Makinde sends list of 9 commissioner-nominees to Oyo Assembly

Makinde sends list of 9 commissioner-nominees to Oyo Assembly

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has submitted a list of nine commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly for screening and approval. The Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Muhammed Fadeyi, made this announcement during a plenary session on Friday. Some of the nominees include Abiodun Aikomo, Segun Olayiwola, Dr. Wasiu … Read more

Fuel price hike, palliatives to dominate proceedings as Shettima chairs NEC meeting in Aso Rock

Fuel price hike, palliatives to dominate proceedings as Shettima chairs NEC meeting in Aso Rock

Currently, Vice President Kashim Shettima is chairing the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting aims to discuss the prominent issues concerning the Nigerian economy. Attending the meeting are almost all State Governors, as well as Ministers in charge of finance, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), … Read more

Fuel price hike: Niger Assembly urge Gov Bago to reduce working days

Fuel price hike: Niger Assembly urge Gov Bago to reduce working days

The Niger State House of Assembly has passed a motion urging Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago to consider reducing the number of working days for civil servants in response to the recent hike in petrol prices. Hon. Umar Nasiru, representing Paikoro Constituency, brought the motion to the Assembly, highlighting the hardships faced by workers due to … Read more

Fuel price hike: Embrace car pooling, cycling to decimate hardship — Oluwo advises Nigerians

Fuel price hike: Embrace car pooling, cycling to decimate hardship — Oluwo advises Nigerians

The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has offered valuable advice to Nigerians on how to cope with the financial challenges caused by the removal of fuel subsidy. He suggested that car pooling could be an effective way to reduce car maintenance costs, especially fuel consumption. Emphasizing the need to adapt to the new … Read more

Governor Adeleke appoints board chairmen

Governor Adeleke appoints board chairmen

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has given his approval for the appointment of Chairmen and Vice Chairmen of non-statutory boards in the state. This announcement comes shortly after the Governor swore in 25 commissioners and three permanent secretaries. According to a statement released by the Governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the appointments are effective immediately. … Read more

She refused to get intimate – Brymo on why he didn’t collaborate with Simi

She refused to get intimate – Brymo on why he didn’t collaborate with Simi

Nigerian singer Olawale Ibrahim Ashimi, popularly known as Brymo, has revealed a surprising reason for declining a feature request from his fellow singer, Simi. In response to a fan suggesting that Simi’s husband, Adekunle Gold, should collaborate with Brymo on his upcoming album ‘Tequila Ever After,’ Brymo disclosed that both Adekunle Gold and Simi had … Read more

Tinubu: Why I’m yet to go on exile as promised – Charly Boy

Tinubu: Why I’m yet to go on exile as promised – Charly Boy

Singer Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, has revealed that he is still in Nigeria despite his preferred presidential candidate, Peter Obi of the Labour Party, not emerging as the president in the 2023 elections. Before the elections, Charly Boy had stated that he would relocate from Nigeria if Bola Tinubu or Atiku Abubakar … Read more

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ becomes most streamed African song in US history

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ becomes most streamed African song in US history

Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has achieved a significant milestone with his hit song ‘Calm Down,’ as it becomes the most streamed African song in the history of the United States. The song has surpassed CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ to claim the top spot. According to the American music data compilation website, Chart … Read more

BBNaija All Stars: I would’ve joined if Ebuka was competing – Diana Edobor

BBNaija All Stars: I would’ve joined if Ebuka was competing – Diana Edobor

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Diana Edobor, has stated that she will not be participating in the All Star edition of the reality TV show this month. She expressed that the only condition that would make her consider returning to the Big Brother House would be if the show’s host and former BBN S1 housemate, … Read more

‘Fear every girl in choir’ – Nedu Wazobia

‘Fear every girl in choir’ – Nedu Wazobia

Famous On Air Personality, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu Wazobia, has revealed that the outward appearance of girls who belong to the choir might not always match their true character. During a chat on Naija FM’s ‘Across the Bridge’ show, Nedu shared a personal experience with a choir member whom he believed was … Read more

