Ondo PDP Governorship primary: Delegates accreditation concluded, voting begins
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun voting at its primary to elect the party’s flag-bearer for the November governorship election in Ondo State. The party earlier concluded the accreditation of delegates, which is taking place at the International Culture and Event Centre (Dome). A total of 627 delegates are expected to vote at the…
I’ve been married for 20 years but never cooked – Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu
The Founder of Woodhall Capital, Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu has disclosed that despite being married for twenty years and having children, she has never cooked in her own home. Speaking on ‘The Diary Of A Naija Girl’ podcast, Hunponu-Wusu explained that due to her demanding schedule, she has never found the time to engage in traditional household…
Bullying signs in children and what to do
Bullying remains a widespread issue that can have serious consequences on children’s mental, physical and emotional well being. As parents, it’s essential to be vigilant and proactive in identifying signs that your child may be experiencing bullying and taking necessary steps to addressing it effectively. In this article, we will explore five common indicators that…
Bandits whisk away Emir during attack in Zamfara
Armed bandits have ambushed Zurmi town the headquarters of Zurmi local government in Zamfara State where they attacked the Emir’s palace in an attempt to kidnap the emir Alhaji Muhammed Bunu. A resident of Zurmi Malam Aminu Sale told our correspondent in a telephone interview, that the bandits went straight to the palace emir and…
Kaduna man remanded over alleged armed robbery
A Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday remanded a 33-year-old man, Stanley Julius, in a corrections centre for alleged armed robbery. The police charged Julius, who is unemployed and resides in Ungwan Sarki Malali, Kaduna, with conspiracy, robbery and unlawful possession of stolen property. Magistrate Ibrahim Emmanuel, who did not take Julius’ plea, adjourned the…
‘We are not going anywhere’ – TikTok CEO reacts to potential US ban
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reacted to the law that stipulates a ban on the Chinese-owned social media platform in the United States, if it’s not sold within nine months. Recall that US President, Joe Biden on Wednesday signed a foreign aid package into law that would see TikTok banned in the US if…
Iran sentenced Toomaj Salehi to death for supporting anti-hijab protests
A rapper, Toomaj Salehi, has been sentenced to death by an Iranian court for supporting anti-hijab protests. The rapper has been jailed for more than a year and half over his backing of the wave of demonstrations sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, who died days after she was arrested for wearing an “improper”…
Tanzania: 155 killed as heavy rains lash East Africa
At least 155 people have died in Tanzania as torrential rains linked to El Nino triggered flooding and landslides, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said Thursday. Tanzania and other countries in East Africa — a region highly vulnerable to climate change — have been plagued by heavier than usual rainfall during the current rainy season, with…
Teenager jailed 3-year for stealing water taps in Osun
An Osun State Chief Magistrates’ court sitting in Ede has sentenced 18year- old, Abiodun Adewuyi to three years imprisonment for stealing water taps. The teenager was apprehended by operatives of Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) after he was found removing the items at Durodola community, Owode-Ede town. Providing…
John Barnes banned as company director over unpaid £200,000 tax
Across a football career lasting almost two decades, John Barnes earned 79 caps for England before retiring. In 2012 he founded John Barnes Media Limited – a company which would fold less than a decade later and spend two years paying no tax whatsoever. John Barnes has been banned as a director after his company…
