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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) on Monday alleged that Nigerian Immigration officials seized her passport at the airport, temporarily preventing her from travelling abroad. __________________ ___________________ In a live video shared on social media, the lawmaker claimed her travel document was withheld on the orders of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. “Godswill Akpabio has instructed the Controller-General of Customs to withhold my passport. This is wrong,” she said. Akpoti-Uduaghan further alleged that President Bola Tinubu had directed Attorney-General of the Federation Lateef Fagbemi to withdraw all Federal Government lawsuits against her. Her passport was later released by immigration officers, allowing her to proceed with her travel plans. The senator was embroiled in a high-profile dispute with Akpabio earlier in the year over Senate seat reallocation, a confrontation that led to her six-month suspension effective March 6, 2025. She returne...

An X user, narrated her scary experience at a recent Davido concert in Enugu. In this video, she can be heard saying..... ____________________________ _____________________________ "I was Pressed & Squeezed like bread, the guy behind me was Rock Hard, a security man literally had to carry me out, I found out my friend's iPhone 16 Pro Max was stolen that was the moment I knew i had to pack my Ngwogwo and flee" Share this story

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said he has directed the Pentagon to prepare plans for potential military action in Nigeria, escalating his claims that the Nigerian government is not doing enough to curb the persecution of Christians in the country. In a post on the social media platform ' Truth ' President Trump wrote: "If the Nigerian Government continues to allow the killing of Christians, the U.S.A. will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria, and may very well go into that now disgraced country, 'guns-a-blazing,' to completely wipe out the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities," Trump posted on social media. "I am hereby instructing our Department of War to prepare for possible action. If we attack, it will be fast, vicious, and sweet, just like the terrorist thugs attack our CHERISHED Christians!" Trump also warned that the United States “will immediately stop all aid an...

Nigerian superstar Burna Boy was on a recent livestream with streamer PlaqueBoyMax , in this live,  Burna Boy seemed to stir up some new controversy saying.... "Religion is Bulls**t it's all Control Mechanisms"  View this post on Instagram A post shared by MEB (@michaelehinderosblog) What do you think, let's know in the comments.... Share this story

President Bola Tinubu has carried out a sweeping overhaul of Nigeria’s military leadership, weeks after a planned coup attempt was thwarted and several suspects arrested. In a move that surprised many Nigerians, Tinubu dismissed the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa , and appointed former Chief of Army Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede , as his replacement. The President also named Major-General Waidi Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff; Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke as Chief of Air Staff; and Rear Admiral Idi Abbas as Chief of Naval Staff. Major-General Emmanuel Undiendeye retains his post as Chief of Defence Intelligence. COUP DETAILS EMERGE According to Premium Times , details have begun to emerge about the identities of at least 16 of an unknown number of Nigerian military officers currently being detained over an alleged coup plot. According to sources familiar with the matter, fourteen of the 16 are from the Nigerian Army, while the remainin...

Nigerian Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka on Tuesday disclosed that the United States has revoked his visa, effectively barring him from entering the country for the time being. Speaking during a media session at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery in Freedom Park, Lagos, Soyinka said he was shocked by the development, stressing that he was unaware of any action that could have triggered the decision. “I felt it necessary to call this conference so those in the United States expecting me for engagements don't waste their time,” he said. “I have no visa; I am banned, obviously, from the United States. And if you want to see me, you know where to find me.” Soyinka previously held permanent residency in the U.S., but relinquished his green card in 2016 in protest against the election of former President Donald Trump. Share this story

Aliko Dangote , Africa's wealthiest individual, has reached a net worth of $30 billion as of October 23, 2025, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This significant milestone caps a strong year for the Nigerian magnate, whose fortune has swelled by $2.16 billion since the start of the year.  ________________________________ RELATED : [GRAPHIC VIDEO] Dangote Truck Kills 10, Including Pregnant Woman in Ondo State¡¡¡ (Viewer Discretion Advised) ________________________________ Just days before hitting the mark, Dangote's net worth stood at $29.8 billion. A recent surge saw a $430 million valuation gain help push him over the edge. The impressive financial rise aligns with the continued expansion of the Dangote Group's industrial empire, notably the completion of a major cement plant in Côte d’Ivoire. Located in Attingué, about 30 km north of Abidjan, the $160 million facility spans 50 hectares and boasts an annual capacity of three million metric tonnes....

