In a recent statement, Professor Okaba Benjamin, President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), addressed the ongoing political speculation surrounding the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sim Fubara. Speaking on Thursday, Prof. Benjamin said there is “no wrong” if Fubara chooses to defect from his current party to the All Progressives Congress (APC), signaling an open mind...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the dates for the 2026 governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun States. According to INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, the Ekiti State election will hold on Saturday, June 20, 2026, while the Osun State election is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026. Speaking on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of six newly...

At this year’s Ojude Oba Festival, Aṣọ-Òkè fashion once again took center stage. Both women and men dazzled in stunning handwoven cloths, rich brocades, and regal headpieces that reflected deep Yoruba heritage. What makes this tradition so powerful? These fabrics aren’t picked overnight—families plan months ahead, choosing colors and patterns that express status,...

Nollywood actress Ruby Ojiakor has fans buzzing after a subtle moment during a recent YouTube Live session with her husband sparked unexpected pregnancy rumors. During the live chat, Ruby briefly passed the camera to her husband—but it wasn’t what he said that caught fans’ attention. Eagle-eyed viewers noticed her movement, body language, and a slight shift in her frame that...

Tinubu orders audit to reform Nigeria’s civil service. Mr Tinubu described the civil service as “the engine room” for delivering public goods and effective governance throughout Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu has ordered a full personnel audit and skills gap analysis across the Federal Civil Service to improve capacity and overall performance. He gave the directive on...