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Report coming in say that the controversial singer, Portable‘s boys who assaulted government officials have been arraigned in court. Recall that Gistreel reported earlier that Portable and his boys hanged up and beat up some government officials who came to his bar to inspect the place. According to reports, Portable clashed with the government officials from the Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority (OGPDPA) in a bar, Odogwu, in Iyana Ilogbo, Ogun State. Sharing the details of what ensued between Portable and the government officials, popular influencer, @man_of_letters, took to his X page to disclose that the officials had arrived…
Tongues wag as former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye makes a sensational return to Nollywood. It’s worth noting that Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye was removed as Minister of Women Affairs under President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet in a major reshuffle. Her removal sparked a social media frenzy, largely due to her notable efforts in the fight against women abuse and violence in the country. Stanley Ontop, a veteran Nollywood producer, announced Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye’s return to Nollywood. According to Stanley Ontop, Kennedy-Ohaneye was a talented actress and producer before serving as a minister in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. His post reads,“Ex-Minister goes back…
Nigerian man abroad learns his university gives students money, rushes to get his cut A Nigerian man studying abroad was left in shock after discovering that his university gives money to students. Upon learning about it, he wasted no time in securing his share. In a post shared on X, formerly Twitter, he revealed that he had no idea his school was offering financial support to students until a fellow Nigerian informed him. Determined to confirm the claim, he hurried to the student affairs office, where he found a queue of students waiting to receive their money. After a long…
Agunechemba, the Anambra State security outfit, has allegedly apprehended a group of suspected interstate kidnappers terrorizing the state. This was disclosed in a post shared on X, formerly Twitter. According to the post, the suspects were arrested by Agunechemba operatives during a recent operation in Anambra. A video accompanying the post shows the suspected kidnappers seated at the back of a vehicle, while a few others are seen in separate cars. Several motorcycles, believed to belong to the suspects, were also spotted at the scene. As the video circulated online, concerned individuals took to the comment section to share their…
The Ministry of Education clarified on Friday that Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, had only proposed the introduction of a 12-year basic education system, not implemented an immediate policy change. Dismissing reports suggesting that the Junior and Senior Secondary School (JSS and SSS) system had been scrapped, the ministry emphasized that the proposal remains under review and has not yet been adopted as official policy. In a statement issued by the Director of Press at the Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, the ministry explained that the proposal would undergo further evaluation by the National Council on Education before any…
Nollywood actress and billionaire senator’s wife, Regina Daniels, has sparked reactions after posting a video of herself dancing to a song by controversial singer Naira Marley. Her post comes amid ongoing calls to cancel the Marlian Music boss over his alleged involvement in the tragic death of his former signee, Mohbad. Regina Daniels’ video surfaced just hours after fellow Nigerian star Ayra Starr faced backlash for promoting Naira Marley’s music. Despite the controversy surrounding the singer, Regina seemed unbothered as she vibed joyfully to his track while strolling through the streets of London. Sharing the video on her Instagram page,…
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has penned a heartfelt tribute to her mother, sparking an outpouring of condolences from fans and industry colleagues. Recall that Funke Akindele tragically lost her mother in February 2023, with the circumstances surrounding her passing confidential. Taking to Instagram, the actress poured her heart out, revealing how deeply she misses her mother and emphasized her passing still feels like a dream. Furthermore, Funke Akindele found solace in knowing her mother is in repose. Her post was accompanied by a heartwarming video showcasing a lighthearted conversation with her mother along with a collage of photos highlighting their…
The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Aliyu, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to achieving 100% electricity access across Nigeria by 2030. Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting with Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State and Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State at the agency’s office in Abuja, Aliyu emphasized the importance of collaboration between the REA and state governments in tackling Nigeria’s energy access challenges. He highlighted that these engagements reflect the increasing commitment of state leaders to expanding electricity access and strengthening the REA’s partnership with subnational governments in pursuit of nationwide electrification. In…
Veteran actor, Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, is celebrating his 70th birthday today. The actor and comedian was a huge part of the childhood of most Nigerians, starring in hilarious roles. Nkem Owoh, in a post on his X account on Friday, expressed gratitude for the privilege of seeing another age in good health. He wrote, “Hurray, I’m 70 years today. The actor has started in lots of movies, including Osuofia in London, which gave him the nick name Osuofia, Stronger than pain, Ikuku, among others. Osuofia has also bagged numerous awards, including the prestigious Africa Movie Academy Award…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has voiced serious concerns over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposal to raise Nigeria’s 2025 budget from ₦49.7 trillion to ₦54.2 trillion. According to reports, CISLAC described the move as unprecedented and potentially unconstitutional. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, CISLAC Executive Director Auwal Musa Rafsanjani warned that while the budget increase is reportedly backed by additional revenues from key government agencies, it raises significant governance and fiscal management concerns. Rafsanjani, who also leads Transparency International Nigeria, criticized the manner in which the budget increment was introduced. He pointed out that instead of adhering to…