April 8, 2024
Total solar eclipse hits Mexico, US, Canada
A frenzy of eclipse excitement swept across North America on Monday, captivating tens of millions of people with a mesmerizing celestial display that presented rare opportunities for both commerce and science, not to mention an excuse for celebration. The Moon’s shadow cast the Pacific coast of Mexico into complete darkness at 11:07 am local time […]
Ogun gov appoints Onasanya as Head of service
The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has sanctioned the appointment of Mr. Kehinde Onasanya as the new Head of Service for the state. This announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi. The statement highlighted that Onasanya succeeds Mr. Kolawole Fagbohun, who retired […]
JUST IN: No new moon seen, Sultan declares Wednesday Eid-el-Fitr
The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Wednesday, April 10, as the day of Eid-Fitri. Sultan, who is the President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, said the decision followed the report of National Moon Sighting Committees across the country confirming no sighting of the new moon A statement signed by the Chairman, […]
What you need to know about new Edo Deputy Governor
Engr. Marvellous Omobayo Godwins, born on July 19, 1986, in the Akoko Edo local government area of Edo State, began his professional journey uniquely, which positions him for this pivotal role. A holder of a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University […]
Court stops Secondus from attending PDP NEC, BoT meetings
A Federal High Court in Abuja has stopped a former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Uche Secondus, from participating in the party’s meetings pending the determination of a motion on notice. Also, the National Chairman, Secretary of the Party, National Executive Council, and Board of Trustees were ordered not to allow Secondus to attend […]
Ramadan: Tinubu’s supporters distribute 50,000 food boxes to poor Nigerians
A coalition of youth support groups endorsing President Bola Tinubu has initiated the distribution of 50,000 family food boxes to vulnerable Nigerians nationwide during Ramadan. This collaborative effort, as stated in a Monday announcement, involves the Minister and Minister of State for Youth, six Senior Special Assistants to the President on Community Engagement, the Executive […]
Jenifa’s Diary actress Adejumoke Aderounmu is dead
Adejumoke Oreoluwa Aderounmu, renowned for her portrayal of ‘Esther’ in the popular TV series Jenifa’s Diary, has passed away. The 40-year-old actress reportedly died in the early hours of Saturday, as confirmed by a family member on social media. The cause of her death remains undisclosed at this time. However, it has been reported on […]
FCT: Police arrest alleged armed robbery kingpin, Chukwuemeka Oputa, 4 others
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended Chukwuemeka Oputa, also known as ‘Pounds and Dollar’, from Umuaka, Njaba, Imo State, purportedly the ringleader of a gang linked to numerous armed robberies and criminal activities in the nation’s capital. According to SP Josephine Adeh, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, the arrest took place […]
‘Grave offences’: Pope Francis condemns abortion, surrogacy
Pope Francis has strongly condemned abortion and the practice of surrogate motherhood as serious violations of human dignity. In a set of principles released by the Vatican on Monday, the leader of the Catholic Church also criticized gender reassignment and gender theory. The Pope asserted that gender theory undermines the inherent dignity bestowed upon humans […]
Two feared killed as men in military uniform kidnaps Jackrich
…he was arrested by other security agencies – Police Men disguised in military uniforms have apprehended Ambassador Sobomabo Jackrich, the National Rescue Movement candidate in the 2023 elections in Rivers State. He was taken from his residence in Usokun, Degema Local Government Area, on Monday morning and transported to an undisclosed location. According to George […]