At least ten people, including a pregnant woman, were reportedly killed in a tragic road accident that occurred in Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State , on Wednesday evening. ____________________ ____________________ The fatal incident involved a Dangote truck loaded with cement, which is alleged to have lost control and rammed into a row of shops along the Owo - Akungba- Ikare Akoko expressway.  The devastating crash has plunged residents and students of the nearby Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) into deep mourning. Eyewitnesses recounted the horror, suggesting the truck driver lost control, swerved off the road, and ploughed into the roadside structures. One witness confirmed that the lifeless body of a yet-to-be-identified pregnant woman was later recovered from under the vehicle. Conflicting Casualty Figures The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Samuel Ibitoye, confirmed the incident, stating the accident involved a cement-laden Dangote truck that ...

Billionaire businessman, Dr. Cosmas Maduka , has strongly criticized the growing popularity of the slang “ money na water ”, which many use to justify reckless spending and the public display of wealth. Speaking at a public forum, the founder of Coscharis Group condemned the trend of spraying money at parties and flaunting riches, describing it as a “dead value system” that erodes societal morals and misguides the younger generation. “Show me any truly wealthy person who says ‘money na water.’ I’ve never heard Tony Elumelu say it, I’ve never heard Femi Otedola say it, and I’ve never said it myself,” Maduka stated. “When I attend an event and people start throwing money around, I quietly excuse myself. You won’t see me again because these are dangerous cultural habits we have adopted,” he added. Maduka emphasized that genuine wealth breeds humility, not noise. “When we were growing up, rich people didn’t show off. Those making noise today haven’t made real mone...

The Super Eagles secured a vital victory at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium yesterday, defeating Benin and keeping their FIFA World Cup dreams alive, though they will have to navigate a tricky playoff route. Needing to overturn a three-point deficit and a two-goal disadvantage against group leaders Benin, Nigeria seized control before the break, establishing a crucial two-goal lead thanks to a brace from star striker Victor Osimhen. Osimhen Hat-Trick Fired the Super Eagles into Playoff Hunt as the Galatasaray forward, who was the subject of intense European club interest last summer, completed his stunning hat-trick just six minutes into the second half, momentarily settling Nigerian nerves. However, it wasn't until Frank Onyeka's injury-time strike that the home crowd could breathe a collective sigh of relief, confirming the result needed to put them back in contention. Despite the impressive performance, Nigeria failed to clinch the automa...

Effective January 2026, the Nigerian Government will start collecting taxes from Crypto. This new law works such that you're only paying taxes only when you make profits from Cryptocurrencies. See the Tax Percentage for each earning band below..... Responsive Tax Table Annual Income Tax Rate ₦800,000 ($537.54) 0% ₦2.2 million ($1,478.24) 15% ₦9 million ($6,047.33) 18% ₦13 million ($8,735.03) 21% ₦25 million ($16,798.14) 23% ₦50 million ($33,596.28) 25% If you invest $2,000 (₦2.93 million) in bitcoin and later sell it for $4,000 (₦5.86 million ), your profit of $2,000 (₦2.93 million) becomes taxable un...

Billionaire investor Tony Elumelu , Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), is set to earn a total dividend of N1.68 billion following the bank’s interim payout of 25 kobo per share for the first half of 2025. His direct shareholding will yield approximately N375.4 million, while his indirect holdings will contribute an additional N1.3 billion. The combined payout reinforces Elumelu’s status as one of Nigeria’s most consistent dividend earners. UBA’s latest interim dividend marks a reduction from the record N2.00 per share distributed in the same period of 2024.

Africa's Richest Man, Aliko Dangote was interviewed by Francine Lacqua of Bloomberg News. In this interview he gave insights on how he had to prioritise his refinery over purchasing Arsenal & More......

