Month: June 2025

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Politics

Anambra Governorship Election: INEC Clears Soludo, 15 Others for November 8 Poll

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the November 8, 2025, off-cycle governorship election in Anambra State. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, a total of 16 out of 19 registered political parties will participate in the election. Prominent among the cleared candidates is the incumbent governor,

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News

Telecom Mast Collapses on Ogun Residence, Injures Occupants

Several people were reportedly injured and property worth millions of naira destroyed after a telecom mast collapsed on a residential building in Ogun State. The incident, which surfaced on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has triggered a wave of reactions online, especially following the circulation of a disturbing video that showed the extensive damage caused by the mast's fall. The video revealed a wrecked rooftop, broken ceilings, and damaged

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Politics

Amaechi Fires Back at Wike: “I Don’t Trade Words With Children”

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has responded to recent remarks by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, downplaying their political fallout and clarifying the circumstances surrounding Wike’s early political appointments. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Tuesday, Amaechi addressed Wike’s jabs, including the latter’s claim that Amaechi was not “hungry for food but for political relevance” — a swipe made in reaction

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New Releases

Eid al-Adha 2025: High Ram Prices Persist Despite Market Oversupply

As the Eid-el-Kabir festival approaches, ram prices across Nigeria remain very high, leaving many Muslim faithful concerned about fulfilling their religious obligation of animal sacrifice. Despite the influx of livestock into major markets nationwide, the cost of rams continues to surge, with some animals selling for over ₦1 million. Ram Prices Spike Nationwide From Lagos to Kano, Abuja, and Yola, ram prices are reportedly beyond the reach of many buyers.

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News

Oluwo of Iwo Declares Intention to Adopt ‘Alaafin’ Title, Plans to Notify Governor Adeleke

The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has announced his decision to adopt the title “Alaafin of Iwo,” stating that he will officially inform the Osun State Government of the change. The monarch made this known on Tuesday while receiving the newly installed Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, during a courtesy visit to his palace in Iwo. During the interaction, Oba Akanbi expressed admiration for the title “Alaafin,”

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News

Tinubu Administration Has Surpassed Previous Governments in Just Two Years — Minister Info

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has claimed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ad ministration has accomplished more in two years than any government before it. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at the first national dialogue on citizen engagement and national security, organized by the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Idris highlighted several achievements made under the current administration. “Just last week, we marked the second anniversary of

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Entertainment News

Anita Joseph Reacts in Shock as Two Lagos Socialites Reportedly Fight Over Female Partner

Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has shared her astonishment after reports surfaced of a heated altercation between two well-known Lagos socialites, over a shared romantic interest who turned out to be a woman. The dramatic incident, involving the two women unknowingly dating the same female partner, caught the attention of Anita Joseph, who took it to social media to express her mixed emotions about the evolving nature of relationships. In a

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Sport

Bruno Fernandes Opens Up on Turning Down £200m Al-Hilal Offer to Stay at Manchester United

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has revealed he declined a massive offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, choosing instead to remain at Old Trafford to continue competing at the highest level of football. Al-Hilal reportedly offered United a £100 million transfer fee and proposed a staggering three-year contract for Fernandes worth around £200 million, tripling his current wages. Talks between the club and the midfielder’s camp were said to be

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Entertainment News

Regina Daniels Accuses Angela Okorie of Pursuing Her Husband Amid Online Feud

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has alleged that fellow actress Angela Okorie once attempted to pursue her husband, businessman and politician Ned Nwoko, during a recent exchange on social media. The tension between the two actresses reignited following an Instagram Live session where Angela Okorie claimed to have forgiven Mercy Johnson and spoke about her battle with a serious illness. She also called on Mercy to apologize to those she had

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