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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted 25 travellers along the Owo/Ifon/Benin Expressway in Ondo State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the victims were traveling ‎to Ifon, in Ose local government area of the state, for a burial ceremony and were stopped by the kidnappers who whisked them away. According to a source in an interview with Leadership Newspaper, explained that the victims were members of the Oke Igan branch of CAC in Akure, who were traveling with the church vehicle. The source who confirmed that about two members of her family were among the kidnapped members of the church said there was no news from the victims. READ MORE:  ‘It’s God’s Will’ — Says Prophet Who Impregnated Friend’s Wife In Ondo She explained that they were reportedly going for a programme in Ose council area of the state. The source added that the victims were kidnapped around 3 pm on Friday, with their vehicle conveying members of the choir and others abandoned on the side of the road. C

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has warned against the mistreatment of Nigerians abroad after Napoli mocked Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, earlier in the week. Recall that earlier in the week, the Italian club took to their official TikTok page to share two separate videos mocking Osimhen, who has been the team’s backbone, ever since he arrived from French club, Lille, last season. Tuhgar, in his reaction to Napoli’s decision to mock Osimhen for missing a penalty against Bologna on Sunday, September 24, noted that foreign-based Nigerian athletes must be treated with respect. The videos offended the 24-year-old striker to the extent that he decided to delete virtually every picture related to Napoli from his Instagram page. He was also captured on video snubbing some of his teammates when he arrived at the team’s hotel ahead of their 4-1 win over Udinese on Wednesday. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that his agent, Roberto Calenda, threatened to take the

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, says the gallantry of the Nigerian youth has pulled the country back from a ‘point of uncertainty to a place of common safety.’ Atiku, in his Independence Day message, enjoined Nigerians to have faith in God and be prepared to get the country back on track. He said, “While I enjoin us all to submit our strengths in faith to the Almighty God, we must be prepared to do our best to pull the country back from this point of uncertainty to a place of common safety. “The event of this year’s Independence Day is coming at a time when the country is at a crossroads in many aspects of our national lives. “Sixty-three years ago, when this great country acquired independence, it was upon the promise of abundant prosperity and the principle of social justice. “As a nation, we have continued to struggle to manifest the dreams of our founding fathers in upholding the promises of shared prosperity and social j

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appeal against the release of his academic records conflicts with his “impeccable” public declarations. Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the PDP, had approached the United States (US) District Court for the Northern District of Illinois to produce relevant documents showing academic information of Tinubu who claimed to have attended the Chicago State University (CSU). Jeffery Gilbert, US magistrate judge, granted the request and ordered CSU to release the president’s academic records. However, Tinubu filed an appeal against the order. Debo Ologunagba, PDP’s spokesperson, in a statement on Friday, said Tinubu’s quest not to have his academic records released is a disservice to Nigerians The opposition party said the All Progressives Congress (APC) must “come clean on the desperation to conceal certain vital details” of Tinubu’s academic records at the CSU from the public. READ ALSO:  CSU Records: Tinub

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Friday, submitted that Nigeria need not change its constitution before the nation can function well. Information Nigeria reports that Obi stated this at the Chinua Achebe Symposium, and the 10th Anniversary Memorial and 40th Anniversary of His seminal booklet “The Trouble with Nigeria Is Self-Inflicted” at Princeton University, New Jersey, United States of America. In a series of posts via X , he posited that the leadership of the country must be one that has its credentials identifiable. READ ALSO: Nigeria Has Continued To Drown In A Cocktail Of Challenges – Peter Obi His words: “Regarding the vision of a New Nigeria we must restructure; if Nigeria is being operated in ways that stop stealing; it will work. We don’t need to change the Constitution to secure the country,we need to do the right thing and abide by the rule of law. “Now, there is real trouble in Nigeria. “Rascality has become a measure of success in

Nigerian singer, Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ, popularly known as Brymo, has described Grammy-winning musician, Burna Boy as “sleazy, cheap, and very fake”. Speaking in a recent interview with TVC, the ‘Ara’ crooner also said that Burna Boy didn’t deserve to win the Grammy for his fifth studio album, ‘Twice As Tall,’ stressing that he lacks originality and most of his songs are samples. He also called out Wizkid and Davido describing them as “thieves” who are stealing from Fela’s afrobeat sacrifices. READ ALSO: “I Turned Down Simi’s Request For Song Feature Because She Refused To Get Intimate With Me – Brymo Brymo said, “I saw a video where he (Burna Boy) was saying that he was the Jesus of afrobeats. And he put Davido and Wizkid on some other mountains like that. “I think he (Burna Boy) is sleazy, he is cheap, he is a thief. Very unoriginal. Very fake. Every of his song is a sample or a stolen slogan. Who does that? And who awards you Grammy for that? “Afrobeats is a music style. It’s not

