February 15, 2025
Rivers Community Protests Fresh Oil Spill At Shell Manifold
The people of Ogale Community in Eleme local government area of Rivers State have staged a peaceful protest following fresh oil spill, which occured at a manifold operated by Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited in the community. The multinational oil company had already acknowledged that the spill, which occurred a fortnight ago, happened while its […]
Students Demand Inclusion In NELFUND’s Decision-making
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called for student representation in the scheduled Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) board meetings. The students expressed the demand in a letter addressed to the Managing Director of NELFUND and its board chairman, Mr. Jim Ovia. The letter, titled “Final Demand for Students’ Representation in the Scheduled […]
‘For privacy reasons’ — Canadian high commission refuses to comment on CDS visa denial
The Canadian high commission in Nigeria says it will not comment on the circumstances around its visa denial to Christopher Musa, chief of defence staff (CDS). While speaking at a public gathering in Abuja on Thursday, the nation’s capital, the CDS said the Canadian high commission denied him and other top military officers visas to […]
BREAKING: APC Thugs Attack Sowore, Crew Members, Journalists At Lagos City Marathon
Human rights activist and convener of #RevolutionNow Movement, Omoyele Sowore, was on Saturday morning attacked by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) thugs at the ongoing Lagos City Marathon. Sowore, a former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), was brutally attacked by the APC thugs alongside his crew members while participating in the […]
Gaza: Israel, Hamas exchange 3 Israeli hostages, 369 Palestinian prisoners
Three Israeli hostages—Iair Horn, Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Sasha (Alexander) Troufanov—were freed in Gaza on Saturday. This came as Israel began releasing some 369 Palestinian prisoners and detainees in exchange, after mediators helped avert a ceasefire collapse. Live footage showed the three Israelis being led onto a stage in Khan Younis, flanked by Palestinian Hamas militants […]
How my children saved me from depression – Actress Bukky Wright
Bukky Wright, a popular Nollywood actress, has spoken up about how her children helped her get over a period of depression. Speaking in an interview with Teju Babyface, the actress praised her children for stepping in when it mattered most, describing them as “the pillars of my life.” She said: “Let me say that there […]
FG To Provide Incentives For Local Manufacturers
Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, John Enoh, has assured of President Bola Tinubu’s administration readiness to provide the necessary support and incentives to address the numerous challenges facing key industries in Nigeria to unleash the industrial revolution drive. Enoh gave this assurance at the commencement of the Southwest leg of the nationwide […]
Stakeholders Differ On Proposed 12-year Education System
The federal government’s proposal to adopt a 12-year education system has sparked mixed reactions from stakeholders in the country. While some believe the change will enhance the quality of education and better prepare students for the future, others have raised concerns about its impact on the existing educational structure. At the 2025 Extraordinary National Council […]
Champions League play-off: Confusion over new format as teams battle for last-16 spots
For the first time in the history of the UEFA Champions League, there were Round of 16 play-off ties this midweek. The competition underwent a big revamp ahead of the 2024/25 season, with the total number of teams increased from 32 to 36. The biggest change saw a change from the usual group stage to […]
Zicsaloma reveals his reason for nose surgery
Popular Nigerian skit maker Zicsaloma has finally spoken about why he underwent rhinoplasty, a surgical procedure that reconstructs or repairs the nose. Zicsaloma underwent the surgery in January 2025 to reshape his nose. After the procedure in Turkey, he has been sharing videos of his post-operation journey. Reacting to criticism from social media users for […]