No fewer than 200 shops at the Ojoto market, Port Harcourt were razed in a Thursday night fire with shop owners unable to salvage their goods, according to a market leader, firefighters who arrived at the scene late were chased away by hoodlums who looted goods from the billowing inferno. Although the cause of the fire cannot be immediately ascertained, some witnesses claimed it was caused by an electric spark from those cooking in a shop after power was suddenly restored in the market.
Year: 2023
Illegal Detention: UK Govt Apologises To Peter Obi
The United Kingdom (UK) government has tendered an apology to the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Labour Party in the just-concluded 2023 elections, Peter Obi, over his illegal detention and poor treatment at Heathrow Airport in London last week.
BREAKING: Former Anambra Gov, Mbadinuju Is Dead
A former governor of Anambra State, Chinwoke Mbadinuju is dead.
Bear Attacks As Sacrifice For New Nigeria, Obi Tells Supporters
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has urged his supporters, otherwise called ‘Obidients,’ to bear the attacks they receive as a sacrifice for a new Nigeria.
Buhari’s 8-month sickness setback for his administration – Femi Adesina
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina said President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight-month sickness in 2017 caused a setback for the current administration.
Bayelsa Cargo-boat mishap: Sylva urges improved regulation of marine transport
Former Gov. Timipre Sylva of Bayelsa and the immediate past Minister of State For Petroleum Resources has called for improved regulation of marine transportation in the country.
Spotify reveals top 10 Nigerian Easter gospel songs
Spotify, a global online streaming platform, has revealed the top ten Nigerian Easter favourite gospel music.
Ramadan Movie: Arabel debuts with ‘The Two Aishas’
Arabel Productions is set to excite with a family drama entitled, ‘The Two Aishas,’ pitching two fan-favourite Kannywood actresses, Rahama Sadau and Maryam Booth.
Davido’s music most streamed in UK, Nigeria, Canada, France – Spotify
Spotify, a global online streaming platform, says Davido’s music is most streamed in United Kingdom, Nigeria, Canada and France.
Trump Released, Pleads Not Guilty To 34 Felony Charges
Donald Trump was seen Tuesday leaving a New York court where he pleaded not guilty to 34 criminal counts stemming from hush-money paid to a porn star before the 2016 election.
Donald Trump Arrested At New York Court, Appears Before Judge
Donald Trump turned himself in Tuesday for a historic New York court hearing held amid tight security and a global media frenzy, as the Republican billionaire becomes the first American president in history to face criminal charges.
Court Orders Forfeiture Of N725m, Property Linked To Ex-NIMASA DG Akpobolokemi
The Federal High Court Lagos has granted an order of interim forfeiture of the sum of N725 million and property located in the Banana Island area of Ikoyi, Lagos, allegedly diverted from the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).
Audio Leaked: Keyamo Blasts Oyedepo, Says Peter Obi’s Presidential Ambition Is Dead
Minister of State for Labour and Spokesperson of Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, has reacted to the leaked audio conversation between the Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi and the Founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo.
Minister of State for Petroleum Timipre Sylva resigns
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva has resigned from office.