Wizkid Taught Me How to Navigate the Industry - Seyi Shay
In a heartfelt revelation during her appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, Nigerian singer and songwriter Seyi Shay opened up about the pivotal role Afrobeats superstar Wizkid played in shaping her journey through the music industry.
United Kingdom to Host African Development Fund Replenishment Pledging Session, Reaffirming Strong Support
In a significant move underscoring its commitment to Africa’s development, the United Kingdom has announced it will host the 17th replenishment pledging session of the African Development Fund (ADF) in December 2025. This high-level event will convene donor nations to determine financial contributions for the Fund’s 2026–2028 cycle.
Crisis Unfolds in PENGASSAN: Accusations of Undemocratic Conduct Against Festus Osifo
A major internal crisis has erupted within the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), as members of its Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) branch have formally accused the national president, Festus Osifo, and general secretary, Lumumba Okugbawa, of undemocratic conduct and constitutional violations.
N68bn National Arts Theatre Remodeling: CBN and Bankers’ Committee’s Investment in Nigeria’s Cultural Future
The transformation of Nigeria’s iconic National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, into the newly christened Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts marks a pivotal moment in the country’s cultural and economic renaissance. Spearheaded by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee, this N68 billion investment is not merely a facelift of a historic edifice, it is a strategic move to position Nigeria’s creative economy as a cornerstone of national development.
“They Keep Calling Me”: Tunde Bakare Reveals Pressure from ADC Leaders to Join Party
In a striking revelation during the maiden edition of the Citadel School of Governance Dialogue Series held in Oregun, Lagos, Pastor Tunde Bakare, founder of the Citadel Global Community Church, disclosed that he has been under persistent pressure from prominent political figures to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Nigeria 2027: Tinubu’s Team Attacks Jonathan Amid Political Unease
As
Nigeria begins to stir with early political maneuvering ahead of the 2027
presidential elections, tensions have flared between the camp of incumbent
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and that of former President Goodluck Jonathan.
The friction was ignited by a blistering critique issued by Tinubu’s team, targeting Jonathan’s legacy and performance during his time in office. This move has been widely interpreted as a strategic attempt to preemptively weaken any potential challenge from Jonathan, whose name has resurfaced in political circles as a possible contender.
Terrorism in Nigeria: Retired Generals Rally Behind Calls for State of Emergency
In a
significant development amid Nigeria’s ongoing battle against terrorism, a
coalition of retired senior military officers has publicly endorsed the call
for a state of emergency to combat the persistent threat posed by Boko Haram
and other insurgent groups.
This call was originally made by General Lucky Irabor (retired), former Chief of Defence Staff, who argues that Nigeria’s counterterrorism efforts have been hampered by a lack of political will and insufficient national mobilization.
Reno Omokri Makes Strong Case for Virginity in Marriage
Reno
Omokri, a Nigerian social commentator, author, and media personality, recently
ignited widespread debate across social media platforms with his emphatic
stance on the value of virginity in marriage.
In a series of posts and interviews, Omokri argued that a woman’s virginity is the greatest gift she can offer her husband, framing it as a cornerstone for building a spiritually, emotionally, and physically stable marital relationship.
Oshiomhole Warns Jonathan: “Only His Enemy Wants Him to Contest 2027”
In a
recent appearance on Channels Television’s “Sunday Politics,” Adams Oshiomhole,
former governor of Edo State and a prominent figure in the All Progressives
Congress (APC), issued a pointed warning to former President Goodluck Jonathan
regarding the 2027 presidential election.
Oshiomhole argued that any push for Jonathan to re-enter the political arena is not in his best interest and would only serve the agenda of those who do not wish him well.
Nigeria’s Oil Production Set to Reach 1.8 Million BPD Before Year-End - Insights from Ojulari
Nigeria’s
oil sector is poised for a significant rebound as the Nigerian National
Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) targets a production milestone of 1.8 million
barrels per day (BPD) before the close of 2025.
This ambitious projection was revealed. This ambitious projection was revealed by Bashir Ojular by Bashir Ojulari, the Group Chiefi, the Group Chief Executive Officer Executive Officer of NNPCL, during of NNPCL, during a briefing with a briefing with State House correspond State House correspondents following aents following a meeting with President meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential at the Presidential Villa in Abuja Villa in Abuja.
Defending Domestic Acts: Nigerian Lady Challenges Critics of Men Who Wash Their Partner’s Underwear
In a
recent wave of social media discourse, a Nigerian lady sparked widespread
attention by addressing a controversial topic: the criticism faced by men who
wash their female partner’s underwear.
Her message was clear, bold, and unapologetic, challenging societal norms and toxic masculinity that label such domestic acts as degrading or emasculating.
Nigerians Battle Cooking Gas Crisis as 12.5kg Cylinder Price Surges to ₦25,000
Across
Nigeria, households are grappling with a severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum
Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, as the price of refilling a 12.5kg
cylinder has skyrocketed to ₦25,000.
This marks a dramatic increase from the previous week's average of ₦17,500, triggering widespread concern and hardship among consumers nationwide.
