Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume has called on Nigerians to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu while warning that the All Progressives Congress faces internal strain from accepting defectors who contribute minimal value to the ruling party. The former Senate leader, honored for legislative excellence and promoting national unity at the Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture in Abuja, compared the situation to overloading a vessel with empty cargo that risks capsizing.
Ndume acknowledged occasional criticism of the administration but affirmed confidence in the president's leadership capabilities and willingness to listen to counsel. He emphasized that effective governance requires removing incompetent officials and surrounding the leader...
Advocates for Anioma State argue the proposed creation would address a constitutional imbalance that has left the Southeast as Nigeria's only geopolitical zone with five states, while others possess six or seven. Senator Ned Nwoko has revitalized this decades-old campaign, mobilizing lawmakers and traditional institutions to carve nine local government areas from the Delta North Senatorial District. Supporters emphasize that residents of the region share Igbo cultural and linguistic identity despite colonial-era boundaries drawn along the River Niger separating them from the Southeast.
Proponents highlight Asaba's existing infrastructure, including an international airport and government facilities, as evidence that the territory...
Nigerian actress Genevieve Nnaji has criticized social media commentary suggesting Igbo men should avoid marrying women from their ethnic group and instead pursue relationships with East African partners, particularly from Rwanda. The recommendation emerged after images circulated showing a Rwandan woman reportedly betrothed to a man from Anambra state, with the original poster claiming southeastern Nigerian women frequently lodge false accusations against their husbands.
Nnaji challenged the sentiment as deflecting personal responsibility while perpetuating harmful stereotypes about Igbo women. The actress argued that seeking vulnerable partners abroad to continue problematic behavior demonstrates a refusal to address character flaws...
Reality television personality Phyna has extended encouragement to fellow Big Brother Naija champion Imisi during a public conflict with her parent over financial matters following a substantial prize victory. The disagreement escalated when the mother accused her daughter of neglect and displayed their deteriorating living conditions despite the younger woman's windfall of 150 million naira.
Phyna shared her support through social media, referencing her personal struggles with similar family tensions that caused emotional distress. She urged the recent winner to handle the situation differently and concentrate on personal development rather than repeating past mistakes.
The conflict began after the mother voiced frustration about...
Hollywood star Tom Cruise received an honorary Academy Award at the Governors Awards ceremony held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Los Angeles, recognizing his extensive contributions to cinema over more than four decades. The 63-year-old performer, celebrated for his work in the Mission: Impossible franchise and Top Gun, expressed that creating films represents his identity rather than simply his profession during his acceptance remarks.
Mexican director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu presented the accolade and acknowledged the difficulty of summarizing such a lengthy career. The filmmaker praised not merely a collection of projects but an entire lifetime dedicated to the craft.
Additional recipients at the ceremony included Debbie Allen...
Nigerian content creator Lumberjack has built a substantial streaming audience by combining humor with unfiltered authenticity, drawing on his upbringing in Warri to shape his distinctive style. The entertainer began creating short videos on TikTok in 2020 before transitioning to live streaming, where he developed an unscripted format mixing comedy with candid commentary on trending topics and personal experiences.
His content reflects what he describes as simultaneous chaos and calm, with streams featuring spontaneous reactions and relatable discussions that resonate with viewers. The creator acknowledged facing pressure from constant comparisons and online criticism, but maintains his approach by staying true to his personality both...
American rapper Nicki Minaj will participate in a United Nations gathering in New York to discuss jihadist attacks targeting Christians in Nigeria. The artist will appear alongside US Ambassador to the UN Michael Waltz and Alex Bruesewitz, who serves as a senior adviser to former President Donald Trump, according to Time senior political correspondent Eric Cortellessa.
Waltz praised the recording artist as a principled figure willing to address injustice and expressed appreciation for her use of a significant platform to highlight persecution facing Christians in the West African nation. Minaj indicated gratitude for the invitation and emphasized her commitment to confronting injustice through her influence.
The gathering follows...
Nigerian actor Olatayo Amokade, known professionally as Ijebu, has called on Big Brother Naija season 10 winner Imisi to reconcile with her mother following their ongoing public dispute over the N150 million prize money. The 23-year-old reality star had previously disclosed traumatic childhood experiences during the competition, including sexual assault at age 12 and an abortion at 13, while her mother later accused her of abandonment.
Ijebu addressed the contestant through a video message posted to his Instagram account, encouraging her to visit her parent, seek forgiveness, and request prayers. The actor described the mother as a mini god on earth and emphasized biblical teachings about honoring parents regardless of past...
Nigerian creative strategist Mayowa Adeyinka Orenuga, professionally known as Yeankeyz, will release his debut EP titled Evolve or Dissolve after spending years developing strategies and shaping sounds for prominent artists across the global music industry. The six-track project blends Afrofusion, Afrobeats, soul elements and experimental rhythms to create what the artist describes as an atmospheric and emotionally charged listening experience.
Yeankeyz has worked as a consultant and brand architect behind multiple chart-topping projects, often without receiving public recognition for his contributions. The creative force emphasized his transition from operating behind the scenes to establishing his individual artistic presence...
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