The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested 40 suspects in separate operations over alleged cases of traffic robbery, armed robbery, kidnapping and traffic offences across the territory. The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Sanusi, disclosed this on Wednesday, August 19, during a press briefing at the command headquarters in Abuja. Sanusi said…
Music executive Dapper Damm has denied allegations that he sold the music catalogues of artists signed to his label. In a statement addressing the controversy surrounding the label, Dapper insisted that none of the artists’ catalogues had been sold to a distributor, third party or any other entity. He also clarified the revenue figures being…
Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has explained why efforts to take ailing actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, to various locations for spiritual treatment have not been possible. In a statement, Kosoko thanked fans, colleagues and well-wishers for their prayers, financial assistance and offers to provide both medical and spiritual support for the…
Nollywood actor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu’s Chicago State University certificate is fake, claiming it did not originate from the institution. The controversy over Tinubu’s educational background has persisted, with various claims and allegations surrounding his academic qualifications and school records. In a…
Catholic Cardinal John Onaiyekan has responded to criticism from the Presidency over his recent comments following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, insisting that he has no reason to be embarrassed by his remarks. Speaking in an interview, Onaiyekan said he was not trying to please the government or anyone else, but was simply expressing…
An 80-year-old man, Amos Onwe Ubochi, has been reportedly killed in Osege Village, Umuogodo Oshia Ngbo community, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Ubochi was allegedly murdered on Monday, August 17, 2026, after leading a group of elders in a prayer session for the 2027 All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidates. He was reportedly…
President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over a meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the State House in Abuja. The meeting began with the national anthem shortly after Tinubu arrived at the Council Chamber at about 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19. Those in attendance include the Secretary to the Government of the…
African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for failing to attend the signing of the National Peace Accord ahead of the 2027 general elections. The peace accord was signed in Abuja on Tuesday, August 18, with several presidential candidates, including Sowore, Peter Obi and Donald Duke, in attendance. Speaking…
