Britain on Wednesday became the first country in the world to approve AstraZeneca and Oxford University’s low-cost Covid vaccine, raising hopes it will help tackle surging cases and ease pressure on creaking health services. The independent Medicines and Healthcare products and Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said the vaccine “met its strict […]
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D’banj Buys Customized Roll Royce Wraith (Photos)
The music star is known for his expensive and luxurious cars. Nigeria music star D’banj has gotten dilivery of a Rolls Royce Wraith according to a new clip on social media. The announcement was made by his protege, Cheeky Cheezy via his Instagram stories where he congratulated his boss on […]
I Am Tired Of Playing Gateman Roles – Jigan Baba Oja Cries Out
Nigerian actor, Jigan Baba Oja has cried out over the kinds of roles he gets in movies. The actor revealed that he’s tired of being cast as a gateman in movies. The comedian took to Twitter to ask movie producers to help his career by giving him other roles. He […]
WhatsApp Introduces Disappearing Message Feature
A new disappearing message feature has been added to Whatsapp. According to AFP, Facebook-owned WhatsApp revealed this on Thursday. The messaging service used by more than two billion people globally said it would enable people to choose whether to keep their messages or allow them to delete themselves after seven […]
Viral Video Of LASTMA Officer Dancing While Carrying Out His Duty At Ikeja Axis
A video has emerged on social media showing the moment a LASTMA officer broke into a dance while carrying out his duty. The LASTMA officer was carrying out his duties at the Ikeja axis when he broke into a dance. Some Ikeja residents have claimed the man is popular in […]
Two Rivers Varsity Students Suspended Over ‘Inciting’ Facebook Posts
Two students of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAEU) have been suspended for one academic session over their ‘inciting” posts about the institution on social media. The students are Sunday Idongesit Okpokpo of the Department of Political Science and Chibuzor Remmy of the Department of Educational Management. The Vice-Chancellor […]
900k PAID – Comedian Ebiye Celebrates After Clearing Car Debt
A comedian who was recently mocked online for buying car and not being able to pay up has finally settled his bills. Popular content creator, Victor Ebiye took to Twitter to announce that he has finally cleared off N900k debt on a Mercedes Benz acquired some months ago. Ebiye had […]
Abusive Husband Allegedly Smashes His Wife’s Car For Leaving Him (Photos)
A man who is said to be an abusive husband has reportedly smashed his his wife’s car because she dumped him in South Africa. An eyewitness who alleged that she was riding with the man’s estranged wife, said he smashed her car and drove off. She further revealed that after […]
NBA Reacts to Alleged Masacre Of IPOB Members By Military In Rivers
Following allegations of genocide by the Nigerian military against members of the Indigenous People of Biafra in Rivers state, a fact-finding team has been setup by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). The NBA on Thursday set up the fact-finding team for Oyigbo in Rivers State due to reports of alleged […]
Marry A Girl You Can Afford And Stop Saying Women Love Money” – Actress Chidinma Aneke Warns Men
One of the Aneke twins, Chidinma has a piece of advice for men who says women love money. The Nollywood actress stated that there’s a woman for every man and advised men to go for the ones they can afford. She proceeded to ask men if they love poverty.
Real Madrid In Talks With Ramos Over A New Deal
Real Madrid is in talks with Sergio Ramos over a new deal for the captain. Ramos will be out of contract at the Bernabeu next summer and he is free to talk to the overseas club about a possible move in January. Real Madrid is reluctant to offer Ramos a […]
Hoodlums Attack Iwo LG Secretariat, Osun.
Some hoodlums have caused serious mayhem in Osun state, it has been reported. According to The PUNCH, the hoodlums on Saturday attacked Iwo Local Government Secretariat in Osun State. During the attack, the hoodlums damaged properties and set a vehicle ablaze, sources at the Oluwo of Iwoland’s palace confirmed. Eyewitnesses […]
Hoodlums Loot Senator Gershom Bassey’s Family House In Calabar, Set It Ablaze
Senator Gershom Bassey’s residence in Calabar being looted by hoodlums in broad day light, after hoodlums overpowered security men attached to the residence & almost collected their guns.
