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 Sports › Former World Champion Promotes Landmark Boxing Event In Nigeria by lekanolas(op): 7:32pm On Aug 19, 2025 |
Former world junior welterweight champion Amir Khan has officially announced his latest venture in the sport of boxing, confirming a move into promotion with a landmark event planned for Lagos, Nigeria later this year. The British-Pakistani superstar, who is also the CEO of AK Promotions, has teamed up with Nigerian-based Balmoral Group Promotions to co-promote what is being billed as a “historic” night of championship boxing. Billed for Wednesday, October 1st, Nigerian Independence Day, the event aims to showcase both local Nigerian talent and international fighters on a major platform, bringing world-class boxing to the heart of Africa. “I’m thrilled to bring world-class boxing and the world’s eyes onto Nigeria for the first time,” Khan, who hung up his gloves in 2022 after a defeat to Kell Brook, said. https://diasporanigeria.net/former-world-champion-amir-khan-promotes-landmark-boxing-event-in-nigeria/ |
| Politics › BREAKING: US Mandates Visa Applicants To Disclose Social Media History by lekanolas(op): 12:13pm On Aug 18, 2025 |
The United States government has announced a new requirement for all visa applicants to disclose their social media activity covering the past five years. In a statement posted on X by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, applicants are expected to provide all usernames or handles they have used across different social media platforms within that period when completing the DS-160 visa application form. The Mission emphasized that applicants must certify the accuracy of the information provided before signing and submitting their forms. It further cautioned that failure to comply with the directive could lead to visa denial and possible ineligibility for future applications. The post reads, “Visa applicants are required to list all social media usernames or handles of every platform they have used from the last 5 years on the DS-160 visa application form. “Applicants certify that the information in their visa application is true and correct before they sign and submit. Omitting social media information could lead to visa denial and ineligibility for future visas.” https://diasporanigeria.net/breaking-us-mandates-visa-applicants-to-disclose-social-media-history/ |
| Politics › Nigeria Under US Travel Advisory As Chikungunya Virus Spreads by lekanolas(op): 5:06pm On Aug 16, 2025 |
The United States has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Nigeria, urging travelers to “exercise increased caution” due to reports of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus sweeping through China and some other countries. The notice also applies to China, Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, Pakistan, the Philippines, and Thailand. The advisory, released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the State Department, warns that the virus—which causes fever, joint pain, and fatigue—has been detected in multiple states. CDC officials reported four more cases this week, bringing the total in the U.S. to 50 , all of which are in people who traveled to areas where it’s more common, such as Asia, Africa and South America. While rarely fatal, the virus can lead to prolonged discomfort, especially in older adults or those with underlying health conditions. Nigeria’s Ministry of Health has yet to release an official statement, but local health officials have noted increased mosquito activity due to recent heavy rains. This marks the first major travel warning for Nigeria tied to chikungunya, though the country has previously faced alerts over diseases like yellow fever and Lassa fever. https://diasporanigeria.net/nigeria-under-us-travel-advisory-as-chikungunya-virus-spreads/ |
| Travel › “Japa” Gets Harder As Canada Raises Proof Of Funds To N17m by lekanolas(op): 4:58pm On Jul 11, 2025 |
For thousands of Nigerians chasing the dream of a better life abroad, the term “Japa” has become more than just slang. It represents the collective desire to escape economic hardship, insecurity, and limited opportunities. But for those targeting Canada as their destination, the journey just became more financially demanding. Canada’s immigration authority, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has announced a new update to its Express Entry system, increasing the minimum proof of funds required for skilled immigrants. This change, which takes effect from July 7 2025, means applicants must now show they have access to a higher amount of money to qualify for permanent residency. According to the updated guidelines, a single applicant must now demonstrate access to at least 15,263 Canadian dollars, which