JUST IN: Senate Moves to Criminalize Use of Chemicals to Ripen Fruits The Nigerian Senate has taken a bold step to tackle the rising health risks posed by artificial fruit ripening, declaring the practice—especially the use of harmful substances like calcium carbide—a criminal offence. This decision followed a motion presented by Senator Anthony Okorie Ani (Ebonyi South), who raised alarm over the widespread and dangerous use of toxic chemicals by fruit vendors to speed up ripening. He described it as a growing public health crisis that demands immediate intervention. READ ALSO:Zamfara Government Denies Report of Lady Facing Death for Converting…
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Zamfara Government Denies Report of Lady Facing Death for Converting to Christianity The Zamfara State Government has firmly denied viral reports that a woman named Miss Zainab Muhamadu is facing trial in a Sharia court—and possibly a death sentence—for converting from Islam to Christianity. In a statement released by the spokesperson to Governor Dauda Lawal, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the government described the claims as “entirely false” and the product of deliberate misinformation aimed at inciting unrest. According to the government, thorough investigations involving relevant authorities and security agencies have confirmed that no such case exists in any court, Sharia or…
Is Red Meat Really Safe for Your Heart? Study Shows Industry Funding May Skew the Science A new analysis is raising eyebrows in the world of nutrition science. According to a recent review published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, studies funded by the red meat industry are significantly more likely to report positive or neutral health outcomes related to red meat consumption—compared to those backed by independent sources. The finding adds to growing concern over how corporate influence may be distorting the way we understand food and its effects on our health. READ ALSO: Police Blame Father in Fatal…
Police Blame Father in Fatal Shooting of WAEC Student in Ibadan The Oyo State Police Command has come under intense scrutiny following the tragic killing of 14-year-old Kehinde Alade, who was reportedly shot during a police chase in Ibadan on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. According to the Command, the incident began when Kehinde’s father, Mr Odunayo Alade, allegedly violated traffic rules by driving against traffic (one-way) along the Alakia-Adelubi/Airport Road in Egbeda Local Government Area. Officers from a joint patrol of the Oyo State Police and the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority (OYTMA) attempted to stop the vehicle—a black Honda…
UEFA Unveils New Ballon d’Or Criteria Ahead of 2025 Ceremony With the 2025 Ballon d’Or drawing closer, UEFA has introduced a revamped selection model aimed at making the prestigious football award more merit-based and transparent. This year’s ceremony, set for September 22 at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, is shaping up to be a thrilling contest with no clear frontrunner in sight. Under the new system, three main pillars will guide the selection process: outstanding individual performances, success at club and international levels, and a strong display of sportsmanship and fair play. According to L’Équipe, the changes were made…
EFCC Transfers 753 Forfeited Housing Units to Housing Ministry In a significant move towards transparency and accountability, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially handed over 753 recovered housing units to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. The event took place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Mabushi, Abuja. The properties, located at Plot 109, Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, Abuja, span a total area of 150,500 square metres and include a mix of duplexes and apartments. These assets were forfeited to the federal government following a final court ruling issued by Justice…
Wike to Opposition: Only a Reformed PDP Can Challenge Tinubu in 2027 FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed the growing political coalition against President Bola Tinubu, insisting that only a united and restructured Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stands a real chance in the 2027 elections. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Thursday, Wike criticised the motives of key figures in the newly formed opposition coalition, accusing them of hypocrisy and political opportunism. According to him, many of them had opportunities to transform the country but failed. READ ALSO: BREAKING: Nigerian Goalkeeping Legend Peter Rufai Dies at 61 “I listened…
BREAKING: Nigerian Goalkeeping Legend Peter Rufai Dies at 61 Nigeria’s football community is mourning the loss of one of its most iconic figures, Peter Rufai, who passed away at the age of 61. Popularly known as “Dodomayana”, Rufai reportedly died in the early hours of Thursday, July 3, 2025, following a prolonged illness. His passing was confirmed by a senior official of the Lagos State Government, although an official statement from the family is still being awaited. READ ALSO: Why I Left Annie — 2Baba Breaks Silence on Separation Rufai was a cornerstone of Nigeria’s golden football era. The legendary shot-stopper…
Why I Left Annie — 2Baba Breaks Silence on Separation Legendary Nigerian singer, Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia, has opened up for the first time about his separation from his wife and actress Annie Macaulay, bringing clarity to one of the most talked-about celebrity breakups in Nigeria. Speaking during a candid conversation on the 234 Mzansi Podcast, the 49-year-old music icon reflected on the decision to end their marriage, saying both parties gave the relationship their best shot before mutually agreeing to part ways. READ ALSO: Labour Party to Peter Obi: Resign Within 48 Hours or Face Sanctions “I think both of us…
Labour Party to Peter Obi: Resign Within 48 Hours or Face Sanctions The Labour Party has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, demanding that he formally resign from the party following his alignment with the newly unveiled ADC opposition coalition. In a strongly worded statement released on Thursday, July 3, by the National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, the Labour Party distanced itself from the coalition, describing it as a gathering of “power-hungry, recycled, and frustrated politicians” who do not represent the values or vision of a New Nigeria. “The Labour Party is not part of…