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Popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, has withdrawn the lawsuit he filed against the Ogun State Government and the Fusengbuwa ruling house over the selection process of the next Awujale of Ijebuland. The withdrawal was confirmed on Wednesday by the Vice Chairman of the Fusengbuwa ruling house and the family’s legal representative, Prof. Fassy Yusuf. He disclosed that Ayinde filed a notice of discontinuance […]

The national leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on churches across the country to observe the Christmas season with heightened security awareness. In a Christmas message to Christians and people of goodwill on Wednesday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said that while the birth of Jesus Christ represents hope, light, and God’s enduring love for humanity, the safety of worshippers must remain a top priority during […]

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has called on Christians to embrace Christmas as a season of love, gratitude to God, goodwill to neighbours, and renewed hope, saying such values are crucial for Nigeria’s healing and transformation. The monarch said living by the true spirit of Christmas would strengthen relationships, improve governance, and help build a better nation. “If we love with the spirit of Christmas in our […]

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star Davido has officially announced his decision to join the Accord Party, aligning with his uncle and Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke. The singer made the announcement via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, stating that he would be in Osun State to collect his party membership card at Imole House in Osogbo, the state capital. “I will be live in Osun to pick up my @AccordPartyNG […]

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to produce the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, in court on December 30 for arraignment over alleged N4.6 billion money laundering. Justice Emeka Nwite issued the directive on Wednesday after the EFCC failed to present Adamu in court to take his plea. The judge warned that sanctions would be imposed on the prosecuting […]

Nigeria began their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Tanzania at the Stade de Fes in Morocco on Monday. Goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman secured all three points for the Super Eagles in their opening Group C fixture. Nigeria started the match on the front foot, with Victor Osimhen and Lookman troubling the Tanzanian defence early on. The Super Eagles’ first […]

Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has shared insights into the principles that have sustained her success in Nigeria’s entertainment industry for nearly three decades. In a recent social media post, the award-winning actress stressed the importance of stepping outside one’s comfort zone, noting that hard work, consistency, and focus have been central to her personal and professional growth. “With each film project, I’m reminded that growth happens outside comfort zones. […]

The Federal Government has filed fresh money laundering charges against a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, over alleged financial transactions exceeding N1 billion. The 16-count charge was filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja and marked FHC/ABJ/CR/700/2025. The Federal Republic of Nigeria is listed as the complainant, while Hajia Bashir Asabe is named as a co-defendant. According […]

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of two large parcels of land designated for the Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Model Housing Estate. Justice Mohammed Umar gave the order while ruling on a motion filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The application was argued by ICPC counsel, Osuobeni Akponimisingha, and was not opposed by defence counsel, Hassan Liman (SAN). In his […]