Nicki Minaj has issued a new message appealing for compassion toward Nigerian artists, coming just hours after her controversial comments about alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria. Her earlier statement, made in the UK, generated mixed reactions some Nigerians accused her of damaging the country’s image, while others praised her for speaking boldly. Amid the debates, Minaj softened her tone in a new post on X, urging fans to approach Nigerian entertainers with wisdom and understanding. She said artists often have
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Nigeria needs international collaboration to fight terrorism, says Tinubu’s aide
Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Policy, has stressed the need for stronger international support in Nigeria’s battle against terrorism, saying the country cannot shoulder the burden alone. His comments follow the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Maga, Kebbi State, and renewed concerns over escalating terrorist attacks. In a statement posted on Wednesday, Dare highlighted the long-standing security partnership between Nigeria and the United States. He recalled how American special forces trained Nigerian naval units
Banditry: Kwara closes schools in four LGs, demands military base
Kwara State has directed all schools in Isin, Irepodun, Ifelodun, and Ekiti LGAs to shut down due to renewed security threats in the region. The Nigeria Union of Teachers announced the closure, saying it followed direct orders from the Ministry of Education. The decision came after a deadly bandit attack on a church in Eruku, Ekiti LGA, where armed men invaded during a thanksgiving service, killing at least three people and kidnapping more than 35 worshippers. The attack occurred just
Kwara Governor Seeks Security Reinforcement After Fresh Attack
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has called for an immediate boost to security presence in Ekiti Local Government Area especially around the Eruku axis following another wave of violent attacks on Tuesday. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor requested the urgent deployment of additional security personnel to reinforce the operatives already on ground. “The Governor has sought immediate deployment of more security operatives to support the existing security architecture in the
Enugu Senator Dies in UK, Senate Mourns
The Senate was plunged into grief on Wednesday following the passing of Senator Okey Ezea, the lawmaker representing Enugu North Senatorial District, who reportedly died in the United Kingdom while undergoing medical care. Ezea, elected under the Labour Party banner, was the lone LP senator from Enugu State in the 10th National Assembly. His death makes him the second serving senator from the South-East to pass away in under two years, coming after Senator Ifeanyi Ubah of Anambra State, who
“I’m Not Forcing Anybody to Be My Fan — I Don’t Need Broke Fans” — Burna Boy
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stirred reactions online after declaring that he doesn’t need anyone’s forced loyalty — and certainly not from people who are broke. Speaking during an Instagram Live session, the Afro-fusion artist made it clear that he has never pressured anyone to support him. “I force anybody to be my fan?” he asked rhetorically, stressing that being a fan should be a personal choice, not an obligation. His comments come on
Airline Says Investigation Still On Despite Apologies From VDM, Mr Jollof
United Nigeria Airlines has maintained that its investigation into the altercation involving social media personality VeryDarkMan and comedian Mr Jollof is still ongoing, despite both men releasing public apology videos. The clash, which occurred onboard a United Nigeria aircraft, caused delays and drew the attention of aviation authorities. PUNCH Online earlier reported that the pair could face possible criminal charges over the disruption. In a video posted on Instagram on Tuesday, Mr Jollof explained his side of the confrontation, stressing
Osimhen to Miss CAF Awards Ceremony
Victor Osimhen will not be attending this year’s CAF Awards in Rabat, Morocco, as the striker has returned to Galatasaray for an MRI scan on the hamstring injury he picked up while on international duty with Nigeria. Osimhen — who won the African Player of the Year award in 2023 — is shortlisted again this year, alongside Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and PSG/Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi. The scan scheduled for today will confirm the extent of the injury he sustained during
UNICEF Demands Immediate Release of Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls
UNICEF has called on the Federal Government to act swiftly and secure the release of the 25 schoolgirls abducted during Monday’s attack on a Government Girls School in Maga, Danko-Wasagu LGA of Kebbi State — an incident that also claimed the life of the school’s vice-principal. The organisation made the call on Tuesday following renewed concerns over the rising wave of school attacks in Nigeria’s Northwest. In a statement signed by Sussan Akila, UNICEF Nigeria’s Communication Specialist, the agency condemned