is roughly 17 million naira. For a family of two, the required amount has risen to 19,001 Canadian dollars or approximately 21.2 million naira. The funds are expected to cover the applicant’s basic living expenses upon arrival in Canada and are reviewed annually based on the country’s low income cut off figures provided by Statistics Canada. Applicants must provide official letters from financial institutions where they hold accounts. The letters must be printed on the bank’s letterhead, listing all balances and confirming the funds are readily available. According to Canada.ca, webiste, “You need a bank letter as proof, which must be obtained from any banks or financial institutions where you hold an account. “The letter should be printed on the financial institution’s official letterhead and must include their contact information, such as address, telephone number, and email address, as well as your name and any outstanding debts like credit card balances or loans. “It should also provide details for each current banking and investment account you have with them, including the account numbers, the date each account was opened, the current balances, and the average balance over the past six months,” it reads. However, If an applicant is applying with a spouse, money in joint accounts can be combined to meet the requirement. It is important to note that borrowed money does not qualify as proof of funds. Candidates who are already in the Express Entry pool must update their profiles by July 28 2025 to reflect the new financial threshold. What This Means for Nigerians This development has serious implications for Nigerian applicants. First, it presents a higher financial barrier. For many Nigerians struggling with currency devaluation and inflation, saving up to 17 million naira is an enormous challenge. This requirement may delay or entirely shut out many otherwise qualified individuals who lack access to such funds. Second, there will likely be increased competition among those who can meet the financial requirements. With fewer people able to afford the process, those remaining in the pool may face stiffer rivalry for limited invitations. Third, migration strategies may shift. More Nigerians might consider alternative paths such as studying in Canada first, securing job offers before applying, or looking to other destinations like the United Kingdom or Australia where requirements might be more attainable. Lastly, this change puts additional pressure on Nigeria’s middle class. The average skilled worker now has to weigh the benefits of relocating against the rising costs of migration. It is no longer just about fleeing hardship but about carefully planning and saving with a long term view. https://diasporanigeria.net/japa-got-harder-as-canada-raises-proof-of-funds-to-n17m-what-it-means-for-nigerians/ 1 Like 1 Share |
| Travel › Japa Reality Check: Why Nigeria’s Graduates End Up As Care Workers In The Uk by lekanolas(op): 1:45pm On Jun 24, 2025 |
When Yemi Adefemi (not his real name) packed his bags for the United Kingdom, it was not out of a hunger for luxury or prestige — it was sheer survival. A mid-level employee at one of Nigeria’s leading banks, Yemi earned ₦350,000 monthly — far above Nigeria’s ₦30,000 minimum wage. His wife, a federal government worker, brought in a little over ₦100,000. Still, in Lagos — Nigeria’s boisterous commercial capital — their combined income could barely stretch to cover rent, school fees, food, and daily expenses for their family of four. “I kept believing that with my second degree and hard work, things would get better,” Yemi recalled. “But Lagos taught me a different lesson.” As more friends and colleagues joined the Japa wave, the temptation became impossible to resist. Determined not to be left behind, Yemi secured a UK student visa, scraping together the required funds through loans and savings. His story mirrors the harsh reality faced by many Nigerian professionals. Nwachukwu’s experience followed the same pattern. A mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Lagos with a solid second-class upper, he expected doors to open after graduation. Instead, they slammed shut. “After two years of frustration and countless job applications, I settled for a teaching job at a private school,” he said. The pay? A meagre ₦60,000 a month — barely enough for transport, let alone a future. With his parents’ help, he too bought his escape route — a plane ticket to Europe. But abroad, the reality rarely matches the glossy Instagram photos. Highly educated Nigerians — lawyers, engineers, bankers — often find themselves cleaning hospital floors, packing boxes, or working as care assistants in nursing homes. The UK Care sector runs on migrants The UK’s adult social care system is heavily