Burna Boy, Ayra Starr’s songs make Obama’s summer playlist

Burna Boy, Ayra Starr’s songs make Obama’s summer playlist

Former US President Barack Obama has included songs by Nigerian musicians Burna Boy and Ayra Starr in his 2023 summer playlist. Burna Boy’s “Sittin’ On Top Of The World” featuring 21 Savage and Ayra Starr’s “Sability” are the two afrobeats tracks featured on the list. Obama shared the playlist on his Twitter handle, expressing his … Read more

Abortion saga: I might lose – Sarkodie on why he didn’t reply Yvonne Nelson

Abortion saga: I might lose – Sarkodie on why he didn’t reply Yvonne Nelson

Ghanaian rapper, Sarkodie, explained why he responded to Yvonne Nelson’s allegations about their past relationship with a diss track. In a chat with Angela Yee, he revealed that he chose to address the allegations through music because he didn’t want to lose his cool during a media tour. Sarkodie mentioned that he often faces allegations … Read more

‘I’m happy to give boring people something to talk about’ – AY replies critics

‘I’m happy to give boring people something to talk about’ – AY replies critics

Popular comedian Ayodeji Makun, widely known as AY, has responded to the critics following his recent interview with Talk Show host Teju Oyelakin. It’s no secret that AY and fellow comedian Basketmouth have been embroiled in a lingering feud, which has been making headlines. In his latest interview, AY stated that he is no longer … Read more

We had chemistry but never dated – Simi clarifies relationship with Falz

We had chemistry but never dated – Simi clarifies relationship with Falz

Popular singer Simisola Kosoko, also known as Simi, has clarified that she and rapper Falz The Bahd Guy never dated, contrary to speculations. Simi emphasized that their relationship was purely professional, and any rumors of a romantic involvement were fueled by their strong sonic chemistry. During an interview on MTV Base Africa’s program, Official Naija … Read more

Churches used to pay me N5,000 – Simi reveals why she dumped gospel music

Churches used to pay me N5,000 – Simi reveals why she dumped gospel music

Simisola Kosoko, known as Simi, a renowned Nigerian singer, recently opened up about her past struggles as a gospel artist. She revealed that she used to receive very low performance fees, ranging from N5,000 to N10,000, and the highest amount she ever earned was N70,000. Despite the meager income, she diligently tithed 10% of her … Read more

Davido doles out N237m to 424 orphanages

Davido doles out N237m to 424 orphanages

Afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has made a significant philanthropic gesture by disbursing N237 million to 424 orphanages across Nigeria through his foundation, the David Adeleke Foundation (DAF). The donation was made possible through contributions from individuals and corporations in various sectors and regions. In a tweet on Thursday, Davido expressed his … Read more

Day I was booed for wearing pants to perform on stage – Asake

Day I was booed for wearing pants to perform on stage – Asake

Nigerian singer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, shared a memorable experience from his early days as a performer. He recounted an incident when he was booed on stage for attempting to use controversial tactics to gain attention. Before gaining fame, Asake tried a bold and provocative performance in which he dressed only in pants … Read more

‘Affliction shall not rise a second time’ – Giddyfia rejects BBNaija All Stars

‘Affliction shall not rise a second time’ – Giddyfia rejects BBNaija All Stars

Gideon Nwawo, also known as Giddyfia, a former contestant of Big Brother Naija Season 7, has dropped a hint that he may not be participating in the upcoming All-Star edition of the reality show. This hint came after his colleague, Deji, expressed his surprise that Giddyfia and another housemate, Dotun, have not been responding to … Read more

‘Peter Obi Nigeria’s Jesus on earth’ – Charly Boy

‘Peter Obi Nigeria’s Jesus on earth’ – Charly Boy

Controversial singer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has praised the Labour Party’s presidential candidate for the 2023 election, Peter Obi, describing him as Nigeria’s “Jesus on earth.” Charly Boy commended Obi for celebrating his 62nd birthday with thousands of displaced persons in various IDP camps in Plateau State, where he donated checks and … Read more

Why I switched from rap to afrobeats – Victony

Why I switched from rap to afrobeats – Victony

Nigerian singer-songwriter, Anthony Ebuka Victor, popularly known as Victony, has revealed the reason behind his decision to switch his music genre from hip-hop to afrobeats. The 22-year-old artist shared that during the pandemic quarantine, he sought to explore new creative territories and discover himself as an artist. Victony, who covered Teen Vogue’s Africa’s New Wave … Read more