#EndSARS: Nigerian Governors Call For Judicial Panel, End To Protests
Following the on-going protest against Police brutality and extra-judicial killings, the Nigeria Governors Forum on Monday has called for a judicial commission of inquiry to review cases against the recently dissolved SARS operatives in the country. The governors appealed to #EndSARS protesters to end the protests to prevent hoodlums from […]
Nigerian Soldiers Kill Five Protesting Secondary School Students In Taraba.
A resident of the community told SaharaReporters that some students of the school mobilised themselves and protested the arrest of their teacher. At least five students of Holy Ghost Secondary School, Pave Chanchji, in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State have been killed by a special force of the […]
Victor Moses Joins New Club
Former Super Eagles star, Victor Moses has joined Spartak Moscow on a season long loan from premier league side Chelsea, FCNaija can confirm. The Nigerian was seen as surplus to requirement by Blues manager, Frank Lampard which led to him signing for the Russian side on loan with an option […]
#End SARS: We Are Following Protests In Nigeria – United Nations.
On Thursday, October 15, the United Nations announced that they are following the on-going #EndSARS protest currently kicking against police brutality in Nigeria. Secretary-General António Guterres, commended the government’s decision to undertake “broader reforms” in the Nigeria Police. Guterres spoke through his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, in New York. The UN […]
Messi Rejected 250m Euros To Join Real Madrid.
According to reports, Lionel Messi rejected a move to Real Madrid despite a 250 million Euro deal on offer. The Argentine has been a focal point for the Catalan giants since the departure of Brazil legend Ronaldinho who left the club in 2008. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez back was […]
Mc Oluomo: Let Me Lose All I Worked For If I Sent Thugs To Beat Up Protesters.
was reported earlier that Some Hoodlums attacked the Endsars protesters in Alausa Ikeja, It has circulated all round the internet and many pointed fingers at the Leader of the state NURTW chairman as the brain behind the attack, Here’s a video showing mc Oluomo denying the Rumor, Not only that […]
Private Security Teams At Ikeja And Lekki EndSARS Protest To Ward Off Thug Attacks
Private security teams are now at Ikeja Alausa and Lekki Protests to ward off any further attacks from Thugs. This is coming shortly after the Alausa protesters were attacked this morning by thugs reportedly sponsored by the State. The Policemen on duty stood and watched while the thugs attacked protesters […]
EndSARS: Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq Joins Protest
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara state this noon join youths to protest against the notorious police unit, SARS.
Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde is mourning the loss of her mother who was preparing for her birthday.
Mrs. Abigail Makinde, the mother of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is dead. Speaking on the report, the Chief Press Secretary to Mr Makinde, Taiwo Adisa, told PREMIUM TIMES that the family will soon make an official statement on the death of the deceased. It was learnt that Mrs […]
Cristiano Ronaldo Tests Positive For Coronavirus While On International Duty For Portugal.