dependent on migrant labour. Latest figures from the UK’s Office for National Statistics show that as of 2023, nearly 17% of care workers in England are foreign nationals — with Nigerians, Indians, Zimbabweans, and Filipinos making up large numbers. The reason? The sector is in crisis. In 2023 alone, over 152,000 vacancies plagued the adult social care sector, according to Skills for Care, an industry body. To plug the gap, the UK government in 2022 made care work part of its official Shortage Occupation List, easing visa rules for foreigners willing to do the job. The Health and Care Worker visa allows migrants to work for approved employers, with the possibility of bringing dependents — though recent policy changes have restricted that option. For Chukwuka Ayam, who has been working in the sector since 2018, the decision to go into care work was less about passion, more about survival. “Job rejections kept coming,” he recalled. “I realised the fastest way to earn was through care work. A few days of training, and I was earning £12 an hour. It wasn’t what I dreamed of, but it kept me afloat.” For many Nigerians, care work is not just a job — it is the only lifeline to remain legally in the UK. “I couldn’t face returning home empty-handed,” said Yinka Ayemi, another graduate now in the sector. “Care work offered a certificate of sponsorship — my only route to stay.” The price of opportunity But this pathway comes with pitfalls. Advocacy groups have raised concerns over exploitation of migrant care workers. Many pay illegal recruitment fees of up to £15,000 (over ₦22 million) to agents in Nigeria and other countries. Upon arrival, they find themselves overworked, underpaid, and unable to switch employers due to strict visa rules. A 2024 report by the Migration Observatory at the University of Oxford revealed that many migrant care workers face long hours, poor pay, and limited rights, despite being essential to the UK’s care system. Beyond legal and financial struggles, migrant care workers battle loneliness, cultural shock, and prejudice. “It’s not easy,” admitted Chukwuka. “Sometimes the patients struggle with your accent. Sometimes they make you feel like you don’t belong. But over time, you connect — through kindness and patience.” Despite the challenges, many find unexpected purpose in their roles “I never imagined enjoying this work,” said Yemi. “But when I see a patient relieved or a family grateful, I know I’m doing something important.” Holding up the system — But at what cost? The UK’s ageing population means demand for care workers will only grow. By 2030, one in five UK residents will be over 65, according to the ONS. Yet, despite carrying the system on their backs, most migrant workers remain stuck in low-paid, dead-end jobs. “We have qualified people washing patients and changing bedpans,” a Nigerian immigrant who declined to be identified said. “Their skills are wasted. The system needs to recognise their true potential.” For Yemi, Nwachukwu, and many others, the UK journey has been tougher than expected. Their certificates gather dust, ambitions are put on pause, and the fantasy of abroad gives way to harsh reality. Still, through long hours and quiet sacrifices, they are building new lives — far from home, far from easy, but fuelled by resilience, survival, and hope. It is not all gloomy A US-based Nigerian and popular Facebook influencer, Omotoyosi Ogunbanwo, criticised Nigerians who spend millions of naira to relocate to the UK for care work. In a Facebook post that drew reactions from hundreds of Nigerians both at home and abroad, Ogunbanwo challenged her followers to reconsider the costly route many are taking under the Japa wave. “You all, I say this with love — I don’t think you should be paying millions of naira to go do care work in the UK,” she wrote. “I don’t care what these agents are feeding you. Care work is hard, and if you’ve been working as a bank manager in Nigeria, it’s beneath you. “If you already live legally in the UK, and you have a degree from Nigeria or the UK, yet you’re paying agencies £8,000 (over ₦10 million) for a care visa, you need to go back to your university and demand a refund on your tuition. “If you are a graduate with a good degree and solid work experience, why are you paying ₦10 million for care work? Make it make sense. Explain to me why this option is better than studying for the GRE and TOEFL? There’s no way you’ll score above 320 on your GRE, ace your TOEFL, and not get a fully funded scholarship to the US — if you have a strong undergraduate degree.” In response to Ogunbanwo’s post, many Nigerians agreed that desperation and lack of information were driving people into care jobs abroad, even when better options exist. Ezinne Ogochukwu Nnoka, a Nigerian based in the UK, hinged