Author: Seyi Godwin

Real Madrid’s newest signing, Endrick, is set to wear the no. 16 shirt for the club next season, according to reports from AS. This development comes after Kylian Mbappe took the no. 9 shirt, which Endrick was initially expected to wear. The Brazilian teenager, who will be unveiled on Saturday, has a history with the no. 16 shirt. He wore it when he made his senior debut with Palmeiras at just 16 years old, before switching to his preferred no. 9. Endrick’s career with Real Madrid will begin in a similar fashion, with the no. 16 shirt set to be…

The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has addressed the public outcry over a yet-to-be-released movie featuring actress Nancy Isime. The film’s poster, which shows Isime wearing a niqab in a robbery scene, sparked online condemnations, with many Muslims calling for a ban. In a statement, the NFVCB clarified that the film is still in production and has not been submitted for classification. “Our check revealed that the movie has not been released, and it has not been submitted for classification as required by law and our mandate,” the agency said. The NFVCB has reached out to the producers…

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has cautioned against the planned nationwide protest in August, warning that it may lead to chaos and anarchy. Fani-Kayode, who was also the Director of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign on Digital and New Media, emphasized that peaceful protests are a right, but the August protest lacks identifiable leaders and may be manipulated by subversive elements. He accused protest planners of exploiting economic hardship to incite violence and destabilize the country, stating, “There is nothing wrong with a peaceful demonstration and a lawful legitimate protest. What is unacceptable is a premeditated attempt by a group of…

Tragedy struck in Lokoja, Kogi State capital, on Thursday when a heavy-duty truck carrying a container load fell on two small vehicles, trapping eight school children. According to eyewitnesses, the children, pupils of Kingdom Heritage Nursery and Primary School, were returning from school when the accident occurred at the popular Lokongoma market. The Nigeria Police, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and other agencies collaborated to rescue the children, who were trapped under the container. Commodore Jerry Omodara, Kogi State Security Adviser, confirmed the incident and commended the rescue efforts, saying, “Through the combined effort of the Nigeria Police, Federal Road…

A devastating building collapse in the Arowojobe Estate, Maryland area of Lagos State, has claimed the lives of three construction workers. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the tragic incident in a statement released on Thursday morning. According to LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the agency received a distress call at 3:49 a.m. regarding a collapsed building at No 13, Wilson Mba St., Arowojobe Estate, Maryland, Lagos. The response team was immediately activated, arriving at the scene at 3:58 a.m. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a set of three terraces under construction had collapsed. Search and…

Nigerian singer Khaid has finally spoken out after a recent health scare that left fans worried. In April 2024, Khaid was hospitalized due to internal bleeding, sparking concerns about his well-being. Thankfully, he has been recovering, with a visit from fellow singer Adekunle Gold in May. In a recent post, Khaid expressed his gratitude for overcoming his health challenges, saying: “Thank God for helping me overcome what many would face and die. Them no fit hold the boy; we rise again.” Khaid’s message is a testament to his resilience and determination to bounce back from adversity. Fans are relieved to…

In a development that has sparked excitement among Manchester United fans, Rasmus Hojlund has been assigned a new shirt number for the 2024/2025 season. The Denmark international will now don the iconic number 9 jersey, previously worn by Anthony Martial, who left the club after his contract expired. Hojlund joins an elite group of United legends who have worn the number 9 shirt, including Sir Bobby Charlton, Andy Cole, Dimitar Berbatov, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Hojlund’s switch from the number 11 shirt marks a new chapter in his Manchester United career. The talented striker is expected to make a significant impact…

The family of late General Sani Abacha has appealed to the Court of Appeal in Abuja, seeking to overturn a Federal High Court judgment that dismissed their suit challenging the revocation of a property in Maitama, Abuja. Hajia Mariam Sani Abacha and her son, Mohammed Sani Abacha, are praying the Court of Appeal to void the judgment and grant them ownership of the disputed property. The Abacha family is contesting the lower court’s decision on 11 grounds, including errors in law and miscarriage of justice. They claim that the judge erred in holding that their claim was statute-barred and that…

The Imo State chapter of the Labour Party has announced its withdrawal from the forthcoming September 21 local government election, citing concerns over the credibility and transparency of the process. Calistus Ihejiagwa, the party’s chairman, stated, “We cannot participate in any election organized by the All Progressive Congress’ State Independent Electoral Commission because it will not be fair, credible, and transparent.” Ihejiagwa revealed that the party is focusing on the Supreme Court’s decision on the November 11, 2023, governorship election, adding, “And we are hopeful that the days of Governor Hope Uzodimma in the Douglas House are numbered.” He urged…

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has imposed a $220 million fine on Meta Platforms Inc. and WhatsApp LLC for discriminatory practices and sanctionable offenses committed in Nigeria. Acting Executive Vice Chairman Dr. Adamu Abdullahi revealed that the penalty followed a three-year intensive investigation, which found the companies guilty of denying Nigerian data subjects the right to self-determination and unauthorized transfer and sharing of personal data. Abdullahi explained that the companies offered options to data subjects in other countries to decide whether their data would be shared or not, but not in Nigeria. He also stated that the…