Nigeria’s border closure: Lawmaker wants Nigerians to be patient with FG

Mr Olumuyiwa Jimoh, the Deputy Majority Leader in the Lagos State House of Assembly on Sunday urged Nigerians to be patient with the Federal Government over the continued closure of the nation’s land borders. Jimoh, representing Apapa Constituency II in the Assembly, made the appeal when speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in …

I’ll make sure policemen who slapped me is punished – ID Cabasa

Popular producer, ID Cabasa, was a victim of police harassment during the week when he was dealt a dirty slap by a police officer. Cabasa had taken to his Instagram page to narrate what happen. According to the producer, a man driving a Range Rover had almost hit the Uber he was in, and when …

This is what Nigeria’s president, vice president, state governors and their deputies earn as salaries, allowances

Nurudeen Lawal How much Nigeria's elected public office holders earn has always been a subject of debate among Nigerians, always heated usually with unsubstantiated claims. While majority of Nigerians believe Nigerian politicians collect bigger salaries than what they should get, the politicians have always risen in defence of their take-home pay. For instance, the new …

Tonto Dikeh reacts to protest against Bobrisky

The self-acclaimed best friend to Bobrisky took to her Instagram page on Thursday, September 19, 2019, where she slammed those who went all out to protest against Bobrisky. A surprised and irritated Tonto couldn't believe Nigerians would focus on Bobrisky when there are other things to protest against. Our country is collapsing by the day, …

Senate Leader says senators deserve cars to be bought for N5.5bn

Senator Abdullahi says it's an insult to say lawmakers cannot ride a jeep in Nigeria. Many Nigerians have condemned the planned purchase as further proof of the Senate cornering public funds to benefit themselves to the detriment of the nation. However, while speaking to journalists in his office on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, Abdullahi said …

817 Nigerians waiting for evacuation in South Africa – FG

No fewer than 817 Nigerians had yet to be evacuated from South Africa as of Tuesday. The Federal Government had on Wednesday last week evacuated 187 Nigerians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks on them and other Africans. On Tuesday, the Consul-General, Nigerian High Commission in South Africa, Godwin Adama, in a telephone interview with …

Anthony Joshua told what to do in order to beat Ruiz

Anthony Joshua, ex-heavyweight champion, has been advised to watch DVDs of former boxing champion Lennox Lewis ahead of rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr. According to the Mirror, ex-boxing champion David Haye insists the 29-year-old pugilist, must follow Lewis' example to emerge victorious. Joshua will be keen to reclaim his heavyweight world titles on December 7 …

Soldier, four others arrested for killing police inspector

By Oluwatomiwa Coker A Corporal in the Nigerian Army, Femi Awotayo, has been arrested and is being detained at a police facility in Calabar for allegedly killing a police Inspector, Christopher Achong, at a checkpoint in Cross River State. Awotayo, who serves with the 707 Special Force Brigade in Benue State, was arrested with four …

Police advise girls to shun prostitution as PH serial killer murders 10th victim

The Rivers State Police Command has advised young women to shun prostitution as a suspected serial killer has murdered the 10th victim. Correspondent reports that there have been killings of young women in the last one month in low-priced hotels in Port Harcourt. The victims are usually found strangled and gagged with a white handkerchief. …

FG to evacuate 319 from South Africa Tuesday- xenophobia

The PUNCH learnt on Sunday that arrangements for the evacuation would be tidier than the previous one, which was done on Wednesday. The Federal Government had on Wednesday evacuated 187 Nigerians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks by its citizens on Africans. The Wednesday flight was delayed by hitches introduced by South African officials, who …

Naira Marley reacts when Ibrahimović tweeted ‘there can only be one Zlatan’

The soapy crooner subtweeted him and told her that that was too late, as he has a friend called Zlantan Ibile. It should be noted Naira Marley was referring Zlatan, the Zanku master and Offering Time master. It should be noted that Ibrahimović is a Swedish footballer currently playing for LA Galaxy as a striker.He …

Mass defection looms in PDP after Atiku’s loss at tribunal

Wike's allegation that some PDP members were visiting Buhari at night causes disagreement among the party members. According to our correspondents , the development has prompted members of Board of Trustees of the PDP to travel to Dubai on Saturday, September 14, 2019, to hold a meeting tagged ‘‘strategic consultation’’ with Atiku It was gathered …

South Africa’s president booed at Mugabe’s funeral

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa was jeered and whistled at on Saturday during his speech at Zimbabwe ex-leader Robert Mugabe’s funeral before he apologised for recent xenophobic attacks. At least 12 people have been killed this month in a surge in violence and mob attacks against foreign-owned businesses in and around Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest …

Lagos policewoman beats lover’s wife for taking her picture

A policewoman with the Lagos State Police Command identified simply as Yemisi is in the eye of the storm after a housewife, Atinuke Odeleye, accused her of assault. City Round learnt that the incident, which occurred on Tuesday evening in the Igando area of the state where the couple resides, marked the height of a …

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s father Chukuka Okonjo is dead

By Kenny a Jose A statement by the former minister on Friday, September 13, said the late professor and mathematician died the same way he lived his life, "with quiet dignity". The former minister said the Okonjo family is immensely grateful that Chukuka's last moments were peaceful. Okonjo-Iweala said: “Daddy was an accomplished man on …

I’m happy she said yes!! -Davido proposes to Chioma with a massive ring

Popular Nigerian crooner, David Adeleke, aka Davido, finally proposed to his sweetheart, Chioma Rowland, on Thursday night, September 12. In a video posted online, the loving couple is seen in what appears to be a restaurant in London, as the popular musician goes on one knee to propose to his girlfriend. Following the happy event, …

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