the lure of care jobs on poor job search strategies which often leads to frustration. “There is a need for intentionality in applying for jobs,” she said. “People need to apply for at least 10 jobs daily. You must tailor your experience to the role, read the job description thoroughly, and research the company.” She also criticised the lazy approach to job applications, warning against ‘copy and paste’ CVs. “There are keywords in every job advert — you have to understand them and reflect them in your application. It’s because of constant rejection emails that people panic and pay agencies for Certificates of Sponsorship (COS). It’s not worth it,” she added. Bibian Chinenye Pius-Urum, a lawyer-turned-tech professional, acknowledged that while care work is a legitimate source of income, it should not be seen as a long-term career path, especially for the highly educated. “It’s quite sad. Care work is a respectable job, but if you don’t have a passion for it, it becomes a trap,” she warned. Popular UK-based lawyer, Dele Olawale, also weighed in, warning Nigerians to be cautious before making life-changing decisions based on social media narratives. “The UK immigration atmosphere is becoming toxic. Things are getting increasingly difficult,” Olawale said. “If you are doing well back home, think very carefully before you sell everything to come here. Many people are depressed. Many lives have been broken. Families are stranded. Regret is everywhere. “Don’t relocate simply because others are doing it. Think thrice before making the jump. Most importantly, get proper legal advice before you throw away your job, savings, and prized possessions.” Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, urged Nigerians to reflect deeply before making relocation decisions. ‘‘We have been bombarded with many cases of regret and depression. The grass is not greener on the other side; it’s greener where you nurture it,’’ Dabiri-Erewa said. https://diasporanigeria.net/japa-reality-check-why-nigerias-graduates-end-up-as-care-workers-in-the-uk/ 1 Like |
| Politics › Ganduje Donates N2m Each To Victims Of Kano Demolition by lekanolas(op): 7:04am On Feb 24, 2025 |
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has donated two million each to families of those affected by the recent demolitions in Rimin Zakara, a town in Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State Ganduje made the donation when he visited the victims to condole them over the demolitions. Four people were killed during the demolitions. The demolition exercise, carried out by a combined team of security operatives, reportedly turned violent when security forces opened fire on demonstrators protesting the demolitions. The land in dispute belongs to the Bayero University Kano (BUK). Expressing his condolences, Ganduje sympathized with the families of those who lost their lives and those who sustained injuries. https://newsday.com.ng/ganduje-donates-n2m-each-to-victims-of-kano-demolition/
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| Celebrities › MC Oluomo Celebrates Ex-wife, Sikiratu Sindodo On Birthday by lekanolas(op): 8:49am On Feb 22, 2025 |
Factional National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya popularly known as MC Oluomo has celebrated her former wife and Nollywood actress , Tayo Odueke alias Sikiratu Sindodo on her birthday. Sindodo celebrated her 49th birthday on Friday. Their romance was one of the most talked about in the industry then as Oluomo treated the actress well. MC Oluomo did traditional wedding with Sindodo and got her pregnant. They however, fell apart after MC Oluomo discovered that Sindodo was dating another colleague of hers, Akin Olaiya. Taking to social media on Friday to celebrate Sindodo, MC Oluomo wrote: May this special day bring you joy, love, and all the happiness your heart desires. You deserve to be celebrated, not just for your incredible talent, but for the amazing person you are. Here's to another year of shining bright, breaking boundaries, and inspiring us all with your passion and dedication to your craft. May your birthday be as bright and beautiful as your smile! Wishing you a year filled with love, laughter, and endless blessings. https://newsday.com.ng/mc-oluomo-celebrates-ex-wife-sikiratu-sindodo-on-birthday/ |
| Crime › Three Kidnappers Caugth In Ago Palace Way, Lagos (VIDEO) by lekanolas(op): 9:35am On Feb 19, 2025 |
Some youths in Lagos State thwarted an attempted kidnap of a yet to be identified person at Victory Estate in Ago Palace Way in Oshodi/Isolo Local Government Area on Tuesday. A viral video on Wednesday showed the three suspects, stripped and covered in blood, and sitting on a bare floor while being repeatedly questioned and beaten by the youths who caught them after the failed kidnap attempt. The kidnappers gave their names as Ifeanyi, Stanley Emmanuel alias Davido and Sodiq. https://newsday.com.ng/youths-foil-kidnap-attempt-in-ago-palace-lagos/ 1 Like 1 Share
