Tinubu, Shettima, Governors Mourn Emir of Zuru, Describe Him as Pillar of Valour and Wisdom President Bola Tinubu has joined Nigerians in mourning the Emir of Zuru, His Royal Highness Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (Gomo II), who passed away at the age of 81. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the late Emir as a remarkable figure in Nigeria’s history, recalling his service as a young officer during the Civil War and as Military Governor of the old Bauchi State before ascending the throne. READ ALSO: APP Inaugurates 31 Chapter…
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…State Chairman Vows to Lead Grassroots Sensitisation Campaign By Nora Inwang The Action Peoples Party (APP) has inaugurated its chapter officers across all 31 Local Government Areas of Akwa Ibom State as part of its early preparations for the 2027 general elections. The inauguration, held at the party’s Secretariat on Obio Imo Street, Uyo, attracted a large turnout despite heavy rainfall. READ ALSO:Putin Orders Ban on Foreign-Made Clothing for Russian Military from 2026 Speaking during the event, the State Chairman of APP, Hon. (Dr.) Kingsley Akaiso expressed satisfaction with the successful exercise and praised members for their resilience. “We are…
SEEPCO, VCD Foundation Offer Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening for Makoko Women The Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), in partnership with Sebeccly Cancer Care and Support Centre and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Lagos State Chapter, has provided free breast and cervical cancer screening for women in Makoko and surrounding communities. The two-day programme, held on August 8–9, 2025, was supported by Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Co. Ltd. (SEEPCO) and reached over 200 women, many of whom were being screened for the first time. READ ALSO: Catholic Priest Urges Confession for Those Who Watched Ibom Air Viral Video…
Catholic Priest Urges Confession for Those Who Watched Ibom Air Viral Video More than Once A Catholic priest, Reverend Father Emmanuel Ehioma, has called on individuals who watched the viral Ibom Air video more than once to seek confession, saying repeated viewing could amount to sin. The clip, which showed passenger Comfort Emmanson being forced off an Ibom Air flight, captured an indecent exposure of her chest area. The footage sparked outrage and condemnation over its release, with many criticising the invasion of privacy. In a Facebook post, Father Ehioma said seeing the video the first time was not sinful,…
Putin Orders Ban on Foreign-Made Clothing for Russian Military from 2026 Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree prohibiting the purchase of foreign-made clothing and equipment for the country’s armed forces, effective January 1, 2026. Under the new directive, all uniforms and related items for the Russian Armed Forces must be produced by domestic companies with manufacturing facilities located inside Russia. READ ALSO: FG Orders Release of Comfort Emmanson, Lifts Lifetime Flight Ban The restriction will tighten further from 2027, when even the fabrics and knitted materials used in military production must also be sourced locally. According to the decree,…
FG Orders Release of Comfort Emmanson, Lifts Lifetime Flight Ban The Federal Government has dropped criminal charges against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, a passenger accused of unruly conduct aboard an Ibom Air flight, and directed her release from Kirikiri Prison. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, announced the decision on Wednesday after consultations with aviation stakeholders. READ ALSO: NCAA Reduces K1 De Ultimate’s Flight Ban, Names Him Aviation Protocol Ambassador Keyamo said the move followed a review of the August 10 incident, appeals from concerned individuals, and the remorse expressed by Emmanson during a police interview conducted in the…
NCAA Reduces K1 De Ultimate’s Flight Ban, Names Him Aviation Protocol Ambassador The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has announced the withdrawal of criminal charges against Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, and Ms. Comfort Emmanson, following separate incidents of unruly conduct at Nigerian airports. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Keyamo said the decision came after two days of consultations with key aviation stakeholders. He noted that while the incidents were regrettable, they had underscored the importance of public awareness on proper behaviour and compliance with airport security procedures. READ…
K1 De Ultimate: 4 Major Controversies That Rocked His CareerWhile renowned Fuji icon K1 De Ultimate remains a musical legend, his journey has not been without turbulence. Over the years, the maestro has been entangled in a series of controversies that stirred public debate and divided fans. Below are four of the most notable incidents: 1. Comments on Islamic Clerics Spark OutrageIn early January 2025, K1 found himself in hot water after remarks he made during his late mother’s Fidau ceremony. He was reported to have insinuated that some Islamic clerics (Alfas) often attend such events purely for monetary benefits.…
Naira Strengthens Slightly Against Dollar in Official and Parallel Markets The Nigerian naira on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, recorded modest gains against the US dollar in both the official and parallel markets. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the official exchange rate appreciated to ₦1,537.20 per dollar, up from ₦1,533.50 on Monday, reflecting a slight improvement of ₦3.70. READ ALSO:K1 De Ultimate Denies FAAN’s Claims, Says It Was Only Drinking Water at Abuja Airport Similarly, the naira strengthened in the parallel market, trading at around ₦1,550 to a dollar, compared to ₦1,565 the previous day. READ…
K1 De Ultimate Denies FAAN’s Claims, Says It Was Only Drinking Water at Abuja Airport Fuji music legend, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has dismissed claims that he splashed alcohol on airline officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, insisting that the content in question was plain drinking water. K1’s reaction comes after the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement alleging the artist caused a disturbance during security screening for a ValueJet flight on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. According to FAAN, the veteran singer was asked to present the contents of a…