From Puff-Puff Seller to Government Chef: Oluwatosin Adejumo’s Unexpected Journey
In a heartwarming twist of fate, Oluwatosin Adejumo, a 30-year-old graduate of Home Economics with a Nigerian Certificate in Education, found herself transitioning from street vendor to government chef, thanks to a chance encounter with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke.
Google Slammed with $3.5 Billion EU Fine Over Antitrust Violations
In a
landmark decision that reverberated across the tech world, the European Union
has fined Google a staggering €2.95 billion ($3.5 billion) for breaching the
bloc’s antitrust laws.
The penalty, announced on September 5, 2025, marks the fourth major antitrust action against the tech giant by the EU and underscores Brussels’ intensifying scrutiny of dominant digital platforms.
Tragedy on the Kainji Reservoir: 60 Dead in Nigerian Boat Disaster
A
devastating boat accident in Nigeria’s north-central Niger State has claimed
the lives of at least 60 people, sending shockwaves through the nation and
prompting renewed calls for improved waterway safety.
The incident occurred on the morning of Tuesday, September 2, when a vessel carrying over 100 passengers departed from Tungan Sule in Malale district en route to Dugga for a condolence visit. Around 11 a.m., the overloaded boat struck a submerged tree stump near the Gausawa community in Borgu Local Government Area and capsized in the Kainji reservoir.
Nestlé Ousts CEO Laurent Freixe Over Undisclosed Office Romance
In a dramatic shake-up at the helm of one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, Nestlé has dismissed its Chief Executive Officer, Laurent Freixe, following revelations of an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate.
The Swiss multinational announced the decision on September 1, 2025, stating that the relationship violated the company’s code of business conduct and governance standards.
Nigeria's President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Nigeria Surpasses Annual Revenue Target Ahead of Schedule, Says President Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that his administration has successfully met Nigeria’s annual revenue target well ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery and fiscal strategy.
Speaking at the Presidential Villa during a meeting with founding members of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) and The Buhari Organisation, Tinubu attributed the achievement to robust growth in the non-oil sector and sweeping economic reforms.
Nyesom Wike, Hon. Minister, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory
PDP Clarifies: Anti-Party Allegations Alone Insufficient to Sanction Wike
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially stated that allegations of anti-party activities leveled against Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, are not enough to warrant disciplinary action without a formal petition backed by credible evidence.
Nyesom Wike, Hon. Minister, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory
Wike Declares War on Illegal Settlements in FCT, Says Poverty Is No Excuse for Criminality
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a firm warning to illegal occupants residing in shanties across Abuja, declaring that they will be evicted as part of a sweeping effort to restore order and enhance security in the capital city.
Speaking during his monthly ministerial press briefing, Wike emphasized that poverty cannot be used as a justification for unlawful occupation or criminal behavior, insisting that the government will not tolerate lawlessness under any guise.
Death on Duty: The Tragic Collapse of Dr. Femi Rotifa After 72-Hour Shift
In a heartbreaking incident that has reignited urgent calls for reform in Nigeria’s healthcare system, Dr. Oluwafemi Stephen Rotifa, a young and promising resident doctor at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), collapsed and died after enduring a grueling 72-hour shift in the Emergency Room.
The tragedy unfolded on a Monday morning in early September 2025, when Rotifa, reportedly battling malaria, retreated to the call room to rest and was later found unresponsive on the floor. Despite efforts to resuscitate him in the Intensive Care Unit, he was pronounced dead shortly after.
Reviving Karu: FCT Minister Flags Off Road Reconstruction Project
In a bold
stride toward infrastructural renewal, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has officially flagged off the emergency
reconstruction of the Karu Road, a 5.4-kilometre stretch from the Karu
Interchange to the Customs Clinic Junction within the Abuja Municipal Area
Council.
This initiative marks a significant milestone in the FCT Administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life in satellite towns and aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Datti Baba-Ahmed, Fmr. Vice Presidential Candidate of Nigeria's Labour Party
Datti Baba-Ahmed Alleges 2015 Power Struggle Fueled Nigeria’s Banditry Crisis
Labour Party’s 2023 vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has made a bold and unsettling claim about the origins of Nigeria’s ongoing insecurity, particularly the rise of banditry.
In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Baba-Ahmed alleged that certain political actors were so desperate to see Muhammadu Buhari become president in 2015 that they were willing to let Nigeria descend into chaos if their goal was not achieved.
Vivian Wilson, Estranged Eldest Child of Elon Musk
Vivian Wilson Opens Up: Life Without Elon Musk’s Fortune
Vivian Jenna Wilson, the estranged daughter of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has revealed that she lives a modest life far removed from the wealth and fame associated with her father.
In a candid interview with The Cut, the
21-year-old shared that she currently resides in Los Angeles with three
roommates, not out of necessity but because it’s more affordable.
Despite being the child of the world’s richest man, Vivian insists she has no access to his fortune and does not possess the financial privileges many assume she enjoys.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Tinubu Mandates Nationwide Health Insurance Across Government Ministries and Agencies
In a landmark move to bolster Nigeria’s healthcare system, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate implementation of mandatory health insurance across all federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
The directive, issued through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, aligns with the provisions of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act of 2022, which mandates universal health coverage for all Nigerians.
Nigeria Unveils New Curriculum with Full Subject List for Junior and Senior Secondary Schools
In a bold stride toward modernizing education, the Federal Government of Nigeria has released a comprehensive new curriculum for Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) students, set to take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session.
The curriculum overhaul is designed to equip students with 21st-century skills, emphasizing digital literacy, entrepreneurship, and practical learning.
