Ogun State, Nigeria, World News & Stories
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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…
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…
The Nigeria Police Force in Akwa Ibom State has arrested the Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Ewa Okpo, over allegations of criminal defamation, cyberstalking and related offences arising from his social media posts. The police said Mr Okpo was arrested following a petition submitted on 17 June by former…
South African authorities have begun the deportation process of former Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, after officers arrested her in Cape Town in June for allegedly residing in the country illegally. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the development plunged the 25-year-old model into fresh legal trouble barely two years after her Nigerian heritage sparked fierce…
Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has raised concerns about a fake “Honorary Certificate” circulating on social media, allegedly issued to Nigerian comedian and content creator, Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe. In a statement released on Monday, , and shared on its official social media pages, the university said the document is fake…
Afrobeats star Davido’s decision to spotlight the abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Oyo State during a FIFA World Cup event has sparked debate. Popular APC praise singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, accusing him of portraying Nigeria negatively before an international audience. The controversy followed Davido’s appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown…
Veteran Nollywood actor and comedian Adewale Adeoye, popularly known as Baba Elesho, has stirred conversations after revealing that his wife is the head of his family. The 67-year-old actor disclosed during an interview with AfricanAList, reflecting on balancing his responsibilities as a son with the need to maintain harmony in his marriage. The Osun State-born…
United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) is celebrating the country’s official Democracy Day, June 12, by supporting Kalakiri, the latest Nigerian movie with the theme: ‘Celebration of Democracy and National Unity’. The UNA’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Dayo Olawuyi, in a statement, said that the airline was partnering with the producers of the film as a reminder…
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY-ARISE Media Group, Nduka Obaigbena, has said that Nigeria can only thrive when built on justice, fairness, and shared prosperity. Obaigbena made the remark on Monday during an ARISE Television event that hosted the Arewa Consultative Forum. He stressed the importance of building a balanced and inclusive society where all citizens have equal opportunities. “Nigeria works for all of us, and…
Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick and Frank Onyeka’s goal sealed a crucial win for Nigeria, but it wasn’t enough, as South Africa’s 3-0 victory over Rwanda kept them at the top of the group. Despite a dominant 4-0 victory over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, the Super Eagles of Nigeria fell short of securing automatic qualification for…
