In a resolute address to the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of plotting catastrophic attacks on Ukraine’s nuclear plants, warning of the dire consequences such actions could have for global security. Zelensky, dressed in his signature black polo, asserted that Ukrainian intelligence had uncovered evidence of Russia’s surveillance…
Oil marketers in Nigeria are seeking direct access to petrol from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, aiming to bypass the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) as the sole distributor of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). Under the leadership of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of…
Popular Nigerian rapper and activist, Folarin Falana, known as Falz, has confirmed having contact with social media personality Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, regarding the latter’s legal issues earlier this year. Falz, however, clarified that he refused Bobrisky’s request for financial assistance, specifically ₦3 million, which Bobrisky claimed he needed to secure a VIP…
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Wednesday, ordered an in-depth investigation into allegations of bribery within the Nigerian Correctional Service. While no specific case was named, the directive follows a voice note shared by social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, in which Idris Okuneye (Bobrisky) claimed his six-month sentence for abuse…
Wema Bank has been recognized as the best workplace for millennials, earning praise for its commitment to fostering a culture of innovation. The lender announced on Thursday that it had received the prestigious “Great Place to Work” certification for 2024-2025, marking the second consecutive year of achieving this honor. The certification, a globally recognized standard,…
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe has sustained a thigh injury just days before the highly anticipated La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid, the club confirmed on Wednesday. The French superstar was forced off during Real’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Alaves on Tuesday, appearing to suffer discomfort in his left thigh. Spanish media outlets suggest the…
Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has announced her decision to recuse herself from the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This decision comes after Kanu expressed a loss of confidence in the court, alleging that Justice Nyako had failed to comply with a…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged on Tuesday to intensify the military’s aerial bombardment campaign against Hezbollah, as Israeli fighter jets targeted multiple sites associated with the Iran-backed Lebanese group. “We will continue to hit Hezbollah,” Netanyahu declared in a statement following a visit to an Israeli intelligence base. “Anyone who stores missiles in their…
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has set October 31 as the date for delivering a ruling and judgment in the case seeking the removal of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Chairman, Chiedu Ebie, over allegations of wrongful appointment. The decision follows the conclusion of arguments from both sides, with parties…
