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The palace is yet to be formally notified of Prophetess Naomi Silekunola’s separation from the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, it was learnt on Thursday. A spokesman, Moses Olafare, said the palace had not yet been informed of her decision. Naomi had…

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has approved the appointment of seven new General Managers, including Mr Ibrahim Nasiru, who was the Assistant General Manager, Corporate and Strategic Communications. The Acting Managing Director, Muhammed Bello-Koko, made this known in a statement signed by…

Modupe Alakija, husband of billionaire business woman, Folorunso Alakija, has explained the altercation that occured between him and another member of the Ikoyi club leading to his suspension. In a letter Mr Alakija wrote to the secretary of the club and seen,…

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to release the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, being held in the Department of State Services (DSS) custody in Abuja before Christmas. It reminded the…

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday, said over N3 billion had been spent to equip the Nigeria Police in 2021 in its quest to ensure the safety and security of residents. He gave the assurance that his government in 2022 would ensure…

The Kano state Hisbah board has announced plans to invite parents of Shatu Garko, the winner of 2021 Miss Nigeria, over their daughter’s “illegal” participation in the beauty pageant. Garko, who is from Kano, recently became the first hijab-wearing contestant to clinch…