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Marital Rape in Nigeria: The Law, The Outrage, and the Call for Reform
A video posted by lawyer and influencer Timi Agbaje on X (formerly Twitter) has ignited a firestorm of debate. His question—"Can a man rape his wife in Nigeria?"—seems simple, but the answer, rooted in Nigeria’s outdated criminal code,…
MOVIE REVIEW: House of Ga’a – A Tragic Tale of Power and Betrayal
House of Ga'a is a visually striking and ambitious historical drama that attempts to delve into the complexities of power, family, and the decline of the Oyo Empire.
A movie produced by renowned filmmaker, Bolanle Austen-Peters, it…
MUSIC REVIEW: Olamide’s “IKIGAI”: A Game Changer for Afrobeats or Business as…
On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Nigerian music icon Olamide dropped his eleventh studio album, "IKIGAI," generating a frenzy among fans and sparking debate within the industry. "IKIGAI," a Japanese concept translating to "reason for…
MOVIE REVIEW: A Lioness Roars: Unveiling the Layers of “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti”
"Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti," the 2024 biopic directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, transcends the boundaries of a historical drama.
It's a captivating exploration of social justice, gender equality, and the unwavering spirit of activism,…
NLC to Govt: Reverse Telecom Tariff Hike or Face Shutdown
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the implementation of a 50% tariff hike by telecommunication companies, demanding immediate reversal of the old tariff.
The NLC and the Federal Government had earlier constituted a…
Lights Out! National Grid Suffers Another Breakdown
The national grid has collapsed again, plunging millions of Nigerians into darkness.
The collapse which happened on Wednesday is the first in 2025.
Confirming this in a post on X, the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company…
Tech Talent Wanted! Habaripay’s Squad Kicks Off Take on Squad Hackathon 2.0
HabariPay’s Squad, payment fintech subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”), today announced dates for its annual social coding competition.
Building on the success of the inaugural edition, “Squad…
NACA Warns Nigerians: Stay Safe This Valentine, Protect Yourself from HIV
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS on Tuesday urged Nigerians to prioritise safety and responsibility to prevent the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
A statement…
CBN Scraps Three Free Monthly Withdrawals, Customers to Pay for Every ATM Use
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says charges will now apply anytime customers use the Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) of banks other than theirs.
This was contained in a circular dated February 10, 2025, and addressed to all banks…
IGP Prohibits Plainclothes Officers from Carrying Rifles
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has warned police officers in the country against rights violations, and other misconduct.
“No operative should be seen carrying assault arms (rifles) while dressed in civilian…
El-Rufai Dismisses Exile Rumors, Says He Won’t Run from Arrest
Embattled former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai says he won’t opt for exile despite the many rumours that he might be arrested and tortured by the Bola Tinubu administration.
El-Rufai, who has been embroiled in a battle of…
Nigeria Ranks 36th Among World’s Most Corrupt Countries in 2024
Transparency International, a global coalition against corruption, has ranked Nigeria as the 36th most corrupt country in the world.
Nigeria was joined by Uganda, Mexico, Madagascar, Iraq, and Cameroon in the same spot with a total…
Falana: Supreme Court Didn’t Rule on Rivers Assembly Leadership
Contrary to the narrative in some quarters, the Supreme Court verdict on the appeal by the Rivers State governor Siminalayi Fubara against Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly does not have anything to do with who is the authentic…
El-Rufai Denies Seeking Favors for Supporting Tinubu
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on Monday, said his support for President Bola Tinubu’s election in 2023 was never to gain any favour in return.
El-Rufai was an integral member of the Northern governors in the ruling…
Adelabu Vows to Act as UI Students Protest UCH Power Outage
Medical students at the University of Ibadan (UI) have staged a protest at the University College Hospital (UCH) over a prolonged power outage that has lasted “more than 100 days”.
The students, who are trained at the teaching…
Sharia Panels Will Foster Peace in South-West – JAMB Registrar
The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, has urged South-West leaders to endorse the formation of Sharia panels in the region to foster peace and religious harmony.
Oloyede, who doubles as…
Military Says 800 Ex-Boko Haram Members Undergoing Rehabilitation
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday disclosed that 800 former Boko Haram fighters who surrendered to the military are currently undergoing deradicalisation for onward re-integration into the society.
The Chief of Defence,…
Nnamdi Kanu Challenges Court’s Authority as Case Faces Indefinite Adjournment
The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu, on Monday, questioned the jurisdiction of his alleged terrorism case when he re-appeared before Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court for the resumed…
Elon Musk Shuts Down Speculation: ‘No Plans to Buy TikTok’s U.S. Operations’
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person and a top advisor to US President Donald Trump, said he has no interest in acquiring social media platform TikTok’s operations in the United States, in comments released Saturday.
“I’ve not put…