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By Ayo Onikoyi Rising actress and filmmaker, Titilola Ajayi, popularly known as Omoposh and known for her movie Mr and Mrs Parker, has stressed the importance of setting personal boundaries, urging people not to tolerate disrespect, exploitation or emotional manipulation, even from family members. Ajayi made this known in a ...
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress Uche Montana has questioned the Nigerian movie industry’s growing emphasis on social media popularity over acting ability, insisting that talent should remain an important consideration in the selection of actors. She shared her thoughts during an interview with media personality Davibes Olamide, where she also ...
By Ayo Onikoyi Multi-award-winning rapper Odumodublvck is showcasing his artistic depth with a stellar performance in his acting debut in a short film directed by ace cinematographer TG Omori. On November 7 2026, rapper Odumodublvck and cinematographer TG Omori were special guests at the closing ceremony and award gala of ...
By Ayo Onikoyi Australian pop singer, Nishka, is set to make her Lagos performance debut as a special musical guest at Escape, an upcoming art exhibition that will bring music and contemporary visual art together in Lagos on November 28, 2026. The Melbourne-based singer’s appearance at the exhibition, organised by ...
By Ayo Onikoyi Sexy and beautiful Nigerian disc jockey, Onyinyechi Maureen Eneje, popularly known as DJ Pretty Smile, has admitted that her physical appearance has played a significant role in boosting her visibility and personal branding, even as she insists that talent and performance remain the key to sustaining a ...
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress Peju Johnson says her priorities in love and career have changed as she grows older, stressing that she is no longer interested in relationships merely for the sake of being in one but desires a meaningful union built on genuine love, peace, friendship and mutual ...
AKIN ADEWAKUN reports on this year’s edition of Art X Lagos, an important event in the contemporary art scene, highlighting the tribute to female potter Ladi Kwali. LAST weekend, art lovers, artists, and collectors from Africa and beyond converged on Lagos’ Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island for the 11th ...
Belgium has clarified how much foreigners must pay to apply for citizenship, an info for anyone planning to begin the process and secure their future in the country.
"My main motivation for height growth is being seen as less of a man, I hate walking around knowing other people are...
Belgium announced a part of its citizenship process that eased the financial burden for a specific group of applicants hoping to secure their future in the country.
The nationwide disruption, which halted flight departures for about four hours, was linked to ...
Canada has shared the minimum physical presence threshold that must be completed before seeking citizenship, a key detail every hopeful migrant should check.
The disagreement later escalated after Magwenya responded to the official X handle of the Nigerian Mission in South Africa, which had reiterated...
A non-governmental organisation, Health Standard Concern Organization (HESCO), in collaboration with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment...
Portugal were hammered 4-1 by Denmark on Saturday, an embarrassing Nations League defeat in their first match without Cristiano Ronaldo following the superstar forward’s retirement from international football. Rasmus Hojlund starred with a superb brace as Denmark moved into second place in Group A4 and closed in on a spot ...
Portugal managed a late consolation through Bernardo Silva, who fired home a rebound in the 93rd minute to reduce the deficit to 4-1.
He praised Soludo for maintaining a good relationship with the judiciary but appealed to the state government to address some of its challenges.
The Netherlands has removed the application fee for Dutch citizenship for one category of applicants as published in the official immigration site.
“Subsidising feed production inputs and establishing government-supported feed production plants will go a long way in cushioning the effects of rising inflation on farmers,” he said.
Are you wondering what the LASU cut-off mark is. Read on to discover the updated cut-off marks for all the academic programmes at Lagos State University.
Ogunsanya's poem explored themes of identity, heritage and belonging, highlighting the importance of amplifying diverse voices and preserving stories that are often overlooked.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, alongside his friends and associates, has donated the sum of N100
The African Asset Recovery Practitioners' Forum (AARP-F) has disclosed that Africa is losing billions of dollars in public resources meant to be invested in healthcare...
The Financial Services Industry led the activity chart, accounting for 4.854 billion shares valued at N95.790 billion in 72,047 deals.
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The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has hailed the immediate past Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Works, Mr Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan...
France has announced the fee for foreigners seeking French citizenship, outlining other requirements for applicants who wish to undergo the naturalisation process.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Chelle said Ilenikhena was left out because of an injury.
