Buhari has set Nigeria 60 years backward ― PDP
By Dirisu Yakubu – Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has flayed the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government, accusing it of turning the May 29 inauguration day anniversary into a day of grieving for Nigerians. This is as the party stated that having reviewed the stewardship of the All Progressives Congress, APC-led government in the past […]
We are not new P-Square, but we can be bigger than them – Shedstar, Jeffstar
By Ayo Onikoyi Fast-rising music duo, Shedstar and Jeffstar, have begun climbing the ladder to stardom with two singles already to their credit and early signs suggest that the future is bright for them in the fast-paced, dynamic industry. The two brothers, who hail from Anambra State just like the Okoye twins of the defunct […]
BBNaija Pepper Dem Reunion airs June 1 on Africa Magic
By Ayo Onikoyi MultiChoice Nigeria has announced the return of Big Brother Naija Reunion Show starring the housemates of the Pepper Dem Season on Monday, June 1 on Africa Magic Urban (DStv Channel 153) at 10pm WAT and Africa Magic Family (DStv Channel 154 and GOtv Channel 2) at 10:30pm WAT. Fans of the popular […]
Holy water, infant baptism unscriptural – Daddy Freeze
By Sylvester Kwentua Like a man on a mission, On-Air-Personality (OAP), Daddy Freeze may have taken it upon himself to criticize most of the present-day Christian practices that he feels are unscriptural. From criticizing the payment of tithes to pastors buying private jets, Daddy Freeze never stops baring out his mind on some church practices. […]
KingP shows why he’s king with new EP
By Ayo Onikoyi After breaking away from his former group, DConfam, which ruled the airwaves with songs like “Agbero” featuring 9ice, KingP has evolved into one of the most respected hitmakers ruling the airwaves with back to back hit tracks and collaborations. His next project an Extended Play (EP) entitled “Kinging” is a further attestation […]
After listening to Whitney Houston, I knew I’d be a musician – Jamila
By Ayo Onikoyi After kicking off her music career at the age of 17 in Abuja, US-based Nigerian singer/songwriter, Jamila has refined her craft and is now ready to introduce herself to a global audience with her latest single, Black and Blue. Blessed with a soothing, evocative voice, Jamila confidently addresses the human experience in […]
President Buhari: Five years on
By Dr. Ugoji Egbujo It’s been five years of President Buhari. The second leg has started like the first. A few months after being sworn-in in 2015, oil prices crashed. The new president faced an economic challenge against which the nation was defenceless because she had no buffer in savings. As if the oil price […]
Low self-esteem makes body shaming thrive – Weight loss expert, Busayo Sulieman
The road is losing weight is quite long and bumpy, one that requires a lot of self-denial. Weight-loss expert, Amdalat Busayo Sulieman delves into the world of getting the right body size and associated issues. Excerpt So tell us how it all began? It all began with the desire to solving weight loss problems and […]
COVID-19: Hard choices
By Francis Ewherido The Corona Virus (COVID-19) is one visitor that is not in a hurry to depart. It has taken up residence on mother earth at least for now. The lockdown that was imposed when the virus hit our shores is being gradually lifted. Another lockdown is unlikely and not even sensible because it […]
Gov Emmanuel commissions 300-bed space Isolation centre
By Chioma Onuegbu, Uyo Governor Udom Emmanuel yesterday commissioned a 300- bed space infectious disease Isolation and treatment center, Ituk Mbang, Uruan local government area as part of activities to mark the first anniversary of his second term in office. Speaking at the inauguration of the project on Friday, Emmanuel assured that the center which […]
Gov Emmanuel vows to investigate NDDC director’s death
By Chioma Onuegbu, Uyo Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom state has vowed to investigate the sudden death of the Acting Executive Director, Finance and Administration of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Ibanga Bassey Etang. Emmanuel made the vow during the commissioning of the 300-bed Isolation Centre in Ituk Mbang on Friday, following reports […]
Confronting Digital Gap: Uchechi Unamma’s YCC conference prepares Nigerian youth for post-pandemic tech careers
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, while much of the world focused on short-term crisis management, Uchechi Unamma was looking ahead
OFFICE COMPLEX- We look forward to the release of all our equipment ― NIDCOM
By: Victoria Ojeme Nigerians in Diaspora Commission at the weekend called on all Heads of Ministries, department and agencies to apply emotional intelligence at all times in the service of the administration and the nation. In a statement made available to journalists, signed by the public Relation officer Abdur-Rahman Balogun, called for the release of […]
Kaduna CAN suggests how to worship in Pandemic
…….bans handshakes, hugging …….assures El-Rufa’i of healthy reopening of Churches By Ibrahim HassanWuyo The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kaduna State Chapter has assured the state government that it has adopted modalities of a healthy reopening of churches in the state amidst COVID-19. CAN In a letter to the state government signed by the Chairman, […]
Environmentalist makes case for wetland
An environmentalist has said wetland is more beneficial to the ecosystem than buildings. Mr. Adedamola Ogunsesan, Project Manager, Lekki Conservation Foundation, LCF, said this during a zoom programme organised by Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, to mark World Biodiversity Day celebration. According to him, there was a need to integrate urban development, […]
COVID-19 patients who undergo surgery risk post-operative death — Study
In a study published in The Lancet, researchers found that amongst SARS-CoV-2 infected patients, who underwent surgery, mortality rates approach those of the sickest patients admitted to intensive care after contracting the virus.
