‘I am a chosen,’ ‘Go warm Eba,’ ‘Steeze,’ and other slang that went viral in 2024
By Akanni Dorcas It’s no secret that Nigerians have always been a special breed, known for their ability to find humour even in the face of challenges. Whether it’s economic hardship or strict government policies that leave youths struggling to “breathe,” Nigerians never fail to inject wit and creativity into everyday life. Each year, new […]
Space and Man (5), by Afe Babalola
Where Does The Human Soul Go After Death? – Exploring Customs, Religious Beliefs and Practices Introduction Last week I discussed different religions and beliefs on the life after death. I narrated the beliefs and practices among Christians, Muslims, Buddhist and Hindus. The Hindus believe that the soul is tied in an endless loop of rebirths into […]
Gridlock cripples Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as one killed in Kara Bridge multiple-vehicles crash
The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway was thrown into chaos on Wednesday morning after a series of multiple vehicle crashes near Kara Bridge caused a total lockdown of the busy route.
Two arrested for killing 8-year-old boy in Delta
The Delta State Police Command has arrested one Mr. Destiny Ogbeh along with his master for the alleged killing of Progress Agidi, an 8-year-old boy suspected to have been murdered for ritual purposes.
Nigerian newspapers: Security agents make highway hell for us – Travelers
In today’s Nigerian Newspapers review program, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with travelers complain of security agents patrolling the highway as extortion and inconvenience set in during by the government operatives.
Pyrates urges juvenile boys to embrace reform, skills training
By Jeremiah Urowayino National Association of Seadogs, better known as Pyrates Confraternity, has urged children at the Juvenile Correctional Centre for Boys at Oregun, Lagos, to be law abiding when they are freed from detention, and insisted that they must take their skills acquisition training seriously to enable them become useful to society when released. […]
FG to establish youth bank to promote entrepreneurship
The Federal Government says it will establish a youth bank to offer loans, grants, and other financial products to support young entrepreneurs fostering innovation and job creation.
Olaolu Mudashiru: Friends demand justice, decry police inaction
By Dickson Omobola Friends of Dr Olaolu Mudashiru, better known as Dr Bob, son of a former Lagos State Military Administrator, Group Capt Gbolahan Mudashiru, retd, have expressed sadness over the lack of progress on apprehending the hit-and-run driver who caused his death. On December 11, 2022, Dr Bob was killed in a hit-and-run accident […]
Adebiyi takes over from Kofarmata as Permanent Secretary, ministry of works
The Federal Ministry of Works has welcomed a new Permanent Secretary, Engr. Olufunsho Olusesan Adebiyi, who succeeds Dr. Yakubu Adams Kofarmata.
Politicians, business moguls, others laud Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Alema of Warri, High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, on Monday applauded the Senator Representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Chief Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her large contributions to humanity ‘’The Ohi Ógu of Ebiraland, Chief Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, is a pillar and special gift to the family and Nigeria’’ the Alema of […]
Osun: Gov Adeleke seeks pardon for man sentenced to death over fowl theft
He wrote, “I have received the report of a case of a young man reportedly sentenced to death by hanging in Osun State for stealing a fowl.”
