The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, congratulates the Muslim community in Anambra State and across Nigeria on the celebration of this year’s Eid Al-Kabir (Eid al-Adha). In expressing his goodwill, Governor Soludo recognizes the profound significance of this holy festival for Muslims, which commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s devout faith and obedience to Allah’s command. The Governor said the celebration reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, devotion, and submission to divine will that transcend religious boundaries and speak to our common humanity. According to the Governor Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, the Governor acknowledges the valuable contributions of…
Author: Lilian Azuh
Benue map Justices. A. Ikpambese, T.A.Igoche, W.I.Kpocho and T.A.Kume of the Benue State High court sitting in Makurdi have jailed twenty one( 21) internet fraudsters to various jail terms. They were jailed on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 after pleading guilty to one -count separate charges bordering on internet- related offences upon being arraigned by the Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on June 4, 2025. The convicts are: Mohammed Hameed Jimoh, Henry Temitope Abosede, Alonge Boluwatife Adebiyi, Micheal Ayomide Emmanuel, AbdulKareem Murtala Abiodun, Ayedele Israel, Oladele Temitope Peace, Dennis Chijoke Raphael, Chisom Evans Okonkwo, Micheal Faith Damilola, Oguntoye Elijah Timilehin, Hezekiah Ayomide Owoeye, Happiness Opeyemi Atolagbe, Ismail…
Mike Ejeagha A popular Nigerian highlife musician, Mike Ejeagha, has died at the age of 95. Popularly known as “Gentleman Mike Ejeagha,” the music legend died on Friday night. The musician’s eldest son, Emma, who confirmed his passing on Saturday to journalists in Enugu said he died on Friday evening at approximately 8 p.m. at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu after a prolonged illness. “My father passed away due to a long-standing ailment,” said Emma. Ejeagha’s legacy is marked by his distinctive style of Igbo folk music, which resonated across multiple generations. Born on April 4, 1930, in Imezi…
Wizkid Billboard has launched Billboard Africa, a platform dedicated to showcasing the rich and diverse music culture of Africa. To celebrate this milestone, they highlighted 11 African artists who have made significant contributions to the global music scene. These trailblazers include Miriam Makeba, the first African artist to win a Grammy Award in 1966; Hugh Masekela, who topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1968 with “Grazing in the Grass”; and CKay, who reached No. 1 on Billboard’s U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart with “Love Nwantiti” in 2022. Other notable artists include Davido, who became the first African artist to perform…
Celebrity blogger and business woman Linda Ikeji, during her days as a rising model many years ago. Courtesy: Azuh Lilian/SOLIDNEWSNG Lib.
Several mysteries have happened in the political space of Nigeria but if what happened on Saturday between Governor Sanwoolu and President Tinubu isn’t a mistake, then we are about to witness the biggest political fracas in the country. Governor Sanwoolu has been in the news since yesterday following the cold reaction he got from President Tinubu when he tried to greet him at the venue for the commissioning of Lagos-Calabar costal highway. The president, who got a standing ovation on arrival at the fully packed event centre, was seen in a video exchanging pleasantries with governors, senators and very important…
Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, in a spirited effort to leverage digital literacy and cultivate a pool of tech talents towards transforming Nigeria into a globally recognized hub of technology and innovation, has advocated for increased inclusion of persons with special needs in the agency’s policies and programmes. He acknowledged the need for intentional design of the agency’s initiatives to address the needs of an estimated 35 million Nigerians with special needs, which is aimed at implementing the Presidential priority area of Reforming the Economy for Sustained Inclusive Growth. At the strategic…
To proactively address emerging threats and build digital resilience, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), proudly announces the inaugural National Cybersecurity Conference (NCSC 2025), scheduled to hold from 9th–10th July 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria. As Nigeria strengthens its position as Africa’s leading technology hub, cybersecurity remains a national priority. At NITDA Headquarters in Abuja, during a press conference the Director-General of NITDA emphasized the growing importance of cybersecurity as Nigeria continues its transformation into a digitally driven economy. He highlighted the dual nature of the digital age: immense opportunities…
–Lagos bomb blast survivor tells her story through soul-stirring gospel track From the ashes of one of Nigeria’s most devastating tragedies has emerged a powerful testimony in song. “How Do I Kelee Gi?” — a soul-stirring blend of English and Igbo meaning “How do I thank You?” — is the heartfelt anthem of Maureen Onwuka, popularly known as Maureen J, a survivor of the January 27, 2002 Lagos bomb blast. The blast, which rocked the Ikeja Cantonment area, left hundreds dead and thousands displaced in an unforgettable moment of national grief. For Maureen, then a young evangelist, it marked the…
Tinubu prays President Bola Tinubu has called for more prayers for the military and security agencies currently making sacrifices to keep the nation safe, particularly those confronting terrorists and bandits. The President, who observed the Eid-al-Adha prayers at the Eid Ground in Dodan Barracks, Lagos, told reporters that the security agencies and vulnerable citizens should top the prayer list. “We should remember to pray and give to those who are very vulnerable in the spirit of the season, which is sacrifice. We must unite, remain our brothers’ keeper, and give to our neighbours. We should show love to everyone. “We…