Category: Fact Check
Pack and Go Home, Nigerians Have Rejected You —Wike Fires Explosive Shot at Atiku
The rift between Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar escalated over the weekend as Wike fired back at the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, labelling him a “serial loser.” Wike’s remarks came after Atiku criticized him over the outcome of the local government…
Mauro Icardi’s Brace Powers Galatasaray to 3-0 Win Over Antalyaspor
Galatasaray secured a dominant 3-0 away victory against Antalyaspor, with Mauro Icardi delivering a stellar performance by scoring twice. The Argentine forward’s brace, along with a stoppage-time strike from Victor Osimhen, who had a previous goal disallowed, wrapped up an important win for the visitors. Icardi opened the scoring in the 10th minute, capitalizing on…
Bayelsa Govt Refutes Claims of Inflated Budget Figures, Demands Apology from Tracka, SaharaReporters
The Bayelsa State Government has expressed deep concern and disappointment over a report published by SaharaReporters, which it described as false and misleading. The report, attributed to Tracka, a civil society organization monitoring public budgets, alleged that the state allocated N700 million in its 2024 budget for the purchase of only 50 torchlights and 100…
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Jigawa Commissioner Suspended After Arrest with Married Woman
Kehinde Fajobi Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has suspended Auwalu Sankara, the Commissioner for Special Duties, following allegations made by the Kano State Hisbah Board. The Hisbah, Kano’s Islamic police, arrested Sankara in an uncompleted building with a married woman. Dr Abba Sufi, the Director General of the Hisbah Board, confirmed the arrest on…
Endless Blackouts: Nigerians Struggle as National Grid Fails for Third Time in One Week
Nigerians are once again thrown into widespread darkness as the national power grid collapsed for the third time in just one week, leaving many states in total blackout. This latest failure marks the eighth grid disturbance in 2024, underscoring the persistent instability in the country’s power infrastructure. The collapse, which occurred early Saturday morning, saw…
Tottenham Thrash West Ham 4-1 as Son Nets 250th Spurs Goal, Kudus Sees Red
In a thrilling London derby, Tottenham Hotspur stormed to a 4-1 victory over West Ham United, with Heung-Min Son marking his 250th goal for the club. The match, filled with drama, saw Mohammed Kudus open the scoring early for the Hammers before being sent off in the second half. West Ham took the lead in…
Flood on Lagos-Benin Road: Economic Activities Halted as Travelers Stranded
Economic activities have been paralyzed along the Lagos-Benin expressway in Ore, Ondo State, as severe flooding has taken over the road, stranding hundreds of commuters. The flood, caused by continuous heavy rainfall, has made a vital section of the highway impassable, leaving both passengers and goods transporters stuck for hours. Many of the stranded travelers…
Everybody Wants Big Wiz —Wizkid Boasts After Snubbing Davido at London Club
Nigerian artist, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly called Wizkid, took to social media to highlight his star power following a tense encounter with fellow musician Davido at a London nightclub. The two artists, who have had a longstanding feud, crossed paths on Friday night when Wizkid casually walked past Davido’s table. While Davido was enjoying the night…
Police Deny Unlawful Arrest, Detention of Minor, Cite Court Orders
Kehinde Fajobi The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has denied claims circulating on social media that officers from the Kubwa Police Division unlawfully arrested and detained a minor. In a statement issued by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu, the command…
Mob Kills Police Officer Over Accident Involving Okada Rider in Lagos
Kehinde Fajobi An Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) with the Lagos State Police Command was killed by an angry mob in Agege on Saturday morning after responding to an accident involving a commercial motorcyclist (Okada rider) and a truck at WEMCO junction by Mobil Road. The police had arrived at the scene around 1:40 a.m.…
White Soup: A Timeless Nigerian Dish of Tradition, Wellness, and Flavor
White Soup, locally known as Ofe Nsala among the Igbo people of Nigeria, is a dish that stirs up memories of tradition, culture, and wellness. Unlike other soups packed with vibrant colours, White Soup is uniquely pale and delicate yet filled with deep savoury flavours. Its appearance might deceive the unfamiliar, but its taste is…
Medical, Dental Consultants Issue 21-Day Strike Notice Over Unmet Demands
Kehinde Fajobi The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has given a 21-day strike notice to stakeholders, demanding the resolution of its long-standing issues. Failure to meet these demands, according to MDCAN, will lead to the withdrawal of services by its members, who are holders of Medical and Dental Fellowships. This was revealed…
WAFU U-20: Flying Eagles Lose 1-0 to Burkina Faso, Face Must-Win Against Cote D’Ivoire
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles faced a setback in their WAFU B U-20 Championship opener, falling 1-0 to Burkina Faso on Friday in Lome, Togo. The decisive moment came in the second half when Burkina Faso’s Dramane Coulibaly capitalized on a defensive error, giving his team a crucial win in Group B. Despite dominating possession for large…
Olu Itori Hails Abiodun Over Gateway Inland Dry Port
Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta Olu of Itori, Ewekoro, Ogun State, Ọba Akorede Akamo, has lauded the State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, for establishing the Gateway Inland Dry Port (GIDP) at Kajola area to boost economic growth in the state. The GIDP is expected to create 5000 direct jobs for job seekers and 15,000 indirect jobs for small…
Content Creator Jadrolit Reveals, ‘I’m Battling Jaw Tumor
Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jadrolita, Nigeria’s pioneering human robotic content creator, has shared her struggles with a jawline tumor. Her revelation comes in response to criticism on social media regarding her hiatus from creating content after entering a relationship with TikTok sensation Peller. Addressing the backlash, Jadrolita explained that her absence was due…
Dee One Slams VeryDarkMan: ‘You Criticized Don Jazzy, Now You’ve Collected His N100m’
Comedian Dee One has criticized social media influencer VeryDarkMan for accepting a generous N100 million donation from Don Jazzy. VeryDarkMan recently announced the donation for his newly established NGO. In a video posted on Instagram, Dee One confronted VeryDarkMan, accusing him of hypocrisy. He pointed out that VeryDarkMan had previously condemned Don Jazzy for donating…
AGN Suspends Halima Abubakar Amid Allegations of Professional Misconduct
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has suspended actress Halima Abubakar for alleged professional misconduct. According to the AGN, the suspension follows a two-year covert investigation that revealed Abubakar’s role in “slandering Nollywood.” In a statement released on the 18th of October, 2024, the Guild confirmed the suspension, adding that several other female members are…
Women at the Helm: Bovi Highlights Female Dominance in Entertainment
Nigerian stand-up comedian Bovi Ugboma recently asserted that women hold significant control in the entertainment industry. Speaking on the TVC show “Your View,” Bovi pointed out that despite their dominance, women often continue to raise concerns about inequality, a habit he believes stems from their ongoing pursuit of gender parity. “Women need to understand that…
Nigeria’s eCommerce Fashion Market to Hit $423m by 2024, Says Minister
Kehinde Fajobi The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has revealed that Nigeria’s eCommerce fashion market is projected to reach $423 million by 2024. Speaking at the unveiling of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council’s (NEPC) Export Skills Acquisition Centre in Lagos on Friday, the minister noted that the sector’s growth is expected…