January 2, 2025
Ex-Minister Gwarzo Hails Tinubu Over ‘Bold Decisions’ To Reposition Nigeria
The immediate-past Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his ‘bold leadership and necessary steps’ to reposition Nigeria across every facet of life. Gwarzo noted that from economic reforms to critical measures aimed at tackling security challenges, he has been deeply impressed by the […]
Wizkid makes history, hits 8 billion streams on Spotify
Popular Afrobeats singer Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid has become the first African artist to surpass 8 billion Spotify streams. The 8 billion streams contain both leads and features. His collaboration with Canadian artist Drake, ‘One Dance’ is his most streamed song on the site, with over 2 billion views. ‘One Dance’ holds the […]
Nigeria Is On Right Path To Economic Recovery, Sustainable Growth – Alli
Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has extended his heartfelt wishes to Nigerians as they enter the New Year, expressing optimism about a brighter and more prosperous future for the nation. Alli, who lauded the resilience and determination of Nigerians in overcoming challenges and building a stronger nation, […]
Bafarawa Laments Turji’s Attack On His Village
True to his threat, notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, has begin to unleash mayhem on villages around his camp, hours before the ultimatum he gave, demanding release of his ally, Bako Wurgi, arrested by security agents. Former Governor of Sokoto State, Alhaji Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, who disclosed this to newsmen, urged the authorities to take […]
Lookman Makes Serie A Team Of The Year
Ademola Lookman has been included in the Serie A Team of the Year following his impressive performance last year. The Team of the Year was compiled by whoscored.com with Lookman the only Atalanta player who made the cut. Other players who were also included are Inter Milan’s trio, Federico Dimarco, Marcus Thuram and Hakan Calhanoglo […]
Poor Welfare Conditions Chasing Young Nigerians Away From Lecturing – ASUU
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said that the poor welfare conditions of public university lecturers are making qualified people reluctant to take up jobs in the university system. Chairman of the University of Ibadan chapter of the union, Professor Ayo Akinwole, who stated this in a New Year message, said that the […]
Super Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali’s Mother Dies Weeks After Father’s Death
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has again been thrown into mourning with the demise of his mother, hardly a month after the death of his father. The bereaved Nwabali took to social media on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, to announce the devastating news. The heartbroken Chippa United in South Africa’s Premier Soccer League player, in […]
First babies of the year get N1.4m, other gifts from Otti’s wife
The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Otti has celebrated the first baby of the year in the State, Master Chiudo Favour, alongside three other newborns during her visit to the Aba South Primary Health Care Center. During the visit on Wednesday, Mrs Otti presented N500,000 to Master Favour and N300,000 each […]
BREAKING: Anglican Archbishop, driver released after one month in kidnappers’ den
The kidnapped senior Anglican cleric, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala has been freed. Archbishop Okpala was set free alongside his driver. He confirmed his freedom in a post on his Facebook page, Thursday morning. The clergyman simply wrote: “Praise the Lord!” Hundreds of reactions followed immediately, thanking God for his freedom. DAILY POST reports that […]