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Boy Who Stole the Show at Garba Shehu’s Book Launch Gets University Scholarship

NewsDeskNgJul 13, 2025July 13, 20250

By Mallam Garba Shehu, Author of“According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesman’s Experience” It was a moment that touched the soul and inspired many. At the public presentation of my book, “According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesman’s Experience,” a young lad, aptly named Muhammadu Buhari,...

Ijanikin: Chimamanda chronicles college life in new book

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Recalling her daily life in college, Ms Umeh said she learnt to “flow with the tide,” adding that she also had low moments, during which she felt like giving up. Ayoung Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Umeh, has shared vivid experiences of secondary school life in her latest book, titled ‘Ijanikin, My...

Radda suspends Katsina reformatory officials over alleged torture

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Katsina Governor Dikko Umar Radda has suspended three principal officers of the Katsina State reformatory centre,Babbar Ruga, over alleged torture. A statement by the Directors press to the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullah Yar’adua, said the trio were suspended for their roles in an incident, which tragically resulted in...

Lagos election has been peaceful, says CP

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Lagos Commissioner of Police (CP) Olohundare Jimoh has said the ongoing Local Government Elections have been peaceful and no negative security complaints received. He said this during an interview at a polling booth in Ikorodu. The police boss has been on confidence building patrol across the state since 10am, making unscheduled...

Bright Chimezie signs with ONErpm

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Nigerian highlife maestro and pioneer of the Zigima sound, Bright Chimezie, has officially signed a distribution and digital partnership deal with ONErpm. The new partnership is set to reintroduce Bright Chimezie’s iconic catalogue to a global audience while also supporting the digital release of future projects under ONErpm’s expansive network. With...

Kayode Peters: Family sets dates for three-country burial rites

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

The family of late filmmaker, director, and actor Kayode Peters has announced details of his burial ceremonies, which will take place across three countries. After a prolonged illness, Peters passed away last month, leaving behind a legacy in Nigeria’s contemporary theatre and television industry. His family, in a statement on Instagram, expressed...

Jaiye Kuti ventures into real estate

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

One of Nigeria’s celebrated thespians and producers, Dr. Jaiye Kuti, has ventured into the world of real estate. Kuti, who also sits as the CEO OF Jaylex Aesthetic Productions, recently announced the official launch of TerraHive Properties Limited. The ambitious venture marks a significant milestone in Kuti’s career – marrying her passion...

I was homeless in Lagos, paid N150,000 daily for shortlet – Uriel Oputa

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Uriel Oputa has opened up on how she was homeless for six months in Lagos. In a post on her Instagram, Uriel said she had sold her car and given up her apartment in November to care for her mother in London, who had received a new...

I struggled with pornography as a teenager – Gaise Baba

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Afro-fusion gospel artist Akinade Ibuoye popularly known as Gaise Baba has shared personal struggles with maintaining s3xual purity and overcoming pornography addiction. Despite marrying as a virgin with wife, Gaise Baba, in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, said he had faced significant challenges in his journey. According to him, he was first exposed...

Fintiri imposes curfew on troubled Adamawa communities

NewsDeskNgJul 12, 2025July 12, 20250

Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has imposed a dawn-to-dusk curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area after a communal clash between two communities in the area continued to fester. The curfew takes immediate effect to possibly restore order after the Chibo and Bachama communities in Lamurde had been at each for days, peaking...