A tragedy engineered by Morocco, watered by Western Europe and the United States (US) with the connivance of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is unfolding in Africa. War has become inevitable on the continent with the UNSC reversing the peace process in Western Sahara and abolishing the United Nations ...
Tenerife manager Álvaro Cervera says FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono’s 12-match ban may seem lenient following Jesús de Miguel’s death.
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On the contrary though, I posit that debt can build generations. In fact debt has built generations. All the countries that matter borrowed by leveraging their cash flows to get where they are. My earlier argument in the article stands. The Western world has only played with peanuts in Africa ...
The LASHMA Permanent Secretary stressed that healthcare providers were critical to the success of the policy, noting that effective implementation would depend not only on residents' enrolment but also on their ability to access quality and timely medical services.
“Those who pollute the least are those who are paying the highest price,” Mr Guterres said.
…holds 2026 Younger Alumni Stakeholders Engagement Programme In a bold move to accelerate its transformation agenda and secure a sustainable
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State on Saturday said it had concluded its grassroots engagement exercises...
Aviation entrepreneur and political activist Isaac Balami has clarified his recent comments on the state of affairs in Nigeria, alleging that his message was taken out of context to suit
…calls for religious tolerance Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has disclosed that 65 per cent of his extended family members are Muslims, saying the religious diversity within his family is proof that faith should not be a source of division. He made the disclosure on Saturday while opening a three-day ...
Lookman was forced off late in the first half in Uyo and was replaced by Moses Simon.
Buying a used hybrid vehicle is one of the smartest decisions you can make if you want to reduce your weekly fuel bills. These cars combine a standard petrol engine with an electric motor to give you great fuel efficiency and smooth city driving.
…Says FG security surveillance to be installed soon President Bola Tinubu on Saturday promised to strengthen security in North
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All members of the squad wore Ronaldo's number 7 shirt as they walked out...
Residents of Inisa in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State have called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to urgently address the community's electricity crisis...
The NNPC's AKK gas pipeline has reportedly reached 95% completion, with Abuja gas supply expected by 2026 and Kaduna and Kano scheduled for 2027.
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Ogun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has rejected the purported establishment of caretaker committees and the appointment of parallel state chairman. They insisted that the executive committee led by Otunba Oluwafemi Soluade remains the legitimate leadership structure of the party in the state ...
Tijjaniyya of Nigeria has commented on the outcome of the rerun National Assembly primary election of the APC. You need to see the message to the group.
Kindergarten Cop actor Christian Cousins was found dead at his California home after family requested welfare check; police found no suspicious circumstances.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on Nigerian youths to shun campaign of division, segregation, discrimination and marginalisation. Obasanjo made the call on Saturday after receiving an honorary doctorate degree conferred on him by the Skyline University of Nigeria in Kano. He was conferred with the honour alongside former Executive ...
"Clearly, some elements in South Africa do not want to hear what we have to say or see our faces, but we are here to stay..."
Nigeria's performance was particularly notable in environmental optimism, where students scored 3.92 out of five. They also recorded 4.43 for personal optimism, 4.18 for economic prospects, 3.69 for political optimism and 4.16 for confidence in the future of society.
An emotional message from embattled Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang to his wife has surfaced online, drawing attention as the company faces scrutiny.
The General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Worldwide, Dr Daniel Olukoya, has congratulated his wife, Dr Folashade Olukoya, on successfully completing her PhD examination in
The National University Commission has commented on the viral list of fake 100 professors in Nigeria. You need to see why the varsity regulator is saying.
As the campaign train of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election gathers momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, Niger Delta leader and Grand Patron of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, High Chief Government Oweizidei Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has urged voters in Anambra State to shun tribal politics and support ...
Georgia conducted its citizenship test free of charge for first-time applicants while charging a flat GEL 40 fee for every subsequent exam retake without exception.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, has confirmed one death and eight injuries in a multiple-vehicle crash at Agu-Awka, Immigration Junction, along the Awka-Enugu Expressway. The sector commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, personally led the rescue efforts following the crash. Asekhauno told the News Agency of ...