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| Politics › Kano Senator Assaulted At Emir Sanusi's Daughter's Wedding For His Ties With APC by lekanolas(op): 7:10am On Feb 15, 2025 |
Senator Sulaiman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, representing Kano South Senatorial District was on Friday assaulted at the wedding ceremony of Amina Muhammad Sanusi, the daugther of Emir of Kano, MuhammadLamido Sanusi.https://newsday.com.ng/elderly-man-assaults-kano-senator-at-emir-sanusis-daughters-wedding-for-supporting-tinubu/ 6 Likes 3 Shares
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| Politics › Emir Sanusi, Kwankwaso, Dantata To Shut Down Kano For Children's Weddings by lekanolas(op): 8:16am On Feb 14, 2025 |
The city of Kano will temporarily be on locked down this weekend as the children of prominent figures in the town wed .https://newsday.com.ng/emir-sanusi-kwankwaso-dantata-to-shut-down-kano-over-children-wedding/ 4 Likes 2 Shares
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| Politics › Court Denies Prof Usman Yusuf Bail, Adjourns Hearing To February 27 by lekanolas(op): 1:15pm On Feb 12, 2025*. Modified: 1:46pm On Feb 12, 2025 |
Prof. Usman Yusuf, a former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) lost out in his bid to be granted bail by the federal high court in Abuja on Wednesday. The court reserved ruling till February 27 on the bail application and ordered that Yusuf should still be remanded in prison. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had on February 3 arraigned Yusuf on a five counts amended charge bordering on alleged fraud to the tune of N90, 439,178.00. Yusuf is accused of abusing his office to confer undue advantages on himself between 2016 and 2017. He is also alleged to have awarded contracts without adhering to the due procurement process. Yusuf had pleaded not guilty to all five counts when the charges were read to him on February 3. In his ruling at the resumed sitting on Wednesday, Justice Nwecheonwe adjourned the application of bail to February 27 after Yusuf's counsel , O.I. Habeeb informed the court of the bail application. https://newsday.com.ng/court-denies-prof-usman-yusuf-bail-adjourns-hearing-to-february-27/ |
| Celebrities › Emir Sanusi's Daughter, Amina, Begins Pre-wedding Festivities (PHOTOS) by lekanolas(op): 3:50pm On Feb 10, 2025 |
Amina Muhammad Sanusi, the daughter of the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi III and Captain Muhammad Mahi Maaji are both set to tie the nuptial knot on February 14. The pre- wedding festivities for the Maajis and Sanusi have begun with the Kamu event. Kamu is the final moment between the bride and her friends . The event, which held on Sunday, had in attendance the couple, some family members and friends. https://newsday.com.ng/emir-sanusis-daughter-begins-pre-wedding-festivities/ 9 Likes 3 Shares
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| Politics › Katsina Elders Forum Denies Urging Voters Not To Vote Tinubu In 2027 by lekanolas(op): 11:56am On Feb 09, 2025 |
Elder statesman and former Chief Judge of Katsina State , Justice Sadiq Abdullahi Mahuta (Galadiman Katsina) has distanced the Katsina State Elders Forum from a call purportedly urging the people of Katsina not to vote President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 elections. Speaking at a press briefing in his residence on Saturday, Justice Mahuta, clarified that while the forum had voiced concerns over the recent detention of Professor Usman Yusuf, it never issued any political directive regarding future elections. “The major issue that led to the press conference was the arrest and detention of Professor Usman Yusuf. The forum felt it was our duty to call for justice, either by arraigning him before a court of law or releasing him." Mahuta stated. He firmly rejected claims that the elders had urged voters to reject Tinubu in 2027. "This is not an elders’ language. It is not our position. We completely dissociate the Katsina Elders Forum from this statement," he declared. https://newsday.com.ng/katsina-elders-forum-denies-calling-on-voters-not-to-vote-tinubu-in-2027/ |
| Politics › Yusuf Bala Usman College of Education Honours Buhari, Yar’adua by lekanolas(op): 11:29am On Feb 09, 2025 |
The Yusuf Bala Usman College of Education and Legal Studies Daura, Katsina State has honoured ex-presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Late Umaru Musa Yar’ Adua.https://newsday.com.ng/college-honours-buhari-yaradua/ 4 Likes 2 Shares
