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  • Paul Okoye, wife Ivy Ifeoma welcome new baby girl

    Paul Okoye, wife Ivy Ifeoma welcome new baby girl

    Singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rude Boy, and his wife Ivy Ifeoma have welcomed their first child together, Imani Ugomma Okoye, in the United States.

    On Thursday, Paul shared a video on Instagram, expressing his joy: “This past month and a few days have been the most joyous and overwhelmingly sweet period of our lives.”

    The couple reportedly welcomed their baby on Sunday, 29 September 2024.

    Rude Boy married Ivy in a traditional ceremony in May 2024 after his divorce from his first wife, Anita Okoye.

    The newborn is Paul Okoye’s fourth child, as he has three children from his previous marriage to Anita.

  • NLNG Unveils New Brand Identity

    NLNG Unveils New Brand Identity

    Nigeria LNG Limited has announced a rebranding initiative featuring a new logo aimed at enhancing energy supply to Nigerians and global customers. 

    The unveiling took place during a press briefing in Lagos, where the company also confirmed the retirement of Andy Odeh, the General Manager of External Relations and Sustainable Development. He will be succeeded by Mrs. Sophia Horsfall.

    The new branding reflects NLNG’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, positioning the company as more than just a gas supplier but as a comprehensive energy provider dedicated to promoting a greener environment. 

    Odeh expressed gratitude for the media’s support throughout his 26-year tenure and requested the same for his successor.

    Horsfall highlighted that the rebranding signifies a commitment to providing clean, accessible, and reliable energy. She emphasized the importance of media collaboration in shaping public perception and fostering trust. 

    As she steps into her new role, she aims to strengthen partnerships with the media to enhance NLNG’s influence and aspirations.

  • Shettima Presides Over 145th NEC Meeting as Peter Obi berates call for a new aircraft for VP

    Shettima Presides Over 145th NEC Meeting as Peter Obi berates call for a new aircraft for VP

    Nigeria Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima on Thursday, presided over the One hundred and Forty-fifth National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

    Various state governors, Ministers, and other stakeholders were in attendance at the meeting.

    Thursday’s meeting is the seventh in the year 2024 and focuses on preferring robust solutions to the current economic challenges facing the nation.

    Meanwhile, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has berated the Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkareem Lawan, over the demand for a new aircraft for the Vice President, Kashim Shettima.

    Lawan highlighted that the Vice President’s life is endangered by the recurrent use of a “faulty” presidential aircraft for international commitments.

    This alarm was raised following Vice President Shettima’s abrupt cancellation of his scheduled appearance at the Commonwealth Summit in Samoa.

    In a statement via X, Peter Obi stated that the demand for a new aircraft for Shettima shows the Speaker is insensitive and unconcerned about the prevailing economic situation in the country.

    Peter Obi noted that issues that will benefit the masses should preoccupy leaders rather than being consumed by selfish desires for needless luxury at the expense of the people.

  • Nollywood actor Agbako dies at 101

    Nollywood actor Agbako dies at 101

    Legendary actor, Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, popularly known as Agbako, has passed away at 101. 

    It was gathered that he died in the early hours of Thursday after experiencing some fatigue and taking a brief nap. 

    Bolaji Amusan, the President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), announced Agbako’s passing via his Instagram handle on Thursday, October 31.

     He wrote: “TAMPAN Global announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO.

    “Details of the burial arrangements will be shared at a later time. Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”

  • Carrying arms will solve the nation’s security problem – Ned Nwoko

    Carrying arms will solve the nation’s security problem – Ned Nwoko

    The lawmaker representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko, has defended his proposed bill allowing Nigerians to bear arms for self-defence stating that it could serve as a deterrent against criminal activities, particularly kidnappings.

    When asked if Nigerians carrying arms will solve the nation’s security problem, Nwoko, in an interview with Channels TV on Wednesday, said, “Oh, it will. It will.”

    Nwoko then shared a personal story of loss, recounting how his Senior Legislative Aide (SLA) was killed in a kidnapping incident last November.

    “The estate was attacked by kidnappers going from house to house. When they got to their door, my SLA told his wife to hide with the children. He opened the door to talk to them, and he was taken away. We never saw him alive again,” he said.

    Reflecting on the tragedy, Nwoko argued that armed citizens could discourage criminals from operating so freely.

    “If he had a gun, or if others in the community had guns, would the kidnappers have had the audacity to go door to door? That wouldn’t happen,” he said.

    However, Nwoko clarified that his proposal includes strict regulations.

    “For you to have the license to have a gun, you must go through a training school, a shooting school, which is a training school. You must get confirmation from two doctors that you have a sound mind.

    “You must get reports from the DSS and from the police. You must also be confirmed by your local traditional ruler that you are who you are,” he said, adding that only qualified individuals would be allowed to carry arms under his plan.

  • I married my husband a virgin – Regina Daniels clarifies claims of having 20 boyfriends

    I married my husband a virgin – Regina Daniels clarifies claims of having 20 boyfriends

    Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has clarified that she lost her virginity to her husband, Ned Nwoko, after facing backlash for mentioning multiple boyfriends before their marriage.