….Pledges To Revive Kolmani Oil Exploration…. Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has promised to restore petroleum and electricity subsidies, tackle insecurity and sustain oil exploration in Kolmani if elected president in the 2027 general elections. Atiku made the promises on Saturday during the ADC presidential ...
The Oyo State governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, has reiterated his commitment to inclusive governance...
…says Adebutu, PDP will suffer crushing defeat The Chairman of the Planning Committee of the Ogun State APC Presidential and Gubernatorial Campaign Council, Hon. Kayode Oladele, has said that the
Explore KASU courses, fees, cut-off marks, portal details and 2026 post-UTME requirements, with admission steps and key costs for prospective students in Kaduna.
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been ruled out of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying return-leg fixture against Tanzania following a knee ligament sprain. Promise Efoghe, Super Eagles Media Officer, confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday. “Scan has revealed Ademola Lookman ...
The ADC has accused the Nigerian Bar Association of selective outrage over its disciplinary petition against Kalu Kalu, questioning why it did not raise similar concerns when the Court of Appeal criticised Justice Peter Lifu.
St. Ives Specialist Hospital has launched SwiftMed Urgent Care Clinic across three locations in Eko Atlantic City, Ikeja in Lagos,
read more St. Ives launches three urgent care clinics across Lagos, Ogun to bridge healthcare delivery
“We are urging the government to support us so that commercial activities can take off. Also, we want more teachers for our schools.”
Jonathan said the country must address these problems and change its approach to choosing leaders to achieve meaningful progress.
The veteran actor’s enduring romantic appeal lifts a sequel weighed down by familiar family-drama tropes.
By Vincent Ujumadu Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has called for the immediate reopening of the Court of Appeal in the state, arguing that the volume of litigation generated by Anambra, which he said is second only to Lagos, justifies its continued operation. Soludo made the demand during a ...
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on Nigeria’s political leaders to rebuild the country, warning against disappointing the founding fathers. This is contained in a statement issued by the former president’s Media Adviser, Mr Ikechukwu Eze, in Abuja on Saturday. Eze quoted Jonathan as making the call while delivering his ...
The Lagos State chapter of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has intensified grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections, visiting the Elegushi Palace in Eti-Osa Local Government Area. The group
Kuwait required citizenship applicants to meet continuous residency, age 21, good character, financial stability, Arabic proficiency, and other rules.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has used a massive street rally in Osogbo to demonstrate its organisational strength...
British rapper and singer Stefflon Don has welcomed her second child, a baby boy named Don Claes, but revealed that she spent four days in hospital...
The Nigerian High Commission in South Africa has renewed its defence of newly accredited High Commissioner, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, insisting that President Cyril Ramaphosa personally intervened in the controversy surrounding the presentation of his diplomatic credentials. The mission was responding to South African Presidency spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, who accused Fani-Kayode ...
Spain will host the final of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Rafael Louzán has reiterated.
read more 2030 World Cup final will be held in Spain – RFEF president insists
Israel’s caretaker prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday reiterated his calls for a national unity government with his opponent Gadi Eisenkot, as well as his vow to eliminate the threat from Iran. A meeting with Eisenkot on Thursday “only strengthened the conviction that it is essential to form a national ...
Amber Rose’s parents and siblings form a close, supportive family whose roots and bonds shaped her journey to fame, confidence, and success. Read on for more.
The VARSH Foundation has trained 30 young women from across Osun State in community advocacy and leadership to help them address community challenges and influence decision-making. The participants are pioneer fellows of the Osun Young Women’s Advocacy Fellowship (OYWAF), an initiative of VARSH Foundation supported by the Nigeria Youth Futures ...
The vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has described the presidential candidate, Peter Obi, as incorruptible. Kwankwaso made the declaration on Saturday at the 5th convocation ceremony of the Skyline University of Nigeria in Kano. Kwankwaso said the attribute is key and needed in governance ...
Rotimi Amaechi, ADC vice presidential candidate, has rolled out the number of states Atiku Abubakar will defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has faulted the Nigerian Bar Association’s decision to initiate disciplinary proceedings against lawyer and politician, Kalu Kalu, over his comments on Justice Peter Lifu, accusing
President Tinubu made the promise on Saturday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-Central rally in Jos, where he acknowledged the devastating impact of recurring attacks on communities across the state since 2001.