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Peter Obi Reveals More Details About His ‘UK Immigration Detention’
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has shared more details regarding his detention by the United Kingdom immigration authorities over a case of duplicated identity. According to Obi, the identity duplication started in Nigeria but he didn’t give it much attention until an expert explained further details about the implication of such to him particularly...
By Force Lyrics by ChopLife SoundSystem & Mr Eazi Ft Focalistic
ChopLife SoundSystem, Mr Eazi, Focalistic and Anatii Lyrics For the seventh track on Mr Eazi and ChopLife SoundSystem's new album, ChopLife Vol 1 - Mzansi Chronicles, they feature Focalistic and Anatii, the song is titled 'By Force' the lyrics to which can be found below. RELATED: Read 'Collect' Lyrics by ChopLife SoundSystem, Mr Eazi, Mellow & Sleazy ChopLife SoundSystem, Mr Eazi, Focalistic...
Eva Longoria Lyrics by Ozuna Feat. Davido
Ozuna and Davido Lyrics 'Eva Longoria' is new single off Ozuna's new album, AFRO, on this track he features Davido, read the song's lyrics below and sing along. Ozuna & Davido - Eva Longoria Lyrics IntroOh-ohAfro Pre-Coro: OzunaEn la combi nunca fallaDiablo, qué culo más cabrón tiene la galla (La galla)Yo no me sé su nombre, ¿es Sofía o es Natalia?Me gusta porque...
Nigeria’s Tax-to-Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ratio rose to ten point eight-six percent in 2021. In a letter by the Statistician-General of the Federation, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran, to the Federal Inland Service (FIRS), the new ratio followed a joint-review of 2010 to 2021 data by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), FIRS and the Federal Ministry of finance. It could be recalled...
Following months of speculation over the date to conduct the 2023 Election, Zimbabwe government has reportedly announced August 23 as the date to conduct its nationwide elections. It was gathered that the government’s official said President Emmerson Mnangagwa “fixes the 23rd day of August 2023, as the day of the election to the office of President.” Elections for the National Assembly...
The Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger Council of Traditional Rulers, Slh. Yahaya Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to pray for the newly-inaugurated leaders in the country at all levels to discharge their duties effectively to move the country toward a path of sustainable development. The royal father made the appeal at his Wadata Palace in Bida, Bida Local Government Area...
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced a set of new people to work with him in his second term. Makinde on Wednesday named Miss Ololade Ajibola as the Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) and Alhaji Akeem Azeez as Personal Assistant 1. The governor also announced Mr Samson Adejumo as Personal Assistant 2 and Mr Isah Kabir as Principal...
The NLC accused the NNPCL of bypassing it before announcing a new price regime for petroleum products following the removal of the subsidy. ...
Fuel subsidy: Tinubu holding ‘gun to head of Nigerians’ — NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress, on Wednesday, described the release of a new pump price for Premium Motor Spirit by the Nigerian National Population Company Limited as “an ambush.”The congress said through the act, President Bola Tinubu has put a “gun to the head of the Nigerian people.”The NNPCL on Wednesday afternoon confirmed it adjusted pump prices of Premium Motor...
Gunmen kill security agent, abduct 2 in Ogun community
Gunmen on Wednesday killed two persons, including a security agent in Awo village, Orile-Imo in the Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. They also abducted two persons during an attack on a farm in the village. The deceased was identified as Ogunrinde Saheed, an operative of So-Safe Corps in the area. The agency Commander, Soji Ganzalo, confirmed the incident to journalists. He...
Edo senator, Mathew Urhoghide, resigns from PDP
The Senator representing Edo South District, Mathew Urhoghide, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The lawmaker confirmed his resignation from the PDP in a letter addressed to the party’s Acting National Chairman, Mr. Umar Damagum, and made available to journalists in Benin on Wednesday. Urhoghide, who is also the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Account, said the...
