Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has accepted President Bola Tinubu’s invitation to visit Nigeria this year. Tinubu invited him on Wednesday during their bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s spokesman, said in a statement. President…
In an interview on Echo Room, Spyro revealed that he was gearing up to release the remix for his hit single ‘Billing’ featuring Davido before he was stopped from putting out the song. According to the singer, Davido’s manager Asa Asika stopped him from relating the Davido remix because at the time the four-time Grammy…
The Federal Government has responded sharply to Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s recent comments about the administration’s economic policies. The Emir, speaking at a public event in Lagos, acknowledged the necessity of the policies but refrained from offering support, citing personal reservations. In a statement issued by Mohammed Idris, the Honourable Minister of Information and National…
Two of Nollywood’s biggest hits, Everybody Loves Jenifa by Funke Akindele and Alakada Bad & Boujee by Toyin Abraham, have collectively amassed an astounding ₦2 billion at the Nigerian box office. According to FilmOne, the leading film distribution company in West Africa, Akindele’s movie alone brought in a staggering ₦1.6 billion, making up 80% of…
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved the release of ₦925 million for the payment of gratuity and death benefits to 367 beneficiaries. This is contained in a statement signed by Rashid Muhammad-Bala, office of the Head of Service, issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday. The statement said; The payments will cover beneficiaries…
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Finance has exonerated the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) of alleged misappropriation of funds in its 2024 budget implementation. Chairman of the committee, Sen. Sani Musa in a statement on Thursday, said the board was erroneously accused of reckless spending, given the documents submitted to the committee by JAMB….
Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, has reaffirmed his confidence in the judiciary amid escalating tensions surrounding the September 2024 Edo governorship election tribunal. Speaking to reporters outside the courthouse on Wednesday, January 15, Ighodalo condemned intimidation tactics designed to derail the process while urging supporters to remain calm. “We strongly believe…
In the interview with Echo Room, Spyro shared that he signed to Paul Okoye‘s label because he believed with the resources at the label’s disposal, he would have a speedy route to success. “I signed the deal because I saw the affiliation he had with the likes of Wizkid. He was giving everyone endorsement”. According…
For 2025, Dr Tunji-Ojo proposed a budget of ₦6.68 billion, with allocations of ₦1.69 billion for personnel costs, ₦1.16 billion for overheads, and ₦3.83 billion for capital projects. The commendation was made during the Minister’s 2025 budget defence session on Wednesday, January 15. Dr Tunji-Ojo highlighted the Ministry’s exceptional revenue achievements, reporting that internally generated…
Prince Lukman Gbadegesin has initiated legal proceedings to overturn Governor Seyi Makinde’s decision to appoint Prince Akeem Owoade as the Alaafin of Oyo. Gbadegesin, who was reportedly favoured by the majority of Oyo’s Kingmakers, is calling on the court to nullify the appointment, approval, and subsequent presentation of the staff of office to Owoade. In…
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