Public Affairs Officer, Moyosola Adesina, 65,023 candidates took the exam in Nigeria between October 25 and December 20, 2024. Of these, 34,878…

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RAMADAN: Obey God, Prophet’s teachings, cleric urges political leaders as fasting approaches

An Islamic Cleric, Dr Sharafudeen Aliagan,  has called on  Nigerian political leaders to always obey the laws of God in the Holy Qur’an and the teachings of the Holy Prophet Mohammed. Aliagan made the call at a Pre-Ramadan lecture and prayer for the country on Sunday in Abuja organised by the leadership of  Late Alhaji…

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Senator Ndume reacts to Trump’s shutdown of USAID

Senator Ali Ndume has asserted that Nigeria should not rely on foreign aid, emphasising that the country has enough resources to support its citizens and even assist others. Speaking on Channels Television, the senator representing Borno South stressed that Nigeria’s problem is not a lack of resources but poor leadership. “What I’m saying is that…

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Police officer found dead in Ogun hotel, female companion missing

A Nigerian police officer, Inspector Haruna Mohammed, has been found dead in a hotel room in Ogun State. The officer had checked into Super G Royal Hotel at 11 Anthony Uzum Estate, Oyeyemi Akute, with a woman around 1:00 AM on Saturday, February 15, 2025. However, by morning, the woman was nowhere to be found….

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Chimamanda Adichie announces birth of her twins at 47

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, the multi award-winning Nigerian author has announced the birth of her twins with husband, Ivara Esege. She made the good news known during her interview with The Guardian where she also spoke about her new book, Dream Count, cancel culture and other topics. The 47-year-old author revealed that she welcomed her twins…

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Police detain suspect for allegedly killing his brother in Anambra

The Police Command in Anambra has detained one Christian Ndubuisi who allegedly murdered his elder brother over a minor disagreement. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday in Onitsha, Anambra. According to him, the police operatives attached to 3-3 Division acted swiftly on a report on…

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Children account for 7.2% of cancer cases in Nigeria – Official

Of the 127,000 cancer cases recorded annually in Nigeria, 7.2 per cent are children, an official of National Cancer Control Programme, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has said. The National Coordinator of the Programme, Dr. Uchechukwu Nwokwu, disclosed this on the sidelines of a public enlightenment on Childhood cancer in Abuja. The News…

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Best Holiday Spots in Nigeria

Vacations present a beautiful opportunity of bonding time for most families – the connections, memories formed, and activities to enjoy. But where should you go to? Here’s a surprise, you don’t need to travel out of Nigeria to enjoy a memorable vacation. Ours is a land of milk and honey – it boasts tranquil beaches,…

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5 tips to help you quit your addiction to sports betting

Addiction sucks! No two ways about that. It doesn’t matter whether you’re stuck with a habit, person or thing, it almost always ends in regrets and misery. For sports betting, it’s easy to become so addicted that you gamble away your income and everything you own. Most people do not know when it turns from…

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