Author: Opeyemi Ogabi

American rapper 50 Cent has finally broken his silence on the mounting sex trafficking and rape allegations against his longtime rival, Sean “Diddy” Combs. In an exclusive interview with People, 50 Cent shared his thoughts on the controversy. Diddy is currently facing multiple sexual assault and rape charges, including allegations of raping a 13-year-old girl. Federal agents arrested him at a Manhattan hotel following a grand jury indictment. This development marks the second batch of sexual assault lawsuits against the embattled rapper. When asked about Diddy’s allegations, 50 Cent stated, “Look, it seems like I’m doing some extremely outrageous things,…

The United States presidential election is entering its final stretch, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump intensifying their campaigns in critical swing states. Harris was scheduled to appear at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, and later attend a “Souls to the Polls” voter mobilization event ¹. Meanwhile, Trump held a campaign town hall in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Both candidates brought in star power to energize their campaigns. Harris was joined by pop stars Lizzo and Usher at rallies in Detroit and Atlanta, respectively. She seized the opportunity to portray Trump as exhausted and…

A daring robbery attempt in Anambra, Awka took an unexpected turn on Sunday morning when security operatives gunned down one member of a three-man gang. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. as residents were heading to church. A victim, who wished to remain anonymous, recounted the harrowing experience. “I was coming back from work, and another girl who was going to church just came out of their lodge gate when the three men approached us and started asking what we had in our bags.” The robbers stole her phone and other items, but their getaway was thwarted when the girl…

A devastating act of vandalism has plunged parts of Kano and Kaduna states into darkness, as two major electricity towers belonging to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) were destroyed. The affected towers, T133 and T136, are located along the 330-kilovolt Shiroro-Kaduna lines 1 and 2. According to Ndidi Mbah, spokesperson for TCN, the company is working tirelessly to restore power to the region. “Arrangements are in top gear to deploy the newly procured ’emergency restoration system’ to the site, pending the reconstruction of the damaged towers,” Mbah stated. Interim measures have been put in place to supply bulk power…

The Nigerian naira’s struggles in the foreign exchange market persist, with a significant loss of N106.7 against the dollar in just 48 hours. This decline is attributed to a decrease in FX supply, which led to the naira dropping to N1659.69 per dollar on Wednesday, a N0.72 loss from Tuesday’s rate of N1658.97. *Naira’s Performance This Week* – Monday: Gained against the dollar – Tuesday: Dropped significantly by N106.05 – Wednesday: Further weakened, losing N0.72 The World Bank reports that the naira is among the worst-performing currencies in Africa, underscoring the need for urgent intervention ¹. Despite efforts by the…

Bode George, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has made explosive claims about President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In an interview on Arise TV’s Morning Show, George revealed that Tinubu sent his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, to beg him not to leave Nigeria after Tinubu’s emergence as president. George claimed that Tinubu’s team was trying to pacify him because they had wronged him in the past. This comes after George threatened to vacate Nigeria if Tinubu won the 2023 presidential election. George also addressed the ongoing crisis within the PDP, particularly between Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,…

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released its Consumer Price Index and Inflation report for September 2024, revealing a 0.55% increase in headline inflation from August’s 32.15%. This surge is largely attributed to the recent hike in petrol prices. *Key Highlights:* – _Headline Inflation Rate:_ 32.70% in September 2024, up from 32.15% in August 2024 – _Year-on-Year Basis:_ 5.98 percentage points higher than September 2023’s 26.72% – _Month-on-Month Basis:_ 2.52% in September 2024, 0.30% higher than August 2024’s 2.22% – _Food Inflation:_ 37.77% in September, up from 37.52% in August 2024 According to the NBS report, “This means that…

The Libya Football Federation (LFF) has issued a statement addressing the controversy surrounding the Nigeria national team’s 15-hour ordeal at Al Abraq Airport. In a lengthy statement released on X, the LFF denied allegations of foul play or sabotage, citing routine air traffic control protocols, security checks, and logistical challenges as contributing factors. “We are deeply concerned about the recent reports surrounding the diversion of the Nigerian national team’s flight ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya,” the statement read. The LFF emphasized that such incidents are not uncommon, stating, “These are standard procedures at airports worldwide,…

The management of Air Peace has issued a statement addressing the recent fraud charges brought against its CEO, Allen Onyema, and CFO, Ejiro Eghagha, by the U.S. Department of Justice. The airline acknowledged that the matter is currently in court and emphasized that the charges are mere allegations, not convictions. The charges stem from earlier accusations of financial misdeeds that date back several years. Air Peace reassured the public that their legal team is actively engaged in the matter, working to ensure that justice prevails. “We remain confident that, through due process, the truth will be revealed and our CEO…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State has kicked off its state congress, determined to reestablish itself as a formidable force and reclaim power in the 2027 elections. Senator Bello Hayyatu Gwarzo, the party’s Northwest Zonal National Vice Chairman, expressed confidence in the party’s triumph, citing its solid foundation and unity. Gwarzo emphasized the importance of a united party, stating, “We are trying to create a solid foundation that will revive the party in the state and across the nation. We want to ensure all hands are on deck, which will guarantee our victory in the forthcoming elections to…