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Marital Rape in Nigeria: The Law, The Outrage, and the Call for Reform
A video posted by lawyer and influencer Timi Agbaje on X (formerly Twitter) has ignited a firestorm of debate. His question—"Can a man rape his wife in Nigeria?"—seems simple, but the answer, rooted in Nigeria’s outdated criminal code,…
MOVIE REVIEW: House of Ga’a – A Tragic Tale of Power and Betrayal
House of Ga'a is a visually striking and ambitious historical drama that attempts to delve into the complexities of power, family, and the decline of the Oyo Empire.
A movie produced by renowned filmmaker, Bolanle Austen-Peters, it…
MUSIC REVIEW: Olamide’s “IKIGAI”: A Game Changer for Afrobeats or Business as…
On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Nigerian music icon Olamide dropped his eleventh studio album, "IKIGAI," generating a frenzy among fans and sparking debate within the industry. "IKIGAI," a Japanese concept translating to "reason for…
MOVIE REVIEW: A Lioness Roars: Unveiling the Layers of “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti”
"Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti," the 2024 biopic directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, transcends the boundaries of a historical drama.
It's a captivating exploration of social justice, gender equality, and the unwavering spirit of activism,…
Nigeria’s Net Reserves Reach $23bn, Marking Three-Year Peak – CBN
Nigeria’s Net Foreign Exchange Reserve (NFER) as of the end of 2024 stood at $23.11 billion, the highest level in over three years, reflecting a substantial improvement in the country’s external liquidity, reduced short-term…
Tinubu Appoints Bayo Ojulari as New NNPC Group CEO, Mele Kyari Departs
President Bola Tinubu has removed Mele Kyari as the group chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and dissolved its board.
The decision, effective April 2, 2025, was announced in a…
Senator Natasha Insists on Legality, Stages Homecoming Rally Despite Govt Ban
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Tuesday received a rousing welcome from her supporters and residents of the Ihima community of Kogi, despite the state government’s ban on rallies and processions.
As early as 8 am, her supporters…
Dangote, Rabiu, Otedola, Adenuga Shine on Forbes 2025 Billionaires List
Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, Mike Adenuga, and Abdulsamad Rabiu have been named in the 2025 Forbes’ Africa billionaires list.
Forbes Magazine released the list on Saturday. The quartet are the only Nigerians who made the lineup.…
Uromi Killings: Edo Gov Okpebholo Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of all illegal vigilante groups operating under whatever guise in the State.
The governor also suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps,…
EID: Tinubu Calls on Nigerians to Sustain Acts of Kindness Beyond Ramadan
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to continue with the good deeds taught during the month of Ramadan.
He made the call shortly after observing the Eid-El-Fitr prayers at the National Eid ground Abuja on Sunday.
The…
Bumpa Co-Founder Fatally Hit by Driver Who Feared Blood Stains on Car
Adetunji Opayele, also known as Teejay, the co-founder and Chief Technical Officer of Bumpa, died on March 4 following an accident and a disregard for his life. Today, the public is demanding justice for him.
In a petition on…
Edo State to Probe Uromi Killing as Gov Condemns Violence
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has condemned the killing of some persons in the Uromi area of the state, ordering a full-scale investigation into the incident.
The victims, said to be travellers, were allegedly killed by vigilante…
No Surge in Kidnappings on Gbagada Expressway, Lagos Police Debunk Rumors
The Police Command in Lagos State has described as fake and recycled a report about increased kidnapping on the Gbagada Expressway, urging the residents to disregard it.
The command’s spokesperson, Chief Superintendent of Police…
Akpabio Declares Kano a Done Deal for APC in 2027
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has expressed confidence that Kano State remains a stronghold for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He attributed this to the strategic…
Delta Govt Withdraws Query Issued to Nursing Student Over Viral Video
The Delta State Government has directed the immediate withdrawal of the query issued to a student of the School of Nursing Sciences, Agbor, Osato Edobor, over her involvement in a viral social media video during the recent visit of…
Lagos Introduces Speed Limit Monitors, Sets N50,000 Fine for Violators (CHECK LOCATIONS)
The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, in collaboration with Huawei Technologies, has deployed four new Intelligent Transport System sites to monitor and detect speeding and manage traffic flows.
The Commissioner for…
Taye Currency: ‘I See Pasuma as My Boss, Saheed Osupa as My Colleague’
Yoruba Fuji musician, Alhaji Taye Adebisi, popularly known as Taye Currency, has declared that his popular Fuji colleague, Wasiu Alabi aka Pasuma, is his boss, while referring to his counterpart, Saheed Osupa, as his colleague.
Taye…
Minister Says ‘Detty December’ Proves Nigeria’s Tourism Potential
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, says last Detty December opened the government’s eyes to the need to open up Nigeria more for tourists to come in.
Detty December in Nigeria refers to the end-of-the-year festive period,…
“Royalty Stands Strong,” Nwoko Declares as Regina Announces Her Third Pregnancy, Ridicules Critics
Nigerian senator Ned Nwoko has taken to Instagram to reaffirm his love for his wife, actress Regina Daniels, and has revealed that they are expecting a third child together.
In a poetic post, Nwoko addressed recent rumours regarding…