The political rivalry between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has intensified following Wike’s demand for explanations over several multimillion-dollar and billion-naira projects allegedly undertaken during Amaechi’s eight-year administration. Wike challenged Amaechi, who is the vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), to account for the $39.2 million Adolphus Karibi-Whyte Specialist Hospital project, the N68 billion monorail project and approximately N10 billion allegedly spent on an anti-malaria fumigation programme in Rivers State. The FCT minister made the remarks while addressing members of the Uzugbani Ekpeye National Executive Council…
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Nigerian singer and songwriter, Teni Apata, has challenged her colleague, Tiwa Savage, to a physical fight, prompting a brief but direct response from the award-winning Afrobeats star. Teni issued the challenge in a video shared on her Instagram page while speaking about the earnings of Nigerian musicians and the expensive lifestyles of some male artistes in the entertainment industry. In the viral video, the Uyo Meyo crooner directed her challenge at Tiwa Savage, declaring that she was ready to fight her and would apologise afterwards. Teni also questioned how some male Nigerian musicians could afford luxury cars, including expensive automobiles…
African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi has alleged that the economic policies introduced by President Bola Tinubu contributed to the death of his mother, claiming that the rising cost of living made it difficult for his family to afford her medication. Amaechi made the allegation during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, where he spoke about the impact of the Tinubu administration’s economic policies on Nigerian households. The former Minister of Transportation said his mother was in good health before Tinubu assumed office but that the economic situation subsequently made it increasingly difficult to purchase…
Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has explained why she was absent from the burial of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, who was laid to rest on Friday, October 2, 2026. Ozokwor, popularly known as Mama G, disclosed that contractual obligations prevented her from returning to Nigeria to attend the funeral of her longtime colleague and friend. The veteran actress, who is currently in Ghana, expressed sadness over her inability to be physically present to pay her final respects to the late Nollywood legend. In a heartfelt tribute shared on her Instagram page, Ozokwor revealed that she had wished to attend the funeral…
Gunmen who abducted 20 prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) have reportedly issued a 24-hour ultimatum to their parents to pay a ransom of ₦1 billion for their release, threatening to harm the victims if their demands are not met. The prospective corps members were kidnapped last Thursday while travelling to an orientation camp in Abia State, leaving their families in distress and prompting urgent appeals for intervention from security authorities and traditional leaders. The grieving parents disclosed the ransom demand during a visit to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, at his Bodija residence in…
Former Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal has criticised Portugal coach Jorge Jesus over his treatment of Cristiano Ronaldo, describing the situation surrounding the legendary forward as “complete disrespect.” The Chilean international has thrown his support behind Ronaldo amid growing controversy following the reported incident at Portugal’s national team camp, where the 41-year-old forward was left on the bench during the 2-1 victory over Norway. Ronaldo’s reported departure from the Portugal camp after being named an unused substitute has sparked widespread debate about his relationship with the national team’s coaching staff and his continued role in Portuguese football. The controversy intensified after…
Suspected kidnappers believed to be holding National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members and other passengers abducted along the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway have been traced to a forest hideout in Imo State, following drone surveillance and intelligence-led operations by security agencies. The Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, disclosed that security operatives had tracked the suspected kidnappers into the forest and obtained the coordinates of their hideout through aerial surveillance. However, the rescue operation has been delayed by intelligence reports indicating that the camp may be surrounded by improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Bosso explained that operatives had advanced into…
The Labour Party Youth Wing has proposed a political alliance with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and groups supporting President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, amid the ongoing leadership crisis within the opposition party. The proposal followed a virtual meeting involving the Labour Party’s National Youth Leader, Prince Kennedy Ahanotu, five national zonal youth leaders and 32 state youth leaders, who deliberated on the party’s political future and the role of young people in the next electoral cycle. The development was disclosed in a statement signed by Edo State Labour Party Youth Leader, Ken Omusi, on…
Former Minister of Transportation and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, has warned President Bola Tinubu against rigging the 2027 presidential election, cautioning that such an action could threaten Nigeria’s stability and unity. Amaechi issued the warning during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he expressed concerns about the country’s worsening economic situation, widespread hunger and growing frustration among Nigerians. The former Rivers State governor maintained that President Tinubu must ensure a credible and transparent electoral process in 2027, warning that the consequences of manipulating the outcome could be severe. According to Amaechi, the level…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi over his allegation that President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies contributed to the death of his mother by making essential medication unaffordable. Wike described Amaechi’s claim as unfortunate, questioning how the former governor, who held several influential political positions, could not afford the medication his late mother needed. He also accused him of using his mother’s death to advance political arguments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The FCT minister made the remarks during a visit to the Uzugbani Ekpeye National Executive Council at…