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Seun Kuti Slams ‘New Fela’ Comparisons, Warns Wizkid Fans

11.01.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats singer and social media activist, Seun Kuti has criticised Wizkid’s fans over recurring comparisons that label the Grammy-award-winning star as the “New Fela,” describing the trend as disrespectful to his late father’s legacy. Speaking during an Instagram Live session, Kuti expressed frustration at what he called a persistent attempt to drag Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s...

Prof Nwankwo Berates S-East APC Over Leadership Failure

11.01.2026

A renowned academic and political analyst, Professor Chinedu Nwankwo of Ajali, Anambra State has strongly condemned the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) South East, describing their decision to invite Governor Alex Otti of Abia State and Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State; both non APC governors to a core APC zonal stakeholders meeting...

CD Calls For Review Of 1990 Firearms Act

11.01.2026

The Campaign for Democracy (CD) has called for a review of the 1990 Firearms Act, urging the Federal Government to allow state governments access to sophisticated weapons to bolster their fight against insecurity. The National President of CD, Pastor Ifeanyi Odili, said in a statement that the Federal Government’s refusal to grant states permission to...

Win For Anti-Corruption Fight – HEDA

11.01.2026

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has hailed the decision of the United Kingdom, through the Bailiwick of Jersey, to return over $9.5 million in looted funds to Nigeria as a significant victory in the global fight against corruption and illicit financial flows. In a statement signed by HEDA Chairman Olanrewaju Suraju,...

Bishops’ Conference Urges Immigration Service

11.01.2026

The Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has urged the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to conduct thorough profiling of all foreigners residing in the country with a view to identifying potential terrorists hiding within Nigerian communities as part of efforts to combat terrorism in the country. The Secretary General of the Conference, Archbishop Chivir Chianson, stated...

Why I Didn’t Attend Allwell Ademola’s Funeral – Muyiwa Ademola

11.01.2026

Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Muyiwa Ademola has addressed his absence at the burial of his cousin, Allwell Ademola, offering clarity on why he could not attend the solemn event held in Lagos. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Muyiwa explained that he was outside the country at the time of the burial and...

Cleric Decries Ethical Decline, Urges Purposeful Guidance

11.01.2026

Rev. Fr. George Ehusani has decried the prevailing moral decline in the country, urging purposeful and deliberate efforts to guide and mentor the youth. Ehusani, the Executive Director, Lux Terra Leadership Foundation, Abuja, remarked at the 40th Priestly Ordination Anniversary of Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Oyo. Ehusani expressed concern that society...

NA 1 Brigade Distributes Cardigans, Shoes To Vulnerable Students

11.01.2026

The 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army (NA) in Zamfara State has distributed cardigans and shoes to vulnerable students selected from various Islamiyya schools across the state, as part of its humanitarian outreach and spiritual engagement for peace and security. The distribution ceremony, which took place in Gusau on Sunday, was aimed at seeking divine...

Funke Akindele’s Box Office Reign Redefines Nollywood’s

11.01.2026

Funke Akindele has transformed box office dominance into a personal brand within Nollywood. From the cultural breakthrough of Jenifa to a steady run of blockbuster films, she has built a reputation for producing movies that draw massive audiences and spark nationwide conversations. Her recent releases have generated billions of naira, placing her in a league...

Lagos Probes Alleged Medical Negligence, Condoles Adichie

11.01.2026

The Lagos State Government has expressed deep condolences to renowned Nigerian author, Ms. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and her family over the tragic death of her son, Nkanu, following a medical incident at a private healthcare facility in Lagos on January 6, while announcing firm steps to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. In a statement...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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