Isaac Fayose has stirred up controversy on social media. This after making a statement about the Igbo ethnic group that many found offensive. In a video making the rounds online, Fayose expressed gratitude for not being Igbo. Claiming the tribe is easily swayed by money and power. His remarks have sparked outrage, with many Nigerians…
The cybersecurity framework proposed by federal government implemented at the beginning of the year. With the intent of mitigating the increased incidences of AI-based cyberattacks on banks, corporations, and governmental institutions. The choice made by the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi. The announcement comes with growing concerns. That the…
Former minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi on Monday joined protesters at the National Assembly to oppose the Senate’s rejection of real-time electronic transmission of election results. At the protest, Amaechi accused President Bola Tinubu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio of showing little concern for the lives and safety of Nigerians during elections. He spoke to…
Lawyer Rita Amy has shared her thoughts on the ongoing public drama surrounding Nollywood actors Frederick Leonard and Peggy Ovire’s marriage. Addressing recent claims, Amy attributed the couple’s split to alleged disrespect and arrogance on Peggy Ovire’s part. She stated that Peggy reportedly refused to submit to her husband, which led to the breakdown of…
Nigerian musician and activist Seun Kuti has called for a workers’ revolution in Nigeria. Drawing attention to the gap between wages and the high cost of living. In a social media post, Seun Kuti highlighted the struggles of many workers. Revealing that some earn as little as ₦200,000 per month, while landlords demand rent as…
The federal government has ordered all federal universities to integrate the approved 40 per cent increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance (CAA) into their payroll systems. The directive took effect from January 1, 2026. It follows the renegotiated agreement between the government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Increase Targets ASUU Welfare The…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the full implementation of its Scripless Securities Settlement System (S4). As the exclusive platform for conducting primary market auctions of government securities. This confirmation, provided in response to an inquiry by Nairametrics, establishes S4 as the sole system for bid submission, price discovery, and allocation in Nigeria’s sovereign…
Femi Otedola, a billionaire, has shown his affection to his daughter. Florence Otedola, or DJ Cuppy, who came back to social media after a one-month hiatus. On January 1, 2026, the popular DJ stated that she would take a social media break to start the new year with a 21-day biblical fast. Saying that she…
Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan resigned as chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria on February 9, 2026. The announcement followed months of controversies. Officials confirmed the development through credible sources. Appointment and Early Tenure President Bola Tinubu appointed Pakistan in August 2024. The Senate confirmed him in October 2024. Initially he focused on Hajj…
President Donald Trump hosted the annual National Governors Association winter meeting at the White House in February 2026. He invited only Republican governors to the business session. This decision marked a departure from longstanding practice. Partisan Shift in Annual Event The association convened governors in Washington for discussions. Traditionally, presidents included leaders from both parties….
