NLC warns against attacks on protest, threatens indefinite strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of alleged plans by political agents to infiltrate and violently disrupt its December 17 National Day of Protest and Mourning. The Congress said the protest is a peaceful response to worsening insecurity and warned that any attack on protesters would amount to terrorism and a declaration of war […]
Rob and Michele Reiner Found Dead in Los Angeles
Rob and Michele Reiner were found dead at their Los Angeles home on Sunday, December 14. Police say their son, Nick, is being questioned in connection with the deaths, but no arrests have been made. Rob Reiner, acclaimed director and actor, was celebrated for films such as This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, and […]
10 Players Join Super Eagles’ 2025 AFCON Camp
The Super Eagles have opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations camp in Cairo, with 10 players already arriving. Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho was the first to report, followed by Stanley Nwabali, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and others. The team will hold its first training session on Sunday and face Egypt in a friendly at Cairo International Stadium […]
Wizkid’s Documentary Long Live Lagos Released Worldwide
Wizkid’s highly anticipated documentary Long Live Lagos is now available to stream on Max, HBO, and Apple TV, giving fans worldwide easy access to the acclaimed film. The documentary, part of HBO’s Music Box series, chronicles the Nigerian superstar’s rise from the streets of Lagos to global stardom, featuring behind-the-scenes footage, personal moments, and insights […]
TIN Becomes Mandatory for Bank Accounts from January 2026
The Federal Government announced that all taxable Nigerians must obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) to operate bank accounts from January 1, 2026. It was clarified that students and dependents are exempted. The requirement was confirmed under Section 4 of the Nigerian Tax Administration Act, providing legal backing for enforcement. Individuals and businesses already holding […]
Don Jazzy Says $5M Spent on Rema’s Calm Down
Don Jazzy revealed that about $4–5 million went into promoting Rema’s hit Calm Down across global markets. He explained during an interview that the team invested heavily in marketing, international promotion, and strategic rollout plans to secure the song’s worldwide success. According to him, the massive push helped the track dominate major charts and streaming […]
NIS Flags Temporary Downtime on Passport Platform
Routine maintenance on the Nigeria Immigration Service’s Passport Digital Platform was announced, with users expected to experience temporary disruptions from 12 to 14 December 2025. The exercise was described as necessary to improve system performance and user experience. Public patience was requested, and support was made available through official channels. Temporary complaint-response handles were also […]
Arsenal Eye Perfect Champions League Record at Club Brugge
Arsenal are on the hunt for a perfect Champions League group stage record as they face Club Brugge away. With a flawless record so far, the Gunners aim to extend their dominance and maintain their 100% win rate in the competition. