A Kwara State Magistrate Court has sentenced a teenage boy to one year imprisonment for arson and theft.     It will be recalled that the teenage boy, Olawumi Ayomide, set a building on fire in Ilorin after stealing items belonging to the occupants.     The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, arraigned Ayomide on …

In light of Nigeria’s 64th Independent Day celebrations, we have outlined 10 songs that celebrate the most Black nation in the world. These songs celebrate Nigeria’s uniqueness, diversity, culture, and heritage. They capture the brilliance of its people, their resourcefulness, and resilience. Here are 10 songs that celebrate Nigeria. 1. Timi Dakolo – ‘Great Nation’ The powerful vocals of award-winning …

A Nigerian man, Michael Mkpae has advised women not to register their landed property in their husband’s name no matter how much they love them.   He stated this on Tuesday in response to a question by a Nigerian lawyer, Stella.    “As a woman/wife, can you buy a land and register it in your husband’s name?” the lawyer asked.  …

Music mogul, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ attorney is planning to file a third appeal for his release from prison a fortnight after his arrest. According to court documents obtained by People on Monday, Alexandra Shapiro from Combs’ legal team filed a notice to appeal after Combs was denied bail two times.   The music mogul was arrested on September 16 at a …

The 64 years of Nigeria’s existence are filled with several painful low points, and the musicians from the different eras have lent their talents in demanding that the social contract that formed the basis of this nationhood be executed justly, fairly, and equitably. October 1, 2024 marks 64 years since Nigeria gained her independence from the British Empire. During the …

It’s been a dozen years since Celtic defied expectation and won a Champions League game of this magnitude. ‘Watt’s the story, Celtic’s glory’ and all of that. That win against Barcelona in Glasgow, secured by a young Tony Watt, was a footballing miracle built on four attempts on goal to Barca’s 18 and on 16% possession to Barca’s 86%, but …

The Nigerian Correctional Service has confirmed the suspension of its senior officers allegedly linked to the Bobrisky bribery allegation scandal.    Recall that the Civil Defence, Correctional Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) had last week announced the suspension of four of its officers linked to various corruption cases. Amongst the officers suspended include DCC Michael Anugwa.     However, …

We will tell you about the bright show of the largest Nigerian amateur football competition.   Beating the champion   On September 26, a real sports festival unfolded at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan. Along with hundreds of enthusiastic fans, famous Nigerian celebrities and athletes attended the second 1xBet Cup Nigeria main matches. Adding to the significance of the event, Mr. …

President Tinubu has said that his administration is winning the war against terror and banditry. In his Independence Day speech delivered this morning October 1, President Tinubu said; ‘’ My administration took over the leadership of our country 16 months ago at a critical juncture. The economy faced many headwinds, and our physical security was highly impaired. We found ourselves …

Now, Larne’s European dreams are set to become a reality. It will be a tough test as they balance a first European campaign with a stacked domestic schedule, with their league defence and cup ties also on the cards. First up, it’s a trip to Molde on 3 October. The Norwegians, who lost to Glenavon in 2018, are third in …