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Nollywood actress Temitope Kofoworola Osoba, popularly known as Tope Osoba, has been laid to rest in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, weeks after her death generated controversy over the circumstances surrounding her passing. Osoba, who died on 4 August, at the age of 40, was buried on Thursday, September 10, following a funeral service attended by…
Nigerian singer Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN; Douglas Jack Agu, professionally known as Runtown; and singer-songwriter Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, better known as Patoranking, are set to storm New York City as headline performers at the 2026 Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day Parade and Carnival. The three music stars are expected to add glamour and excitement…
Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has been buried in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, more than a month after her death at the age of 40. Osoba was laid to rest on Thursday, September 10, after a funeral service attended by members of her family, friends and several colleagues from the Nigerian film industry. The funeral…
Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has said Nigerians, and not clerical endorsements, will decide the outcome of the 2027 general election. Ibe stated this in a Facebook post on Thursday, reacting to the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for…
The top three winners of this year’s Mike Okonkwo National Essay Competition have been presented with their prizes. They are Agburum Clinton Chimenem of Deeper Life High School, Port Harcourt, Rivers State (first prize); Alimi-Adeiga Mosorireoluwa of Holyland Senior College, Ipaja, Lagos (second prize); and Oloruntimilehin Elijah Oladipo of Isolo Comprehensive Senior High School, Lagos…
Nigerian filmmaker and producer Kunle Afolayan has questioned the growing perception that YouTube is more financially rewarding for Nigerian filmmakers than major streaming platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video. Afolayan said YouTube’s growing attraction in Nollywood is partly driven by its accessibility and the advantage of earning in foreign currency while production expenses are…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has distanced itself from a purportedly filed petition filed on its behalf against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and two others before the Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Osogbo, challenging the result of the Osun State Governorship Election conducted on the 15th of August, 2026.…
Rita Daniels, mother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has dismissed speculation that her daughter reconciled with her estranged husband, Delta North senator Ned Nwoko, following her recent visit to his residence. Rita said the actress was invited to the residence to see her children, adding that the visit did not indicate that the estranged couple…
Rufai should keep holding power to account, but at the same time moderate his style. That is precisely what your friends – not your enemies – should constantly tell you. As for Lere Olayinka, he should remember an equally important principle: if you accept the microphone, you must also accept the questions. Public communication is not…
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has said it is monitoring the digital space, effectively, to ensure advertising materials posted there conform with the rules and regulations guiding the practice. The Director General of the agency, Dr. Lekan Fadolapo, disclosed this, in Lagos, on Tuesday, at a media briefing on this year’s National Advertising…
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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…
