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A Nigerian lady living in the United Kingdom (UK), identified as @shakels95, has shared her shocking experience of being arrested due to a simple misunderstanding of Nigerian jargon. According to her, she had gone to a pharmacy to purchase medications for her husband when an innocent remark during a phone conversation led to her unexpected arrest. While …
Democracy thrives on transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. The legislature, as the guardian of democratic governance, plays a crucial role in lawmaking, budget approval, and oversight. These functions ensure that government policies align with the public interest, resources are allocated equitably, and the executive remains accountable. However, legislative corruption, particularly the exchange of money …
UMUAHIA—Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has accused the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, of dishonesty in the arrears of pensions owed them by previous administrations in the state. Otti had accused the NUP of reneging on the agreement they allegedly signed to forfeit the arrears of pensions owed by past administrations. …
A United States-based Nigerian IT expert, Clayton Udo has raised concerns over the struggles African men face in marriages abroad, particularly in the U.S. According to Udo, many African men have been financially drained and left in dire conditions by their wives, leading some to flee or even lose their lives due to emotional and …
Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti has accused the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, of dishonesty regarding the pension arrears owed to them by previous administrations in the state. Otti had accused the NUP in the state of reneging on the agreement they allegedly signed to forfeit the pension arrears owed to them …
A budding actress and model, Chinwendu Unachukwu has stated that pressure of fame and other factors contribute to breakdown of celebrity marriages. In an interview with Potpourri she said: “In my opinion, the pressures of fame and public scrutiny can be significant factors that contribute to the breakdown of celebrity marriages. Constant media attention, balancing …
Mr Abdullah Adeniji-Bello is a fifth-year student at the Lagos State University College of Medicine. (LASUCOM), studying Medicine and Surgery. Last December, he was honoured with the prestigious 2024 Diana Award, a global recognition established in memory of the late Princess Diana of Wales. The Diana Award recognizes young people making a difference in their …
Award-winning actor, Stan Nze has opened up in a recent interview on how a simple media interview turned out to be a very hurtful experience In his life. Recounting the experience, he said: “I granted an interview sometime after I got married, and the interview was supposed to focus on my work. However, I realized …
Mr Peter Obi, Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 polls, has called for the development of Nigeria’s sport tourism to fast-track sustainable economic growth through Direct Foreign Investment. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Obi made the call in his keynote speech at the National Football and Tourism Roundtable on Friday in …
Gospel musician Mercy Chinwo on Saturday broke her silence on the battle between her and Ezekiel ThankGod aka Eezeetee, her former manager. The singer published a statement on Instagram signed by her lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi. “Contrary to the sensational narratives, Minister Mercy did not initiate any court action case against Mr Ezekiel ThankGod (Eezeetee) regarding her music …