Global Agencies Raise Fresh Concerns The International Monetary Fund, World Bank and International Energy Agency have warned of possible fuel shortages this summer. The agencies issued the warning in a joint statement. They said disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten global energy supplies. According to them, shipping traffic must return to normal…
Aisha Yesufu has alleged that the process that produced the candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat was manipulated and did not reflect a genuine primary election. In a statement posted on X on Friday, the activist-turned-politician said the exercise was a “predetermined outcome dressed in procedural…
Global Stars Unite for World Cup Soundtrack Nigerian music star Burna Boy has secured another major international milestone after featuring on the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Colombian superstar Shakira. The Grammy-winning Afrobeats sensation joined forces with the global pop icon on the track titled “Dai Dai,” which will serve as…
Community Leader Faces Serious Allegations A respected Fulani leader in Ogun State has landed in police custody over alleged links to a kidnapping network operating in parts of Ijebu land. The suspect, 67-year-old Muhammadu Abdullahi, popularly known as the Seriki Fulani of Ijebu Ode, was arrested during a police operation targeting suspected kidnappers in the…
Colourful Festival Lights Up Ijebu-Ode The 2026 Ojude Oba festival transformed Ijebu-Ode into a grand celebration of culture, fashion and tradition. Thousands of guests filled the Awujale Palace pavilion as the annual event delivered another impressive display of Yoruba heritage. Top dignitaries attended the festival, including Dapo Abiodun, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative…
Aisha Yesufu, activist and chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Party, has withdrawn from the race for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial ticket of the party ahead of the 2027 general election. Yesufu announced her decision in an X post on Friday. The activist had declared interest in the FCT senate seat on May 6…
Rachael Alamu has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently intervene and secure the release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, warning that their captors are becoming increasingly impatient. Alamu, who was abducted alongside several pupils and teachers, made the appeal in a viral video circulated on X and seen by ALO…
Traditional Festival Attracts Political and Cultural Figures Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, have arrived at the Ojude Oba festival in Ijebu-Ode. Their arrival added more colour to the annual cultural celebration, which continues to draw large crowds across Ogun State. Cultural Display Marks 2026 Edition Ojude Oba…
Meta Apps Become Economic Tools in Nigeria Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp now play a bigger role in Nigeria beyond social networking and messaging. According to a new report by research firm Public First, Meta Platforms contribute about $820 million annually to Nigeria’s economy. The report, titled Nigeria’s Digital Economy, explained that Meta’s ecosystem has become…
General Christopher Musa says no country is completely secure, noting that terrorist attacks in Nigeria have reduced compared to previous years. The minister spoke during an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Friday. According to him, insecurity remains a global challenge, but Nigeria is confronting the problem directly. “There is no country that has…
