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FG orders emergency repairs on Bida–Lambata road

The Federal Government has ordered emergency repairs on the dilapidated Bida–Lambata road in Niger State, following sustained complaints from motorists, transporters and residents over persistent gridlock and accidents on the route. The corridor is a major economic artery linking Niger to other parts of the country, but its poor state has long caused hardship for commuters and disrupted movement of goods and farm produce. According to the Ministry of Works, the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has been mobilised to site to begin palliative and emergency intervention works aimed at easing traffic and restoring safer passage. The directive was issued after a stakeholders’ meeting with the National Association of Road Transport Owners and other transport unions, where government officials received fresh reports of stranded vehicles and long queues along the axis. Officials explained that the emergency repairs will focus on […]

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NMDPRA boss targets energy reform, improved fuel supply

The Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Umar Rabiu, has outlined an ambitious agenda to reform Nigeria’s energy sector and strengthen fuel supply nationwide. Rabiu, recently nominated by President Bola Tinubu to lead the regulator, said his priority is to eliminate bottlenecks in the petroleum supply chain and guarantee consistent availability of petrol, diesel and other key products. Speaking at recent industry engagements and in a series of public statements, he pledged to focus on energy security, improved infrastructure and better coordination with operators and other government agencies. He stressed that the Authority would maintain strategic stock buffers and strengthen monitoring of depots, filling stations and transport corridors to curb product hoarding and sharp practices. Rabiu’s agenda builds on ongoing reforms under the Petroleum Industry Act, which current and former NMDPRA leaders say have […]

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Rihanna’s ‘Who’s Dat Girl’ video fuels Tyla, Ayra Starr fan rivalry

Rihanna has unintentionally reignited stan wars between the fan bases of South African singer Tyla and Nigerian star Ayra Starr after posting a clip soundtracked by Ayra’s hit single Who’s Dat Girl. The video, shared on her social media pages, immediately sparked intense reactions as fans debated whether the choice of song was a subtle show of support for Ayra amid ongoing comparisons with Tyla. For months, supporters of both young Afrobeats divas have clashed online over who is the “new Rihanna,” with Tyla’s Grammy win and chart success drawing constant comparisons to Ayra’s own rise. Rihanna’s latest post, which prominently features Ayra’s collaboration with Rema, was quickly seized upon by Ayra’s fans as proof that their fave has the Bajan superstar’s stamp of approval. On X and Instagram, Ayra’s supporters argued that the clip “ends the debate,” claiming Rihanna […]

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Troops bust illegal arms factories in Plateau, arrest five suspects

Troops operating in Plateau State have uncovered illegal arms factories and arrested at least five suspects believed to be involved in the fabrication and supply of locally made weapons. The raids mark a significant step in ongoing efforts to disrupt the flow of illicit arms fuelling violence and criminality in parts of the North Central region. According to reports, troops under Operation Enduring Peace and related joint task forces stormed clandestine arms manufacturing hubs in areas including Langtang North Local Government Area. During one of the operations in Gwandanu village, soldiers found a fully equipped workshop where suspects were caught in the process of fabricating sophisticated firearms. Items recovered from the sites included at least two AK 47 rifles, a G3 rifle and other finished or semi finished weapons. Troops also seized equipment such as generating sets, welding and drilling […]

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Navy intercepts 130 bags of smuggled rice in Badagry

The Nigerian Navy has intercepted 130 bags of smuggled foreign rice in the Badagry area of Lagos State during a recent anti smuggling operation. The seizure is part of ongoing efforts by naval authorities to clamp down on economic saboteurs operating along Nigeria’s western maritime corridor and border creeks. According to naval sources, personnel attached to the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Badagry carried out intelligence led patrols along the Badagry–Porto Novo axis before tracking down the smugglers. The operation, conducted in line with the Navy’s harmonised standard operating procedures, led to the confiscation of multiple bags of foreign parboiled rice that had been brought in through illegal routes. The intercepted consignment, each bag weighing 50kg, was later handed over to the Nigeria Customs Service for further investigation and necessary action. Officials of Customs’ Seme Area Command and Western Marine Command […]