Ebonyi and Abia states led as food prices jumped by 31 per cent within in 12 months from July 2022 to July 2023. This is according to an analysis of the ‘Selected Food Price Watch,’ a report published on a monthly basis by the National Bureau of Statistics. The selected food items include staples such as rice(1kg), beans(1kg), bread (500g), tomatoes, beef, wheat (2kg), garri(1kg) and palm oil (1 bottle). READ MORE:  Cost Of Transportation Increased By 98% In One Month – NBS According to the reports, the highest food price increase was recorded in the price of yam, which jumped by 42 per cent, from N389.75 in July 2022 20 N539.41 in 2023. This was closely followed by the price of one kilogram of rice, which increased from N467.80 to N653.49 within 12 months. In the same vein, the price of palm oil went up by 35 per cent, from N890.67 to N1208.62 during the period in review. Other staple foods which contributed to the food price hike included Garri (1kg), which increased by 33 per

The administration of President Bola Tinubu has reportedly secured three loans, totalling $1.95 billion from the World Bank since coming into power on May 29, 2023. According to a report by BusinessDay, the loans are for education ($700 million), power ($750 million), and women empowerment ($500 million). Data from the Debt Management Office showed Nigeria’s total public debt has increased to N87.37 trillion at the end of June 2023. This represents a 103.93% year-on-year increase compared to N42.84 trillion in Nigeria’s public debt as of June 2022. According to the Bank, “The additional financing will scale up project activities from the current seven states to eleven additional states and increase the targeted beneficiaries to include out-of-school girls, those who are married, and those who have disabilities.” READ ALSO: NNPC Secures $3bn Emergency Loan To Stabilise The Naira Meanwhile, data from the Debt Management Office showed that Nigeria has an outstanding external debt

Former Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Kiddwaya, has revealed that his love for CeeC is unmatched. Kiddwaya made this statement on Wednesday while reacting to CeeC’s speech on the ongoing show. The six BBNaija All Stars finalists, CeeC, Pere, Ilebaye, Mercy, Adekunle and Cross, were given a task that required them to write an emotional letter to any housemate that they really appreciated. READ ALSO: “She’ll Follow Me Back” – Kiddwaya Brags After His Girlfriend Unfollowed Him For Kissing Mercy Eke CeeC, while delivering her speech on Tuesday, wrote about Kiddwaya and adulated his traits, which she found to be appealing about him. Reacting to CeeC’s video on his official X, Kiddwaya was moved to express his admiration for her. He wrote, “The love I have for that girl is UNMATCHED!” The finale of the season 8 edition of the show, which will take place on Sunday, October 1, 2023, will see the winner walk home with the N120million grand prize. The post BBNaija All Stars:

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), on Wednesday, announced that it successfully destroyed hideouts of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Anambra and Imo States. According to Edward Gabkwet, NAF’s spokesperson, the strikes took place on Tuesday at Mother Valley Orsumughu in Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra and Aku Ihube in Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo. The objective of these strikes, Gabkwet said, was to disrupt their unlawful activities and prevent them from causing harm to innocent Nigerians. “Acting on credible intelligence that IPOB/ESN terrorists had perfected plans to disrupt civic activities lined up in the coming days in Anambra and other southeastern states. “The air strikes were authorised in conjunction with ground troops and other security agencies on the location believed to also house some of their weapons and ammunitions. READ ALSO: Leah Sharibu Allegedly Divorces First ISWAP Husband, Now Leads Medical Team

INEC Fixes Dates For Edo, Ondo Guber Polls The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday, announced fixed dates for the off-cycle governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, of the Information and Voter Education Committee, said in Abuja that the tenure of the governors of Edo and Ondo states will end on November 11th, 2024, and February 23rd, 2025 respectively. He said while the governorship election will be held on September 21, 2024, in Edo State; it will be held on November 16, 2024, in Ondo State. “As provided in Section 178 (2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), election into the said offices shall be held not earlier than 150 days and not later than 30 days before the expiration of the tenure of the last holder of the office. “The latest date for election to the office of governor, Edo State, is 12th October 2024 while that of Ondo State is 24th January 2025

