There is a significant power outage across Nigeria after the national electricity grid reportedly collapsed early Thursday morning. The grid collapse has resulted in a massive loss of supply to power distributors nationwide. Some electricity distribution companies confirmed the development with a statement on Thursday morning. In a notice issued on its X account (formerly…
The Ministry of Environment through its National Flood Early Warning Systems (FEWS) Central Hub, listed 50 communities across the North to be affected. The Federal Government has issued a flood alert, saying 13 northern states will likely witness heavy rainfalls that may lead to flooding between September 13 and 17. In a statement on Wednesday,…
By: Popoola Oluwatimilehin Biodun In the ever-evolving world of politics, the effectiveness of criticism, whether constructive or destructive, can significantly impact the public’s perception of political parties. The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) finds itself at a crossroads as it faces criticism for resorting to destructive tactics, especially in the face…
The Osun State House of Assembly is set to regulate lottery and gaming activities in the State. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Tiamiyu Olamide noted that the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adewale Egbedun indicated his intention to sponsor a Private Member Bill titled “The…
The Osun State Water Corporation Board Chairman, Hon Samuel Oyedotun has assured residents of Osun State that the corporation under his watch we’ll ensure speedy revitalization of waterworks in the state. Oyedotun stated this on his inspection trip to Eko Ende, Oyan, Alagbede, Ila and Esa-Odo Waterworks alongside the Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Sunday…
Nigerian music star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, emerged winner of the first Best Afrobeats award at the MTV Video Music Award in Newark, New Jersey, United States of America on Tuesday. Rema won for his collaborative effort with International star Selena Gomez on the record ‘Calm Down.’ Organisers of the show unveiled the…
The just concluded MTV Video Music Awards saw organisers celebrating artistes from around the globe. 2023’s edition of the show saw organisers making history with not just an all-female nominee in the ‘Best Artiste’ category but also with the introduction of the ‘Best Afrobeats,’ category which saw Nigeria’s Rema win with the song ‘Calm Down,…
Marlian Records boss Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley, has broken his silence following the death of his former signee, MohBad on Tuesday. The ‘Soapy’ crooner took to his Instagram stories to share a simple heartbreak emoji. This is coming after an old video of singer Bella Shmurda in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo…
Since the news of the death of Nigerian singer/rapper, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba a.k.a Mohbad went viral, his former label boss, Naira Marley has known no peace from music lovers and fans of the deceased singer/rapper who have openly issued death threats at him. Mohbad and Naira Marley, who allegedly brought him to limelight fell out…
IATA’s, Vice president, Africa and Middle East, Kamil Al Alwadi, who spoke at the ongoing, identified about 27 charges imposed on airlines by the Nigerian government. According to him, research indicates that Nigeria holds the top position in terms of airport charges among African countries. He noted that Abuja airport is the most costly airport…
