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“Senator Natasha enjoys more privileges than other female senators” – Ireti Kingibe. Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has disputed allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. Akpoti-Uduaghan recently accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment and claimed that other female senators, including Kingibe, had not supported her in her ordeal. Speaking on Arise TV, Kingibe countered Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims, stating that Akpabio actually favours her more than any other female senator. Kingibe explained that she had attempted to reach out to Akpoti-Uduaghan to discuss the seating arrangement controversy but was rebuffed. She noted that Akpoti-Uduaghan enjoys special privileges from the Senate leadership, unlike other female senators. Her words: “The reason you’ve heard it said everywhere, that the three women in the Senate have been silent, yes, because silence is golden, especially when one of us ...

Young Lady Brutally Beaten To Death By Boyfriend After Paying Him A Visit. According to Punch newspaper,the Lagos state police operatives have taken a 23-year-old, Gbolahan Adebayo, into custody for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, resulting in her fatal death, in the Ijedodo area of Alimosho, Lagos. It was gathered from sources familiar with the matter that the unfortunate incident occurred on Friday during a visit by the deceased to the suspect's house. A local resident, who preferred to be identified only as Akin, shared with our correspondent on Monday that he distinctly heard the 23-year-old victim's desperate cries for help ringing out around midnight as she was allegedly being brutally assaulted by her boyfriend. Akin further revealed that it was not until daybreak that Adebayo sounded the alarm, apparently feigning concern, after he discovered that his girlfriend had become unresponsive following the violent assault. A police insider, who requested anony...

UNILORIN Hosts 2025 IUPAC Women’s Breakfast Meeting Members of the Network of Nigerian Women in STEM gathered at the University of Ilorin for the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) Global Women’s Breakfast Meeting. ROYAL NEWS gathered that the event was aimed at highlighting the achievements of women in Chemistry and fostering collaboration and networking among female scientists across Nigeria. In his opening remarks, the National President of the Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN), Prof. Rufus Sha’ato emphasized the importance of women’s participation in science and technology fields, particularly Chemistry. Represented by the Chairman of the CSN Kwara Chapter, Prof. O.S. Oguntoye, the CSN boss acknowledged the historical underrepresentation of women in these areas and called for concerted effort to create more inclusive environments that encourage young girls to pursue careers in STEM. In her opening remarks, the Head of the Department of Chemistry, ...

“I’m loose for him, see his chest”: Jojo of Lele melts after outing with VDM An influencer Josephine Sunday, also known as Jojo of Lele, has shared how she feels about social critic Verydarkman (VDM) Recall that VDM took her for an outing in Abuja after he exposed her as one of the people Nedu claimed he slept with Many netizens have assumed that VDM and Jojo of Lele would make a good couple and they shared their wishes for them Social media influencer Josephine Sunday, better known as Jojo of Lele, has expressed her feelings about social critic Vincent Martins Otse, aka Verydarkman Jojo of Lele reveals why she loves VDMJojo of Lele shares why she loves VDM after hanging out with him. Image credit: @verydarkblackmanSource: Instagram A filmmaker and content creator Stanley Ontop noted that Jojo of Lele is loose because she was excited about meeting VDM and hanging out with him. He affirmed that the lady and VDM would get married and asked netizens to bet with him. Stanley ad...

Governor Adeleke Votes as Controversial Osun State LG Election Holds [PHOTOS]. Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has cast his vote in the controversial local government election currently taking place across the state. The buildup to the Saturday election was marked by rising tension between the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). Trouble began after a recent Court of Appeal judgment overturned the sack of local government chairmen and councillors, who were originally removed by a Federal High Court ruling in November 2022. The crisis can be dated back to the administration of former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, under whom the sacked officials were elected. Justice Nathaniel Ayo-Emmanuel of the Federal High Court in Osogbo had declared their election invalid in 2022. However, the Akure Division of the Court of Appeal reversed that decision on February 10, 2025, reinstating the officials. Following the court ruling, APC...