The  Nigerian Federal Government has announced that Tax Identification (Tax ID) will become compulsory for all Nigerians involved in banking and allied services from January 1, 2026. The new directive is part of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025, recently signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. Under Part II Section 4 of the Act, all taxable individuals and organizations must register with the relevant tax authority and obtain a Taxpayer Identification Card. The Act further stipulates that every ministry, department, and agency at federal, state, or local levels must also secure a Tax ID. Non-resident individuals or entities supplying taxable goods or services in Nigeria are equally mandated to obtain one. The law empowers tax authorities to issue a Tax ID on behalf of those who fail to apply, or to reject applications if available information warrants such action. Applicants must be notified of any refusal within five working days. In addition, Section 8 of th...

Nollywood star actress Funke Akindele’s second marriage to rapper and filmmaker AbdulRasheed Bello aka JJC Skillz has crashed.  The marriage which produced two children lasted for six years.  JJC announced the end of the union via his official Instagram handle on Thursday morning. He wrote..... Dear Friends and family, I need to let you know that Funke and I have separated. While it lasted, we shared many things and have created two beautiful children. “The last two years have been tough for us. I have tried my best to fix things, but I believe it is beyond repair. 3 months ago and at Funke’s insistence, I moved out of the house and, apart from AMVCA, have not been able to get Funke to sit down amicably to discuss the future of our relationship.” “I’m making this announcement, so the public knows we are both pursuing separate lives. We still have issues that need to be addressed, such as the custody and wellbeing of our children, wh...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared APC's Biodun Oyebanji the winner of the 2022 Ekiti state governorship election. According to the electoral body, Oyebanji polled a total of 187,057 votes to defeat his two closest challengers, Segun Oni of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) who polled a total of 82 211 and Bisi Kolawole of the People’s Democratic Party who polled a total of 67,457 votes. Out of the 360,753 votes cast, the total valid votes in the election were 351,865. Oyebanji is now set to replace incumbent governor, Kayode Fayemi in October.

Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has emerged as the running mate to the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar. Mr. Okowa’s nomination was announced and confirmed by Atiku himself on Thursday at an unveiling event of his running mate held in Abuja. Following the announcement, Okowa will thereafter be screened by a committee already setup for that purpose. Recall that Wike, who has been the foreman in the radar of the PDP heavyweights was speculated to be selected as the vice presidential candidate of the main opposition party, was rumoured to have been selected as Atiku’s running mate. Read Also : PDP panel approves Rivers State Gov. Wike as Atiku's running mate

The National Advisory Committee, an ad-hoc panel set up by the Peoples Democratic Party PDP to recommend a suitable running mate for its Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has recommended Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike as running mate. According to the Nation, the verdict was reached on Tuesday June 14. Wike was picked following a voice vote. He polled 16 votes out of 20. Three other governors, Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta state, Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu state were dropped for the Rivers governor.

A cross-section of men in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has said that the sperm donation business in the country is not lucrative. In separate interviews on Monday in Abuja, they said selling sperm was less profitable in Nigeria when compared to other countries.According to Kalu Ekene, a lawyer, the procedure of donating sperm is stressful, and when compared with the money, it is a waste of time.  “The procedure is ridiculous. I was told I would be paid N150,000 for each donation, but this will be after I have successfully fulfilled all medical requirements,” explained Mr Ekene.  He said donors must undergo medical examinations such as HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, sickle cell and some other sexually transmitted diseases before they can sell their sperms.  “The money for the test and check-up was more than what I will be paid,” noted Mr Ekene. “I found it to be a waste of time. Sperm bankers in Nigeria should...

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Tuesday, sentenced two drug traffickers, Chibunna Patrick Umeibe and Emeka Alphonsus Ezenwane, who were linked to the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP, Abba Kyari, to six years imprisonment. The court, in a judgement that was delivered by trial Justice Emeka Nite, convicted Umeibe and Ezenwanne on counts 5, 6 and 7 of the drug trafficking charge the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, preferred against them. It will be recalled that the duo, who were arrested at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu while attempting to smuggle cocaine into the country, were on March 7 arraigned before the court alongside DCP Kyari and four other police officers- ACP Sunday J. Ubia, Insp. Simon Agirigba, Insp. John Nuhu, and ASP Bawa James.