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Fifteen years after her death, the memory of Nigeria’s legendary singer and actress, Christy Uduak Essien-Igbokwe (MFR), remains as vibrant as the timeless songs that made her one of Africa’s most celebrated music icons. Fondly called the “Lady of Songs” and widely regarded as Nigeria’s original Queen of Afro Pop, Essien-Igbokwe continues to inspire generations…
But the real question we should be asking is whether the world could and should actually retain some inefficiencies, rather than the relentless pursuit of efficiency and more efficiency that may tip the scale and lead us all into confusion. There will certainly not come any day in the future where human beings will not…
Fighting between Kamuku farmers and Fulani herders has escalated to Kagara, the administrative headquarters of the Rafi Local Government Area in Niger State. According to sources, local authorities have imposed a curfew on the town after a mob attempted to invade the Kagara General Hospital to attack herders receiving medical treatment at the facility. Residents…
Award-winning Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, has opened up about how years of hard work, consistency and divine favour have transformed her career, declaring that she no longer feels the need to seek anyone’s approval or compromise her dignity to remain relevant in the movie industry. Speaking during a recent interview, the box office…
Osasere Okundaye has opened up about how she became Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant at 16. Ms Okundaye’s feat was announced by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, on 29 June via his X page. She broke the four-year record previously held by Jonathan Adewale, a 17-year-old who passed the final stage of the Institute…
Nigerian filmmaker, actor, producer and director, Dr Oluchukwu Iheonunekwu, professionally known as Donald Iheonunekwu, has won international recognition for using film to challenge cultural stereotypes, following his latest success at the TAFF International Film Festival in Dallas, United States, where his film A Trip to Kigali received the Best Narrative Feature award. Speaking to Journalists,…
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has broken his silence over the claim that he conferred a chieftaincy title on actor Olanrewaju “Baba Ijesha” James. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Baba Ijesha announced that the Ooni bestowed on him the title “Awada Konge Oduwa” during a visit to the palace alongside his wife, fashion entrepreneur…
Grammy-winning Nigerian music superstar, Burna Boy, has been gifted a bespoke “one-of-one” widebody Bugatti Chiron to celebrate his birthday. This was revealed in a viral video shared online, showing a representative of Dubai-based luxury customisation company Venuum presenting the hypercar. The custom project features unique modifications, including the singer’s name engraved on the vehicle’s rear…
A close friend recently returned to Nigeria for the first time after fifteen years in the United Kingdom. Like many Nigerians in the diaspora, he had spent those years toiling, saving, and painstakingly constructing his dream home back in the homeland. Having finally completed the project, he decided it was time to return and add…
For two days, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, transformed into a meeting point for storytellers, poets, filmmakers, musicians and book lovers as the third edition of the Boldoz Book and Arts Festival brought conversations on literature, culture and creative expression to the forefront. Held on 19 and 20 June, the festival was themed “Sio…
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President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…
An agricultural economist, Otunba Tunji Oredipe, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oredipe, who hails from the Ogun East Senatorial District and is also a systems architect, pledged to prioritise grassroots development, ensure inclusive growth, and promote accountability if…
Oke-Mosan 2027: Bolaji Odusina, a physician based in the US, declares interest in Ogun governorship. Likens race to David vs Goliath A governorship aspirant in Ogun State, Dr. Bolaji Odusina, has officially declared her intention to contest the 2027 election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing her ambition as a classic…
Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…
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President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…
Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…
In Ijebu-Ode, the Keregbetu family has petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the prolonged suspension of the process to select a new Awujale of Ijebuland. The appeal followed the decision of the Ogun State Government to halt the selection process, citing numerous petitions from security agencies and other concerned parties. The Awujale throne became vacant in…
The head of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Otunba Abdulateef Owoyemi, has appealed to Dapo Abiodun to lift the suspension on the Awujale selection process and allow kingmakers to complete their work. Owoyemi, a former National President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, said the royal family next in line to produce the Awujale,…
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President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…
An agricultural economist, Otunba Tunji Oredipe, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oredipe, who hails from the Ogun East Senatorial District and is also a systems architect, pledged to prioritise grassroots development, ensure inclusive growth, and promote accountability if…
Oke-Mosan 2027: Bolaji Odusina, a physician based in the US, declares interest in Ogun governorship. Likens race to David vs Goliath A governorship aspirant in Ogun State, Dr. Bolaji Odusina, has officially declared her intention to contest the 2027 election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing her ambition as a classic…
Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…
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President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun and appointed Tunji Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police with immediate effect. Earlier reports indicated that Egbetokun submitted his resignation letter on Tuesday, citing urgent family reasons. He was appointed in June 2023 and was serving a four-year term expected to end in June…
President Bola Tinubu has reportedly removed Kayode Egbetokun from his position as Inspector-General of Police. Presidential aides, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the development on Tuesday. According to the sources, the President asked Egbetokun to step aside during a meeting at the Presidential Villa on Monday. One aide confirmed the decision, saying Egbetokun…
Speaking in an interview on Arise Television on Monday, Professor Ibrahim Gambari said Nigeria’s democratic problems cannot be solved by big speeches or powerful individuals. He said the biggest problem in Nigeria’s democracy is the political party system. According to him, most political parties in the country do not have clear beliefs, identity, or internal…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) pensioners have praised the Federal Government for showing strong leadership by signing an important agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). They said resolving a problem that started in 2009 proves that the government can solve long-standing disputes through honest talks, dialogue, and keeping to agreements. Encouraged…
