The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has vowed that Nigeria will respond assertively to Canada’s refusal to grant visas to the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and other senior military officials.In a statement released by Iyogun Sunday, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Defence, Matawalle described theContinue reading "Nigeria to Retaliate Against Canada Over Visa Denial to Defence Chief – Minister Matawalle"
2Baba’s Shocking Engagement to Edo Lawmaker Sparks Family Drama – Mother Cries Out
Renowned Nigerian music icon Innocent "2Baba" Idibia has once again made headlines, but this time, not for his music. The award-winning artist, who recently confirmed his separation from his wife Annie Idibia, has proposed to Natasha Osarawu, a lawmaker from Edo State.The engagement, which was captured in a viral video, has sparked controversy, especially withinContinue reading "2Baba’s Shocking Engagement to Edo Lawmaker Sparks Family Drama – Mother Cries Out"
Binance Bribery Scandal: Nigerian Lawmaker Philip Agbese Dares Binance Executive to Provide Proof or Face Legal Action
Philip Agbese, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has strongly denied bribery allegations made against him by Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited. The lawmaker has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Gambaryan to either provide concrete evidence of the alleged bribery demand or prepare to face legal action. The controversy erupted whenContinue reading "Binance Bribery Scandal: Nigerian Lawmaker Philip Agbese Dares Binance Executive to Provide Proof or Face Legal Action"
U.S. Deports Undocumented African, Asian Migrants to Panama Amid Trump’s Crackdown on Immigration
The United States has begun deporting undocumented migrants from Africa and Asia to Panama as part of the Trump administration’s intensified immigration crackdown, according to internal federal documents obtained by CBS News.On Wednesday, a U.S. military flight transported Asian migrants in immigration custody to Panama, marking the first known deportation of this kind under Trump'sContinue reading "U.S. Deports Undocumented African, Asian Migrants to Panama Amid Trump’s Crackdown on Immigration"
Tinubu Approves Upgrade of YABATECH to University Status – Minister of Education
In a landmark move set to reshape Nigeria’s higher education landscape, President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a full-fledged university.The announcement was made today by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories. This transformation marks a significant step inContinue reading "Tinubu Approves Upgrade of YABATECH to University Status – Minister of Education"
Diplomatic Tensions: Canada Breaks Silence on Visa Denial to Nigeria’s Defence Chief, Senior Officials
Sahara Reporters has taken to its official X handle to announce that the Canadian High Commission in Nigeria has finally broken its silence over reports of visa denials to senior Nigerian officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa. However, while the High Commission acknowledged the media reports, it carefully avoided mentioningContinue reading "Diplomatic Tensions: Canada Breaks Silence on Visa Denial to Nigeria’s Defence Chief, Senior Officials"
Unizik Expels Student Who Assaulted Lecturer in Viral Video
In a decisive move to uphold discipline and academic integrity, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), has expelled Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, the female student caught on video physically assaulting a male lecturer.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, stating:> “BREAKING NEWS: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, has expelledContinue reading "Unizik Expels Student Who Assaulted Lecturer in Viral Video"
Afenifere Leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo Passes Away at 96: A Legacy of Courage and Advocacy
Nigeria has lost one of its most formidable voices in the fight for democracy, justice, and equity. Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the revered leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organization, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State. He was 96.The family confirmed his passingContinue reading "Afenifere Leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo Passes Away at 96: A Legacy of Courage and Advocacy"
EXPOSED: Binance Executive Names Nigerian Lawmakers in Alleged $150 Million Bribe Scandal
Premium Times Newspaper has taken to it's official X handle and announced that the Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s Head of Financial Crime, has sensationally named three Nigerian lawmakers who allegedly demanded a staggering $150 million bribe to halt his detention and prosecution.In a shocking revelation posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, Gambaryan identified the lawmakersContinue reading "EXPOSED: Binance Executive Names Nigerian Lawmakers in Alleged $150 Million Bribe Scandal"
NYSC Exclusion Sparks Outrage: Polytechnic Graduates Demand Justice, Threaten Mass Protests
A storm of frustration and anger is brewing among Nigerian polytechnic graduates as they decry their exclusion from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme due to their part-time National Diploma (ND) status. Under the umbrella of Concerned Higher National Diploma (HND) Graduates/Students, these graduates have issued a strong rejection of the policy and areContinue reading "NYSC Exclusion Sparks Outrage: Polytechnic Graduates Demand Justice, Threaten Mass Protests"
PIONEER NEWS 