AFCON 2025: Knockout Stage Begins as Giants Face Off for $10M Prize
After 36 matches of group stage action, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations shifts into high gear this Saturday in Morocco. From the original 24 nations, only 16 remain to battle in the second round. ALSO READ: Akpabio Withdraws ₦200bn Defamation Suit Against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan The spotlight shines on the continent’s premier stars: Achraf Hakimi […]
Akpabio Withdraws ₦200bn Defamation Suit Against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
In a surprising New Year’s Day announcement, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has directed his legal team to withdraw all pending lawsuits against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and several other individuals. Also Read: NLC Demands Urgent Wage Review Amid Soaring Inflation Speaking at a New Year Mass at Sacred Heart Parish in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Akpabio […]
NLC Demands Urgent Wage Review Amid Soaring Inflation
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has kicked off the new year with a stern demand for the Federal Government to “urgently” review workers’ salaries. In a New Year’s address delivered on Wednesday, NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero emphasized that current incomes have been eroded by escalating inflation, leaving workers struggling for “mere survival.” Also read […]
Actress Doris Ogala Regains Freedom Following Dispute with Cleric
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala was released from police custody on Monday after spending two days in detention. ALSO READ: Ini Edo Issues Emotional Apology to CAN Over Controversial Film Title Her arrest on Saturday evening followed a series of social media posts in which she “called out” a prominent Lagos-based pastor, Chris Okafor. Ogala had […]
Super Eagles Edge Tanzania 2-1 to Claim AFCON Opener
Nigeria’s Super Eagles successfully launched their 2025 AFCON campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tanzania on Tuesday. ALSO READ: Super Eagles Climb to 38th Globally Ahead of AFCON Opener Defender Semi Ajayi opened the scoring with a powerful 36th-minute header, though Tanzania’s Charles M’Mombwa briefly leveled the score shortly after halftime. The stalemate lasted […]
NBA Calls for Immediate Suspension of Tax Reform Acts Amid “Gazetting Scandal”
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has demanded an immediate halt to the implementation of the newly enacted Tax Reform Acts, citing allegations that the laws were altered after being passed by the National Assembly. ALSO READ: FG Mandates Drug Tests for All New Civil Service Hires This move follows a whistleblowing report by Representative Abdulsamad […]
Ini Edo Issues Emotional Apology to CAN Over Controversial Film Title
Nollywood star and filmmaker Ini Edo has formally apologized to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) following a wave of criticism over her latest movie title, A Very Dirty Christmas. ALSO READ: U.S. Triples Self-Deportation Stipend to $3,000 for the Holidays During an emotional Instagram Live session on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the actress addressed […]
Super Eagles Climb to 38th Globally Ahead of AFCON Opener
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have concluded the 2025 football calendar as one of the world’s top 40 teams, providing a morale boost as they launch their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title. ALSO READ: FG Mandates Drug Tests for All New Civil Service Hires According to the final FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking […]
U.S. Triples Self-Deportation Stipend to $3,000 for the Holidays
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a significant increase in financial incentives for undocumented immigrants who choose to leave the country voluntarily before the end of the year. ALSO READ: FG declares holidays as Police Move to High Alert Under the new “Home for the Holidays” initiative, the voluntary exit stipend […]
FG Mandates Drug Tests for All New Civil Service Hires
The Nigerian government has introduced a new screening hurdle for aspiring civil servants: mandatory drug testing. ALSO READ: Peller Issues Public Apology Following Arrest and Mental Health Crisis In a directive issued Monday by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), all federal agencies and parastatals must now require a […]