The Oyo State Government  has initiated a fresh suit against  Naomi Silekunola, the former queen of the Ooni of Ife; Oriyomi Hamzat, an Ibadan-based radio station owner; and Abdulahi Fasasi, the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan. These charges are linked to a stampede at a funfair on December 18, 2024, which resulted in the deaths of 35 children. The charge sheet, labeled I/05C/2025, was filed before the Oyo…

The education sector in Nigeria has come under intense scrutiny following the release of a shocking viral video showing a teacher physically abusing a three-year-old boy at Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu, Lagos State, fuelling widespread outrage and demands for systemic reforms, including the psychological evaluation of teachers before employment. It is no news that children all over the world often suffer from abuse. According to the World Health Organization (WHO),…

Mr. Monday Elela has been apprehended by the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly killing his 14-year-old son, Tope, who was described as being involved in criminal activities. The incident occurred in Ajowa Akoko, in the Akoko Northwest Local Government Area (LGA). The State Commissioner of Police (CP), Mr. Wilfred Olutokunbo Afolabi, disclosed in a statement on Sunday, Mr. Monday and 24 others were paraded for various crimes, including murder,…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has debunked that the national grid did not collapse but experienced tripping, which affected a large area of Lagos State. This came shortly after most media publications claimed that the National Grid had collapsed for the first time in 2025. The statement signed by TCP Public Affairs officer Ndidi Mbah on Saturday noted that for clarification, at about 13:41 hrs, the Osogbo–Ihovbor line tripped,…

Senior Pastor of Daystar Christian Centre, Sam Adeyemi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to inspire Nigeria’s youth by presenting a compelling and transformative 30-year vision for the country. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise programme on Saturday, Adeyemi emphasized the importance of visionary leadership in fostering sustainable development and changing the nation’s trajectory. “Mr. President needs to come with pictures, 3D of what Nigeria will be like in 30 years’…

Budget changes make navigating the economic dynamics of relationships more taxing   January is “divorce month”, according to the marketing departments of family law firms, which traditionally spin the line about spousal Christmas bust-ups leading to new year marriage breakdowns. Is this true? I had a press release from a firm of solicitors claiming that actually it’s March that marks “peak divorce”, according to their analysis of 20 years’ worth of…

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has shared details about his imprisonment under the military regime of the late General Sani Abacha in 1995. Speaking to a delegation of young leaders from the Future Africa Leaders Foundation, Obasanjo reflected on the challenges he faced during that period and his eventual decision to re-enter politics to help stabilize Nigeria. In a statement released by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs are fueling global economic uncertainty and driving up long-term borrowing costs, potentially exacerbating pressures on the global economy in 2025. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, speaking to reporters in Washington, highlighted the unpredictability of U.S. trade policies as a significant factor contributing to global financial instability. “That uncertainty is actually expressed globally through higher long-term interest rates,”…

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The L.A wildfires, which began on January 7th, have engulfed large portions of the Los Angeles area, causing widespread destruction. This has forced thousands of residents, celebrities inclusive to leave their homes. Among the 80,000+ displaced are celebrities who have called the region home for years. Some, like Leighton Meester, Adam Brody, Anna Faris, Ricki Lake, Cary Elwes, Cameron Mathison, and Spencer and Heidi Pratt, have lost their homes. Others,…

Jimmy Carter, celebrated for his humility and service, was honored at a state funeral at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday. The event, marked by a somber pageantry, drew all of his living presidential successors, including President Biden, who delivered the eulogy. Tributes focused on Carter’s post-presidency humanitarian work, his unwavering character, and his enduring impact despite electoral setbacks. Grandsons Joshua and Jason Carter shared personal anecdotes, highlighting his humility, frugality,…

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