Fire Guts Offices in UI’s Queen Elizabeth Hall Female Hostel

A fire outbreak in the early hours of Thursday destroyed parts of Queen Elizabeth Hall, a female students’ hostel at the University of Ibadan. The incident affected the offices of the Hall Warden and Secretary, confirmed Mrs. Joke Akinpelu, the institution’s Director of

Labour Party Diaspora Chairman Chike Amadichi Resigns, Joins APC with Six House of Reps Members

Hon. Chike Amadichi, the Diaspora Chairman of the Labour Party, has announced his resignation from the party, citing personal reasons and a commitment to contribute to Nigeria’s leadership under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Amadichi revealed his decision upon returning to Nigeria

Tragic Death of Woman After Cork City Centre Assault Sparks Gardaí Appeal

Vanessa O’Callaghan, a 36-year-old woman, has died from injuries sustained in an assault in Cork city centre on Sunday evening. The incident occurred between 7:15 pm and 8:15 pm near the Savoy Cinema on St. Patrick’s Street, close to a soup kitchen, Gardaí

NYSC Commends Kwara Government for Demoting Teacher Over Corps Member Assault

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has praised the Kwara State Government for sanctioning Hajia Fatimoh Nike Hamzat, a teacher who verbally and physically assaulted a female Corps member serving at Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General YD

ASUU-TSU Declares Indefinite Strike Over Unresolved Welfare and Institutional Challenges

The Taraba State University Chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU-TSU) has embarked on an indefinite strike following the Taraba State government and university management’s failure to address lingering welfare and institutional issues. ASUU-TSU Chairman, Dr. Garba Mbave Joshua, announced the

Vietnam Suspends Temu Over Registration Issues and Pricing Concerns

Shopping app Temu, owned by Chinese e-commerce giant PDD Holdings, has suspended its services in Vietnam after failing to meet the country’s registration requirements by the end of November. As a result, goods ordered on Temu are no longer being cleared through customs,

Davido: Why Nigerians Prefer Giving Birth Abroad

Afrobeats star Davido has shed light on the growing trend of Nigerians, particularly the upper and middle class, choosing to have their children born abroad. Speaking on The Morning Hustle podcast, the music icon likened the practice to purchasing an insurance policy for

Shettima Highlights Security, Health, and Flooding Risks at Launch of Nigeria Hazard Risk Analysis 2024

Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched Nigeria’s Hazard Risk Countrywide Analysis 2024 in Abuja, a report detailing critical socio-economic threats to the nation, including insecurity, natural disasters, and health epidemics. The event was attended by key dignitaries, including Deputy Speaker of the House

Davido: Nigeria Lacks True Democracy Compared to the United States

Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has expressed concerns about the state of democracy in Nigeria, stating that it falls short of the democratic ideals seen in the United States. Speaking on The Morning Hustle podcast, Davido reflected on the

Davido: “I Don’t Count Weed as a Hard Drug” Amid Efforts to Combat Drug Abuse

Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked conversations about drug use, stating he does not consider cannabis (weed) a hard drug. Speaking on The Morning Hustle podcast, Davido addressed criticisms of his involvement in combating drug abuse while admitting