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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has officially defected to the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC). Obi announced his defection on Wednesday, December 31, in Enugu, ahead of the 2027 general election. The former Anambra State governor said his decision to join the ADC was driven by the need…
A leading soft drink brand, Pepsi has reinforced its influence in Nigeria’s entertainment and youth culture space, reaffirming its long-standing support for music, live events and creative platforms as December festivities peak across the country. According to the organisation, the reaffirmation further strengthening the reputation that has earned it the title ‘Baba for the Streetz’…
In an era where fashion increasingly seeks meaning beyond aesthetics, Nleche has emerged as a contemporary Nigerian fashion brand redefining how culture, craftsmanship, and modern design coexist. Rooted in heritage yet designed for the global stage, Nleche tells a story of identity, intentionality, and understated elegance woven carefully through fabric, form, and purpose. At the…
The House of Representatives on Wednesday invoked the provisions of order 19, rule 1 and 2 of its standing order, and its constitutional power to summon the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to appear before the House Committee on Public Account to explain the non-remittance of about N16 trillion into the coffers…
The European Union and the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) have urged Nigerian policymakers to accelerate legal reforms addressing Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), which they describe as an evolving threat to women’s safety and democratic participation. At the 11th Network Conference of Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) held in Abuja, the…
A social media user and cancer patient, Mensah Omolola, popularly known on X as AuntieEsther, who sparked widespread debate after rejecting a blood transfusion recommended as part of her treatment has died. Her death was confirmed on Saturday by media personality #AUNTYMUSE_, who supported her throughout her treatment journey. Reacting to a post announcing AuntieEsther…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured their place in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tunisia in Morocco on Saturday. The goals for Nigeria came from Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman, ensuring the team’s qualification from their group. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 44th minute, connecting with a precise cross from Lookman just before halftime. Ndidi,…