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16 Nov
Ohanaeze Youth Council, the youth wing of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has criticised Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for his alleged ethnic endorsement comments. The group's reaction followed a post on Atiku's social media handle, where he shared a photograph captioned: "The 'Ohanaeze Ndigbo' Youth…
8 Nov
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for discovering and promoting new musical talent. For many Nigerian artists, social media has been the gateway to a successful music career, allowing them to connect with fans, showcase their skills, and gain recognition from major industry players. Here’s a list of the top…
2 Nov
Mauritius on Saturday reversed its decision to block social media until its election that had been prompted by a wire-tapping scandal. The ban on social media had been in place for 24 hours, with users on the Indian Ocean island unable to access Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X. It was due to last until November…
1 Nov
The Indian Ocean island of Mauritius blocked access to social media on Friday, just days ahead of a general election as tensions mounted over a wire-tapping scandal. The shock move was announced by telecoms operator EMTEL, which said it was ordered late Thursday by the Information and Communication Technologies Authority to block access to all…
1 Nov
The General Overseer of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries Worldwide, Pastor Lazarus Muoka, yesterday, at the Chosen Headquarters in Ijesha, Lagos, said that social media is not a pulpit or church, but a place where people make their money.
26 Oct
Popular couple skit maker, content creator and influencer Neisha and Dequandrius Streeter are taking the social media space by storm with their hilarious contents. In a short time Neisha and Dequanddrius have grown what we can be considered a massive following across social media platforms; entertaing million followers with their unique blend of humour, lover…
15 Oct
Social media is everywhere—Instagram, TikTok, Facebook—you name it. It's an easy way to connect with friends, share moments, and stay updated on trends. But have you ever stopped to think about how much time you're spending on these platforms and how it's affecting your life? President of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN), Prof.…
13 Sep
At just 23 years old, MEXED—born Fares Moissi—has quickly become one of the most compelling names in the digital space. With a presence spanning platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram, MEXED has captivated millions through his thought-provoking content series, *“Can Someone Explain Why,”* where he questions the lifestyles and decisions of multimillionaires. What sets MEXED…
6 Sep
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised concerns over the growing number of social media attacks on its officials by individuals dissatisfied with election outcomes. The commission stated that the harassment of its staff is being fueled by fake news circulating on social media. Chief Press Secretary to the INEC chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, expressed…
26 Jul
It could be rightly said that we have witnessed the advancement of social media from mere information exchange space to virtual
10 Jun
Makuochukwu Ohabueze Destiny, better known by his social media moniker Real Don Daddy, has carved a niche for himself in Nigeria's content creation scene, blending evangelism with captivating social media storytelling. Hailing from Okija in Anambra State, Real Don Daddy has built a following not just for his creativity but for the powerful, faith-driven messages…
1 Jun
Social media platforms have been in the news of late for both right and wrong reasons, with even many calling for strict regulations of these platforms. For those who want the platforms regulated, they believe this will protect users from
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People have been talking about the proposed bill, discussing its potential, the concerns, and the necessary changes it could bring to Nigeria’s tax system. The Tax Reform Bill, with its proposed shift in the VAT derivation formula, is no small matter. The reform has the power to reshape Nigeria’s tax system and, by extension, its…
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Grammy-nominated Nigerian music star, Yemi Alade, has asked popular radio station Cool FM and Clout Africa, to remove her entire music catalogue from their playlists. The Johnny crooner, who earned a Grammy nomination in the Best African Music Performance category for her song, Tomorrow, took to X (formerly Twitter) on November 21, 2024, to express…
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Guinness Nigeria Plc, in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has reaffirmed its commitment to road safety and responsible drinking through the 2024 edition of its yearly Ember Months Campaign. The campaign, themed ‘Speak up against dangerous driving: Crashes kill more passengers than drivers,” underscores the need for collective responsibility to ensure safer…
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A Nigerian, Damilare Ajiboye Samuel, has filed a N50 million suit against the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) over alleged rights infringement. Ajiboye in his suit marked FHC/L/CS/1866/24, filed by his lawyer, Bayo Onifade, said his fundamental right to freedom of movement was violated. The applicant is asking the court for "a declaration that…
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Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Oluwatoyin Madein, has advised governments at all levels to adopt appropriate control measures and imbibe the culture of savings and viable investments to guarantee the availability of financial and other resources during the rainy day. The AGF who was speaking at the 2024 National Council on Finance and…
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The Senate This pledge was made on Thursday during a public hearing organized by the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund to discuss two bills: The Federal Polytechnic Onueke, Ezza South, Ebonyi (Establishment) Bill, 2024 and The Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri (Establishment) Bill, 2024 Representing the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio,…
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Bayelsa State Government has restated its commitment to partner investors to make the state a hub for agricultural development. Governor Senator Douye Diri stated this on Thursday when he received Dr. Sonia Darracq of the France Embassy, who is the Regional Agricultural Counsellor for Togo, Benin Republic, Ghana, and Nigeria, in Government House, Yenagoa.…
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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has assured that the upper chamber of the National Assembly will play an active role in the burial ceremonies of former Senate President, Dr. Joseph Wayas. Akpabio made this commitment when a delegation of Cross River State leaders, led by former Minister of Justice, Chief Kanu Agabi, paid…
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The Nigerian Defence Headquarters hopes that Simon Ekpa, the self-proclaimed prime minister of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will be extradited to Nigeria to face charges of terrorism brought against him. Director of Defence Information, Brig Gen Tukur Gusau, disclosed this on Thursday night, adding that the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Chris Musa,…
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has handed over the 76 Kano children who were discharged of treason felony by the Federal High Court, Abuja to their parents. Two were promised automatic empowerment with the state government while others were reinstated to schools. The children arrested by the police during the August 1st #EndBadGovernance protest in Kano…