  From Jude Dangwam, Jos PLATEAU State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has dissolved Chief Executives, Chairmen and Members of Commissions, Board and Parastatals with immediate effect excluding those in statutory Commissions as specified in the constitution. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary Policy and General Services, Mr. Peter Wuyep for the Secretary to the Government of Plateau State yesterday, directed...
MSport football challenge: Road to final 2023
  MSport, the top-rated online betting platform in Africa, has just concluded its second edition of the MSport Football Challenge event, themed “Road to Final 2023,” which took place on April 30th, 2023, at the Campos Memorial Stadium, Lagos Island. MSport customers from Nigeria gathered in Lagos to compete for the one-million-naira grand prize, making it a fun and exciting event. As...
The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed Sgt. Ekpo Shimuyere attached to Sogunle Division for extorting a young man of N98,000. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson, while disclosing this to newsmen on Wednesday, said that the Provost Department of the command had already disrobed the dismissed sergeant. Hundeyin said the dismissed sergeant reportedly collect his victim phone and used a...
AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the Kwara State Governor and Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF)has felicitated the Speaker of the House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Yakubu Danladi-Salihu on the occasion of his 38th birthday. The Governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye commended the Speaker for his deft handling of the legislative business and all issues of public...
Just-IN: APC Women Leaders Kidnapped After Attending Gov Sani’s Inauguration
Two women leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have been kidnapped along Manini flashpoint of Birnin Gwari local governments area of Kaduna State on their way back home after attending the inauguration ceremony of the new Governor of the, Senator Uba Sani, on Monday. Chairman of Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressive Union (BEPU), Ishaq Usman Kasai, disclosed this during an...
Lagos Police Dismiss Sergeant Over N98,000 Extortion
A police officer identified as Sergeant Ekpo Shimuyere, attached to the Shogunle division has been dismissed by the Nigeria Police Force, Lagos State Command. Ekpo was dismissed for extorting a young man of N98,000. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin told newsmen on Wednesday that the Provost Department of the command had already disrobed the dismissed sergeant. According to him, the dismissed...
Fuel Scarcity: ‘I’m going back’, Tiwa Savage laments moment after arriving Nigeria.
Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has expressed regret over fuel scarcity in Nigeria as a result of President Bola Tinubu’s plan to remove subsidies. The Nigeria president-elect, Bola Tinubu on May 29, during his inauguration speech, declared that subsidies will be abolished under his reign. Tiwa Savage, who just came back from vacation in Brazil, expressed her frustration with the fuel shortage...
Hypo Toilet Cleaner Commissions New Set of Toilets in Lagos Baptist Senior Secondary School
Emmanuel Inyang, Assistant Brand Manager, Hypo Toilet Cleaner, Florence Modupe Sofela- Principal, Lagos Baptist Senior Secondary School, Orile-Agege, Adenaike Timilehin- representative of the Tutor general, permanent secretary of Education-district 1, Doyin Kalejaiye- Hypo Toilet rescue volunteer, Olori Olayinka Agbedeyi- wife of the Oba of Orile- Agege community during the commissioning of 8 toilet- units at Baptist Senior Secondary School...
Why I didn’t drop Cristiano Ronaldo from Portugal squad – Martinez
Portugal head coach, Roberto Martinez has revealed why he did not sack Cristiano Ronaldo from the country’s national team despite a row with the immediate past coach. The former Wigan boss became Portugal manager following his sack by Belgium after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Martinez was picked as the replacement for Fernando Santos who was also dismissed following their...
Fight nearly broke out in the house of an unfaithful guy after his girlfriend whom he impregnated met another lady in his house. A video which surfaced on social media shows her confronting the duo inside his room as she tried to find out what was happening. The girlfriend picked up a bottle and was threatening to use it on the...
The Upper Shariah Court of Appeal No. 1 sitting in Bauchi metropolis, has issued a bench warrant against the Dutsen-Tanshi Jumma’at Mosque Imam, Dr Idris Abdul’aziz, following his failure to appear before the court. Dr Abdul’aziz is standing trial before the court for alleged incitement of public disturbance and blasphemy, following a petition against him to the Police alleging that the Islamic...