Nigerian govt bows to pressure, to crash telecom tariff hike The Federal Government of Nigeria is reportedly set to reduce the telecommunications tariff hike from the previously approved 50 percent to 35 percent. According to Vanguard, the reduction followed a meeting of the 10-man committee comprising government officials and representatives of the Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC. The meeting was reportedly held at the office of the National Security Adviser, NSA, on Friday. Reports further indicated that an official communique announcing the tariff reduction is expected to be released soon by the Nigerian Communication Commission, NCC. DAILY POST recalls that NLC had on February 12, rejected the hike in tariff by telecommunications companies despite an earlier agreement reached with the NCC. The organized labour subsequently demanded immediate reversal of the hike to avoid unpleasant consequences as it vowed to mobilize protest. According to NLC, “If the telecommunications ...

I Am Glad About What Is Happening In America – Tinubu Asks Nigeria To Wake Up Amid USAID Shut Down Nigeria NewsI Am Glad About What Is Happening In America – Tinubu Asks Nigeria To Wake Up Amid USAID Shut Down. President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said the US government’s decision to shut down its Agency for International Development, has shown that it is time for Nigeria, and Africa to wake up. Tifemax News reports that hours after he was sworn in as president, Donald Trump had announced an immediate 90-day freeze on all US foreign assistance, including over $40bn for international projects provided by United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Trump said the hiatus would allow for a review to ensure the agency aligned with his America-First agenda. Speaking on the development when he appeared as Special Guest of Honour at the official launch of the autobiography of former Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, Tinubu stated that the revelation, including terror f...

OAU staff honour colleague killed by lion Staff members of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, under the National Association of Academic Technologists , have honoured the late Olabode Olawuyi, a veterinary technologist who was killed by a lion in the university zoo. Olawuyi died on February 19, 2024, while attempting to rescue a junior colleague who was attacked by the lion during feeding. To mark the first anniversary of his tragic death, NAAT organised a one-day workshop titled “Workplace Safety Awareness” at the Pit Theatre, Department of Dramatic Arts. Speaking at the event, NAAT National President, Mr. Ibeji Nwokoma, described Olawuyi as a martyr who died saving another life.  Represented by the immediate past National Treasurer, Dr. Rachel Hassan-Olajokun, Nwokoma urged the university management to rename the zoo in Olawuyi’s honour. “I want to commend the OAU NAAT executives for organizing this workshop. I also advocate that the zoo should be named after the la...

CBN directs banks to publish details of dormant accounts, unclaimed balances. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued new regulations for managing dormant accounts, unclaimed balances, and other financial assets in banks and financial institutions across the country. According to reports from The Cable, these guidelines were detailed in a circular titled, “Guidelines on Management of Dormant Accounts, Unclaimed Balances, and Other Financial Assets in Banks and Other Financial Institutions in Nigeria.” The circular, signed by Michael Akuka on behalf of the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department of CBN, defines a dormant account as any bank account that has remained inactive for at least one year. According to the CBN, financial institutions are required to publicly display certain details about dormant accounts on their official websites. These details include the name of the account holder, the type of account, and the branch where the account is do...

Tinubu naming 5 institutions after himself in less than 2 years sparks debate about legality. Since his inauguration, five institutions have been named after President Bola Tinubu, sparking controversy. In this report, The ICIR examines whether it is legally permissible for a president to name institutions after himself. From May 29, 2023, when President Bola Tinubu assumed office, to date, the number of institutions and edifices named after him has risen to five. The naming of institutions after Tinubu has generated criticism from a wide range of Nigerians. Among the institutions named after the president are: National Assembly Library and Resource Centre, which was inaugurated in May 2024; the Nigeria Immigration Service Technology Complex; the recently commissioned Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks. Others include the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Polytechnic, Gwarinpa, Abuja; and the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, Niger State, formerly called the Abubakar Imam...

