Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, Nigeria’s representative at the Miss Universe 2024 competition, has made history by emerging as the 1st Runner-Up, placing second globally. Held in Mexico City, the prestigious event concluded with Adetshina becoming the highest-ranking African contestant in this year’s edition, a significant achievement for Nigeria and the continent. The 23-year-old model and advocate from Taraba State had…
The Ondo governorship election is currently witnessing a mix of challenges and controversies, particularly regarding allegations of vote-buying. Comrade Kunle Ajayi Wizeman, the African Action Congress (AAC) candidate, has strongly criticized the election process, describing it as a “bought election.” He accused major parties of distributing substantial amounts of money at polling units, claiming that funds allocated for public…
Suspected thugs reportedly fired gunshots sporadically at Ofosu village, in ldanre council area of Ondo state. Voters fled. The incident, it was learnt, caused panic, forcing people to stay indoors to avoid stray bullets. A community leader told newsmen: “We don’t know who they are. But they were firing gunshots into the air in some parts of the village…
Stanley Nwabali, Super Eagles goalkeeper, is grieving the loss of his father, who passed away this morning. The tragic news was confirmed by Nwabali, who expressed his deep sadness over the loss of his mentor and supporter. Nwabali, known for his achievements on and off the field, has been a significant figure in Nigerian football. He earned his first…
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The Federal Government in October through the OHCSF initiated the process of selecting new permanent secretaries to fill vacancies in eight states. A total of 19 directors out of 38 shortlisted for the position of permanent secretaries in the Federal Civil Service have failed the qualifying examination. A memo signed by Dr Emmanuel Meribole on behalf of the examination…
I first meet her on a hot afternoon in Benin City. I see her on the street of Adolor, close to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, looking lost, almost like she doesn’t belong there. At first, I don’t know who she is. She’s barely recognizable from the successful woman I later learn she once was. There’s a crowd…
In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape of Delta State, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained Ifeanyi Okowa, the immediate past governor of the oil-rich state, at its Port Harcourt Zonal office. This follows allegations of fraud and the misappropriation of state funds during his tenure as governor. Sources familiar with…
A new image trending on social media shows Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a “Pill Ambassador.” This image was shared by Nigerian entertainer and activist Charly Boy, known for his bold statements and thought-provoking posts. Charly Boy posted the image on his Twitter handle, sparking widespread discussion. In the image, President Tinubu is portrayed in a humorous yet…
In Senegal, sex work has been legally regulated since 1969 to curb the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Registered sex workers must be at least 21 years old, enroll with a health facility, and undergo regular health checkups. These workers are issued a carnet sanitaire, or medical report card, which they are required to carry as proof of…
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