Written by Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has defended his push for a non-kinetic approach to insecurity in Nigeria, saying he will lead the calls for the release of the convicted leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, if the latter shows remorse. Kanu was convicted of seven counts of terrorism by the … Continue reading “I’ll Champion Nnamdi Kanu’s Release If He Shows Remorse, Says Gumi”
The senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has taken a swipe at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying he lacks the capacity to fix Nigeria. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, the ex-Edo State Governor mocked Atiku. He claimed the former VP’s … Continue reading “Oshiomhole Mocks Atiku’s Defection To ADC, Says He Can’t Fix Nigeria”
Resurgent jihadist attacks and instability in northern Nigeria are pushing hunger to unprecedented levels with thousands facing “famine-like conditions”, the World Food Programme (WFP) said on Tuesday. Nearly 35 million people in northern Nigeria are “projected to face severe food insecurity during the 2026 lean season”, which stretches from May to September, the UN … Continue reading “Terrorist Attacks Fuel Record Hunger In Nigeria’s Volatile North — UN”
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane returns to north London on Wednesday to face old rivals Arsenal, arguably in the best form of his career after dropping into a deeper position. Always a consistent goalscorer, the England captain has become a more complete player at Bayern, shouldering more creative and defensive duties. The 32-year-old’s form … Continue reading “Kane Relishing New Bayern Role Before Arsenal Clash”
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has warned against unauthorised gas retail operations across the country, stating that the Federal Government would not hesitate to take action against them. The warning comes on the heels of the reported gas explosion incident at the Biodun Alaadun area of Ona Ara local … Continue reading “Ibadan Explosion: Illegal Gas Operators Must Immediately Vacate Sector, FG Warns”
Actor Daddy Billy has recounted his last moment with his colleague, Odira Nwobu, who passed away in South Africa in the early hours of Monday, November 24. In a video recorded and shared on social media, Billy saidIt is unfortunate that he struggled for his life. Three days ago, Odira had that attack where the heart … Continue reading “He suffered palpitation three days before his de@th and was on BP medication which he did not take on Sunday- actor recounts last hours of Nollywood actor Odira Nwobu before his sudden demise in South Africa”
A man has revealed the profound advice his father gave to a man who was concerned that he has daughters but no son. The X user said the concerned man expressed fears that his name would d!e after him since there was no son to carry on his legacy. However, the X user said his father told … Continue reading “Man reveals advice his father gave to a man lamenting that he has no sons to carry on his legacy”
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, says he will lead the calls for the release of the convicted leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, if the latter shows remorse. Last Thursday, Kanu was convicted of seven counts of terrorism by the Federal High Court in Abuja and sentenced to life imprisonment. In a chat … Continue reading “Ill champion Kanu’s release if he shows remorse- Sheik Gumi”
A United States District Court in Maryland, Baltimore has sentenced a 29-year-old Nigerian national, Temitope Bashua, to 30 months in prison, followed by two years of supervised release, for his involvement in a scam related to unemployment insurance benefits. Judge Stephanie A. Gallagher handed down the sentence on November 20, 2025 after Bashua admitted his role … Continue reading “Nigerian man sentenced for $290K COVID-19 fraud scheme in US”
Reno Omokri is of the opinion that leader of the proscribed secessionist group, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, could have used his popularity wisely to effect the change he desired so much for the South East region. In a post shared on Instagram, Omokri opined that Kanu could have used his popularity to start a political party to … Continue reading “Nnamdi Kanu could have used his popularity to start a political party to elect governors and senators- Reno Omokri”