Kebbi Local Govt former-Chairman Declared Missing After Bandits Attacked Him, Set Car Ablaze. According to multiple security sources, the incident happened on 17 February at about 12:30am while Diggi was on his way to his village from Birnin Kebbi.  Umar Namashaya Diggi, former Chairman of Kalgo Local Government Area in Kebbi State, has gone missing after being attacked by unidentified assailants along the Birnin Kebbi-Diggi Road.  According to multiple security sources, the incident happened on 17 February at about 12:30am while Diggi was on his way to his village from Birnin Kebbi.  The former chairman was reportedly chased by an unknown vehicle upon reaching Gayi village. “The assailants forced him to stop, set his Toyota Corolla with registration number KLG 637 AA ablaze, and fled the scene. His whereabouts remain unknown,” a police source disclosed. Security operatives who arrived at the scene recovered items suspected to have been used in the attack, inc...

BREAKING: LG Boss Killed in Attempt to Take Over Secretariat As Osun Council Crisis Turn Bloody [PHOTO]. The reinstated chairman of Irewole Local Government Area in Osun State, Mr. Remi Abass, has reportedly been killed. It is alleged that Abass was killed by armed men linked to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The event occurred when Abass and other local government officials, who had been dismissed but reinstated by a recent court ruling, tried to take control of the council’s secretariat in Ikire. The incident on Monday morning escalated when Abass led a group of former local government officials to the secretariat. They were attempting to take control when armed men, believed to be loyal to the PDP, stormed the area to force them out. Gunshots were exchanged during the chaos, and tragically, Abass was killed. Several others were injured in the attack. The situation escalated further when the armed men took to the highway, shooting into the air and causing pani...

I Was Born with Both Male and Female Features, and I Noticed Changes as I Grew Older" – Halima Sani. Halima Sani has shared her journey of living with a rare medical condition that made her childhood and teenage years challenging. In an interview with BBC Pidgin in 2024, Halima revealed that she was born with both male and female features. As she grew older, she noticed changes in her body that made her feel different and unsure about her future. "It was difficult because I couldn’t interact freely with people," she said. "I felt different, and it affected my confidence."Despite these struggles, Halima’s story reached a kind-hearted individual who offered support. This good Samaritan covered the cost of her medical treatment, giving her a new lease on life. After undergoing a successful procedure, she now looks forward to a brighter future. "My dream is to live happily, have a family, and enjoy life to the fullest," she said. Halima’s stor...

It is disheartening that N20 note which carries my dad’s image has become worthless-Aishat Muhammed. Aishat Oyebode (née Muhammed), the eldest daughter of the late General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, spoke about the tragic event of February 13, 1976, when her father was killed just seven months after becoming Nigeria’s leader. In an interview with Daily Trust, she talked about how his death remains one of the saddest moments in Nigeria’s history. She also shared how it affected their family and mentioned the plans to mark the 50th anniversary of his passing next year. When she was told during the interview that forty-nine years after his death, the N20 note which has his portrait is now worthless in present day Nigeria as it cannot buy anything. Aishat acknowledged that 49 years after her father’s assassination, the N20 note bearing his portrait has lost its value in present-day Nigeria, as it can no longer purchase anything significant. She said, "It is disheartening to s...

Reactions follow UNIZIK female student\'s expulsion. Reactions continue to trail the expulsion of controversial UNIZIK female student, Precious Mbakwe, who was involved in a physical altercation with a lecturer, sparking widespread debate on social media. The incident, which gained massive attention online, showed Precious Mbakwe physically assaulting a male lecturer after he interrupted her video recording. The viral footage ignited mixed reactions, with some condemning her actions while others called for a fair hearing. Following the online uproar, the university management swiftly addressed the situation, revealing that an internal investigation had been launched to determine the facts surrounding the incident. Many awaited the school’s decision, speculating on possible disciplinary measures. In a significant development, Precious Mbakwe has been officially expelled, as stated in a recent announcement from the university’s management. The statement confirmed that she...

