Bayo Onanuga launches a sharp attack on Peter Obi. The presidential aide calls the former presidential candidate “Mr Bitter Peter.” This jab comes after Obi’s remarks on the Super Eagles’ unpaid bonuses. Obi criticizes the federal government and the Nigeria Football Federation. He highlights delays in paying match bonuses to the national team players. However…
Political leaders and groups in Nigeria stand firm against a recent impeachment move. The All Progressives Congress (APC), People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Ijaw National Congress (INC), and Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) all oppose the threat against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This rejection comes as tensions rise in Rivers State. The Impeachment Threat Emerges The Rivers State…
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi made a striking commitment recently. He pledged to personally cover the team’s match bonuses for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. This offer applies if the Federal Government delays payment before their quarter-final match. Ndidi shared this vow amid growing frustrations in the camp. Players and staff have waited for…
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, face profound grief. They recently lost their 21-month-old twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi. This heartbreaking event occurred after a brief illness. The toddler passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Family representatives confirmed the news the following day. Moreover the couple now navigates this…
The United States Senate took a significant step on Thursday. Lawmakers voted to advance a resolution that limits President Donald Trump‘s military actions in Venezuela. This move requires congressional approval for any further strikes. The Vote and Key Players Senators passed the measure with a 52-47 vote. Democrats led the effort, but five Republicans joined…
Colombian President Gustavo Petro recently accepted an invitation to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. This decision comes after a significant phone call between the two leaders. Officials confirm the visit will happen in the coming weeks. Background of US-Colombia Relations The United States and Colombia share a long history of cooperation…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, recently praised President Bola Tinubu and Works Minister Dave Umahi. They completed the Bodo-Bonny Road in Rivers State. This project marks a significant achievement for the region. Historical Background of the Project Governments promised the Bodo-Bonny Road for decades. However none delivered on those pledges until…
The Oxford English Dictionary expands its collection. It adds Nigerian words like abeg, biko, and nyash. This move shows Nigeria’s growing impact on global language. The dictionary includes everyday expressions. Abeg expresses surprise or exasperation. Biko, from Igbo, means please and adds politeness to requests. Additionally nyash refers to a person’s buttocks. People use it…
Lawmakers in the Rivers State House of Assembly opened impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara on January 8, 2026. They also targeted his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The session took place during a plenary meeting in Port Harcourt. Speaker Martins Amaewhule presided over the event. Majority Leader Major Jack read the notice aloud. This move shocked…
Toronto police responded to a deadly shooting on December 23, 2025. Officers found 20-year-old Shivank Avasthi suffering from gunshot wounds near the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but doctors pronounced him dead shortly after arrival. Avasthi studied at the university. Friends described him as a bright and dedicated student….