Superstar footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo has tested positive for coronavirus while on International duty for Portugal The Juventus striker is not suffering any symptoms, but is now self-isolating and will play no part in Portugal’s clash with Sweden. The Portugal’s Football Federation said in a statement: “Cristiano Ronaldo was released from […]
IGP Sets Up New Unit, Orders all Ex-SARS Operatives To Report To Force HQ
The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A. Adamu, NPM, mni has, today, 13th October, 2020, in accordance with Section 18 (10) of the Police Act 2020, ordered all personnel of the defunct SARS to report at the Force Headquarters, Abuja for debriefing, psychological and medical examination. The officers are expected […]
We Won! – Wizkid Seen Celebrating Disbandment Of SARS In London, Advises The Youth
Nigerians are euphoric after the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad was disbanded by the Inspector General of Police and popular singer, Wizkid is not an exception. Wizkid who joined the #EndSARS protest in London earlier, was caught on camera rejoining that the police unit has been disbanded following wide calls from […]
Police Arrest Woman Who Sold Her Newborn Grandson For N1.3M; Baby Rescued
IgbereTV reports that the Rivers State Police Command has arrested a woman, Antonia Amos, who allegedly sold her grandson at birth for the sum of one million, three hundred thousand naira (N1.3M) and rescued the baby. The Commissioner of Police (CP) Joseph Mukan disclosed this on Thursday, October 8, while […]
EndSARS: Mothers Hit The Streets Of Lagos To Protest Against SARS Brutality
Some mothers in Lagos State have also joined the ongoing protest against the brutality metted on Nigerians by officers of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS Many Nigerians are currently protesting against the police unit. The Special Anti-Robbery Squad is a Nigerian Police Force unit under the Force Criminal Investigation and […]
Man Utd Move Still Possible For Dembele
Ousmane Dembele could end up at Manchester United in the January transfer window, claims the Daily Mail. The Red Devils tried to put a loan agreement for the World Cup winner in place on deadline day and will retain their interest despite failing to get a deal done at that stage. source:- goal
Kuwait Parliament Endorses Sheikh Meshal As Crown Prince
Kuwait’s parliament on Thursday endorsed Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad as crown prince, after the new emir named him on Wednesday, the parliament said on its Twitter page. Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah assumed power as emir following the death of his brother Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad last week. Octogenarian Sheikh Meshal is deputy […]
Pope Francis: Donald Trump Is Not A Christian
Pope Francis, on Wednesday, said that President Donald Trump of the United States of America “is not Christian.” The Pope was reacting to Trump’s campaign promises to deport more immigrants and force Mexico to pay for a wall along the border. Francis spoke when a reporter asked him [Pope] about […]
Singapore To Host Cruises To Nowhere From November.
Singapore is launching cruises to nowhere from November, as the travel hub tries to kick-start a tourism industry battered by the coronavirus pandemic. Genting Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean International will run the pilot cruises, which have no ports of call and will operate at half capacity with stringent health […]
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Aren’t On FIFA…Again
The Super Eagles have again missed out on appearing in the latest edition of the popular EA Sports franchise FIFA 21 will released this week, and while gamers will be able to play as all of the world’s biggest clubs, they won’t be able to take control of Nigeria’s Super […]
EndSARS: Hakeem Odumosu Meet Protesters, Promise To Follow IGP’s Directives
Well done guys … The Lagos CP, Hakeem Odumosu attended to them and assured them that the IG’s directives will be followed in Lagos State.
Lagos Reveals Date When Light-Rail Will Start Working
The Lagos Light-rail under construction will become fully operational in 2022, according to information provided by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) on Tuesday. Mabimbola Akinajo, the Managing Director, in a statement, said she met with contractors and consultants handling the Lagos Light-Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Red and Blue […]
Former BBNaija Housemates, Venita Akpofure And Ella Fight Dirty On Instagram
Big Brother Naija stars, Ella and Venita Akpofure have clashed on social media exchanging blows over claims that someone is trying to use the other’s name to get attention. The fight degenerated when an Instagram user beckoned Venita Akpofure and other housemates to support Ella’s new Instagram account to get […]
Immigration Issues Advisory To Nigerians Traveling to UAE
A travel advisory has been issued by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to Nigerians traveling to United Arab Emirates (UAE). NIS said the advisory became important as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Public Relations Officer, Sunday James, released the information in a statement on Tuesday. He noted that passengers […]
