Nigerian singer D’banj has paid an emotional tribute to his late son, Daniel D3rd, expressing how much he misses him and revealing that his family has found a safe space to heal from their loss. The music star shared the message on his X account on Thursday, October 29, 2026, alongside photographs capturing moments with…
Fresh concerns have emerged over allegations that some plantain chips vendors melt polyethylene, commonly known as nylon or polythene in Nigeria, into hot cooking oil to make their products crunchier. The claim has renewed food safety concerns among consumers, particularly following a similar allegation that went viral in Nigeria in 2024 and prompted an investigation…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the Federal Government to pay closer attention toNigerians’ concerns about ongoing economic reforms, stressing that public confidence depends on clearcommunication, credible evidence of progress and responsiveness to citizens’ experiences. Shettima made the remarks on Thursday at The Duke’s Masterclass 2026, held at Transcorp Hilton inAbuja. He was represented…
Nigerian international striker Taiwo Awoniyi has won the Beyond the Pitch Award at the 2026 Best of Africa Awards in London, in recognition of his philanthropic initiatives and contributions to grassroots football development in Nigeria. The award, presented in partnership with the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA), honours players who make meaningful contributions to society beyond…
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to amend Nigeria’s law on the transfer of convicted offenders to enable the country to implement prisoner-transfer agreements with nations outside the Commonwealth. The President transmitted the Transfer of Convicted Offenders (Enactment and Enforcement) Amendment Bill, 2026, to the Senate for consideration. Senate President Godswill Akpabio read Tinubu’s…
The Federal Government has paid N1.23 trillion out of the N3.3 trillion debt owed to electricitygeneration companies (GenCos), Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe has disclosed. Tegbe made the disclosure while briefing State House correspondents shortly after Wednesday’sFederal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber of theState House in Abuja….
Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has said pursuing a solo career after P-Square’s split was less stressful because he was already responsible for much of the group’s music production and songwriting. The singer made the remarks during an interview with Luna Lifestyle TV on YouTube, where he discussed his transition from performing…
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has told Rivers State voters that former Vice PresidentAtiku Abubakar cannot be trusted, describing him as inconsistent in his words and actions. Wike made the remarks on Tuesday at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt during the unveilingof candidates backed by his Rainbow Coalition for the 2027 general…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said the state ranks third in Nigeria’s ease of doing businessranking, crediting the achievement to deliberate policies and sustained investments in economicinfrastructure. Makinde made the disclosure on Tuesday at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Oyo State InternationalTrade Fair, held at the Permanent Trade Fair Complex in Samonda, Ibadan….
Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has apologised to fans after the Cardiff leg of his AY Live: Single and Not Searching UK tour was disrupted, leaving ticket holders disappointed. The show, scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Valegate Retail Park in Cardiff, Wales, reportedly faced hours of delays and…