President Bola Tinubu has met with Abdulrasheed Bawa, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday afternoon.   Although the specific agenda of the meeting remains unknown, recent events have might have likely influenced the meeting.   Just 24 hours ago on Tuesday, the Lagos office building of the EFCC was barricaded by...
Davido finally reacts to OON Award from Buhari
The significance of the OON awarded to Davido lies in the acknowledgment of his exceptional contributions to promote the country on a global scale through his platform ...
A sales representative, Dr Adeyinka Adekunle, said the previous administration had budgeted for subsidy till the end of June. ...
Putin downplayed the drone attack in Moscow because there’s not much he can do to retaliate, analysts say
Putin downplayed the drone attack in Moscow because there's little he can do about it, analysts say. The ISW said Putin typically resorts to missiles and drone strikes on Ukraine.  He likely chooses these methods because of Russia's inability to decisively win on the battlefield. Russian President Vladimir Putin was notably calm after Tuesday's unprecedented drone strike in Moscow, telling state media...
I’m the Russian warrior dubbed ‘Caesar’ leading rogue band of anti-Putin partisans – we won’t stop until we storm Moscow
THE commander of a band of anti-Putin Russian partisans has vowed to overthrow the Kremlin regime after leading his troops into Moscow. The freedom fighter- whose call sign is “Caesar” – leads the Free Russia Legion, who have been staging recent attacks against their motherland not seen since World War II. Rex Rex “We have serious capabilities,” Caesar told The Times. “We have...
Senate mourns Dokpesi, asks FG to immortalise him
 The senate has mourned Raymond Dokpesi, founder of DAAR Communications, and owner of African Independent Television (AIT) and RayPower.   Dokpesi’s death was announced on Monday. He was 71.   The upper legislative chamber asked the federal government to immortalise the late media mogul.   The resolution of the senate followed a motion sponsored by Francis Alimikhena, senator representing Edo north.   While eulogising him, Alimikhena said Dokpesi ventured into the...
Folasade Tinubu-Ojo adds ‘first daughter of FRN’ to Twitter bio
 Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, the iyaloja-general of Lagos, has added ‘first daughter of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (FRN)’ to her Twitter bio after Bola Tinubu’s inauguration as the president of Nigeria.   Tinubu and Kashim Shettima were sworn in as president and vice-president of the federation on May 29 at Eagle Square in Abuja.   Tinubu’s inauguration automatically confers the first lady title on his wife and his...
Bandits reportedly abduct APC women leaders in Kaduna
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have reportedly abducted two All Progressives Congress (APC) women leaders in Kaduna State. The victims – Lami Awarware and her assistant, Haulatu Aliyu, were abducted along the Manini road in the Birnin-Gwari local government area of the state and whisked to an unknown location on Tuesday. The Chairman of Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressive Union, Ishaq Kasai,...
OAP Nedu admits to encouraging married women to cheat
Nigerian on-air personality Chinedu Ani Emmanuel popularly known as Nedu Wazobia has admitted that he has once encouraged married women to cheat on their husbands. The divorcee made the admission during the latest episode of the ‘Honest Bunch Podcast,’ while recounting the story of a newly married woman who confided in him about her reasons for choosing to be unfaithful...
From Tony John, Port Harcourt Rampaging gunmen suspected to be cultists have shot dead six persons in Ahoada East and Ahoada West Local Government Areas of Rivers State. This incident occurred 24 hours after four persons were killed and two beheaded in the Rundele community in Emohua LGA by suspected cultists. Daily Sun gathered that in the latest development, a person was...
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met with the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. This is coming barely 24 hours after Tinubu ordered the Department of State Services (DSS) to vacate the Ikoyi office of the antigraft commission. Bawa who arrived at the Villa a few minutes past...
Nigerian Filmmaker, Kazim Adeoti has received love from his second wife, Mercy Aigbe, and her colleagues as he reunites with his kids. Kazim Adeoti says he had counted his blessings as he reunited with his kids from his first marriage. Taking to Instagram, the movie maker, who is in the US, where his four kids reside with his wife, expressed joy...
