Monday, July 31, 2023

Governor Fintiri relaxes curfew to 12 hours

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa state has relaxed the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on the state by 12 hours.

ECOWAS imposes no flight zone on Niger Republic

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has enforced a no-flight zone over the country, in response to the military coup in the West African nation. 

Nigeria Draw Ireland 0-0, Qualify For Knock Out Stage

The Super Falcons has qualified for the knock stage of the Women's World Cup.

NLC insists on going on a protest on Wednesday August 2

The Nigeria Labour Congress insists it will be going ahead with its August 2, 2023 nationwide protest.

MI Not On Same Level With Any Rapper In The World – Ice Prince

Nigerian rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has stated that his colleague, M.I. Abaga is among the greatest rappers in the world. 

My policies are yielding positive results - President Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said the policies his administration has introduced since its inception on May 29, 2023, are yielding positive results.

Actress Michelle Yeoh marries partner Jean Todt nearly 20 years after he proposed

Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh has married her longtime partner Jean Todt in a ceremony in Switzerland – nearly two decades after the French businessman proposed to her.

We Will Defend Our Homeland – Niger Coup Plotters Warn ECOWAS Against Use Of Military Force

The military who executed a coup in Niger Republic has issued a stern warning to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) against sending troops to the country to force them to relinquish power to President Mohamed Bazoum. 

Over 2,000 Nigerian girls stranded in Mali – NAPTIP

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons says information at its disposal indicates that over 2,000 trafficked Nigerian girls are currently stranded in Mali. 

Bianca Ojukwu wins legal battle over late husband estate

A Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja has delivered judgment in the long-drawn litigation over the management and control of some of the assets of Ojukwu Transport Ltd, OTL, in favour of Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, widow of the late Igbo leader, Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, and her two children.

Davido replies troll who asked when he intends to sell out a stadium as Wizkid did

Highly celebrated Afrobeat singer, Davido Adeleke trades words with a troll who quizzed him about his plans to sell out a stadium just as his colleague, Wizkid did. 

ECOWAS gives Niger’s military one week to reinstate Bazoum

Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS on Sunday July 30, in Abuja called for the immediate release and reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State and Government of the Republic of Niger. 

Open Heaven 31 July 2023 Monday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: Overcoming Lusts And Temptations [31 Monday, July 2023] 

  MEMORISE: “Abstain from all appearance of evil.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:22 (KJV) 

Friday, July 28, 2023

Nigerian Pastor And His Wife Welcome Their First Child After 22 years Of Marriage

A Port Harcourt-based clergyman, Kontienbo Anderson, and his wife, Joy Anderson, are elated as they welcome their first child after 22 years of waiting.

Subsidy removal: You’ve endured. Persevere a little bit more - President Tinubu tells Nigerians

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to persevere in the face of hardship occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy.

Aso ebi Friday: Stunning Lace and Ankara Style Look Book

Hello Spicers! Fashion designers are doing a very awesome job by pushing themselves to create wonderful styles that we just love every time. 

#BBNaija Allstars: You’re Slutshaming Someone When Everyone Knows Your Hustling Spot - Christy O Slams Tolanibaj Over Rift With Ilebaye

BBNaija Level Up housemate, Christy O has dragged Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Tolanibaj, for slutshaming Ilebaye during an exchange last night. 

CAC to delist 100,000 companies from database

The Corporate Affairs Commission has said it will remove 100,000 registered companies from its database soon.

Nigerian Comedian Gets Car Gift After Attempting To Break Guinness World Record

A Nigerian comedian, MC Walter has received a car gift from the Ebonyi state government after he completed a 130-hour entertainment marathon in Abakaliki. 

Nasir El-Rufai’s ministerial nomination is a tragedy - Shehu Sani

Senator Shehu Sani has described the inclusion of former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the ministerial list as a tragedy.

FG approves N25, 000 allowances for doctors

As part of measures to resolve the ongoing strike by members of the National Association of Resident Doctors, the Federal Government has approved the payment of twenty-five thousand naira (N25,000) peculiar allowance for medical and dental doctors in hospitals, medical centres and clinics in the federal public service.

Diphtheria: Panic As 130 People Are Hospitalised In Kano, States Begin Immunisation

Three treatment centres have been established by the Kano State government as the cases of diphtheria in the state surged beyond 130, The PUNCH reports. 

Genevieve Nnaji makes quiet return to Instagram with breathtaking selfie

Prominent movie star Genevieve Nnaji has returned to social media to share an ageless, beautiful new selfie photo of herself. 

I was under immunity when I made comment about influencing my wife’s decisions as Court of Appeal President - Bulkachuwa

Former Bauchi Senator, Adamu Bulkachuwa, has reiterated that the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) lacks the powers to investigate him over comments he made during the valedictory session of the ninth national assembly. 

Cute Abiola to be prosecuted for wearing police uniform in skit

The Nigeria Police Force has said it would punish skitmaker Abdulgafar Ahmad aka Cute Abiola for wearing a police uniform in his skits and for desecrating the Nigeria Police Force uniform in the process. 

