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Month: March 2025

Gov Makinde drops fresh stance on introducing Sharia Law in Oyo State

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has refuted claims that his administration plans to challenge the establishment of a Sharia Panel in court, affirming that his government will support any process in line with the Nigerian Constitution. Speaking at the 2025 Iftar Programme organised by the Oyo State Government in Ibadan, Makinde described the Sharia…

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Piracy: The silent thief killing Nollywood’s golden goose

Piracy has long been a formidable adversary to Nollywood, undermining the industry’s growth and the livelihoods of its creatives. Imagine this: A filmmaker spends sleepless nights crafting a story, assembling a talented cast, battling unpredictable weather on set, and pouring everything —money, sweat, and sanity into a film.  Finally, after months of hard work, the…

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‘She didn’t want blood on her car’ – Outrage as Bumpa co-founder Teejay dies in hit-and-run tragedy

The tragic death of Adetunji “Teejay” Opayele, co-founder and Chief Technical Officer of Bumpa, has ignited public outrage after reports surfaced that the driver responsible, Biola Adams-Odutayo, allegedly prioritised keeping her car clean over saving his life. Opayele, who was wearing full safety gear, was struck by Adams-Odutayo’s vehicle on March 4 at about 10:20…

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Shea Butter vs Cocoa Butter: Which Natural Moisturizer Performs Better?  

If you are not moisturizing your skin daily in this big 2025 and you’re moving about Nigeria with heavy environmental pollution and strange weather, then you’re very wrong, and that needs to change now.  Moisturizers are such an essential in skincare that help to reduce dryness, flakiness, and irritation while also maintaining a healthy skin…

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Mother and daughter jailed for stealing ₦1m worth of ponmo, meat and stockfish

An Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court in Isabo on Friday sentenced mother and daughter, Falilatu Amidu and Ayisatu Amidu to six months imprisonment each for stealing dry ponmo, stock fish and dried meat valued at N1 million. The defendants, who reside at No 21 Ago-oko area in Abeokuta, Ogun, were convicted on a two-count charge of conspiracy and…

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Ramadan Day 29: Today’s prayers, dua, and hadith for the final stretch

As we approach the final stretch of Ramadan, the last few days of this blessed month, it is essential to reflect on our spiritual journey so far. Ramadan has been a time of devotion, self-discipline, and deep connection with Allah. The final days offer us an opportunity to intensify our worship, seek forgiveness, and make…

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Joeboy celebrates the good life on his third album ‘Viva Lavida’

Released on March 28, 2025, Joeboy’s third album ‘Viva Lavida’ reinforces his status as one of Afrobeats’ most exciting hitmakers who crafts industrous love tunes. Ahead of the album, the hitmaker recently released the singles ‘SMH’ in partnership with long-term collaborator Tempoe and ‘Taxi Driver’. Speaking on the album, Joeboy shares that there’s a lot of…

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5 signs your boyfriend is catching feelings for his female friend

It’s normal for partners to have close friends of the opposite sex, but when that friendship starts to feel a little… off, you can’t help but get suspicious. It’s tricky because, on one hand, you trust your boyfriend. On the other hand, when you see them laughing together a little too much or hear him…

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EFCC declares Sanwo-Olu’s ally wanted over alleged money laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, an ally of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, wanted over alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering. In a statement released on Friday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale called on the public to provide information on Achimugu’s whereabouts. The 51-year-old, an indigene of Ofu Local…

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Akpabio declares Kano secure for APC ahead of 2027

The president of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that Kano State will remain a stronghold for the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the 2027 general elections approach. Akpabio attributed this to the strategic influence of Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje, and Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to the…

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