Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, and former Senate President Bukola Saraki, are currently holding a closed-door meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. The meeting, which is part of the PDP’s National Caucus session, comes just hours after officials of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) sealed off the party’s national secretariat over unpaid ground rents. Meanwhile, the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting, earlier scheduled to hold at the sealed secretariat, was relocated to Legacy House,...
THE RISE OF KINGSWAY STORES: A SYMBOL OF LUXURY AND MODERNITYA SLICE OF THE FOREIGN LIFE
Kingsway Stores opened its doors in 1948, courtesy of the United African Company (UAC), and quickly became the place to be. It was the first modern departmental store in British West Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, and Sierra Leone. Many who shopped there describe it as an experience like no other. The rows of shelves were stocked with goodies from overseas. The aisles were cool and air-conditioned aisles, with a touch of Europe right into Lagos (and many other locations in the country). For families, a trip to Kingsway felt like stepping into a new reality—one where everything had a shine...
OPEN LETTER To Former Governor Rauf Aregbesola: A Tale Of Betrayer And Broken Loyalty
By Olushola Matthew May 24, 2025 Dear Ogbeni RAUF AREGBESOLA, I write to you not in anger, but in sheer disappointment. Disappointment born from watching a man once draped in loyalty and respect gradually unravels into a symbol of betrayal and ingratitude. This letter is not to destroy you—it is to remind you. To awaken the sleeping conscience that once dwelt in you. If there’s anything left of it. Let’s be unequivocally clear: your rise in Nigerian politics was not self-made. You did not climb the ladder alone. The story of your political relevance cannot be told without one name—...
“The Tompolo Video Could Be AI. We Are Currently Doing Forensic Analysis, Before We Take Any Actions.” — EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has advised Nigerians to cease from condemning Chief Government Ekpemupolo, widely known as Tompolo, over the recent allegation of Naira abuse. “Nigerians please dont Condemn Tompolo for a mere Allegation let’s give him fair hearing, we have subjected the video to Forensic Analysis because these days people can create such videos”
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Liverpool Submit Over £100m Bid for Florian Wirtz
Liverpool have submitted an official bid for German international Florian Wirtz, with the offer reportedly exceeding £100 million including add-ons, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Bayer Leverkusen star has already informed the Reds of his desire to make the move to Anfield. Despite interest from Bayern Munich, Wirtz has made it clear he does not intend to join the Bundesliga giants. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder, who excels as a No. 10, also has the versatility to play as a false nine. His technical ability, vision, and passing accuracy make him a dynamic forward option who could thrive in...
Defending Champion Alcaraz Kicks Off French Open Campaign with a Win
Carlos Alcaraz began his French Open title defence with a convincing straight-sets victory over 23-year-old Giulio Zeppieri, winning 6-3, 6-4, 6-2. Speaking after the match, the defending champion said: “It was really solid. The first round of a Grand Slam is never easy, especially coming here as the defending champion,” Alcaraz told a nearly packed court. “I started well and kept a good pace during the match. I tried to be focused on my game, to get a good rhythm. I’m really proud of my start here at Roland Garros.” Alcaraz will face Fabian Marozsan in the second round. Marozsan...