Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Tinubu returns to Abuja after Saint Lucia, Brazil visits
From Saint Lucia, the President proceeded to Brazil, where he attended high-level meetings to bolster Nigeria’s economic and diplomatic relations…
Omotola announces hilarious Mukbang debut on new YouTube Channel, Redhot Concepts TV
Omotola’s venture into YouTube aligns with a growing trend of African celebrities leveraging digital platforms to connect directly with fans.
Breaking: Swiatek crushes Anisimova to claim first Wimbledon Title
Swiatek, the former world number one, overwhelmed the 13th-seeded Anisimova, who was competing in her first Grand Slam final.
Investor confidence soars as Ecobank clears $150m Eurobond early
Ecobank’s broader transformation programme appears to be yielding early results. Preliminary results for the first half of 2025 show a…
Labour Party explodes: Peter Obi’s ‘Soul and Spirit’ now in ADC
He alleged that Obi’s economic pronouncements were often “misleading and lacked depth,” pointing to a recent interview where the former…
Okpebholo orders probe, redeployment after supporters, journalists locked out
The governor further clarified, “This decision did not originate from me, nor does it reflect my values. I will never…
Lagos Commissioner votes, urges stronger local governance culture
The commissioner emphasized the critical role of local government officials in grassroots development, urging candidates and eventual winners to prioritize…
Obasa lauds peaceful conduct of Lagos LG Elections
Obasa urged eligible voters who had not yet participated to come out and vote, stressing the civic duty of all…
Clash of titans: Chelsea, PSG set for Club World Cup final showdown
The Blues, aiming for their second Club World Cup title, demonstrated strong squad depth and tactical discipline throughout the competition.
Hamzat votes in Epe, praises peaceful LG election process
Commenting on the voter turnout, the deputy governor noted, “So far, so good. It’s early to assess turnout, but it’s…
Sanwo-Olu votes, says LG elections going on smoothly, despite logistic challenges
The governor also praised the peaceful weather and the enthusiasm of voters, urging citizens to exercise their civic rights responsibly.
Mass Apathy rocks Lagos LG elections as LASIEC fumbles
In multiple locations, electoral officials arrived hours behind schedule, with many polling units not receiving ballot papers until past 10:00…
N326.4M, $480K, Luxury cars seized in massive Lagos bank fraud bust
Investigations revealed that Atus Homes Limited fraudulently received N681.2 million from 126 customer accounts, while Fav Oil & Gas Limited…
Showdown in Abuja: Suswam’s N3.1 billion fraud case nears dramatic ruling
A written address accompanying the application was served on July 10, 2025. The defense urged the court to adopt the…
All On invests $250,000 in enee.io to boost energy access in Nigeria
The company’s solutions align with All On’s mission to support scalable clean energy businesses that address Nigeria’s energy access gap.
Sanwo-Olu urges massive turnout for Lagos LG elections
To ensure a secure and credible electoral process, Sanwo-Olu announced that security agencies have been strategically deployed across polling units…
Jubilation to humiliation: Okpebholo’s fans shut out of Government House
Upon arrival, security operatives informed the crowd that only Very Important Personalities (VIPs) would be granted entry for refreshments, leaving…
How British-Nigerian Nurse Iwuh lured, raped woman in London, now to rot in jail
The victim bravely reported the assault to the Metropolitan Police that same evening using an online reporting tool. During the…
Deeper Life Rejects Surulere LG’s ₦10m ‘Insult’, secures Court control over demolished property
Kupolati noted that despite the church’s proposal for a peaceful resolution, “there was no response whatsoever from the local government,”…
Fast-Track Constitution Review Process: Ogundoyin urges National Assembly
Speaking on behalf of Speakers from all 36 State Houses of Assembly, Ogundoyin reaffirmed the commitment of state legislatures to…
Lagos reopens Purple Mall after tragic death sparks uproar
Wahab acknowledged the public outcry that followed the incident, particularly on social media, where accusations were directed at regulatory bodies…
Lagosians and the Coming Local Government Elections
Coming into this year’s election, the Lagos LASIEC is better positioned with stronger systems, deeper reforms, and bold new steps…
Troops gun down 24 Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters in Borno, Adamawa
Later that night, troops intercepted and gunned down two insurgents transporting logistics in Kawuri, Konduga Local Government Area, with additional…
Nigerian Stock Market on fire: Investors pocket ₦212 billion in one day
The session ended with a strong market breadth, as 60 stocks recorded gains while 21 closed in the red. Leading…
NABTEB bombshell: Over 60% fail 2025 Federal Technical Colleges entrance exam
Of this number, 9,389 candidates, representing 39 percent, scored 50 percent and above. Just 316 candidates, or 1.31 percent, attained…
EFCC probes Indian passenger over undeclared $29,000 intercepted at Lagos Airport
He added that the money, the suspect’s passport, and accompanying documents had been formally handed to the EFCC for further…
Global beverage giants slam WHO over ‘useless’ Sugar Tax push
This concern was expressed by the Executive Director of the International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA), Kate Loatman, in a…
U.S. cracks down on Iran’s secret Oil Empire with sweeping sanctions
The sanctions, enacted under the counterterrorism authority of Executive Order 13224 (as amended), focus on a sophisticated “shadow banking” system…
ADC shakes up Nigeria’s political landscape with new State Chairmen unveiled
The announcement, made by the party's National Secretariat, aims to enhance coordination and leadership at the state level as the…
Dangote Refinery slashes Petrol price again, second reduction in nine days
The successive price adjustments aim to lower the cost at which fuel marketers procure petrol, potentially reducing retail pump prices…