Nigerian artist Charly Boy has criticized the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), claiming they have no real intention of addressing the country’s issues. On August 7, 2024, he shared a video on Instagram featuring Nollywood star Kenneth Okonkwo’s recent interview on Channels Television, where Okonkwo criticized the government’s handling of fuel prices and economic hardship. […]
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Nigerian Immigration Officer Suspended for Soliciting Bribe from Traveller
The Nigeria Immigration Service has suspended Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II, Okpravero Ufuoma, for allegedly seeking a bribe from a traveller. NIS Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, announced the suspension in a statement by Service Public Relations Officer Kenneth Udo on Thursday in Abuja. Nandap condemned the officer’s actions, which were captured in a viral video, […]
Israel Revokes Diplomatic Status of Norwegian Envoys Amid Gaza Conflict
Israel has revoked the diplomatic status of Norwegian envoys to the Palestinian Authority, according to a statement from Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Thursday. Katz cited Oslo’s “anti-Israel behaviour” since the Gaza war began in October as the reason for this move. Katz stated, “I ordered the termination of any representation on behalf of the […]
NLC Demands Policy Reversal, Condemns Government’s Response to Protests
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the Federal Government’s handling of the #EndBadGovernance protests and called for an immediate reversal of policies causing economic hardship. During an emergency meeting on Wednesday, the NEC criticized the government’s violent response to the peaceful protests, which began on August 1, 2024, […]
Army Arrests Soldier for Killing Protester in Kaduna
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for the fatal shooting of a protester in Zaria, Kaduna State. According to Army Spokesman Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the incident occurred as the soldier attempted to disperse a crowd during a protest. The soldier, whose name has not been disclosed, fired a warning shot that led to […]
Presidency Clarifies Viral Video of President Tinubu as Old Footage
The presidency has confirmed that a video of President Bola Tinubu addressing Nigerians, which went viral on Wednesday, is an old recording. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy, clarified on his X account that the video in question is from a broadcast made last year. Onanuga noted that President Tinubu […]
Egypt Orders Airlines to Steer Clear of Iranian Airspace Amid Tensions
Egypt has directed its airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for a three-hour period early Thursday due to heightened tensions following recent escalations with Israel. The notice, effective from 01:00 to 04:00 GMT, prohibits flights over Tehran and reflects concerns over potential Iranian military actions. The heightened alert follows the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, […]
NCAA to Launch Consumer Protection Portal to Enhance Complaints Resolution
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is set to introduce a consumer protection portal by the end of the year to streamline the resolution of air travellers’ complaints. Capt. Chris Najomo, Acting Director of Civil Aviation, announced this initiative during the start of a two-day training for Consumer Protection Officers (CPOs) and airline staff at […]
South African Actress Connie Chiume, Star of Black Panther, Dies at 72
Connie Chiume, the celebrated South African actress renowned for her roles in Black Panther and its sequel, has died at the age of 72. Her family shared the news on Instagram, noting she passed away at Johannesburg’s Garden City Hospital. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Chiume’s career began after working as a […]
NNPCL Leaders Defend Against Economic Sabotage Allegations Before Senate
ABUJA – Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) executives and stakeholders have rejected allegations of economic sabotage in the oil and gas sector during a Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigation. The Minister of State for Petroleum, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, NNPCL Group Chief Executive Officer Mallam Mele Kyari, and NMDPRA CEO Engineer Farouk Ahmed presented their defense […]