CBN Increases ATM Withdrawal Charges to N100, N450 This was revealed in a circular signed by the apex bank’s acting director of financial policy and regulation department, John Onojah. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has increased charges on the use of Automated Teller Machines, ATMs. A new circular signed by the apex bank’s acting director of financial policy and regulation department, John Onojah stated that a N100 fee will apply per N20,000 withdrawal, plus a subcharge of up to N450 per N20,000 withdrawal. The revised charges will take effect from March 1. CBN has explained that this would address rising operational costs and enhance efficiency in the banking sector. It noted that the review is in line with Section 10.7 of the ‘CBN guide to charges by banks, other financial and non-bank financial institutions (2020)’. ATM transactions charges were last reviewed was in 2019, when the CBN reduced withdrawal fees from N65 to N35. According to this new policy, customers wit...

UNIZIK female student bites lecturer during clash over TikTok video. There was chaos at the Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, after a yet-to-be-identified female student attacked and bit a lecturer during a heated altercation. The incident, which occurred on campus, stemmed from an argument after the lecturer, identified as Dr. Chukwudi Michael, interrupted the student while she was recording a dance video in the faculty corridor. Eyewitnesses said the student was dancing while someone filmed her when Michael attempted to pass by. “The lecturer tapped her on the shoulder and said, ‘Excuse me,’ as he passed behind her. However, she became visibly upset and exclaimed, ‘Can you imagine how he just hit me?’” an eyewitness recounted. The disagreement quickly escalated into a physical confrontation, with the student grabbing the lecturer’s clothes aggressively as onlookers tried to intervene. A viral video of the incident, circulating on social media on Tuesday, c...

Edo Government Shuts State University Satellite Campuses The Edo State Government has announced the immediate closure of all satellite campuses of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, directing that all academic programmes must now be conducted exclusively at the university’s main campus in Ekpoma. The decision, according to the state government, is part of ongoing efforts to improve the quality of education in the institution and ensure better oversight of academic activities.  In a statement dated February 11, 2025, and signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Umar Ikhilor, the government said that the closure is in line with Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to raising the standard of education at the university. The statement further noted that the administration has made significant investments in the institution and that concentrating all academic activities at the main campus would enhance learning conditions and institutional efficiency.

MNC 2:3 RMA: How Vinicius Jnr Humbled The Trolling Man City Fans In Champions League Yesterday. Real Madrid got more than they would have wished for in their first-leg encounter against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase yesterday. From a 2-1 deficit in the match, the Los Blancos showed why they are tagged the "comeback kings" in this tournament by securing a late 3-2 victory over Manchester City. Second half goals from Kylian Mbappe, Brahim Diaz, and Jude Bellingham were enough to help Real Madrid secure this crucial win away from home. As many would say, Vinicius Jnr had the last laugh in this match for Real Madrid after being trolled by the Man City fans in the stadium. Before the start of the game, the Man City fans displayed a large banner saying "stop crying your heart out" while Rodri was pictured kissing his Ballon D'or award. This message was for Vinicius Jnr who lost the Ballon D'or award...

FCMB, Others To Be Arraigned Over Alleged Mortgage Fraud. Justice Ismail Ijelu of a Lagos State High Court, Ikeja has fixed March 11 for the arraignment of First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and three other defendants accused of alleged forgery and mortgage related offences. The co-defendants in the case are Okogun Polycarp, Batik Line International Limited, and Bolaji Adebajo. Justice Ismail Ijelu fixed the date after the accused individuals failed to appear before the court for trial. According to police counsel from the Special Fraud Unit, Daniel Apochi, the defendants had been informed about their arraignment. However, in their absence, the prosecution requested an adjournment to allow the court sheriff to serve them officially. The Special Fraud Unit of the Nigeria Police has filed a four-count charge against the defendants, including conspiracy to commit a felony, forgery, and fraudulent conversion, violating Section 411 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. The pro...

