In a significant peace gesture ahead of June 12 Democracy Day, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider granting amnesty to 1,335 repentant and nonviolent pro-Biafra agitators. The group emphasized that such a move would symbolize national reconciliation, deepen unity, and support healing in the Southeast. According to...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a major shake-up in Nigeria’s security leadership, appointing new service chiefs to strengthen the country’s defence system and improve coordination across the armed forces. The new appointees include: General Olufemi Oluyede – Chief of Defence Staff Lieutenant General W. Shaibu – Chief of Army Staff Air Marshal...
On Democracy Day, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi delivered a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of hypocrisy, failed leadership, and playing politics while Nigerians suffer. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on June 12, Obi honored MKO Abiola and other democracy heroes, but lamented that today’s Nigeria is far from...
Nse Ikpe-Etim Nse Ikpe-Etim is a highly respected Nigerian actress known for her emotional depth, intelligence, and powerful performances in Nollywood films. Over the years, she has built a reputation as one of the most talented and versatile actresses in the Nigerian movie industry. Early Life and Background Nse Ikpe-Etim was born on October 21, 1974, in Lagos State, Nigeria. She...
The Department of State Services (DSS) has detained Ogun-based pastor and civic advocate, Kayode Olawoye, following his public campaign demanding improved road infrastructure across the state. Olawoye was invited to the DSS office in Abeokuta on Monday for what was described as a routine discussion. However, unlike previous invitations, he was not released and has since been placed under...