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Davido eyes academic return with UK Master’s in Political Science

Afrobeats superstar Davido is planning a return to the classroom, revealing that he intends to start a Master’s degree in Political Science at a university in the United Kingdom next year. The multi award winning singer shared his academic plans during a recent livestream and media chats, describing the move as part of his personal growth beyond music. Davido clarified that the postgraduate programme will be a one year course in the UK and not at Adeleke University, as some fans had speculated. He noted that he already holds a Bachelor’s degree from Babcock University, which he completed in 2015, and also has an honorary doctorate in Music from Clifford University. According to clips shared on social media, the singer said he is excited about going back to school and eager to deepen his understanding of politics and governance. He […]

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Uche Montana celebrates 35m views for ‘Monica’ two part release

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Uche Montana is celebrating a major digital milestone after her hit movie Monica and its sequel collectively surpassed 35 million views on YouTube. The two part project has become one of the standout success stories of Nollywood’s fast growing direct to YouTube ecosystem. The first instalment of Monica, released earlier on her channel Uche Montana TV, steadily built a massive audience and has now crossed well over 20 million views. Riding on that momentum, the sequel Monica 2 raced out of the blocks, pulling in over 10 million views within its first two days online and climbing beyond 11 million within 48 hours. According to figures highlighted in recent reports, Monica 2 hit about 1.2 million views in its first four hours, rose past four million by the 12 hour mark and crossed six million within […]

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Bisola Aiyeola speaks about losing her daughter’s father in 2018

Nollywood actress and reality TV star Bisola Aiyeola has opened up about the painful loss of her daughter’s father, who passed away in 2018 after a period of illness. Speaking on Ife Agoro’s podcast, the mother of one recounted how he had been hospitalised and appeared to be recovering before his sudden death. Bisola explained that doctors had already given the family a discharge date, and she, her mother and her sister visited him in the hospital believing he would soon return home. She said they had even spoken on the phone and he sounded better, telling her he would be discharged on Friday. However, the hopeful news was shattered when she later received a call from his phone, only to be informed that he had passed away. Describing the experience as “heartbreaking,” she revealed that he died in August […]

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Awoniyi primed for Forest’s date with European destiny

Super Eagles star Taiwo Awoniyi is primed to spearhead Nottingham Forest’s date with European destiny as they prepare for a decisive UEFA Europa League semi final second leg against Aston Villa at Villa Park. The in form striker has handed coach Vítor Pereira a timely selection boost after shaking off earlier fitness worries to return to his powerful best in front of goal. Awoniyi recently marked his 100th appearance for Forest in style, netting a brace in a 3 1 Premier League win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge that extended the club’s unbeaten run to 10 matches in all competitions. The 28 year old, who joined Forest from Union Berlin in 2022, has now scored 23 goals for the club across all competitions, including 21 in the Premier League. Those performances have restored Forest’s confidence both in the league and […]

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Real Madrid’s Valverde treated in hospital after Tchouameni clash

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has been treated in hospital after a heated clash with his teammate Aurelien Tchouameni during training, according to multiple Spanish media reports. The incident is the latest in a series of bust ups that have highlighted rising tensions in the Real Madrid dressing room. Reports say Valverde and Tchouameni first argued fiercely during Wednesday’s training session at Valdebebas, nearly coming to blows after a foul in a drill. The bad blood reportedly carried over into Thursday’s session, where Valverde is said to have refused to shake Tchouameni’s hand and later fouled him again. Spanish outlet Marca, which first broke the story, reported that the row escalated into a “very serious” fight in the dressing room after training. Several teammates and staff had to intervene to separate the pair as shoves and angry exchanges continued. During […]

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