Open Heaven 28 July 2023 Friday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: God Seekers 2 [28 Friday, July 2023] 

  MEMORISE: “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” – Hebrews 11:6 (KJV) 

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Actress, Linda Osifo Celebrates 32nd Birthday With Stunning Photos

Nollywood ctress, Linda Osifo is celebrating her 32nd birthday today, July 27, 2023. 

Court strikes out DSS suit seeking to keep Emefiele in Detention

Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja today July 27 struck out an application filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) seeking a 14-day extended detention order for the suspended Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele.

Bride allegedly cuts off her husband's manhood with razor on wedding night in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested a bride, Tinene Isa, for allegedly cutting off her husband's penis with a razor on their wedding night.

Nigeria's Super Falcons grab a 3-2 win over Australia

Nigeria's Super Falcons have delivered one of the biggest wins of the ongoing Women's World Cup by grabbing a 3-2 win over co-host of the competition, Australia. 

Keep your militia away from Southeast– IPOB warns Asari Dokubo

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has warned, Asari Dokubo to keep his newly formed militia group away from the South East or face the wrath of the pro-Biafra group.

Cattle Rearing: Terrorists Kill 21 Fulani Herdsmen For Ignoring Their Warning In Borno

As many as 21 herdsmen have been killed by the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) fighters, Vanguard reports. 

Actor Muyiwa Ademola grateful as he celebrates his twins

Veteran Nollywood actor, Muyiwa Ademola has expressed his gratitude as he appreciates those who joined him to celebrate his sons’ birthday. 

Bandits break walls to abduct nursing mother, her 14-year-old son and four young women in Zamfara

Bandits have abducted a nursing mother, her 14-year-old son and four young women in Zamfara State.

Actress Omoni Oboli sweetly celebrates son as he turns 20

Nollywood actress, Omoni Oboli is celebrating her son, Gozi Oboli as he turns 20 today. 

Fuel Subsidy: Nigerians Lost Peace of Mind On May 29 - NLC Laments

The Nigeria Labour Congress has lamented the hardship in the country. Speaking on Wednesday, NLC said Nigerians lost their peace of mind following the “Subsidy is gone” comment made by President Bola Tinubu during his May 29, 2023, inauguration.

Niger soldiers announce coup and President Mohamed Bazoum removal on national TV

Niger soldiers went on television early Thursday morning, July 27 to say they had removed President Mohamed Bazoum from power several hours after the presidential guard had barricaded the pro-western leader in his residence.

Police burst child trafficking syndicate in Benue, arrest four suspects and rescue stolen child

The Benue State Police Command has arrested some members of a syndicate of suspected child traffickers operating around the Internally Displaced Persons camp at Northbank and other areas of Makurdi.

Open Heaven 27 July 2023 Thursday Daily Devotional By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

TOPIC: God Seekers 1 [27 Thursday, July 2023] 

  MEMORISE: “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.” – Psalm 42:1 (KJV) 

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Actor Kunle Afod pens sweet birthday note to his wife, Desola

Nollywood actor and movie producer, Kunle Afod is celebrating his wife, Desola Afod as she turns 41.

Tuition Remains Free In Federal Universities - Presidency

The Presidency has said reports of hike in tuition fee is untrue. Speaking on Wednesday, the Presidency said despite the hike in ancillary fees at several universities nationwide, tuition remains free in federal universities.

FG uncovers 1,617 civil servants with fake employment letters

Folashade Yemi-Esan, the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, has made a new revelation. 

Actor Junior Pope and wife celebrate 9th wedding anniversary

Nollywood actor, Junior Pope and his wife, Jennifer are celebrating their 9th wedding anniversary today. 

Truck crushes Ogun monarch to death inside commercial tricycle

A traditional ruler, Olu of Onibuku in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Abraham Olusegun Bankole, was crushed to death by a truck. 

Christians who watch #BBNaija shouldn't be criticized - Joshua Bamiloye

Joshua Bamiloye, son of Mount Zion Film founder Mike Bamiloye, has explained why he feels Christians watching Big Brother Naija shouldn't be criticized.

NLC issues nationwide strike notice

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to reverse all perceived anti-poor policies including the recent hike in the pump price of petrol or face an indefinite nationwide strike from August 2.

Actress Yetunde Barnabas celebrates daughter’s first birthday with lovely photos

Gemma Olayinka, the daughter of Nollywood actress, Yetunde Barnabas and footballer, Peters Olayinka is One today.

CBN Raises Interest Rate to 18.75%

Central Bank of Nigeria's Monetary Policy Committee has raised the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 18.75 per cent.

Woman slips and plunges 100ft to her death moments after getting engaged

A newly engaged woman plummeted 100ft to her death just moments after her husband-to-be asked her to marry him. 

Resident Doctors embark on Indefinite strike

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) on Tuesday night, July 25, declared an indefinite nationwide strike.