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| Politics › Katsina LG Polls: Angry Residents Chase APC Candidate Out Of Their Community by lekanolas(op): 6:30am On Feb 09, 2025 |
The All Progressives Congress’s (APC) chairmanship candidate for Kaita Local Government in the February 15 LG elections in Katsina State, Bello Lawal Yandaki was on Friday chased away when he and his team went to campaign at Yanhoho ward.https://newsday.com.ng/katsina-lg-polls-angry-residents-chase-apc-candidate-out-of-their-community/ 21 Likes 4 Shares
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| Politics › El-rufai’s Close Confidant, Jimi Lawal Regains Freedom After Two Weeks In Prison by lekanolas(op): 6:30am On Feb 08, 2025 |
Jimi Lawal, a former special adviser to former governor Nasir El Rufai has been released from prison after meeting his bail conditions.https://newsday.com.ng/former-governor-el-rufais-close-confidant-jimi-lawal-regains-freedom-after-two-weeks-in-prison/ 2 Likes
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| Politics › Ganduje’s Ex-Commissioner, Haruna Isah Falali Joins Kwankwaso In NNPP by lekanolas(op): 10:48pm On Feb 07, 2025 |
Haruna Isah Falali, a former commissioner for Justice in the administration of ex -governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Ganduje,has joined the New Nigeria Peoples' Party (NNPP).https://newsday.com.ng/gandujes-ex-commissioner-joins-kwankwaso-in-nnpp/ 1 Like 1 Share
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| Celebrities › So Touching: Ashmusy Transforms Mad Man Into A Responsible Figure (VIDEO) by lekanolas(op): 6:51pm On Feb 07, 2025 |
Popular social media influencer and actor, Ashmusy has won the hearts of many after rehabilitating a homeless man who was suffering from mental disorder. In a video shared online, Ashmusy changed the life of the formerly stinking mentally-disturbed man parading the streets. In the viral clip, Ashmusy took the man in her car to a boutique where she bought him clothes and shoes She thereafter took him to a barbering salon, where his dreads and beard were shaved off. https://newsday.com.ng/ashmusy-transforms-madman-into-a-responsible-figure-photos/
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| Politics › Notorious Bandit Kachalla Na Faranshi , Others Killed In Zamfara by lekanolas(op): 9:09am On Feb 07, 2025 |
A notorious bandit commander, Kachalla Na Faranshi has killed by troops of Operation Fansan Yanma in a Zamfara forest on Thursday. Several of Faranshi's fighters were also killed during the aggressive raid by the troops in the forests of Zurmi Local Government Area of the state. The terrorists was eliminated when they came in contact with the troops. Na Faranshi and his men were overwhelmed by the superior firepower and strategy of the troops. Na Faranshi , whose stronghold is located in the Dutsen Kura forest, southwest of Mashema in Zurmi Local Government Area, has been responsible for violent attacks and kidnappings that terrorized a number of communities in Zamfara State. He had for a while been in the crosshairs of security agencies in the state. Na Faranshi, who hails from Shirgi village in Maradi, Niger Republic, before venturing into armed criminality, was a cattle trader alongside his father. https://newsday.com.ng/notorious-bandit-kachalla-na-faranshi-others-killed-in-zamfara/
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| Politics › ACP Dauda Buba Fika Is Dead by lekanolas(op): 12:57am On Feb 05, 2025 |
ACP Dauda Buba Fika, Boko Haram’s Nightmare, Passes Awayhttps://x.com/ZagazOlaMakama/status/1886906972827521163?t=nEi7ds2wEBBFrIAcO3iKOg&s=19 17 Likes
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| Politics › 2027: Atiku, Binani Meet (Pictures) by lekanolas(op): 11:29am On Feb 04, 2025 |
In a surprise move, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Monday paid a visit to the All Progressive Congress’ governorship candidate in Adamawaa State in the 2023 general election, Aishatu Dahiru at her private residence in Abuja.https://newsday.com.ng/2027-atiku-binani-meet/ 4 Likes 2 Shares
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| Politics › Gov Uzodinma Offers N35m Reward For Arrest Of IPOB Leader by lekanolas(op): 9:25am On Feb 04, 2025 |
The Imo State government is seeking the public’s assistance in tracking down a suspected leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Ifeanyi Okorienta alias ‘Gentle. Governor Hope Uzodinma has promised to give N35 million to anyone with useful information that will lead to the arrest of Gentle. The offer also include a visa abroad. Gentle and his gang members have been terrorising residents of some parts of the state in recent times. Okorienta and his gang were recently dislodged from their hideouts in Aku village, Okigwe Council Area of the state by joint team of security operatives. The security operatives were led by Brig.-Gen. Usman Lawal, the Commander, 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Obinze, Owerri. During the raid on the hideouts, several shallow graves where members of IPOB and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN) allegedly bury their victims were discovered. https://newsday.com.ng/gov-uzodinma-offers-n35m-reward-for-arrest-of-ipob-leader/ 2 Likes
