By Ayomide Otitoju The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expelled former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and barred him from all party activities for 30 years, citing impersonation, political trading, and destabilizing conduct. In a statement on Monday, SDP National Publicity Secretary Araba Rufus Aiyenigba said El-Rufai falsely claimed to have joined the party and…
By Ayomide Otitoju The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has ruled out the possibility of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi returning to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), warning that such a move would pose significant political risks. Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Monday, ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi said Obi remains a key figure…
By Ayomide Otitoju The tenth season of Big Brother Naija officially kicked into high gear Sunday night with the unveiling of 14 male housemates, completing the 29-member cast and wrapping up a dynamic double launch weekend. The live show featured high-energy performances from Afrobeats acts Shoday and Taves, setting the tone for what promises to…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu on Monday conferred national honours on Nigeria’s Super Falcons for clinching the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title. At a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu awarded the team’s 24 players and 11 technical staff the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has warned that Nigeria’s growing debt burden is unsustainable and threatens the country’s future. In a statement posted on X, Obi criticised the recent Senate approval of $21 billion, €2.2 billion, and ¥15 billion in new external loans, along with a ₦750.98 billion domestic bond issuance. He…
By Ayomide Otitoju Telecoms giant Globacom has announced a comprehensive rollout of network infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving connectivity and service quality nationwide. The company is deploying hundreds of new base stations and expanding 4G LTE coverage to underserved areas. It is also relocating fibre infrastructure in regions affected by road construction, including Lafia-Akwanga and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Union Bank of Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive education by participating in the graduation ceremony of the Pacelli School for the Visually and Partially Sighted in Lagos on July 23. The event celebrated the academic achievements of visually impaired students, with the bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, commending…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Centre for Energy Governance and Accountability (CEGA) has lauded the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for securing presidential approval of 37 new crude oil evacuation routes, describing the move as a significant step in the fight against oil theft and a major boost to investor confidence in Nigeria’s petroleum sector….
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Falcons on their record-breaking 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, praising the team’s resilience and unyielding spirit. In a statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu described the Falcons’ victory…