33-year-old Man Caught Pants Down Defiling 7 Year Old Girl in His Wife’s Shop in Anambra (Photo)
A 33-year-old man caught allegedly raping a seven-year-old girl inside his wife’s shop in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State has been handed over to the police. It was gathered that the man, Ejike Kanu allegedly deceived the little girl and took her into the small shop where […]
Burna Boy And Rema Get 2020 MTV EMA Nominations
MTV today announced nominations for the “2020 MTV EMAs, and Nigerian singers Burna Boy and Rema have been nominated for the Best African Act. BET Awards 2020 winner and Grammy nominee, Burna Boy has once again been nominated in the Best African Act, a category he won in 2019. Other […]
APC Denies Plans To Replace Sanwo-olu With Abiru In 2023
The Lagos state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday said reports that Tokunbo Abiru, the party’s candidate for Lagos East senatorial district bye-election is scheming to replace Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2023 is the handiwork of the opposition in the state. Seye Oladejo, the party’s Publicity Secretary who said the […]
Governors Back SARS Ban
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has backed the decision by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, to ban with immediate effect the operations of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) and a range of other Tactical Squads of the Force. The NGF Chairman and Governor of Ekiti State, […]
Sunday Dare Urges Naira Marley Not Protest, Says The Issue Is being Addressed
The bird app has been set on fire following the announcement of the “MAFO” crooner to lead a peaceful protest against the excessive use of force by the SARS arm of the Police Force. However, following this development, Sunday Dare, the Minister of Youths and Sports Development replied Nairamarley on […]
FSARS Personnel To Be Issued Guns Only When Responding To Violent Crimes
In line with directives of the Inspector-General of Police on measures to curb the excesses of policemen attached to the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad, (FSARS), and other tactical units, the Commissioner of Police, Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad, FSARS, Imohimi Edgal, embarked on measures towards implementing the police boss’s directives. According […]
FSARS Reforms: Guilty Officers Arrested, Set To Face Disciplinary Actions – IGP
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Mohammed Adamu has reaffirmed his commitment to the ongoing reforms in the Nigeria Police Force especially as it concerns the activities of the Federal Anti-robbery Squad (FSARS) and other Special Tactical Units of the Force. The IGP made this known during a courtesy call on […]
Chelsea Striker Tenders Apology After Breaking Covid-19 Protocols
Tammy Abraham has issued a public apology after breaking coronavirus restrictions to attend his birthday party, along with England team-mates Ben Chilwell and Jadon Sancho. Chelsea striker Abraham, Blues colleague Chilwell and Borussia Dortmund winger Sancho are all due to link up with the rest of Gareth Southgate’s England squad […]
Kano Sharia Police Shave Men’s Hair, Arrest Keke Drivers For Improper Dressing.
Some youths in Kano State were arrested by officials of the Kano Hisbah Board on Saturday, October 3, for improper dressing, IgbereTV reports The officials also arrested commercial tricyclists for adorning their vehicles with photos of entertainers like Davido and Naira Marley. Photos posted on the official Facebook page of […]
The Lies Of FG Won’t End ASUU Strike – Chairman
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has said the alleged lies and propaganda employed by the Federal Government against the union will not force it to suspend the strike action. The union denied the claim by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, that it had suspended the […]
President Buhari Won’t Succumb To Threats Of Restructuring – Presidency Warns
The Presidency has reacted to the restructuring campaign which has gained grounds in the country in the last few days. In the statement released by President Buhari’s media aide Garba Shehu, the campaign was described as an “unpatriotic outbursts which are both unhelpful and unwarranted”. The presidency added that it […]
I Regret Supporting Kanu, With Him There Is No Hope For Biafrans – Asari Dokubo
Founder of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has expressed regret for supporting the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. According to Vanguard, Dokunbo claimed Kanu has derailed the Biafran struggle. The agitatir, who said he’s a Biafran and believes in its struggle, maintained that […]
Buhari Should Ask Nigerians For Forgiveness – Shehu Shagari’s Son Says As He Apologies To Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has accepted the apology tendered by the son of former President Shehu Shagari, Aminu. Aminu had apologised for helping dislodge the Peoples Democratic Government of Jonathan and has retraced his steps after accusing President Muhammadu Buhari of failing on his campaign promises. Jonathan said in a […]