Former Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan was deeply shocked by the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls, describing the incident as one that devastated the nation. Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye on the Mic On Podcast, Obanikoro said Jonathan was appalled that such an…
Ngozi Ishiwu-Obodo, widow of late police inspector Dr. Ikechukwu Obodo, has recounted the final moments before learning of her husband’s death in a road accident. In an interview with The PUNCH, Ngozi, an indigene of Opi in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, said her husband, who hailed from Ologo in Uzo-Uwani LGA, died…
“If I can do it, others can too. People are more brilliant and stronger than they think,” he said. Adesoye said his career change to healthcare was motivated by a desire to care for people. “When I was caring for electronic devices, I was happy when I could get broken devices working…
Former National Secretary of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Dr. Usman Bugaje, has claimed that Northern Nigeria is experiencing unprecedented dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing economic hardship and governance concerns. Speaking during an interview on SYMFONI’s Niger Unfiltered, Bugaje discussed Nigeria’s political climate and preparations for the 2027 general elections, arguing that…
Olatunde Zacheus, a survivor of the Orire school kidnapping, has claimed that the armed group responsible for the attack identified itself as the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), not Boko Haram or bandits. Speaking in an interview with Vanguard published on July 19, 2026, Zacheus said he and other victims were held captive for…
Niger Delta activist and traditional ruler Asari Dokubo has shared a personal account involving his late father’s property, saying he chose not to contest the occupation of the family’s land in order to preserve peace. In a video shared on Facebook on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Dokubo reflected on inheritance and family relationships, recounting a…
Former Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon has said Israel failed to achieve its key objectives in its military campaign against Iran and warned that the conflict has strained relations with the United States. According to Anadolu Agency, citing Iranian state-affiliated outlets Pars Today and IRIB News, Ya’alon acknowledged that the operation did not accomplish its…
Manchester United have been dealt an injury scare after defender Lisandro Martinez was forced off during Argentina’s World Cup final against Spain at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. According to the Evening Standard, Martinez was substituted in the 73rd minute after struggling with an injury sustained during the first half of Sunday’s final….
The striking resemblance between Stella Damasus and one of her daughters, Angelica Aboderin, has grabbed the attention of Nigerians on social media. The actress and her daughter recorded a video where they engaged in a challenge that allows fans to know them better. However, most viewers were shocked at how alike mother and daughter look…
Islamic scholar and civil society advocate Usman Bugaje has criticised Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, alleging that the minister acts as though he is above the law while calling for stronger accountability in public office. Speaking during an interview published on SYMFONI’s official YouTube channel on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Bugaje discussed governance,…
