Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu has announced that he has joined the United States Army after successfully completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. Sharing the news on Instagram on Friday, Joseph Momodu explained that he had been out of contact for the past 10 weeks because of the demanding…
According to a report by Premium Times on June 26, 2026, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Chairman Tony Elumelu has reflected on his entrepreneurial journey, saying discipline, patience and long-term investment decisions were key to his success. Speaking during an interview with the U.S.-based platform The School of Hard Knocks, Elumelu recalled facing criticism…
Senator Ali Ndume has said Nigerian lawmakers are overpaid compared to members of the police and armed forces, calling for greater investment in national security and the welfare of security personnel. Speaking during an interview with Trust TV on June 26, 2026, the Borno South senator said the government should prioritise funding for defence…
Nigerian activist and disc jockey DJ Switch has criticised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu over her advice urging impoverished Nigerians to consider small-scale businesses such as selling akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli. According to a report by Linda Ikeji’s Blog, the First Lady made the remarks during a press briefing while defending the Federal Government’s…
Chief Peter Ameh, a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed confidence in the public appeal of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, saying direct interactions with the former Labour Party presidential candidate would persuade many Nigerians to support his ideas and leadership style. Ameh made the remarks during an interview aired…
Singer Portable has blasted his colleague, YCee, who recently stated there is an ‘Olodo uprising’ in Nigeria while using Peller as an example. Ycee had lamented what he described as an “Olodo uprising” in Nigeria, claiming that society no longer celebrates academic excellence. The rapper further stated that Nigeria was increasingly accommodating ignorance. “This…
A Federal High Court in Lokoja has Overturned its previous ruling that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party. Delivering judgment in suit No. FHC/LKJ/CS/49/2025, Justice Isah Dashen ruled that the earlier decision, delivered on December 10, 2025, was flawed because not all parties…
Actor Kunle Remi has shared his thoughts on the type of Government Nigeria has. Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has publicly criticized the Nigerian government, stating that while other nations grapple with natural disasters, Nigerians are burdened by “government disasters”. Kunle took to his Instagram Stories to voice his frustration over ongoing socioeconomic hardships…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye has suggested that the person who wrote a recent speech for President Tinubu may not have the President’s best interests at heart. His remarks have sparked reactions online, with some Nigerians questioning why influential figures close to the President do not speak directly to him. General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian…
The son of a traditional ruler has been arrested for setting a young man abl@ze over alleged theft in Okodi Community, Ogbia LGA, Bayelsa State. Ibobuminaten Oweifa accused Godgift Biko of stealing wood and be tied him up and set him abl@ze. Video shows Godgift begging for mercy as Oweifa poured a bottle of fuel…