    During a live session earlier on her social media page, the actress addressed rumors suggesting she had no choice in marrying Nwoko, who is significantly older, stating that she had “20 other men” providing for her basic needs.

    “When I saw him with my husband, I forgot I was supposed to have a boyfriend. At that time, I had about 20 boyfriends, each serving different purposes.

    When people think I didn’t have a choice or that my mom forced me, they don’t know my mom was actually against it.

    My entire family said no, but one day, I will share our story,” she said.

    Her comment about having “20 boyfriends” drew criticism from some Nigerians who accused her of being involved with numerous men prior to her marriage.

    In response to the backlash, Daniels took to Instagram on Wednesday to clarify her statements, emphasizing that she married her husband as a virgin and that her past relationships were not physical.

    She explained, “Hey everyone, I want to clarify that the ’20 boyfriends’ comment was meant to soothe my husband and educate young girls that having several male friends willing to do things for you doesn’t mean you owe them your body.

    And yes, I had many friends, but I promised to keep my virginity until marriage. And guess what? I did! It’s a big flex.

    “But hold on! What did you guys expect? It’s your little beautiful sweetheart, Regina Daniels. Of course, men and women would admire me. So everyone, please chill.”

  • Why We can’t suspend Abia Rep without investigations- Hon Kalu

    Why We can’t suspend Abia Rep without investigations- Hon Kalu

    Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has disclosed that House member, Alex Ikwechegh, cannot be suspended without prior investigation and fair hearing.

    Ikwechegh, was in the news earlier this week for physically and verbally assaulting an e-hailing (Bolt) driver who asked him to walk to the car to receive the package he ordered.

    Reacting to public backlash calling for Alex’ suspension, Kalu said: “According to our rules, we cannot act according to what everyone wants us to do. 

    “We are guided by our rules and our rules remains that if at any point we feel that the integrity and dignity of the parliament has been threatened and scratched, we investigate through our internal structure in the eyes of principles of natural justice, which is fair hearing. 

    “That is what we put in our rules. It is not good for us to judge ahead of time and take razz decision. 

    “Therefore in line with the prayers of the leader of the house, that this matter be referred to the committee on Ethics and Privilege for him to be heard. 

    “His appeal was very emotional, very touching, shows remorse, I was touched, but that is not enough.”

  • FG pays Corps members N33,000 for October

    FG pays Corps members N33,000 for October

    The Federal Government of Nigeria has once again paid the previous monthly allowance of N33,000 to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members for the month of October despite the recent announcement of a new N77,000 allowance.

    On the 25th of September, 2024, the federal government announced an increase in the monthly stipend for serving corps members from N33,000 to N77,000, effective from July 2024.

    The change was said to align with the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024 and was considered a significant boost to the welfare package for corps members.

    However, despite the official announcement, corps members were paid the old allowance of N33,000 for September.

    In the latest development, some corps members confirmed that the implementation of the new allowance has still not commenced, as they received N33,000 for October instead of the approved N77,000.

  • House Of Reps Member Defects From PDP To APC

    House Of Reps Member Defects From PDP To APC

    The member representing Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency of Zamfara State in the House of Representatives, Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi, has decamped to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    Gummi dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC with immediate effect.

    The defection was announced on the floor of the House by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas while reading a letter from the lawmaker during plenary on Wednesday.

    Gumi in his letter, said his defection is a result of the lingering and unresolved internal crisis within the PDP.

    “It is noteworthy to state here that the PDP has two chairmen in my constituency, Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency.

    One was unconstitutionally removed while the other decamped with me, hence the party lacks structure in my constituency, and this has made it difficult for me to provide good representation and prompt delivery of dividends of democracy to my constituents,” the letter read.

    After reading the letter, Speaker Abbas asked Gummi to stand up for recognition as he welcomed him to the APC.

  • Abuja Bolt driver: Alex Ikwechegh to be arraigned in Kuje court

    Abuja Bolt driver: Alex Ikwechegh to be arraigned in Kuje court

    The Abia federal lawmaker who assaulted an Abuja Bolt driver, Alex Ikwechegh, was arraigned before the Kuje Magistrate Court at 12 noon today, Wednesday.

    The probe and prosecution of Ikwechegh are being handled by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Investigation Unit.

    The lawmaker, representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency in Abia State, was captured in a viral video physically assaulting the Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya.

    The incident occurred on October 27 when the driver was delivering a package to the lawmaker at a residence on Zamfara Crescent, Maitama, Abuja.

    Nigerians have continued to react and condemn the lawmaker’s actions.

    Amid the outcry, the embattled lawmaker apologized and promised to cooperate with the police in their investigation.

    He also disclosed that he was seeking counseling over his actions.

    In a statement, activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju said, “We are on our way to Kuje Magistrate Court for the arraignment of the honourable member who assaulted our client, Mr. Steven, a Bolt driver.

    The IGP’s Special Investigation Unit (SIU) is in charge of the investigation and prosecution.“

    The media is invited to cover the arraignment, which is scheduled for 12 pm today at Kuje Magistrate.”