The Kwara State government on Tuesday signed two major agreements with the French government on a strategic partnership. In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary to the state governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, said the agreement involved the use of innovation hub for knowledge transfer as well as the development of the Lata grazing reserve for large-scale livestock production. Governor AbdulRahman...
JUST IN: ‘Gender Equity’ Bill Passes Second Reading at Senate
The Nigerian senate has finally passed for second reading, a bill seeking to eliminate all kinds of discrimination against women and persons with disabilities. In December 2021, Biodun Olujimi, senator representing Ekiti South, was forced to withdraw the legislation after some of her colleagues raised “socio-cultural and Islamic concerns”. It was agreed then that the concerns raised should be taken out...
BREAKING: Femi Adesina, Buhari’s Former Spokesperson Gets New Job.
9News Nigeria Former Special Adviser to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, will on 1 September assume the position of Executive Vice Chairman at The Sun Newspaper, 9News Nigeria can authoritatively confirm. Mr Adesina, who served as the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper before his appointment as Presidential spokesperson , told The media in an interview...
BREAKING: Femi Adesina, Buhari’s Former Spokesperson Gets New Job.
9News Nigeria Former Special Adviser to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, will on 1 September assume the position of Executive Vice Chairman at The Sun Newspaper, 9News Nigeria can authoritatively confirm. Mr Adesina, who served as the Managing Editor and Editor-in-Chief of the newspaper before his appointment as Presidential spokesperson , told The media in an interview...
Jude Bellingham has been on the radar of a lot of top football clubs in Europe as they look to strengthen their squad going into next season. The Englishman has been linked with a reported move to Real Madrid by a lot of sports media outlets for the past few weeks. However, the director of Borussia Dortmund, Sebastian Kehl has...
Nigerian singer, Jamopyper comes through with the release of his latest single entitled, "Whenever." On the new track, Jamo collaborates with the talented singer-songwriter, Chike. With their combined effort, the duo delivers an infectious and memorable performance that is sure to captivate listeners. "Whenever" marks another exciting addition to Jamopyper's growing discography, showcasing his versatility as an artist and...
Rick Ross wants to have fun with Ayra Starr when he visits Nigeria
American rap star, Rick Ross has sent a special shoutout to buzzing Nigerian songstress, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe aka Ayra Starr. The Hip Hop act referred to the Mavin signee as a beautiful superstar in a video which has gone viral on social media. Rick Ross said that when next he visits Nigeria, he would love to meet her and ‘celebrate like...
A video which stirred mixed reactions after surfacing online captures a suspected Yahoo Plus boy sitting inside a boiling hot pot. It is believed that he was boiling himself in the pot as a form of fortitification so that he would succeed in his trade. The video showed him sitting comfortably inside the big pot while the fire burned at a...
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in collaboration with the World Bank, under the Accelerating Revenue Mobilization Reforms Program (ARMOR), has initiated the modalities for migration from Fast Track Regime to Fast Track 2.0 (FT 2.0).   The system aims to reward compliance and facilitate trade by admitting traders based on their adherence to regulations and contribution to trade in Nigeria.   By introducing...
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company NNPC Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed the increase in the pump price of premium motor spirit (PMS) popularly known as petrol in its retail outlets across the country.   The national oil firm, in a statement signed by its chief corporate communications officer, Garba Deen Muhammad, said the price adjustments were in line with current realities.   Recall that LEADERSHIP...
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has lamented the excruciating fuel scarcity that has followed the removal of fuel subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. DAILY POST reported that Tinubu, in his inaugural speech as president, announced the removal of fuel subsidy which led to a nationwide scarcity of the product. Reacting in a video message shared via her Twitter handle recently, Henshaw...
Portugal manager Roberto Martinez has revealed why he did not force Cristiano Ronaldo out of the Portugal national team. The former Wigan boss became Portugal manager after he was sacked by Belgium after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Portugal also dismissed Fernando Santos following their defeat to Morocco in the knockout stage. Martinez decided to keep Ronaldo, who had fallen...
