Saturday Magazine
31 Jan
In an industry where talent and hard work are essential, but not always enough, having a savvy business mind can make all the difference. One individual with such business savy mind is Ajayi-Abdulhafeez, the driving force behind the success of Grammy-nominated musician
31 Jan
Afrobeats lovers and music enthusiasts have a new anthem to add to their playlists as Bullion Records’ rising star, Abdul Rahman Yusuf, popularly known as Harcher, officially releases his much-anticipated single, Peace, today Friday, 31 January, 2025, on all digital streaming platforms. Since signing with Bullion Records on December 6, 2024, Harcher has been on…
30 Jan
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Thursday said the continued stay
29 Jan
The Digital Scouting Africa (DSA) U-17 Talent Showcase, which kicked off on January 27 at the Inspire Sports Academy Arena in Oshodi, Lagos, has already lived up to its billing as a groundbreaking platform for young African footballers. On Day 3, Inspire Sports Academy, one of the event’s key partners, put on a masterclass performance…
29 Jan
Turkey-based Nigerian activist and blogger Beatrice Opeyemi, popularly known as Teni Omoologo, has denied allegations that she received ₦1 million from Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot Adebayo, to disrupt the campaign for justice for the late singer. The controversy stems from claims that Teni was financially induced to suppress the movement seeking accountability for Mohbad’s death. However,…
29 Jan
Members of staff and close associates of Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo have sent heartfelt congratulations to him and his wife, Oyindamola, as they celebrate their wedding anniversary today, Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The couple, known for their strong commitment to philanthropy and youth empowerment in Nigeria, have made their anniversary an annual occasion celebrated by family,…
29 Jan
Several years after leaving the country, former Green Eagles defender, Godwin Odiye is back in Nigeria’s sports circle.
28 Jan
Former Nigerian goalkeeper and midfielder, Ike Shorounmu and Mutiu Adepoju, have said the Super Eagles have everything to make an impact in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. Still, they warned that the team should not underrate their opponents. Nigeria’s Super Eagles are placed in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. The draw…
27 Jan
FilmOne, a movie distribution company, disclosed this through its instagram page, @filmoneng, on Monday. While Akindele bagged the first highest grossing lead actress for her film “Everybody Loves Jenifa”, Wunmi Toriola came second for her film, ‘Queen Lateefah.” Toyin Abraham clinched the third highest grossing lead actress with her movie , “Alakada Bad and Boujee”.…
27 Jan
Betty Otimenyin has assumed duty as the 49th and first female Commissioner of Police (CP) in Edo StateBetty Otimenyin has assumed duty as the 49th and first female Commissioner of Police in Edo State. Addressing journalists shortly after inspecting the guard of honour, Betty said the command under her watch will work to drastically reduce…
27 Jan
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will hand over another set of projects to Lagosians, with the formal commissioning of Old Ojo Road, (Phase 1) in Oriade Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Amuwo-Odofin Local Council, on Tuesday. Also to be commissioned are three other roads; Irede, Navy Town, and Mumuni Adio (Buba Marwa) roads, all…
27 Jan
Security was unusually tight on Monday morning at the Lagos State House of Assembly ahead of the day’s plenary. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a large number of security operatives were sighted at strategic positions at the assembly complex very early in the day. The security operatives included officers of the Nigeria…
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The Adamawa State Government has dismissed as false the recent claim by sacked Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Hudu Yunusa Ari, that Senator Aisha Binani won the 2023 governorship election in the state. In a statement on Sunday, February 9, 2025, Solomon Kumangar, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Strategy, criticized Ari’s repeated assertion,…
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Nigeria’s table tennis sensation, Matthew Kuti, has been included in the star-studded line-up for the 2025 African Cup, scheduled to take place in Tunis, Tunisia, from Feb. 25 to Feb. 27. A statement issued by the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) on Sunday, said that Kuti was listed by the Federation due to his growing…
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Dr Sam Adegboye, a Physician, has debunked the claim that frequent sexual activity reduces the risk of prostate cancer in men. Adegboye is the Assistant Chief Medical Officer and General Practitioner at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti. He debunked the claim in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in…
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Swansea put a dent in Bristol City's bid to reach the Championship play-offs as Josh Tymon clinched a 1-0 win at Ashton Gate on Sunday. Tymon netted with a close-range finish in the 55th minute after City goalkeeper Max O'Leary could only parry a Goncalo Franco shot into his path. City were denied by two…
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Benjamin Sesko and Xavi Simons scored first-half goals as RB Leipzig beat St Pauli 2-0 on Sunday to climb to fourth in the Bundesliga table. The duo assisted each other's goals as Leipzig secured their first league win in almost a month. Simons put Sesko into space on the counter-attack, before the latter calmly cut…
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stepped up its efforts to combat infrastructure vandalism, recovering an additional 10 stolen manhole covers. This brings the total number of retrieved covers to 125. The latest recovery was made in Dei-Dei, following a tip-off from a vigilant resident. The stolen covers were found hidden in a…
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The Police Command in Edo, has rescued one Osazee Okungbowa, who was kidnapped on Friday night in Owanoba community. The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, disclosed this on Sunday in Benin through a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Yamu said five armed men allegedly kidnapped the victim…
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President Donald Trump said in remarks airing Sunday that Elon Musk, who is presiding over a purge of US government jobs, will help find "hundreds of billions of dollars of fraud" in federal agencies. Speaking in a Fox News interview set to air before the Super Bowl football championship, Trump said the American people "want…
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The electricity crisis at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan has reached a dire and alarming point, with patients now resorting to bringing their own generators and solar inverters just to receive medical treatment. For a staggering 107 days, the hospital has been without power, forcing patients and their families to find alternative sources…
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Commodore Paul Ponfa Nimmyel has officially assumed duty as the Commander of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft, taking over from Commodore Rafiu Taye Oladejo. The handing and taking-over ceremony took place on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the NNS Beecroft conference room. It followed a send-forth parade held in honour of the outgoing commander.…