Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

Residents of Ibadan, who are still reeling from a recent funfair disaster that claimed lives of 35 children, were hit with another tragedy on Friday as a man, his wife and their grandson were consumed in a fire that gutted their residence at Ori-Eru, Idikan area of the Oyo State capital. The fire incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, Yemi Akinyinka, General Manager Oyo State Fire Services Agency said in a statement. Akinyinka said the personnel of the agency received a distress call about the incident through a call made by one Hassan at exactly 3:46 a.m on…

The immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello have been released from the Kuje Custodial Centre after he met the bail conditions imposed on him by the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja. Confirming the former governor’s release, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service, FCT Command, Adamu Duza, on Friday evening said, Yahaya Bello has been released after meeting the bail conditions. He was released this evening (Friday). “The Controller of NCoS FCT, Ajibogun Olatubosun, was on the ground to ensure his smooth release and that all protocols were observed.”Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has awarded N15 million as general damages against MTN Nigeria Communications Limited for disturbing its Nigerian customer’s phone number with unsolicited messages and callertunes, without the customer’s subscription to these services. The Appeal Court passed the judgement on Friday that this action was a violation of the right to privacy and quiet enjoyment of airtime purchased by Barrister Ezugwu Emmanuel Anene, a public interest lawyer. The judgment was delivered on Friday by Justice Okon Abang. Facts of the Case The matter arose from the judgment of the High Court of the FCT, delivered by…

Plans are underway by the Nigerian Government and Bloomberg to rebrand the country’s global image and attract foreign investments into the country. The Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), according to a statement released on its X handle on Friday, is expected to sign a two-year tenure initiative aimed at rebranding the nation’s global image and attracting foreign investment. The statement reads, “The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), is set to partner with Bloomberg in a two-year initiative aimed at rebranding the nation’s global image and attracting foreign investment.” Bloomberg’s Global Director, Nicole Keefe, speaking…

Legendary Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwor, popularly known as Mama G, has opened up about her life struggles and the resilience that shaped her rise to fame. Speaking during the pre-premiere dinner for Funke Akindele’s film, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’, Mama G shared stories of her challenging past, revealing the odd jobs she took on to support her family. “I went through thick and thin to become who I am today,” she said, emphasizing the importance of perseverance. The actress recounted some of her experiences, including dressing dead bodies to make ends meet.Her journey reflects the power of determination in overcoming obstacles.…

A tragic road accident that occurred in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Friday, has consumed the lives of three police officers and a female suspect. According to reports, the police officers had been deployed from the Ondo Police Headquarters to arrest the female suspect in Ore. While en route to Akure, their police van was struck by a trailer coming from the Ijebu-Ode axis, which lost control and collided with the vehicle. All victims died at the scene, while one police officer who sustained serious injuries was rushed to the hospital.Ondo police spokesperson, SP Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya,…

….After being denied medical attention….Locked up with lawyer while unconscious Detained female human rights activist, Olamide Thomas, on Thursday, collapsed at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja due to health complications. According to SaharaReporters, Olamide who suffers from asthma and peptic ulcer, had been bleeding since Monday. However, the Investigating Police Officer (IPO) in charge of her case and an Assistant Director at the FCID allegedly ignored her complaints. Speaking to newsmen on Thursday, Olamide’s lawyer, Ernest Chukwuemeka Okpaga, expressed frustration over the situation, explaining that the police refused to provide her with medical attention even after they…

Versatile Nollywood actor, Damola Olatunji has celebrated his former wife and mother of his twins, Bukola Awoyemi, professionally called Arugba, as she turns a year older on Thursday. Taking to his Instagram page to celebrate her on her special day, Damola, as usual, sent her positive vibes. He wrote;”Happiest birthday OLUWABUKOLA GRACE OMO AWOYEMI. Sending you positive energy and good vibes on your special day. Happy Birthday ANIKE (mama ibeji Taiwo and Kehinde OLATUNJI.) The famous couple, who separated in May 2023, have, however, remained friends and have been in constant contact, apparently because of their twin children. Announcing their…

The National Agency for Foods and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed two chemical outlets in Benin City for selling chemicals without proper licences and safety measures. The affected shops, Golden Juliros Nigeria Ltd. on Evbiemwen Street, Off Wire Road, and Onebamchi Chemicals at Ramat Park market, were shut down on Thursday by NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Unit from Asaba, in collaboration with the agency’s Edo office staff. According to Edo Coordinator of NAFDAC, Esther Itua, the outlets had been under surveillance for years. Despite repeated advice to register as authorized chemical dealers, they continued to operate without compliance.…

The students of the University of Abuja have rejected the decision to rename the institution after a former head of state, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.) The federal government announced the renaming of the University of Abuja after Gowon on Monday. The University of Abuja, also known as UNIABUJA is a public university in the Nigerian capital, Abuja. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, confirmed this while briefing State House correspondents at the end of the Council meeting, presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said the University will now be…