Coalition Not A Conspiracy To Remove Tinubu From Power, Tinubu Has Removed Himself Long Ago—Adebayo Prince Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has urged political groups to unite against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election, as reported by TIFEMAX NEWS. He made this call while speaking at a gathering of the Arewa Movement for Good Governance in Kaduna State. Adebayo criticized Nigeria’s current leaders, calling them a disappointment to the country’s founding fathers. He said that past leaders like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Ahmadu Bello, and Obafemi Awolowo would be unhappy with the way the country is being governed today. He stressed that the meeting was not just about President Tinubu but about creating a strong political coalition. According to him, Nigeria needs a national consensus to bring better governance.  He argued that Tinubu had already failed in leadership and should be removed through the ballot in 2027. The meeting...

CBN announces new ATM transaction fees, effective March 1, 2025 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reviewed the transaction fees for Automated Teller Machine (ATM) services, with new charges set to take effect from March 1, 2025. In a circular signed by John Onojah, the acting director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, the CBN stated that the fee adjustment aims to address the rising operational costs and enhance efficiency within the banking sector. The last time the ATM transaction fees were revised was in 2019 when the CBN reduced withdrawal fees from ₦65 to ₦35. While the new policy will result in higher costs for certain ATM transactions, the CBN emphasized that it aligns with Section 10.7 of the CBN Guide to Charges by Banks, Other Financial and Non-Bank Financial Institutions (2020). Under the new structure, customers making withdrawals from their own bank’s ATMs (on-us transactions) will still enjoy free withdrawals. However, a ₦100 fee will be c...

I Told My Man The Only Condition That Will Make Me Stop Filmmaking Is If He Also Quit His Job-Bakare. In a candid interview, popular Yoruba movie actress Zainab Bakare opened up about the challenges she faced in her relationship due to her film career. In  a video posted on Debbie Show TV's official YouTube channel, Bakare disclosed that her boyfriend had made a surprising offer in an attempt to persuade her to quit filmmaking. She revealed that he offered her money so she would stop acting, expressing discomfort with the intimate scenes she shares with male actors. "My man offered me money to quit filmmaking; he said he doesn't like seeing actors kissing me," Bakare explained. However, the actress made it clear that she would not abandon her passion for film that had been part of her life long before their relationship began “I told him I can't quit my filmmaking profession because I was already an actress when he met me,” she asserted. In a bold stan...

How I sacked my daughter over lateness — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo ABEOKUTA — FORMER President Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, recalled how he sacked his daughter from his farm on account of late coming to work. According to Obasanjo, the action had an indescribable effect on all his employees, saying “if Baba could do this to his daughter, who are we?” The former President, who made the disclosure, while playing host to the new Chairman, Board of Management of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba in Abeokuta, Dr Dayo Israel, who was on courtesy visit to him at his Penthouse residence, located in the premises of Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, told his visitor to brace up for the challenges ahead and be ready to step on toes, if necessary, for a successful tenure of office. He said: “No leader of note he has ever come across achieved without stepping on toes.” Dr Israel was in company of the FMC, Abeokuta Medical Director, Pro...

Why I didn’t want to emulate my father – Clarence Peters. Renowned music video director Clarence Peters has opened up about the intricate relationship with his father, music legend Shina Peters.  In an interview on the WithChude podcast, Clarence delved into the emotional impact of his father’s past actions, particularly his relationship with women. Clarence revealed that his father’s mistakes, including his failure to protect his mother, actress Clarion Chukwura, from industry backlash, have had a lasting influence on his approach to relationships.  Determined not to repeat his father’s errors, Clarence said he has made a conscious effort to learn from the past. With vulnerability and empathy, Clarence acknowledged his father’s mortality, recognising that Shina Peters is nearing his 70s and can only seek forgiveness from God.  He said: “My dad screwed up, I mean using the word screwed up is me putting it lightly because his colleagues blackballed my mum and s...

