A moment of solemn reflection has fallen upon the Nigerian Hajj community as Alhaji Shu’aibu Jibrin, a pilgrim from Kano State, passed away last night in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The news of his death has stirred deep emotions among fellow pilgrims and the broader Muslim community, with many offering prayers and tributes for his peaceful transition during this sacred...

A coalition of civil society groups has issued a strong warning to Nigerian security agencies ahead of the planned June 12 demonstrations, urging authorities not to use force against peaceful protesters. In an open letter dated June 2, the National Coalition Against Mass Killings and Impunity cautioned the Nigeria Police Force, the Chief of Defence Staff, and other security bodies against any...

A deadly explosion has claimed the lives of at least nine people and left several others injured at a bus stop in Mairari village, located in Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State. According to eyewitnesses, the blast occurred around 11 a.m. on Saturday and was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) believed to have been planted by terrorists. The bomb detonated while civilians...

Actress Ruby Ojiakor has addressed persistent rumors alleging an affair with the late actor Junior Pope and claims that he fathered her daughter, Royalty. In a heartfelt post, Ruby clarified that Junior Pope was never her boyfriend, describing him as a close friend and "big brother." She emphasized that her daughter’s father is her now-husband, Moc Madu. Ruby expressed that these rumors...

In response to widespread speculation and online buzz, the Department of State Services (DSS) has officially debunked rumors of an impending arrest of renowned political economist Prof. Pat Utomi and other individuals linked to the so-called “shadow government” movement. Speaking through its spokesperson, Dr. Peter Afunanya, the DSS made it clear that there is “no truth...