The hearing of the alleged N3 billion fraud charge brought against Ali Bello and three others by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has been adjourned to 17th and 18th of July for continuation of trial.  When the matter in the suit marked ABJ/CR/573/2022 (FRN Vs. Ali Bello and 3 others) was called for hearing on Tuesday, Counsel to Ali...
Alex Enumah in Abuja  The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, and his party were on Wednesday forced to request for a short adjournment from the Presidential Election Petition Court (PREPEC) hearing their case against the election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The request was occasioned by the sudden ill-health of two lawyers, whom they described as...
Evidence suggests the victim and the suspect knew each other; motive remains unknown. ...
Chidinma is facing nine-count charge including murder, forgery, and stealing ...
Sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell ‘living in fear of revenge beating after snitching on violent inmates’
GHISLAINE Maxwell is living in constant fear of a prison punch-up after she snitched on two violent inmates who were trying to extort her, reports claim. The disgraced socialite is said to have a target on her back after ratting out the pair for demanding items from her commissary order. GettyThe former socialite is so scared of being ambushed she...
COAS, IG, others should resign over insecurity — Agbakoba
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Olisa Agbakoba, has said the nation’s service chiefs, including the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Abdulrasheed Bawa, should resign from their positions.He said their resignation had become imperative to ensure that Bola Tinubu’s administration succeeds in its war against insecurity and corruption.Agbakoba, who made the call in an interview on Arise TV’s...
Graham Potter warned Chelsea against signing £106.8m midfielder
Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter did not approve the club’s decision to break the British transfer record in the January transfer window to sign Enzo Fernandez for €121 million (£106.8 million) from Benfica.The Argentine was brought in from the Portuguese side after he played a key role in Argentina’s World Cup success in Qatar.The midfielder had attracted strong interest...
Guardiola beats Arteta to Premier League manager of season award
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been named the 2022–23 Premier League Manager of the Season. Within the seven seasons the Spaniard had stayed at the Etihad Stadium, he has won the prize four times. Guardiola picked the award ahead of Mikel Arteta (Arsenal), Roberto De Zerbi (Brighton), Unai Emery (Aston Villa), Eddie Howe (Newcastle United) and Marco Silva (Fulham) to...
From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Long queues of motorists have resurfaced in filling stations in the metropolis of Kano State following Monday’s announcement by President Bola Tinubu that his administration would not implement the fuel subsidy regime. Daily Sun observed that many filling stations in the state capital, which were hitherto reputed for regular availability of fuel products, had been in lock...
MH Day: AHF, stakeholders, establish sanitary pad bank in Keffi, enlighten students on menstrual health
From Scholastica Onyeka, Makurdi AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), in partnership with stakeholders in Keffi Local Government in Nasarawa State, has established a sanitary pad bank to ensure the availability of sanitary pads for women and girls. The decision to establish the sanitary pad bank was reached at an event organized by AHF to mark the 2023 Menstrual Health (MH), Day, a...
Ayo Akinyelure, the senator representing Ondo central senatorial district has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His resignation was contained in a letter, read at plenary on Wednesday by the Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege, who presided over the session, saying his resignation from the PDP takes effect on June 11. He said: “This is to formally inform...
Muhammed Umar Bago, the Niger State Governor, has said that his administration will work jointly with Fulani herders to protect the forest and communities from banditry attacks ravaging parts of the state. Bago, while disclosing this during his inauguration speech in Minna, said the issue of insecurity will be handled with all the seriousness it deserves, adding that his administration,...
Those Who Worked for Tinubu’s Victory Will Benefit From His Administration – Senator Marafa
A former senator representing Zamfara Central, Kabir Marafa, has hinted that President Bola Tinubu will change the “reward system in government”. Marafa spoke on Tuesday night in Abuja at a meeting with members of the Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign council. The former senator said he had been asked by the president to thank the residents...
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