Nigerian girls, like many girls worldwide, deserve love, respect, and a promising future. However, in recent years, a sinister trend has emerged that threatens the safety and well-being of young women in Nigeria. This trend involves young girls falling prey to “Yahoo Boys” who lure them with promises of expensive …
Read More »A Bright Future for Nigerians on the Horizon – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu, during his speech at the green economy summit in Minna, Niger state, assured Nigerians that the “tough” decisions taken by his administration would soon bear fruit. The event, themed ‘Sustainable future: Harnessing green assets and innovation for Niger state’s prosperity,’ was organized by the state government and …
Read More »Osagie Ize-Iyamu: A compelling call for leadership
In the heart of Edo State, it’s time for deep introspection, self-reflection, and candid conversations. Through its historical journey, from the glorious days of Ogbemudia to the scholarly era of Prof Ambrose Ali, and on to the tumultuous reigns of military regimes and the challenging term of Godwin Obaseki, Edo …
Read More »The ideal parliament in a democracy
Under and by virtue of sections 4 (1) and (2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as Amended): (1) “The legislative powers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be vested in a National Assembly for the Federation which shall consist of a Senate and a …
Read More »Pope Urges Efforts To Avoid ‘Humanitarian Catastrophe’ In Gaza
Pope Francis on Wednesday called for all efforts to be made to avoid a “humanitarian catastrophe” in Gaza, and expressed concern at risk of a widening of the Hamas-Israel conflict. Advertisement “The victims are increasing and the situation in Gaza is desperate. Please do everything possible to avoid a humanitarian …
Read More »Nigeria Vows To Leverage On Ties With China To Improve Digital Space
Vice President Kashim Shettima says Nigeria will leverage its relationship with China to adopt programmes that will improve the country’s digital space. He has also assured member countries of the Belt and Road Initiative of Nigeria’s readiness to “collaborate with the group and other emerging markets to bring about a …
Read More »Reps Finance Committee To Focus On Revenue Leakages
House of Representatives Committee on Finance has said it plans to block revenue leakages in government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) as well as ensure adequate funds for government activities. Freelaews reports that the chairman of the committee, Rep James Faleke (APC-Lagos State) said this at an interactive session with …
Read More »Nigeria to Benefit N2.5tn from Blue Economy, Says Adepoju
The Acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Caroline Adepoju, has said that Nigeria could make N2.5 trillion from the ocean. Adepoju made this assertion at a one-day workshop on Blue Economy, that was organised yesterday in Port Harcourt the Rivers State’s command of NIS. Speaking on the …
Read More »Nollywood films can make more money for Nigeria than oil — Obaseki
The governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, is confident the Nollywood film industry can become a cash cow for Nigeria if stakeholders play their cards right and maximise obvious opportunities. Recommended articles Five interesting things you need to know about the production of Ijogbon [Instagram/kapmotionpictures] movies Here are 5 things …
Read More »Tinubu’s emergence as President was divinely orchestrated, says Prophet Onuoha
The General Overseer of Christ Foundation Miracle International Chapel, Prophet Josiah Onuoha, has described the emergence of Ahmed Bola Tinubu, as President of Nigeria as plan that divinely orchestrated and executed by God and not human capability. He said the prophecy and vision about the mystery behind Tinubu’s emergence was …
Read More »My girlfriend has shunned me after finding out about my bisexual porn star past
SINCE my partner discovered that I used to star in porn movies she won’t talk to me. She says she feels let down that I kept my time in the adult industry a secret, but her real issue is that I had sex with men. I’m female, 24, and my …
Read More »Stakeholders Urged To Promote Domestic Tourism
The Western Regional Director of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mr Henry Yeleduor, has called on tourism industry players to adopt efficient measures to effectively promote domestic tourism within the country. He said there was the need for key stakeholders in the tourism ecosystem to focus on packaging experiences that …
Read More »Enugu Government Makes Big Move To Transform State
The vision of our administration is to make Enugu one of the top three revenue-generating states in Nigeria, to attain a 0% poverty headcount rate, and to ensure peace and security in the sprint to grow Enugu’s economy exponentially from a $4.4bn GDP to a $30 billion GDP economy in …
Read More »FCTA, firm plan carnival to boost economic activities
The Federal Capital Territory Authority, in partnership with Platinum X Art and Media Ltd, is set to organise ‘Abuja I Believe Carnival 2023”. According to the convener of the carnival and the MD/CEO of Platinum X Art and Media Ltd, Omoefe Tawiyah, the carnival aims to promote peace, reduce crime, …
Read More »FG to introduce SGBV mobile courts
As part of efforts to address cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and other vices in the country, the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs, has disclosed its readiness to introduce mobile courts. The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, at a briefing in Abuja, on Monday, said, …
Read More »Mohbad and the complexity of an unsolved murder
The wanton passing of Afropop star, Mohbad Imole, has left many people puzzled. How could a vibrant 27-year-old suddenly die? It’s a question that has captured the attention of people worldwide, making Mohbad one of the most Googled names in 2023 so far. You didn’t need to know Mohbad while …
Read More »Voice of Nigeria journalist murdered in Zamfara
The Zamfara Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) confirmed on Wednesday the murder of Alhaji Hamisu Danjibga, the state correspondent of the Voice of Nigeria (VON). A statement issued in Gusau by the state NUJ Secretary, Ibrahim Ahmad, said that the body of the deceased was found dumped …
Read More »Why Dapo Abiodun is looking for a rerun
A few days ago I wrote a piece “Dapo Abiodun: Guilty or Not Guilty” about the Ogun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal where I tried to situate some fundamental requirements for Justice and I tried to differentiate between “judgement and justice”. ALSO READ: GEPT and Dapo Abiodun: Guilty or not …
Read More »Task before Sanwo-Olu’s new team
Almost four months after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu resumed office for a second term, a new cabinet was inaugurated just last Wednesday. The impact and importance of teamwork to produce effective governance cannot be overstated. Lagos is Nigeria’s most important state and it beggars understanding and logic why it took so …
Read More »GEPT and Dapo Abiodun: Guilty or not guilty
Since the submission of final written addresses by all parties in the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abeokuta on the 4th of September, 2023, political aides of the Governor, Mr. Dapo Abiodun have been celebrating that they have the process all wrapped up and rejoicing in expectations of a favourable …
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