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Tuesday asked supporters of the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, and that of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, to give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu some slack. The former governor of Ebonyi state asked supporters of the candidates popularly called Atikulated and Obidients, to refrain from harping on the certificate scandal of Tinubu. Umahi who stated this at the unveiling his policy direction for the Ministry, in Abuja, heaped accolades on Tinubu, saying his performance throughout his public life shows the character of “an A student.” READ ALSO: Impeached Ogun LG Chair Remanded In Prison, Granted N2m Bail He however lamented the unwholesome attention being paid to demands for the release of the academic records of President Tinubu by the Chicago State University. “This (Tinubu) is a man who is the answer to the prayers of Nigerians to God. “This is a man who has passed through all the stages… look at his ap

Popular Afrobeats singer, Seun Kuti, has slammed those chastising the father of late singer, Mohbad for burying him immediately he passed on. Recall that Mohbad, who passed away on September 12 and was buried the following day. Several fans of the late singer resorted to social media to criticize the singer’s father for burying him without making the appropriate preparations and conducting thorough investigations. READ ALSO: “If You Had Access To Tinubu, You’d Love Him” – Seun Kuti In a recent interview with The Honest Bunch podcast, Seun Kuti responded to the criticism surrounding Mohbad’s funeral by saying that the deceased father is only being criticized because he is poor. “Poverty is playing a big role in this whole Mohbad issue. People are saying Mohbad’s father killed him because he buried him early. Who will be looking at his son’s dead body for two to three days?” he queried. Speaking in Pidgin, Kuti asked, “If na Otedola pikin die and he bury am overnight, wetin anybo

Popular Nigerian rapper, Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, better known by his stage name, Phyno has revealed that during his days as a struggling artiste, he was advised to join a cult or engage in rituals if he wanted quick fame and success in his music career. Phyno made this known while counselling up-and-coming artistes on taking shortcuts to success. According to him, hard work, determination and resilience were the basic ingredients he believed could make him successful, so he never believed in shortcuts. READ ALSO: “People Don’t Understand How Difficult It Is To Stay Sane In Our Industry” – Korede Bello The rapper advised young artistes to put their thirst for quick success in check and be wary of signing with just any record label out of desperation without properly reading and considering the terms and conditions of the contract. He noted, “Some people look at us today and think we got it easy, Not at all. “I’ve never loved easy things. Before many people heard of Phyno, I’d

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has called for an urgent and comprehensive investigation by the Federal Government into what he called “secretive negotiations” with bandits in the State. According to the Governor, a delegation allegedly sent by some federal agencies has been holding talks with bandit groups in Zamfara without the knowledge of the State Government. Lawal also called on the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s led administration to clarify the action of these agencies, which he said it is clearly at variance with the State Government’s adoption of a kinetic strategy in the fight against banditry. READ MORE:  Tinubu Orders Immediate Rescue Of Abducted Zamfara Varsity Students The statement read in parts: “Governor Dauda Lawal wishes to call on the Federal Government to clarify and investigate the actions of some unscrupulous elements sabotaging the ongoing fight against banditry in Zamfara. “The Zamfara State Government has received reports of how some Federal Governm

The Labour Party (LP) coordinator for the 2023 presidential election in Ekiti State, Moses Jolayemi on Sunday revealed that the effort by party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi to appeal the tribunal’s judgment is an exercise in futility. Recall that the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal struck out the petition filed by Obi against President Bola Tinubu. The tribunal in its ruling affirmed the victory of President Tinubu of All Progressive Congress, (APC) in the February 25th, 2023 election. Jolayemi in an interview with Punch said there is nothing new that Obi can present at the Supreme Court. He said: “I do not think that he is going to pull through at the Supreme Court or wherever. Senior advocates, analysts and enlightened people have all looked at the judgment and it was described as very good. READ MORE:  Peter Obi Appeals Against Tribunal’s Verdict, Submits 51 Grounds To Supreme Court “I do not see how far he can go. If you say a mandate is stolen, the onus is on

