A trader at the Pharmaceutical Market in Onitsha retaliated against members of the Special Anambra Anti-Touting Squad (SASA), resulting in deadly consequences. The incident unfolded this past weekend following attempts by SASA agents to catch a notorious tout operating near the Niger Bridge Head. As the suspect fled into the crowded marketplace, he found himself […]

The United States has presented a draft resolution to the UN Security Council, explicitly backing a temporary ceasefire and urging Israel to abandon its planned offensive on Rafah in southern Gaza. This marks the first time the US explicitly supports a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The draft resolution emphasizes the potential harm to civilians

Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, shed light on the struggles facing the Igbo community within Nigeria during an interview reported by The Sun. While acknowledging the nation’s diversity and sacrifices towards unity, Iwuanyanwu voiced concerns about the Federal Character Principle failing to benefit the Igbo fairly. He claimed ex-President Muhammadu Buhari admitted denying them key

The Niger State Government Authority has issued queries to both the headmaster and class teacher of a primary school student whose criticism about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sparked controversy online. A now-viral video captured this young debater expressing concerns regarding the impact of Mr. Tinubu’s presidency on national economics, specifically mentioning increased insecurities and high

Ben Igweh, the Commissioner of Police in FCT, issues a stark warning about the alarming situation in “black spots,” denoting areas rampant with suspected kidnappers and criminals. During an exclusive interview on Channels TV, the commissioner painted a grim picture of lawlessness thriving under cover of darkness at these sites, saying, “If you see what

A popular adult film actress Kagney Linn Karter has died by suicide at the age of 36, leaving a void in the industry. The tragic incident occurred at her residence in the US, with reports indicating that Karter was grappling with mental health issues, prompting her to take this drastic step. To honor Karter’s memory

Lawyer and prominent Labor Party chieftain, Dele Farotimi, issued a stern warning against citing alleged fabricated election results from INEC, particularly regarding Oyo State’s presidential poll outcome shared online during protests there. Responding to an Obidient who quoted these disputed figures, Farotimi emphasized the importance of understanding the situation more deeply rather than blindly accepting

Bureau de Change operators have confirmed that Nigeria’s local currency, the naira, is currently experiencing a significant decline in value. As of Monday, the naira is exchanging at over 2,000 naira against the Great Britain Pound in the parallel market. This marks a sharp increase from the rate of N1,930 recorded on Saturday and represents

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Abuja zone, has expressed profound grief over the loss of 46 esteemed academics within their universities. This tragic toll includes institutions such as the University of Abuja, Federal University of Technology Minna, Federal University Lafia, Nasarawa State University Nasarawa, and Ibrahim Babaginda University, Lapai. The recent demise of

Hafiz Naeem Rehman, the newly elected member of the Provincial Assembly (PS-129) in Karachi, has made a bold and unconventional decision. Rehman, who won the controversial national elections on February 8, representing the Jamaat-e-Islami party, has given up his seat, claiming that the election was rigged in his favor against independent candidate Saif Bari, backed

Julius Abure, the embattled chairman of the Labour Party, has initiated the process to suspend and expel Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate, from the party. This move comes amid allegations of corruption against Abure’s administration, with rumors suggesting that Obi might be implicated in the scandal. According to reports from the Naturenex platform, Abure

A Nigerian man, amidst a protest against economic hardship in Ibadan, Oyo state, made a heartfelt plea to the United Nations for asylum, expressing his desire to not be a Nigerian anymore. In a video that has since gone viral, the man can be heard saying, “I want asylum. I don’t want this country again.

Nigerians in Ibadan, Oyo State, have taken to the streets to protest the high cost of living, food inflation, and economic hardship under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The peaceful rally, which occurred in the Mokola area, featured placard-carrying youths chanting songs to drive home their points. The placards carried messages such as ‘No more Emilokan’,

In a shocking incident that took place in 1915 in South Carolina, Essie Dunbar was pronounced dead after suffering an epileptic episode. However, as her coffin was being lowered into the ground, her sister asked for one last goodbye. The ministers agreed to dig up the coffin, and to everyone’s surprise, Essie sat up and

The Niger State Government has responded to the viral school debate video in which a pupil, while wishing all politicians dead, also mentioned the name of former Lagos State Governor and presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. The government has disowned the pupil, expressing its disapproval of the student’s comments and behavior. The statement from the

Federal Government has dismissed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors’ demand for President Bola Tinubu’s resignation, describing it as a distraction and an attempt to undermine the current administration’s efforts. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, questioned the PDP’s failure to address the nation’s challenges during its extended time in power. Idris

A Nigerian woman took center stage during a church service to publicly accuse the presiding pastor of impregnating her and pressuring her to abort the child. The incident, captured in a viral video, left the congregation stunned and sparked reactions across social media. The woman, who had been calling the pastor since January, claimed that

Singer Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, has made shocking revelations about veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem, accusing him of betraying the entire Nigerian music industry. The controversy began when Eedris criticized Burna Boy’s comments about lack of support in the industry, prompting a heated exchange between the two artists. In a surprising twist, Paul Okoye

Human rights activist and lawyer, Chidi Odinkalu, has expressed skepticism towards Professor Usman Yusuf’s recent statement on the perceived silence of the South-East region amidst the ongoing economic hardship in Nigeria. Professor Yusuf had called upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investigate the reasons behind this silence, stating that he did not know why the

Peter Obi Delivers Stinging Rebuke to Tinubu Administration over Sahad Store Closure, Urges Focus on Rescuing Economy The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticized the Tinubu administration for its decision to shut down the Sahad Store in Abuja, arguing that the move was poorly thought out and counterproductive. Obi, who expressed

Retired Major Roseline Eyetan has shared her incredible story of survival as a female soldier in Nigeria. Eyetan fought in three wars, including the Liberian war, the early Boko Haram insurgency in Borno state, and the Jos conflict in Plateau state. As the only woman among 350 battalions in the Liberian war, Eyetan survived the

During the 6th executive committee meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, sheds light on why Nigerians remain eerily quiet. The Sultan acknowledges the agitation, hunger, and anger prevailing in the country but reveals that citizens are maintaining their silence for a reason. He discloses that concerted

The National President of the Arewa Youth Consultative Council, Zaid Ayuba, has said that the Igbo people from the South-East geopolitical zone of Nigeria have the potential to produce a president. Ayuba’s statements are based on the historical alliance between the North and the South-East during the First Republic. Ayuba, in an exclusive interview, highlighted

Former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme, Professor Usman Yusuf, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for allegedly prioritizing the needs of the National Assembly over the needs of Nigerians. In an interview with Arise Television, Yusuf accused Tinubu of giving N72 billion to the 36 states to feed their citizens while simultaneously giving

There is a growing sense of confusion and concern following the alleged approval of N24.143 billion as a subsidy for the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to address foreign exchange differentials for intending Muslim pilgrims. The approval, reportedly conveyed in a document dated October 19, 2023, by the Office of Vice President Kasim Shettima,

In a bold move that threatens broader West African integration, military-led governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have announced their intention to establish a confederation, following their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The Malian foreign ministry confirmed this decision on Thursday, as the three countries deepen ties via the

In a recent interview on Arise News, Professor Usman Yusuf, former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), expressed his bewilderment at the uncharacteristic quietness of the South East region in the ongoing discourse on the country’s economic challenges. Professor Yusuf, while discussing the current economic situation, was asked why the North and

As Israel prepares to expand its ground assault into Rafah, it has asked the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to dismiss South Africa’s request for additional emergency measures to protect Palestinians’ rights. Israel argues that the emergency measures already cover the situation in Gaza and that the court should reject South Africa’s latest request. South