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The Nigerian entertainment industry, fondly known as Nollywood, is once again cloaked in grief as it mourns the passing of Ozor Luke Odonwodo, the beloved father of the late actor Junior Pope (John Paul Odonwodo). This somber news, reported on May 22, 2025, comes just a year after the tragic death of Junior Pope in…
On May 22, 2025, the quiet community of Odo-Ape in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria, was thrust into a state of fear and uncertainty. In the early hours of the morning, around 1 a.m., a group of armed gunmen stormed the home of 76-year-old retired military officer Major Josiah Ajayi, abducting him…
The Nigerian political landscape is once again heating up as the 2027 presidential election looms on the horizon. A recent statement attributed to Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, has sent ripples through the nation’s political circles. At the Arewa TechFest in Katsina on May 21, 2025, El-Rufai reportedly declared, “We will remove…
In the ever-evolving landscape of Nigerian politics, rumors and allegations often swirl, capturing public attention and sparking heated debates. One such claim recently made headlines, alleging that Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate and a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, held a clandestine meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Rome to discuss…
The Nigerian education sector has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s aspirations for growth and development. However, a recent statement by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has brought a pressing issue into sharp focus: 85% of Nigerian students sent abroad on government scholarships do not return to contribute to the nation’s progress….
In a significant stride toward safeguarding public health, the Nigerian Senate has taken a firm stance against the dangerous practice of using harmful chemicals, such as calcium carbide, to artificially ripen fruits. On May 21, 2025, the Senate, led by Senator Anthony Okorie Ani (Ebonyi South), passed a resolution to amend existing laws to criminalize…
On May 21, 2025, the Nigerian socio-political landscape was shaken by news that Hamdiyya Sidi Sharif, an 18-year-old activist and vocal critic of Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, was found in critical condition at Bakura General Hospital in Zamfara State. Her discovery came just a day after she was reported missing on May 20, 2025,…
Edo State, often celebrated as the heartbeat of Nigeria due to its rich cultural heritage and vibrant economic potential, is grappling with a silent crisis that threatens its growth and prosperity. According to a recent statement by Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, the state is losing over $1 billion annually in potential investments due…
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attended the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, a historic event that marked the first time a Nigerian president has attended a papal inauguration. The visit, intended as a gesture of interfaith diplomacy, sparked a firestorm of debate back home, with former Secretary to the Government of the…
On May 21, 2025, the San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain, became the stage for a historic moment in Tottenham Hotspur’s history. The North London club defeated Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final, ending a 17-year trophy drought and securing their first major silverware since the 2008 League Cup. For Spurs’ talismanic captain,…