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| Crime › Four Die As Residents, Security Operatives Clash In Kano Over Demolition (VIDEO) by lekanolas(op): 3:05pm On Feb 03, 2025 |
No fewer than four people were killed on Sunday night in violence at Rimin Zakara, near Bayero University, Kano during a demolition drive by the Kano State government. Those killed were allegedly shot dead by security operatives attached to the demolition team. The land in question reportedly belongs to Bayero University, Kano (BUK). Eyewitnesses in the area told our correspondent that the incident occurred on Sunday night around 9pm. One of the eyewitnesses, Shehu Jubrin told NewsDay that the demolition team arrived late at night, catching residents off guard. He explained that the dispute over the land between BUK and the residents had been ongoing for over 20 years. “Four persons have been killed by security agents and we have buried them this morning,” he added. https://newsday.com.ng/four-die-as-residents-security-operatives-clash-in-kano-over-demolition/
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| Politics › Lt. Col. Alari, 21 Fallen Heroes Laid To Rest In Maiduguri by lekanolas(op): 11:08pm On Feb 01, 2025 |
The burial of the slain Commanding Officer of the 149 Battalion of the Nigerian Army Lt. Col Thomas Ebisingha Alari on Saturday was marked by mourning and tributes. Alari and 21 soldiers were killed when ISWAP terrorists launched a desperate Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack on troops at Gardiri Base in Damboa Local Government Area last week. Though the VBIED was intercepted and destroyed by the troops, the shrapnel from the explosion tragically took the lives of those closest to the blast, including Alari, who, as always, was at the front. The slain Lt. Colonel and the 21 soldiers were laid to rest at the Maimalari Military Cemetery in Maiduguri amid cries and tributes from the army, government and other mourners. Borno State Governor, Zulum, had earlier announced a donation N30 million to the widow and orphans left behind by late Lt. Colonel. https://newsday.com.ng/lt-col-alari-21-fallen-heroes-laid-to-rest-in-maiduguri/ |
| Celebrities › Cubana Chief Priest Proves"Money Na Water"As He Pays School Fees Of 300 Students by lekanolas(op): 7:17am On Feb 01, 2025 |
Notable businessman, Cubana Chief Priest has promised to pay the school fees of 300 students of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede in Imo state. Cubana Priest made the promise on Friday when he visited the school to received an an award. “We’ll be paying school fees for 300 students,” he declared after receiving the award. The students who could not hide their joy burst into into frenzied excitement. Earlier, the students had trooped out en masse to welcome the socialite into their school. https://newsday.com.ng/cubana-chief-priest-pledges-to-pay-school-fees-for-300-students/
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| Celebrities › Fake Osimhen,Fake Naira Marley,Fake Odumeje, Fake Mohbad Hanging Together(Video) by lekanolas(op): 10:44am On Jan 31, 2025 |
A group of men have tried to copy some known Nigerian celebrities and personalities. The group of men were dressed like Victor Osimhen, Naira Marley, Odumeje , Mohbad and Jnr Pope. The fake men were seen hanging out together. The bizarre gathering of lookalikes has sparked amusement and curiosity on social media. While some found the situation hilarious, others raised concerns about the potential misuse of their resemblance to these famous personalities. https://newsday.com.ng/fake-victor-osimhen-fake-naira-marley-fake-odumeje-fake-jnr-pope-seen-hanging-out-togeth/
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| Crime › Man Who Burned Quran Shot Dead During Tiktok Livestream by lekanolas(op): 9:18am On Jan 31, 2025 |
