— Sophia Momodu Muyiwa Akinola Entrepreneur and mother of Imade, Davido’s first child Sophia Momodu, has cautioned fans and content creators against addressing her as the singer’s wife, stressing that such references are inaccurate and disrespectful. Speaking in a recent video broadcast, Momodu said that although she and Davido ended their relationship years ago and the musician is now married, some members of the public… []
— Man-U Manager, Reuben Amorim By Muyiwa Akinola Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has reflected on his team’s inability to secure maximum points following a 1-1 draw with Wolves in their Premier League clash at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. The Red Devils took the lead through Joshua Zirkzee, who finished calmly to give the home side an early advantage and raise expectations of a… []
— Justice Ifeoma Okogwu By Adeola Idris The 25-year old prime suspect in the murder of the retired Delta State Judge, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, has confessed to have killed the judge in order to steal her phones and power bank just one week after he was employed as her security guard. The suspect, Godwin Mngumi, made the revelation… []
By Muyiwa Akinola Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian Air Force (NAF) pilots and crew members, nine days after their detention, following intensive diplomatic efforts by the Nigerian government. The release came shortly after a high-level Nigerian delegation, led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, met with Burkinabè authorities in Ouagadougou, including President Ibrahim Traoré. The team included senior officials from the Ministry… []
— Farouk Ahmed By St. Johnson Adegboyega Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive officer of Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA has tendered his resignation. This is coming barely 24 hours after allegations of corruption leveled against him by Aliko Dangote, president and chief executive of Dangote Industries Limited. Gbenga Komolafe of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC also resigned. Presidential spokesman, Bayo… []
— Pastor Adeboye By Adeola Idris According to our report, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has recounted a major challenge faced by the church in Abuja, where a former Federal Capital Territory administrator ordered the demolition of 15 RCCG churches within just two weeks. If you’re curious about the deeper meaning behind dreams like eating, crying, seeing… []
Onijan of Ijan Ekiti, Oba Lawrence Adebanji Aladesuyi, Afayagbegun II. By Dare Daramola Hope is now being restored and expectations in high octane, as all sons and daughters of the peaceful and serene town of Ijan Ekiti, in Gboyin Local Council Development Area (LCDA) geared up for a week-long celebrations tagged: Ijan-Ekiti Day 2025. For the people, through this unification, the spirit of love, peace,… []
L-R: Dr. Jekwu Ozoemene, Group Executive, The Alternative Bank (AltBank); Korede Demola-Adeniyi, Executive Director, AltBank; Olawale Azeez, Regional Business Executive, AltBank; Kanu Nwankwo, founder and Chairman, Kanu Heart Foundation; Chidinma Akanle, Head, Private Banking, AltBank, and Dr. Genevieve Kalu, Public Relations Officer, OGC Foods and Beverages, at the 5km walk organised by the Kanu Heart Foundation in partnership with AltBank to commemorate the 2025 World… []
–— Ganduje By Adeola Idris Ex- APC National Chairman, Abdullah Umar Ganduje, has reportedly been rushed to the emergency department of a London hospital, following what sources describe as a critical health scare. The report was made public by human rights activist and humanitarian, Sir Engr. AY, via a post on X (formerly Twitter). According to him, Ganduje is currently under the care of specialist… []
–— Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona By Adeola Idris Barely hours after the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari was announced, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, also passed away at the age of 91. Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, confirmed the monarch’s death in a statement issued from Abeokuta, the state capital, on Sunday. “It is with… []
–— Buhari By St. Johnson Adegboyega President Bola Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari died on Sunday in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness. According to a release issued by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu has spoken with the former President’s widow, Aishat Buhari and offered his deep condolences. The President has also ordered Vice President… []
–— Oba Olakulehin By Bunmi Onakan The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is dead. Metropolix Online gathered that Olakulehin died at the age of 90. According to reports the monarch died in the early hours of Monday. Olakulehin died during the ongoing 90th birthday and first anniversary coronation celebrations. The late Oba Olakulehin received the staff of office from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde… []
— Peter Rufai By Adeola Idris Nigerian legendary goalkeeper, Peter Rufai has been reported dead, reports BSNSports.com.ng. According to Radio Nigeria, Rufai, 61-year-old, passed away on Thursday morning, July 3, 2025, after a long illness that kept him out of the public eye for some time. Meanwhile, the family is yet to announce his death, but a top Lagos State Government official… []
— File photo of EFCC By St. Johnson Managing Director of Fargo Petroleum and Gas Limited, Seun Ogunbambo has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for defrauding the Nigerian government in an alleged oil subsidy scam involving about N976,653,110.28. According to a statement signed by Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head, Media and Publicity, Ogunbambo was standing trial before the Lagos… []
— MC Oluomo, Istijabah By St. Johnson Adegboyega That the accusation made by the factional leader of National Union of Road Transport Workers ( NURTW), Azeez Ajibola popularly known as Istijabah is defamatory is an understatement. The NURTW, stalwart who has since been parading himself as an arch-rival to Musiliu Akinsanya (MC Oluomo) has once again shot himself in the leg with his statement… []
–– Sanwo Olu while seeing President Tinubu off after Sallah break By St. Johnson Adegboyega A widely speculated news of an alleged rift between Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo Olu and his acclaimed political godfather, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was calmed after the governor and members of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) visited Tinubu at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. The meeting comes as speculations… []
— Amotekun Guards By St. Johnson Adegboyega Operatives of the local State Security Network (Amotekun) attached to Ogun State have arrested a suspect, identified as Obi Emmanuel, for illegal drug trade in Yewa North local government area of the State. The suspect, aged 35, was apprehended in front of a chemist shop in Ayetoro at about 4:30 pm on Thursday. According to a statement made… []
— National Grid By Adeola Idris It is going to be a nationwide blackout following the collapse of Nigeria’s national grid system again. This marks the sixth grid collapse in 2024. Checks by Metropolix Online confirmed that all distribution companies are currently receiving no power from the grid, leaving their feeders without electricity. The Eko Electricity Distribution Company also addressed the situation with… []
— Saidi Balogun with late daughter By Bunmi Onakan Weeks after the death of his daughter, Zeenat, popular actor Saidi Balogun has finally released a public statement on behalf of his family. Saidi, known for his versatile roles in Nollywood shared a sombre post on Instagram on October 5. The post featured an image of a candle surrounded by flowers accompanied by heartbroken emojis, a… []
By Adeola Idris The Police at the Area ‘A’ Command, Lion Building, Lagos Island, Lagos have arrested a 29-year-old staff of an old generation bank in Marina, Lagos Island, Lagos, Damilola Afolabi and charged her before a Lagos Magistrate’s Court accused of fraudulently withdrawing the sum of N21 million from the account of her employer. She was accused of converting the money to her… []