Big Brother Naija All Stars housemates, Venita, Soma and Angel have been evicted from the show. The show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu announced the eviction on Sunday. Housemates up for possible eviction for the week were: Adekunle, Pere, Venita, Soma and Angel. READ ALSO: BBNaija All Stars: “Low Budget Clown” – Ike Onyema, Maria Chike Clash Over Mercy Eke CeeC, Mercy, Ilebaye and Cross are already finalists for this year’s edition. On Sunday, October 1, one of the six finalists—Mercy, Ceec, Cross, Ilebaye, Pere, and Adekunle—will be crowned the winner of the season. How Nigerians voted this week: Angel — 15.87% Soma — 14.03% Venita — 11.27% The post Venita, Soma, Angel Evicted From BBNaija All Stars appeared first on Information Nigeria . from Information Nigeria https://ift.tt/PzVheSv via IFTTT

Wrestling icon, Hulk Hogan has married for the third time after a ceremony in Florida, United State Of America. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legendary fighter was married over the weekend to his fiancé Sky Daily. In an interview with Daily Mail, a friend to Hulk said: “Sky changed his life. “He is the happiest he’s ever been, literally over the moon. If a guy like Hulk could glow, then he’d be glowing. “It was a low key wedding. Neither of them wanted over the top, just a small affair with their nearest and dearest to declare their deep love and commitment to each other. Sadly Brooke did not show up.” It was gathered that Hulk, 69, had reportedly showered the Florida mom of three, Sky with flowers, romantic dates, and FaceTime calls after meeting her at a friend’s party. READ MORE:  Former WWE Super Star, Shad Gaspard Goes Missing After Beach Swim The former WWE and WCW star has two children, Brooke, 35, and Nick, 32, from his first marriage. His son Nick shared images o

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Benue State chapter, has rejected the decision of the governorship election tribunal that upheld the election of Hyacinth Alia as State Governor. The appeal filed by the PDP and its governorship candidate, Titus Uba, challenging the election of Alia of the All Progressives Congress, APC, was dismissed by the Governorship Election appeal Tribunal sitting in Makurdi on Saturday. The PDP rejected the tribunal’s verdict in a statement via its Publicity Secretary, Bemgba Iortyom. READ ALSO: Tribunal Affirms APC’s Alia As Benue Gov., Dismisses PDP’s Petition The statement read: “After a review of the judgement with its team of lawyers, PDP believes that it does not meet the requirements of substantive justice and is not in alignment with extant electoral laws, guidelines and regulations. “The party has accordingly directed its lawyers to appeal the judgement at the Court of Appeal, Abuja within the timeframe specified by law. “Our great party urges

Famous Nollywood actress and producer, Mary Njoku, has described the call on late singer Mohbad’s wife to submit her son for a DNA test as evil. Following the circumstances surrounding the death of Mohbad, a former signee of Marlian Record, Nigerians including his fans and celebrities have continued to seek justice for his death. Some netizens have also begun to demand that the late singer’s wife, Omowunmi submit their 5-month-old son, Liam, for a DNA test to clear herself from those doubting her loyalty to her late partner. READ ALSO: Davido, Zlatan, Falz Join Candlelight Concert For Mohbad In Lagos (Video) Reacting to the DNA demand saga, in an Instagram post on Friday, Mary Njoku stated that no one had reason to think of a DNA test if the late singer never doubted his son’s paternity. “Asking a mourning widow to submit her son for a DNA test is pure evil. She just lost a father to her child, a husband, her Helper and her Protector of over 10yrs. Let her mourn in peace. “If h

The Federal Government has approved the implementation of a 25 percent pay rise for lecturers in all federal institutions. Information Nigeria understands that the government had earlier objected to the payment of 25 percent to lecturers in the tertiary institutions when it raised that of Professors to 35 percent. However, in a September 21 circular, issued by the office of the Auditor General (AG) of the Federation to Polytechnics and Colleges of Education, the AG noted that the implementation was approved by the Presidential Committee on Salaries at its 13th meeting. The decision was taken after “ taking into consideration, various stages of collective bargaining,” the circular stated. The circular was sequel to a similar letter from the Chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission( NSIWC), dated September 14, 2023. The letter, addressed to the Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, had indicated that the government has increased the salaries of workers in the

Famous Yoruba Nollywood actress, Kemi Afolabi, has taken to social media to recount a sad encounter with her father, saying that “family is not by blood”. The thespian made this known while reacting to the death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. Considering the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death, many Nigerians had queried the father for the hasty burial. READ ALSO: Nigeria Is My Biggest Fear – Kemi Afolabi Defending his action, Mohbad’s father said his son was too young to be kept at the mortuary for any further delay. In a post via InstaStory, Kemi Afolabi narrated how her father abandoned her at the hospital. The actress said there are wicked, jealous, and heartless fathers. She wrote: “Family is not by blood, my people hmmmmmmm That’s how my supposed father abandoned me at the hospital to die so that he can come around to bully my mother as he has always done since I was a child. But God said it wasn’t my time to die. There are wick

