Author: David Great

Former Senator Ayodele Arise has weighed in on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, stating that attractive women frequently encounter sexual advances worldwide. Speaking on Arise TV’s Morning Show on Saturday, Arise suggested that the matter should have been handled differently by both parties rather than turning it into a national issue amid the country’s pressing challenges. “Every woman that is good-looking radically is subjected to such gestures (sexual). Even people take other people’s wives, not even Nigeria. Would that be an issue for the TV for a senator? Of course, it wouldn’t have been…

The newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has commenced the 21-day traditional rites known as “Oro Ipebi,” a mandatory ritual before his official ascension to the throne. The Chief of Staff to the monarch, Rotimi Osuntola, confirmed this in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. According to Osuntola, the rites will conclude on Saturday, March 29, 2025. “The Aláàfin of Oyo Kingdom hereby announces the commencement of ÒRÒ ÌPĘBÍ, the mandatory rites for His Imperial Majesty before his ascension to the revered throne of The Aláàfin,” the statement read. Makinde vows coronation of…

The Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors (ANED) has called on the Nigerian Air Force, military authorities, and the presidency to identify and punish the officers involved in the assault on Ikeja Electric (IKEDC) staff and journalists. On Thursday, armed personnel from the Sam Ethnan Air Force Base, Ikeja, stormed IKEDC’s headquarters in Alausa, Lagos, attacking workers and journalists. Following the incident, Air Vice Marshal AK Ademulegun, the Area Officer Commanding, Logistics Command, visited the office, assuring an investigation. However, during a TVC interview on Friday, the Executive Director, Research and Advocacy at ANED, Sunday Oduntan, dismissed any claims of ignorance…

The Nigeria Sanctions Committee has officially designated IPOB leader Simon Ekpa and  16 other individuals and organizations over their alleged involvement in financing terrorism. Among those listed are, Godstime Promise Iyare, Francis Mmaduabuchi, John Onwumere, Chikwuka Eze, Edwin Chukwuedo, Chinwendu Owoh, Ginika Orji, Awo Uchechukwu, and Mercy Ebere Ifeoma Ali. Additionally, the sanctioned entities include Ohagwu Juliana, Eze Okpoto, Nwaobi Chimezie, Ogomu Kewe, Igwe Ka Ala Enterprises, Seficuvi Global Company, and Lakurawa Group. A document from the committee, obtained on Thursday, revealed that the list had been approved by the President following recommendations from the Attorney General of the Federation.…

Inter Milan took a significant step toward the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals with a commanding 2-0 victory over Feyenoord in Rotterdam. The result extends Inter’s unbeaten European record against Dutch opposition to 12 matches, giving them a strong advantage ahead of the second leg. Feyenoord, having already eliminated AC Milan earlier in the tournament, aimed to complete a Milan double by upsetting Inter. They started brightly, pressing forward and forcing Inter goalkeeper Josep Martínez into action early on, with Ibrahim Osman testing him inside the opening five minutes. Despite struggling to impose themselves in the first half, Inter found a…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has denied allegations of sexual harassment leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Speaking at Wednesday’s plenary session after a one-week recess, Akpabio stated, “At no time did I ever harass any woman. I was raised very well by my late single mother, and I have always upheld respect for women. I was even awarded the most gender-friendly governor in Nigeria.” He acknowledged being aware of discussions surrounding the matter on social media and confirmed receiving calls regarding the allegations since February 25. Akpabio urged Nigerians and the media to refrain from making hasty conclusions, emphasizing…

Democrats, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, remained seated throughout President Donald Trump’s address to a Joint Session of Congress at the Capitol on Tuesday night. While Republicans frequently stood to applaud, the left-wing lawmakers largely kept a straight face and held up signs reading “False,” “Protect Veterans,” “Musk Steals,” and “Save Medicaid.” The contrast was stark as Vice President JD Vance, House Speaker Mike Johnson, cabinet members, and Republican lawmakers repeatedly rose to give standing ovations during the 100-minute speech—the longest by a U.S. president in modern history, surpassing Bill Clinton’s record. Tensions and early drama Early in the…

The reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, met with fellow lawmakers on Tuesday in an effort to reconcile with aggrieved colleagues following the leadership crisis that ended with his re-election on Monday. The meeting, held at the Assembly complex in Alausa, Ikeja, came a day after Mojisola Meranda resigned as Speaker and was re-elected as Deputy Speaker. Meranda had served as Speaker for 49 days after Obasa’s removal on January 13, 2025. Obasa’s return to power was the result of interventions by key figures in the All Progressives Congress (APC), including former governors Bisi Akande…

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has made history once again, becoming the first player in NBA history to score 50,000 career points. This achievement further cements his status as the league’s all-time leading scorer, setting a milestone that may stand for generations. James entered Tuesday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans just one point shy of the record, following a 17-point performance in the Lakers’ win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. It didn’t take long for the 40-year-old legend to hit the mark—he received a pass from Luka Dončić and launched a flawless 25-foot three-pointer, bringing his…

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has said Nigerians are being unfair to former military president Ibrahim Babangida following the release of his autobiography. Babangida’s memoir, A Journey in Service: An Autobiography of Ibrahim Babangida, a 420-page book, includes a significant revelation where he admitted that MKO Abiola won the 1993 presidential election, which his government annulled. This admission, coming 32 years later, has sparked widespread reactions, with many critics arguing that it is long overdue. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television on Monday, Kalu, who represents Abia North in the Senate, defended the former military president, stating that Nigerians are…