Author: Ugochukwu Oha-Ema

Controversial Nigerian singer, Portable, has sparked debate by opposing the planned nationwide protest scheduled for August 1-10, 2024. Despite the economic hardship faced by citizens, Portable claims there is no reason to protest, attributing it to laziness. In an Instagram post, Portable warned against being asked to perform during the protest, stating, “It won’t be well with anyone who tells me to perform during the protest… Please, I need money, I’m hustling.” He advised individuals to focus on personal struggles rather than protesting, saying, “Don’t fight for Nigeria, fight for yourself. Nigeria is okay, you are the one who is…

The Defence Headquarters has warned against the planned nationwide protest in Kenya, stating that it has intelligence that the protest will be hijacked by unscrupulous elements and turn violent. According to the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj Gen Edward Buba, the protest aims to replicate the violence seen in Kenya, where peaceful rallies against tax hikes descended into deadly violence. Buba warned that the protest could lead to a state of anarchy, with targets including persons with smartphones and cars, places of worship, businesses, and members of opposing political parties. The military will not stand by and allow anarchy…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to crush anyone who tries to divide Russian society, hailing the effectiveness and loyalty of the country’s law enforcement agencies. Putin has escalated a decades-long crackdown on civil society, independent media, and opposition, with dissent and criticism of the Kremlin outlawed and punishable by years-long prison sentences. “Those who try to intimidate people, to split our society, to play on religious or national feelings will never succeed,” Putin said. “Inevitable and just retribution awaits them.” Putin paid tribute to various Russian law enforcement agencies, including the Investigative Committee and the FSB security services, praising…

Nigerian singer, Khaid, has made a triumphant return to social media after a long and challenging battle with an undisclosed ailment. The young singer, who was hospitalized on April 16 due to internal bleeding, shared new photos of himself on Wednesday morning, showcasing his remarkable recovery. The photos, which show Khaid posing in front of a car and in an apartment, reveal a hale and hearty individual. Khaid’s return to social media is a testament to his resilience and determination. Despite his health challenges, he has remained strong and focused, and his fans are thrilled to see him back. In…

Students of tertiary institutions in Lagos State have distanced themselves from the planned national protest against hardship in the country, tagged ‘#EndBad Governance in Nigeria’. Instead, the students, under the National Association of Nigerian Students in Lagos, have resolved to embark on a solidarity walk in support of the state government from August 1 to 10. The students described the planned nationwide protests as “absolutely uncalled for” and appealed to Nigerians to persevere and enjoy the dividends of democracy under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The students commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his support and investment in education, including the establishment…

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced a significant decline in crime rates across the country, with major crimes dropping to 416 in the last month, compared to 734 in May and 530 in June. Egbetokun attributed the success to the strategies deployed by the police, which have yielded significant results and accentuated the stability of the internal security order. He commended police personnel for their passion and commitment to executing the strategies, saying, “It is gratifying to note that the strategies deployed and duly executed by our officers and their undiluted passion and commitment have yielded significant…

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has quashed rumors of Kevin De Bruyne’s departure, stating, “Kevin is NOT leaving” amidst speculation of a move to the Saudi Pro League. Guardiola’s confirmation comes after De Bruyne was linked to a summer transfer to Saudi Arabia, with one year remaining on his contract. However, the manager is unconcerned, saying, “No, Kevin is NOT leaving.” De Bruyne played a crucial role in City’s Premier League title win last season, his sixth at the club. Guardiola is keen to retain his star player, amid interest from Saudi Arabia. Guardiola hinted that he expects to retain…

American R&B star Chris Brown, his confidante Sinko Ceej, rapper Yella Beezy, and Live Nation have been named in a $50 million lawsuit over alleged attacks on four men backstage at Brown’s 11:11 tour in Fort Worth, Texas. Larry Parker, Joseph Lewis, Charles Bush, and Da Marcus Powell claim they were invited backstage for a post-concert hang but were assaulted by Brown’s entourage. Bush alleges Brown ordered his men to beat him up after reminding him of their past beef. The plaintiffs claim they suffered severe injuries, including head trauma, after being punched, kicked, and thrown into a dead-end staircase.…

Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of frustrating Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man. VeryDarkMan claimed that the government’s challenges have brought Dangote to tears. Aliko Dangote recently revealed that he received no incentives from the Nigerian government to build his $20bn refinery at the Lekki Free Trade Zone. He also alleged that the government’s regulations targeted his refinery’s functionality. VeryDarkMan reacted in a video, saying: “Tinubu’s regime brought Africa’s richest man, Dangote, close to tears… The economy is so bad that Dangote was reminiscing when his friend cautioned him against investing in Nigeria.”…

The Labour Party (LP) has issued a strong warning to those in power who are allegedly planning to illegally arrest its presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The National Youth Leader of the LP, Kennedy Ahanotu, made this statement in Abuja in response to calls for Obi’s arrest by a Presidential Media Aide, Bayo Onanuga. Ahanotu emphasized that any attempts to arrest Obi on trumped-up charges would be illegal and detrimental to Nigeria’s political climate. He stated that Obi is a peaceful politician who has asked his supporters to refrain from protests or agitation, despite the manipulation of his electoral victory. The…