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly filed an emergency application seeking a review of the judgement that ordered the release of his academic records to Atiku Abubakar, Peoples Gazette reports. Recall that Judge Jeffrey Gilbert of the United States District Court had on September 19 ordered Chicago State University to release Mr Tinubu’s records to his Nigerian political opponent as part of an ongoing election challenge proceeding in Nigeria. The judge said the records must be turned over to Mr Abubakar on September 21. He also said school administrators must submit themselves to certify all released records under oath. READ ALSO: U.S. Court Orders Chicago University To Release Tinubu’s Records To Atiku Within 48 Hours But as the school started preparing to release the files, Mr Tinubu entered an emergency application in the district asking a senior judge to review Mr Gilbert’s September 19 order and delay execution until at least September 25. President Tinubu’s lawyers, led b

A candlelight procession in honour of the late rapper Mohbad was held in Lekki, Lagos on Thursday night. Davido, Falz, Zlatan Ibile, many other celebrities and fans are present at the venue paying their tribute to the late singer. As announced by the management of the late singer, the start point is Lekki Phase 1 Gate and ends at Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos. READ ALSO: Police Exhumes Mohbad’s Remains, To Carry Out Autopsy (Video) The tribute concert to mark his time on earth as a singer starts at 8 pm prompt at Muri Okunola Park. Recall Mohbad died at the age of 27 years on the 12th of September 2023, and since his death, circumstances surrounding his death has sparked controversies. Watch video below: For Mohbad 🤍🕊️ Rest easy Imole 💔 #MohBadLivesOn pic.twitter.com/bZxeh38S4B — Pulse Nigeria (@PulseNigeria247) September 21, 2023 Davido out for Mohbad Candlelight at the toll gate Lekki phase 1 OBO moves… #Justice4Mohbad #imole #JusticeForMohbad #Mohb

Senator Elisha Abbo, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Entertainment Economy, alongside Nollywood stars, Tonto Dikeh and Iyabo Ojo, have visited the family of the late singer Mohbad. Mohbad, whose real name is Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, died mysteriously on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27, after allegedly being treated for an infection. His death has been surrounded by controversy, with many calling for the cause to be uncovered. READ ALSO: Mohbad: “The Nurse Has Been Arrested”– Iyabo Ojo While Nigerians have been protesting, calling for justice for the late rapper, Senator Abbo and the Nollywood stars visited Mohbad’s family in the Lekki area of Lagos State on Thursday to commiserate with them. Senator Abbo assured Mohbad’s mum of protection and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his son’s demise. The lawmaker also pledged to spearhead the campaign for a Creative Economy Commission. Watch video below: View this post on Instagr

The 2023 Nigerian Social Media Awards (SMA) which took place in Lagos on Tuesday, acknowledged outstanding achievements on diverse social media platforms. Various awards recognizing accomplishments in audience engagement, content creation, influencer categories, and brand engagement on social media were given out. Among the winners were, Simply Tacha, who was honoured with the best social media influencer of the year, and Daddy Freeze, who won the most engaging on-air personality on social media. READ ALSO: “His Talent Knows No Bounds” – FG Congratulates Rema On MTV Award Famous Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz the bad guy, has won best use of social media in a crisis, while actress Bimbo Ademoye won the most engaged actress on social media, while Stan Nze was awarded the most engaging actor. Popular Arise Television journalist Rufai Oseni also emerged as the most engaging journalist on social media, and Morayo Afolabi-Brown was awarded the mo

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has filed an appeal at the Supreme Court seeking to overturn the judgement of the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) affirming Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s emergence as President. Recall that his counterpart, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, filed his appeal to challenge the PEPC’s verdict delivered on 6 September. In his notice of appeal dated 19 September, Obi’s lead counsel, Livy Uzoukwu, predicated his client’s appeal to the Supreme Court on 51 grounds. Uzoukwu, in one of the grounds, told the Supreme Court that the five-member panel of the Presidential Election Petition Court led by Haruna Tsammani “erred in law and thereby reached a wrong conclusion” when it dismissed Obi’s suit. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria also faulted the presidential election court’s evaluation of Obi’s evidence. He said the court erroneously ruled that Obi’s case failed to establish the po