The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has donated the sum of N10 million to support his church member, Udoh Emmanuel Ezekiel, who is battling chronic kidney disease and needs a transplant. The donation was made on Sunday during a live service at his church when the prophet called the ailing member out for the purpose of fundraising. Primate Ayodele described his situation as dire and one that needs urgent intervention from well-meaning Nigerians, especially from the government. He also seized the opportunity to call on the governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Akwa Ibom State,…
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Ogbonna A recent message from US President Donald Trump, labelling Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged Christian persecution, has sparked reactions across Nigeria’s entertainment landscape, with celebrities taking sides on whether the country should welcome or resist foreign intervention. Trump, who issued a series of warnings on the matter, noted that Nigeria faces an “existential threat” to Christianity, igniting fierce debates online. On one side, gospel singer Victoria Orenze urged Nigerians to take responsibility for their nation and trust only in God. “Nigerian citizens, Christians or not, we can’t be quiet, turn our eyes the other way, and…
Chioma Chioma Ifemeludike, the actress and filmmaker better known as IfeDike, has extended a lunch invitation to the individuals who voted for her during Saturday’s Anambra governorship election. IfeDike, who contested under the African Action Congress (AAC), garnered 292 votes across the state’s 5,718 polling units. The result placed her far behind the incumbent governor Charles Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), who won a landslide victory with 422,664 votes. Rather than dwell on the defeat, the actress took to social media to celebrate her small but dedicated group of supporters. In the post via X, the filmmaker expressed her gratitude to her supporters while…
Agu Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has urged women to focus on self-development and independence before getting married. In a video posted on his Instagram page and cited by PUNCH Online on Monday, Agu stressed that marriage should not define a woman’s identity or sense of fulfillment. Instead, he said, women should strive to be mentally, spiritually, and financially stable before getting married. His perspective on marriage comes amid ongoing conversations about gender roles and financial independence in relationships. Agu, who has often used his platform to promote personal growth and self-reliance, said his message was aimed at encouraging women…
Ned and Regina The senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Ned Nwoko, and Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, have exchanged heated words as tensions escalate over their ongoing marital crisis, with allegations involving drug use and harassment. Nwoko accused Daniels’ brother, Sammy, of harassing his children and domestic staff, claiming he sponsored Sammy’s last two years at the University of Ekpoma, including expenses for musical instruments and an Abuja apartment. He also revealed that he transferred an estimated ₦125 million to Regina’s mother over the past two years. “These videos show Sammy, Regina’s brother, repeatedly coming to my home and harassing…
By Lukman Oladokun The Nigerian Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has stated that the country is on the cusp of a historic transformation as the government advances toward passing the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill into law. While officially opening the 2025 edition of the Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition, themed “Innovation for a Sustainable Digital Future: Accelerating Growth, Inclusion, and Global Competitiveness.”, Senator Shettima made this known in Abuja. He described the bill as a cornerstone of the nation’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy powered by digital innovation. Emphasizing its significance, he noted that the…
By Lukman Oladokun The National Commissioner, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, has urged stakeholders in the digital economy to unite in unlocking Nigeria’s vast potential in the sector. At the opening of the 2025 Digital Nigeria International Conference, while delivering a goodwill message on behalf of all Chief Executive Officers of parastatals under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy he emphasized, that the country stands at a critical juncture where collaboration and innovation are essential to achieving global competitiveness. Highlighting the exponential growth of the global digital economy, that there are currently over 18.8 billion…
Historically, the mainstay of the Nigerian economy, the oil and gas sector accounts for the largest portion of the country’s foreign exchange earnings (over 85%) and a significant share of government revenue (ranging from approximately 35% to over 70% in various years). Hence, the critical role of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited, PINL in the oil and gas sector, cannot be overemphasized nor underestimated, if the Country wants to sustain its soaring height, in terms of revenue generation and funding of its critical sectors of the economy. Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited, PINL is a key player in Nigeria’s oil and gas…
A Nigerian senator, Orji Uzor Kalu has confirmed that there were plans to impeach Godswil Akpabio as senate president, but it was resisted. He made the confirmation during an interview where he explained that some senators gang-up to remove Akpabio from office. Speaking with reporters at the National Assembly, Kalu described the Senate as “one big family,” insisting that the chamber would not entertain internal divisions capable of disrupting its leadership or legislative responsibilities. “Though there were attempts, we didn’t allow that to happen. That is why I always say we are one big family, and it is not going…
The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has congratulated Her Excellency, Dame (Dr.) Virgy Etiaba, CON, the former Governor of Anambra State, on the occasion of her 83rd birthday today. In his congratulatory remarks, Governor Soludo stated that Dame Etiaba’s remarkable stint as a former first female governor of Anambra State has not only paved the way for women in leadership but has also left an unforgettable mark on the socio-political landscape of the State. Her dedication, vision, and resilience in breaking barriers have continued to prove that leadership knows no gender. According to the Governor’s Chief…