Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4, 2024, as public holidays to allow residents to travel to their communities for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, October 5, News360 Nigeria reports. In addition to the public holidays, Governor Fubara also announced a strict restriction on vehicular …
Meta launches new content monetization program for Facebook
Meta has launched its Content Monetization beta program for Facebook, aimed at enhancing the earning potential of content creators. This initiative, announced on Wednesday, October 2, brings together three key monetization tools: In-stream ads, Ads on Reels, and the Performance bonus. With this program, creators can monetize a wider variety of content types, including Reels, …
Gov. Adeleke threatens N5bn defamation suit against Osun APC
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday, threatened a N5bn defamation lawsuit against the opposition All Progressives Congress in the state. The threat followed an alarm by the APC that a certain chieftain of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State was plotting a violent attack ahead of the 2026 governorship election in …
BBNaija S9: Funke Akindele accepts Wanni’s request to join production team
Famous Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has accepted Big Brother Naija’s ‘No Loose Guard’ housemate, Wanni’s request to join her movie production team. Wanni on Wednesday, during a conversation with other housemates on the ongoing season 9 edition of the show, expressed interest in the role. She said, “Me, I want to be in Funke Akindele’s …
60 dead, others missing as boat carrying more than 300 people capsize in Niger State
At least 60 bodies have been recovered following a tragic boat accident on the Gbajibo River in Niger State where a vessel carrying approximately 300 passengers capsized. The incident occurred last night near Mokwa Local Government Area as the boat travelled from Mundi to Gbajibo for the annual Maulud celebration. According to Abubakar Dakani, Press …
President Tinubu jets to UK for two-week leave
President Bola Tinubu is billed to commence a two-week vacation. Tinubu depart Abuja for the UK on Wednesday. His trip was disclosed by his Special Advisor on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, via a statement. According to Onanuga, Tinubu’s UK trip is part of his annual leave. “He will use the two weeks as a …
I am worth over €100m – Osimhen
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has claimed he is worth over €100 million. Osimhen, speaking with TuttoSport, insisted he is one of the best footballers in the world currently. The 25-year-old was key to Napoli’s Scudetto triumph two seasons ago, scoring 26 goals in Serie A. It saw Osimhen also become the first African player …
More than 20 children feared dead in Thailand bus crash
A bus carrying dozens of primary school children has crashed and caught fire just outside Bangkok, leaving over 20 feared dead. The bus was returning from a school trip in the northern province of Uthai Thani when the tragic accident occurred. Out of the 41 passengers, 16 children and three teachers managed to escape the …
11 dead, others critically ill in Benue cholera outbreak
Eleven persons have been confirmed dead with six others in critical condition following a cholera outbreak in Apaogbozu community of Apa, in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State. This was disclosed to newsmen in Makurdi by the immediate past secretary to the Ado Local Government Council, Dr Perpetual Okafor, who hails from the area. …
Atiku Abubakar seeks six year tenure for president
A former Vice President and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general elections, Atiku Abubakar, has written to the National Assembly, requesting an amendment to the Constitution to allow for a six-year single term for the President and state governors. In a memorandum to the Senate Committee on Constitutional Review, …