Author: Binta Agboola

Aloy Ejimakor, lead counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, has expressed concerns over the IPOB leader’s well-being, citing the Department of State Services (DSS) facility’s inadequacy in caring for sick detainees. Ejimakor noted that Kanu’s poor health could be fatal if not properly managed, emphasizing that the DSS facility is not suitable for anyone, let alone Kanu. “Kanu’s health and well-being are a constant factor, and his poor health, if not well handled, can be fatal,” Ejimakor said. He criticized the DSS’s hostile attitude towards detainees, stating, “The DSS detention facility lacks facilities to care for sick detainees… its institutional attitude towards…

Nigerian music sensation, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has left fans wondering about his marital status after a recent revelation. While performing at an event, Wizkid told a female fan to keep her distance, claiming he’s a married man. “Baby, I am a married man, don’t come close to me. I am married. My kids are at home,” he said in a viral clip. The singer has been in a long-term relationship with Jada Pollock, his baby mama and manager. Their relationship became public in 2017 after welcoming their first son, Zion, followed by another son, AJ. Recently, speculation…

Manchester City has made history by equalling Manchester United’s record for the longest unbeaten run in UEFA Champions League history. Pep Guardiola’s side achieved this feat after thrashing Slovan Bratislava 4-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday. This victory brings their unbeaten tally to 25 games, matching Manchester United’s record set between 2007 and 2009. Before the match, Manchester City trailed Manchester United by one game on the leaderboard. However, goals from Ilkay Gundogan, Phil Foden, Erling Haaland, and James McAtee secured the crucial win, tying the record. Manchester City now has the opportunity to break the record when they…

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, national leader and presidential flagbearer of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has made scathing remarks about the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Kwankwaso described the PDP as a “dead party” during the NNPP’s National Executive Committee meeting on Monday. He recalled his previous statement in Katsina State, where he said the PDP was broken into pieces and imploding. “I’m sure when I was making that statement, many of them did not see what was happening today… now I believe they will agree with all of us that the party…

In a landmark ceremony held at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, President Bola Tinubu swore in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the 23rd substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). This significant milestone marks Kekere-Ekun’s confirmation by the Senate on September 25, 2024. Justice Kekere-Ekun succeeds Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who retired on August 22, 2024, after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 70 years. Notably, Kekere-Ekun had previously taken the oath of office in an acting capacity on August 23, 2024. The swearing-in ceremony was graced by three of Kekere-Ekun’s predecessors, including Justice Aloma Mukhtar, the first female CJN,…

The Nigerian Army has dealt significant blows to terrorist groups across the country, neutralizing eight terrorists and rescuing 40 abducted individuals in a series of coordinated operations. These recent successes have tightened the noose around unrepentant terrorists and their collaborators, according to an official Army post. In Nasarawa State, troops conducted a strategic stop-and-search operation along the Lafia-Keffi Road on September 28, arresting a notorious arms courier with 303 live rounds of 7.62mm ammunition. Further investigations are ongoing to apprehend accomplices. In Kaduna State, precision strikes eliminated one terrorist in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. Additional engagements in Ankwa village,…

In a strategic move to ease pressure on Nigeria’s road networks, Dangote Group has announced plans to transport refined petroleum products by sea. This development is expected to facilitate exports to other African countries, while also reducing congestion on the nation’s highways. Fatima Wali-Abdurrahman, Senior Adviser to the Group President on Special Projects and Strategic Relations, disclosed that the company has constructed a jetty in the Lekki Free Zone to handle bulk cargoes during the refinery’s development. “Today, we are exporting our products to many African countries through the seaport. We also plan to ease the pressure on the roads…

A devastating incident occurred last Sunday at a church in Ibadan, Oyo State, leaving five people dead and dozens hospitalized after consuming food at a feast. The Oyo State Ministry of Health and relevant stakeholders have been informed, and an investigation has commenced to determine the cause of the deaths. Public Relations Officer of the State Police Command, Adewale Osifeso, confirmed that an investigation is ongoing. “Investigation is ongoing. Updates would be provided accordingly, please,” Osifeso stated. The feast was part of the church’s traditional events, and scores of worshippers ate from the prepared food. Unfortunately, five people lost their…

The Rwandan government has confirmed cases of Marburg virus disease, a highly infectious hemorrhagic fever similar to Ebola, in a few patients across health facilities nationwide. The virus is primarily spread through direct contact with infected bodily fluids and surfaces, as well as fruit bats. Symptoms of Marburg virus disease include high fever, strong headaches, vomiting, muscle aches, and stomach aches. Anyone experiencing these symptoms is urged to contact the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) on 114 or visit the nearest health facility. To combat the outbreak, the Rwandan health ministry has implemented enhanced preventive measures in all health facilities, including:…

Akwa Ibom State was thrown into mourning yesterday as news broke of the passing of the First Lady, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Pastor Umo Eno. Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, announced the sad news in a statement titled “Unexpected Sunset”, revealing that Mrs. Eno died at a hospital on September 26, 2024, surrounded by family members. In the statement, the family said: “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the Wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, following an illness.” “She passed away peacefully…