Why I didn’t want to emulate my father – Clarence Peters. Renowned music video director Clarence Peters has opened up about the intricate relationship with his father, music legend Shina Peters.  In an interview on the WithChude podcast, Clarence delved into the emotional impact of his father’s past actions, particularly his relationship with women. Clarence revealed that his father’s mistakes, including his failure to protect his mother, actress Clarion Chukwura, from industry backlash, have had a lasting influence on his approach to relationships.  Determined not to repeat his father’s errors, Clarence said he has made a conscious effort to learn from the past. With vulnerability and empathy, Clarence acknowledged his father’s mortality, recognising that Shina Peters is nearing his 70s and can only seek forgiveness from God.  He said: “My dad screwed up, I mean using the word screwed up is me putting it lightly because his colleagues blackballed my mum and she was alrea...

Yvonne Jegede pens heartfelt tribute to late ‘mother’, Bukky Ajayi 9years after death. Yvonne Jegede remembers Bukky Ajayi on posthumous birthday Yvonne Jegede has remembered her late mother-in-law Bukky Ajayi, 9 years after her death. The movie star took to Instagram to express her emotions, revealing that she misses her so much and wished she could see her grandson. Jegede was married to Ajayi’s son, Olakunle Abounce. Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede poured out her heart in an emotional tribute to her late mother-in-law Mama Bukky Ajayi, marking nine years since her passing. Veteran actress Zainab Bukky Ajayi was born February 2nd 1934 and died 82 years after on July 6th 2016. In a touching Instagram post, Jegede expressed deep longing, reflecting on how much she wished her mother could meet her grandson, Xavier, who was born on November 1, 2018. "Mama, I miss you,” she wrote, reminiscing about a recent lunch with a family friend that triggered a wave of emotions. Jeg...

Trump Shuts Down DOJ Team Investigating Abacha’s Stolen Billions. U.S. President Donald Trump has disbanded the Kleptocracy Asset Recovery Initiative, a specialized unit within the Department of Justice (DOJ) responsible for tracing and recovering billions of dollars in stolen assets linked to corrupt foreign leaders. The initiative, launched in 2010, played a key role in high-profile cases, including the 1MDB scandal and the recovery of funds looted by former Nigerian head of state, Gen. Sani Abacha. Under the program, the DOJ successfully forfeited $23 million in Abacha-linked assets in 2022, bringing the total amount recovered to $334.7 million, which was repatriated to Nigeria. According to reports from The Heritage Times, the decision to shut down the unit was made under the directive of Attorney General Pam Bondi, with a DOJ memo obtained by Reuters stating that resources would now be redirected toward fighting drug cartels and international gangs. “This policy requir...

You’ll Find Bad Things – Trump Instructs Elon Musk| Tinubu Gives Fresh Order, Issues Directives. You’ll find bad things’ – Trump instructs Elon Musk, DOGE to review Pentagon spending United States President Donald Trump on Friday said billionaire businessman, Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE, team will be taking a close look at Pentagon spending to search for potential waste and fraud. Trump expressed confidence that Musk and DOGE will find some things that are pretty bad in the Pentagon. “Pentagon, [the Department of] Education, just everything. We’re going to go through everything,” Trump told reporters during a press conference at the White House. “It was so bad with what we just went through with this horrible situation we just went through [at USAID], and I guess 97 precent of the people [there] have been dismissed. “It was very, very unfortunate. You are not going to find anything like that [at some of the other agencies], but you’re going t...

Southampton set to sign Nigerian winger The Nigerian winger for Antwerp is expected to sign with Southampton of the Premier League, despite having a difficult debut season. According to Het Niewusblad, Victor Udoh is expected to go from Antwerp to the Premier League. The 20-year-old Nigerian winger, who was just placed on the team's reserve squad, will depart the Belgian team on deadline day in order to sign with Southampton. He is reportedly going to start for Southampton's reserve team.  Antwerp supporters may be a little worried that the team is letting another winger go after losing Jacob Ondrejka to Parma this winter. The Swedish winger was having a great season with seven goals and five assists in 26 games, and with Michel-Ange Balikwisha also out with an injury, the team is currently lacking wide players. Udoh has been a bit part player for the Belgian team in recent years, making the majority of his appearances from the bench. He made 14 appearances during t...