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  • Scott Iguma Granted N10M Bail for False Video, Threats Charges

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Scott Iguma Granted N10M Bail for False Video, Threats Charges

    A Nigerian court has granted bail to activist Scott Iguma, who faces charges of circulating a false video and issuing threats, in a case testing the boundaries of digital expression under the country’s cybercrime laws. […]

  • The Cosby Show’s Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies in Costa Rica Drowning

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on The Cosby Show’s Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies in Costa Rica Drowning

    Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the groundbreaking 1980s sitcom The Cosby Show, has died at age 54 following an accidental drowning incident in Costa Rica. Authorities confirmed […]

  • Charly Boy Hails Yul Edochie’s 2027 South East Presidency Stance

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Charly Boy Hails Yul Edochie’s 2027 South East Presidency Stance

    A notable shift in Nigerian political discourse has emerged as entertainer-turned-commentator Yul Edochie sparked debate by advocating for a president from the country’s South East region in the 2027 election, drawing a pointed reaction from […]

  • Funtua Coalition Proposes Karadua State Creation from Katsina

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Funtua Coalition Proposes Karadua State Creation from Katsina

    A coalition in Nigeria’s Katsina State has called for the establishment of a new administrative region, Karadua State, arguing the move would advance governance efficiency and equitable development. Representatives from the Coalition of Funtua Community-Based […]

  • Real estate overtakes oil in Nigeria’s economy after GDP rebasing

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Real estate overtakes oil in Nigeria’s economy after GDP rebasing

    The service, industry, and agriculture subsectors propelled Nigeria’s economy’s expansion to N372.8 trillion in 2024 ($145.3 billion) at the present exchange value of the naira. Despite the economic growth in Africa’s most populous nation, Nigerians […]

  • Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Cosby Show Star, Dies at 54 in Drowning

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Cosby Show Star, Dies at 54 in Drowning

    Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for his childhood role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died Sunday at age 54 after being caught in a rip current off Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Authorities confirmed the actor’s […]

  • Iran Denies Israel Destruction Goal, Explains ‘Death to America’ Meaning

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Iran Denies Israel Destruction Goal, Explains ‘Death to America’ Meaning

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has sought to clarify Tehran’s position on several contentious geopolitical issues in a recent interview, addressing allegations about the country’s policies toward Israel, the U.S., and its regional allies. Speaking […]

  • Labour Party Urges Members to Return, Offers Reconciliation

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Labour Party Urges Members to Return, Offers Reconciliation

    The Labour Party in Nigeria has called on members who have aligned with rival political formations to return to its fold, signaling a push for unity amid internal fractures. Julius Abure, the party’s national chairman, […]

  • Naira Dips Again in Nigeria’s Official and Parallel FX Markets

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Naira Dips Again in Nigeria’s Official and Parallel FX Markets

    The Nigerian naira resumed its downward trajectory against the U.S. dollar this week, weakening in both official and unofficial foreign exchange markets after a brief period of gains. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria […]

  • Super Falcons Target WAFCON 2024 Title in South Africa Semi-Final Clash

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Super Falcons Target WAFCON 2024 Title in South Africa Semi-Final Clash

    Nigerian striker Esther Okoronkwo has declared the Super Falcons’ resolve to reclaim continental glory as they prepare for a high-stakes clash against South Africa in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals. The […]

  • House Panel Clears UBEC’s Aisha Garba of Mismanagement Allegations

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on House Panel Clears UBEC’s Aisha Garba of Mismanagement Allegations

    A Nigerian parliamentary committee has refuted media claims it received complaints alleging misconduct by the head of the country’s primary education commission, while commending her reform efforts. The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education […]

  • Nigeria Faces Stricter Visa Rules from UK, US, UAE Over Asylum, Overstay Concerns

    By Ifunanya | July 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Nigeria Faces Stricter Visa Rules from UK, US, UAE Over Asylum, Overstay Concerns

    Nigerian travelers face mounting visa hurdles as multiple nations impose stricter entry requirements, citing concerns over overstays, asylum claims, and document integrity. The United Kingdom, United States, and United Arab Emirates have each introduced measures […]

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