Category: News
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Chinese Supermarket in Abuja Accused of Racial Discrimination, Denying Nigerians Access
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A troubling report has emerged alleging that the management of a Chinese supermarket in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, is implementing an unofficial policy that prohibits Nigerian citizens from shopping in their store. Reports indicate that the China General Chamber of Commerce, located along Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Road in Abuja,…
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“We Got Your Back”: Sowore Supporters Throw Unbreakable Spirit Dinner in Rosedale, NY to Celebrate Activist’s Return after 5-Year Legal Battle in Nigeria
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The New York Sowore Support Group, dedicated to the cause of the renowned activist, Omoyele Sowore, came together on April 20, 2024, to commemorate his triumphant return to New York City after a prolonged legal battle in Nigeria. The event, tagged “We Got Your Back,” saw Sowore’s ardent supporters converge…
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Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Declared Wanted by EFCC
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a warrant for the immediate arrest of former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The EFCC, Nigeria’s premier financial crimes enforcement agency, has called on the public to provide information on Bello’s whereabouts in order to bring him in for questioning…
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Nigerian Tunde Onakoya Breaks Through 60 Players in 24 Hours in Attempt to Break Guinness Record
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In a Herculean effort to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon without losing a game, Nigerian chess player Tunde Onakoya has successfully played against 60 opponents in a non-stop, 24-hour mental battle. Prior to embarking on this remarkable mental journey, Tunde Onakoya announced his intention to…
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Omoyele Sowore Visits Nigerian Chess Player Tunde Onakoya During His Epic Guinness Record Breaking Marathon
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Omoyele Sowore, a renowned Nigerian political activist, paid a surprise visit to Nigerian chess player Tunde Onakoya during the latter’s world record breaking chess marathon. The unexpected meeting between Omoyele Sowore and Tunde Onakoya was a heartening instance of mutual admiration and support, particularly on the part of Sowore who…
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Delta State Take It Back Coordinator to Face Trial Anew: Judge Sani of Federal High Court Warri Sets April 20 for De-novo Hearing of Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho’s Case
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The case against Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, the Delta State Coordinator of the Take-It-Back Movement, is set for a fresh start on Thursday, April 20, 2024, at the Federal High Court, Warri Judicial Division. Justice M.I. Sani will be presiding over the de-novo hearing, which will see the case being retried from…
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EndSARS Detainee Wasiu Alleges Frame up, Claims AK 47 Rifle and Cartridges Planted by Police After Being Found on Another Man
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In a continuation of the aftermath of the #EndSARS protests that rocked the nation three years ago, Rasheed Bolaji Wasiu, one of the detained protesters, was on Tuesday arraigned in the Lagos State High Court at Tafa Balewa Square for allegedly possessing firearms. Wasiu, who claims he has been wrongfully…
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Days After Bobrisky’s Jailing for Naira Abuse, EFCC Moves to Arraign Instagram Celebrity Cubana Chief Priest Over Alleged Misuse of Nigerian Currency
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Social media star Cubana Chief Priest is facing legal trouble from Nigeria’s anti-corruption watchdog, the EFCC, for the alleged mistreatment of the country’s currency at a public event. As court documents reveal, Cubana Chief Priest is set to appear before Justice Kehinde Ogundare at the Federal High Court in Lagos…
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Nigerian Army Personnel Forced to Resort to Crime: Low Salaries Spur Desperate Measures, Endangering National Security
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A Nigerian Army soldier has voiced his concerns about the financial difficulties that junior personnel face, revealing the significant strain low salaries have placed on their ability to make ends meet. Adding to his grievances, the sergeant argued that despite the crucial role the Nigerian military plays in ensuring the…
