Legal practitioner and social critic Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor has accused some Nigerian politicians of prioritizing self-interest over national security, in reaction to US President Donald Trump’s threat of military intervention in Nigeria over alleged Christian genocide. In a statement posted on his Facebook page, Ejiofor argued that many politicians are angry because insecurity in Nigeria

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Abba Kaka, a Public Policy Analyst and International Development Expert, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently address Nigeria’s worsening security situation, warning that the country’s global image is being severely tarnished. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Kaka expressed concern that rising insecurity and poor governance are affecting Nigeria’s international reputation. He

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Rt. Hon. David Agada Ogewu, member representing Oju/Obi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has denied claims that he referred to the youths of Igede nation in Benue State as “fools.” The controversy arose after the Igede Youths Council (IYC) criticized Ogewu for allegedly making disparaging remarks against the local youth. In a press

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Several Nigerian afrobeat stars have secured nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, with the shortlist announced on Friday evening. Davido and Omah Lay were nominated for their collaboration on “With You” in the Best African Music Performance category. Also nominated in the same category are Burna Boy’s “Love”, “Gimme Dat” by Ayra Starr and Wizkid,

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Nollywood actress Sunshine Rosman has shared her thoughts on relationships and marriage, stressing that commitment and intentionality are key. During a recent episode of the Open Up podcast, the actress stated that marriage is not for everyone, noting that those unwilling to put in the effort should avoid it. “Some people are just not made

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Former Big Brother Naija star Natasha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has spoken out about the challenges of being a woman in Nigeria, saying it “feels like a crime.” Her remarks came as she criticized Nigerians for not taking actress Regina Daniels’ rape allegations seriously. On her X handle, Tacha wrote: “Being a woman in

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Nigerian singer Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has shared his thoughts on his first-ever Grammy nomination. Omah Lay received the nomination for his collaborative hit with Davido, With You, in the Best African Music Performance category at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. Speaking via his Instagram page, Omah Lay expressed excitement about

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The Abia State Police Command has arrested six suspects in connection with the kidnapping and trafficking of three children, successfully rescuing the victims. In a statement on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, identified the suspects as Onyinyechi Christopher, Ogechi Chidi, Chukwu Bernadette, Nnaji Patience, Abraham Ibiam, and Felix Ikechukwu. The case

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Chanting songs of grief and anger, members of Amangwo community laid siege to the Ikwuano local government headquarters, calling for justice in the brutal murder of 22-year-old Solomon Ikokwu. The victim was allegedly killed by members of a now-disbanded community security team. The protestors leveled gruesome allegations, claiming the killers not only murdered Solomon on

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The Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC) has unveiled several innovations aimed at improving the voting process and enhancing transparency in the state’s local government elections scheduled for Saturday, November 9, 2025. Speaking at a press briefing in Jalingo, TSIEC Chairman Philip Duwe said the commission’s primary goal is to deliver a credible election that

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