The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has launched a scathing critique of the Bola Tinubu-led federal government and the Benue State authorities, accusing both of gross negligence in the face of unabated killings plaguing the state. In a hard-hitting statement signed by its President, Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, the CBCN condemned what it describedContinue reading "Catholic Bishops Slam Tinubu Government Over Benue Bloodbath, Decry “Grave Moral Failure”"
Farewell to a Legend: Highlife Maestro Mike Ejeagha ‘Gwogwogwongwo’ Dies at 95, Leaves Behind an Immortal Legacy
Renowned Nigerian highlife icon and cultural custodian, "Gentleman" Mike Ejeagha, has passed on at the age of 95, marking the end of an era in the nation’s musical and folkloric history.Ejeagha, the celebrated crooner behind the evergreen hit “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche (Gwogwogwongwo),” breathed his last on Friday evening around 8 p.m. atContinue reading "Farewell to a Legend: Highlife Maestro Mike Ejeagha ‘Gwogwogwongwo’ Dies at 95, Leaves Behind an Immortal Legacy"
Inferno Devours Over 300 Shops in Kano’s Iconic Phone Market, Billions Lost in Devastating Blaze
A catastrophic fire engulfed the popular mobile phone market in Kano State on Friday, reducing over 300 shops to ashes and leaving traders in shock and despair. The blaze, which raged uncontrollably for nearly seven hours, ravaged one of the busiest commercial hubs in Northern Nigeria, known for its thriving trade in mobile phones andContinue reading "Inferno Devours Over 300 Shops in Kano’s Iconic Phone Market, Billions Lost in Devastating Blaze"
Eid Mubarak: WALIN Ganye, Alh. Sadiq Mohammed, Extends Heartfelt Sallah Wishes to the Muslim Ummah
In the spirit of peace, unity, and gratitude, renowned elder statesman and philanthropist, Alhaji Sadiq Mohammed (WALIN Ganye), has extended warm and heartfelt Sallah greetings to the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.WALIN Ganye, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Shamad Concept Nigeria Limited and former Deputy Chairman of the NigerianContinue reading "Eid Mubarak: WALIN Ganye, Alh. Sadiq Mohammed, Extends Heartfelt Sallah Wishes to the Muslim Ummah"
“Sallah Without Rams”: Soaring Prices Force Nigerians to Share Cows, Settle for Chickens Amid Economic Hardship Under Tinubu
As Nigerian Muslims join their counterparts across the globe in celebrating Eid-el-Kabir today, Friday, June 6, 2025, the traditional spectacle of ram sacrifices is fading fast. In its place, chickens, shared cows, and solemn prayers have taken over—a stark reminder of the deepening economic despair under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration.Across major livestock markets inContinue reading "“Sallah Without Rams”: Soaring Prices Force Nigerians to Share Cows, Settle for Chickens Amid Economic Hardship Under Tinubu"
Tinubu to Nigerians at Eid-el-Kabir: “The Era of Renewed Prosperity Has Begun”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to Nigerian Muslims and the global Islamic community as they mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, assuring citizens that the long-promised dawn of renewed hope and national prosperity is finally breaking.In a statement released on Thursday, June 5, 2025, the President described the sacred festival as a powerful reminderContinue reading "Tinubu to Nigerians at Eid-el-Kabir: “The Era of Renewed Prosperity Has Begun”"
NSCDC Accuses Police of Aiding Illegal Miners, Orchestrating Attempted Murder — Petitions Senate for Urgent Intervention
In a dramatic escalation of inter-agency conflict, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has filed a formal petition to the Nigerian Senate, accusing the Nigeria Police Force of not only aiding illegal mining operations in Nasarawa State but also orchestrating an attempted murder of its officers.The explosive petition, dated June 2, 2025, andContinue reading "NSCDC Accuses Police of Aiding Illegal Miners, Orchestrating Attempted Murder — Petitions Senate for Urgent Intervention"
Professor Jibril Aminu: Celebrated Scholar, Controversial Statesman, and Nigeria’s Enduring Enigma Passes On
Nigeria has lost one of its most influential yet controversial figures—Professor Jibril Aminu, a renowned cardiologist, statesman, and academic titan whose life journey straddled medicine, education, diplomacy, and politics.The death of the former Minister of Education and Petroleum was confirmed by a family member, Abdullahi Adamu Prambe, who serves as Adamawa State Commissioner for HousingContinue reading "Professor Jibril Aminu: Celebrated Scholar, Controversial Statesman, and Nigeria’s Enduring Enigma Passes On"
Chaos in Abraka: Delta State University Shuts Down Amid Deadly Clashes and Kidnapping Crisis
Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has indefinitely suspended all academic activities following a surge in violent clashes and a worsening wave of kidnappings that have plunged the university town into turmoil.The Vice Chancellor, Professor Samuel Asagba, announced the emergency suspension in an official statement released on Wednesday, citing rising insecurity and the need to protectContinue reading "Chaos in Abraka: Delta State University Shuts Down Amid Deadly Clashes and Kidnapping Crisis"
🔒 DJs on Notice: Nigerian Copyright Commission Declares Crackdown on Unlicensed Music Use
In a bold move to protect intellectual property rights and enforce copyright laws, the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has issued a stern warning to disc jockeys (DJs) across the country.Announced via the official Nigerian Stories X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Commission emphasized that DJs who publicly perform music without securing proper licenses or obtaining permissionContinue reading "🔒 DJs on Notice: Nigerian Copyright Commission Declares Crackdown on Unlicensed Music Use"
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