Sokoto State Government has kicked off the distribution of assorted fertilizers to irrigation farmers across the 23 local government areas of the state to boost dry-season farming and promote food security. Governor Ahmed Aliyu, who flagged off the distribution of agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, seeds, and equipment, said the gesture was part of the state … Read more
Ademola Lookman was recently crowned the 2024 Confederation of African Football Men’s Player of the YearThe Nigerian forward, who edged out stiff competition from several other nominees, recently presented the award to fans of AtalantaLookman has reacted with a three-word statement following the outpouring of love shown to him by fans of the Bergamo club … Read more
The Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) has said the deaths recorded across the country where Christmas palliative rice was shared showed the hardship faced by citizens. The President of NBA, Afam Osigwe (SAN) called on the government to expedite policies that would address the economic hardship in the country. In a statement on Tuesday, Osigwe emphasized … Read more
A lady said she does not like public transport due to the possibility of someone sleeping on her shoulderThe lady posted a video showing how a man she did not know slept off on her shoulder inside a busThe man slept as if he were on his bed while the lady allowed him to enjoy … Read more
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has called on Nigerians to imbibe the message of Christmas in their daily lives. Professor Yilwatda advised Nigerians to embrace unity, compassion and resilience which are the messages of the Christmas season. In his Christmas message on Tuesday, the Minister of Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction noted that … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded major successes in tackling crime, leading to arrest of 30,313 suspects for various heinous offences, the recovery of 1,984 assorted firearms, 23,250 rounds of ammunition of varying calibres, and the rescue of 1,581 kidnap victims in the last 12 months. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, disclosed … Read more
In the spirit of the festive season, singer Yemi Alade decided to put smiles on the faces of some families in Mende, LagosShe said that it has always been her desire to help those in need and this year’s Christmas was a perfect timing for herThe music star posted some photos of the food items … Read more
Legal practitioner and former Labour Party (LP) chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has blamed the recent tragic stampedes during food distribution events in Nigeria on widespread desperation and hunger. The incidents, which occurred in Oyo State, Anambra State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), left several people dead and many others injured, sparking nationwide grief and debate … Read more
Human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi who was released from prison where he was detained has declared that he never lied against anyone throughout his life, emphasising his commitment to truth in his advocacy. Farotimi stated this while addressing the press after his release from the correctional facility in Ekiti State on Tuesday. The activist, who … Read more
Barely hours to Chrismas, Mercy Johnson Okojie and her family have started the celebration in their householdMercy Johnson flooded her page with pictures of herself, her husband and their children rocking matching pyjamasThe actress’ family pictures, which have gone viral, have spurred reactions from many, including her colleagues Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson and her family … Read more