Salwan Momika, the Iraqi anti-Islam activist infamous for sparking outrage by burning copies of the Quran, was shot dead on January 30, 2025, during a TikTok livestream at his home in Sodertalje, near Stockholm, Sweden. Footage reportedly captured during the shooting shows police discovering Momika’s phone still broadcasting live as they ended the stream. Momika, 38, had gained notoriety for his Quran-burning demonstrations, which ignited massive protests and unrest across Muslim-majority countries. His most notable act occurred outside the Stockholm Central Mosque, where he set fire to the holy book, leading to heightened security warnings and increased threats from extremist groups. Reports indicate the shooting occurred just hours before Momika was scheduled to receive a verdict for incitement to hatred charges stemming from his repeated hate speech and Quran burnings. It was confirmed by the Stockholm District Court on the same day of the incident, which led to the postponement of the verdict due to his death. https://newsday.com.ng/man-who-burned-quran-shot-dead-during-tiktok-livestream/ 1 Like
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| Politics › Emir Of Daura Visits Buhari After His Return From France (Pictures) by lekanolas(op): 8:22am On Jan 31, 2025 |
The Emir of Daura , Alhaji Umar Farouk Umar on Thursday paid a visit to former President Muhammadu Buhari following his return from France.https://newsday.com.ng/emir-of-daura-visits-buhari-after-his-return-from-france/ 2 Likes 2 Shares
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| Politics › Reno Omokri Defends Sultan Over Sharia In South-west by lekanolas(op): 12:37am On Jan 31, 2025 |
Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has rose in defence of the Sultan of Sokoto , His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, over the establishment of Sharia courts in the South-west. The Sultan has come under fire from Christians and other groups after the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) threw its weight behind the push to establish Sharia courts in South-West states. The NSCIA in a statement on Wednesday decried what it described as the “high spate of intolerance and disregard for the rights of Muslims, especially in the Southern part of the country. The Sultan-led council argued that contrary to the assertion of South-West governors, Sharia courts are backed by the Nigerian Constitution. Accordingly, many groups, Christians and traditional worshippers from the region had called out the Sultan, accusing him of trying to create religious disharmony in South west . However, Omokri in his defence of the Sultan said Abubakar is not just a traditional ruler, but also a religious leader, who has been more responsible than anybody alive in Nigeria today, for helping to maintain peaceful religious coexistence, and ethnic harmony in the country. He stated that the Sultan has never castigated other faiths or instigated Muslims against their neighbours? He warned against abusing the Sultan, who he described has somebody who has regularly demonstrated fidelity to the stability of Nigeria. https://newsday.com.ng/reno-omokri-defends-sultan-over-sharia-in-southwest/ |
| Crime › Upcoming Singer, OG1 Savage Arrested Over Pregnant Lady’s Murder (Photo) by lekanolas(op): 6:28pm On Jan 30, 2025 |
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested upcoming artiste OG1 Savage in connection with the murder of a pregnant young lady, who visited with him.https://newsday.com.ng/upcoming-artiste-og1-savage-has-been-arrested-over-murder-of-pregnant-lady-who-spent-the-night-with-him/ 2 Likes 2 Shares
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| Politics › Bello Turji Strikes Again, Attacks Mosque , Kidnaps Dozens Of Worshippers by lekanolas(op): 8:52am On Jan 30, 2025 |
Suspected bandits led by notorious warlord Bello Turji launched a brazen attack on a mosque in Shanawa community, Zamfara State, during Isha prayers on Wednesday night. Turji and his armed men stormed the mosque, disrupting the congregation and killing four of the worshippers. The bandits also abducted an unspecified number of worshippers. The attackers reportedly herded the victims into the forest. The exact number of those abducted remains unknown as of the time of filing this report. The bandits then proceeded to Shinkafi town around 10PM, and also kidnapped several of people. https://newsday.com.ng/bello-turji-strikes-again-attacks-mosque-in-zamfara-kidnaps-dozens-of-worshippers/ |
| Politics › Islamic State Claims Responsibility For Killing Army Commander,Soldiers In Borno by lekanolas(op): 11:55pm On Jan 27, 2025 |
Islamic State has claimed responsibility for an attack on Friday in Borno State, the militant group said in a statement on Monday. The Commanding Officer of the 149 Battalion, Lt. Col. Alari and 21 soldiers were killed in the attack. In the statement, the group confirmed that the soldiers were met by a suicide bomber in an explosives-laden vehicle, followed by a battle in Timbuktu Triangle in Damboa, Borno State. Though the vehicle was intercepted and destroyed by the troops, the shrapnel from the explosion tragically took the lives of those closest to the blast, including Alari. https://newsday.com.ng/islamic-state-claims-responsibility-for-killing-military-commander-soldiers-in-borno/ |
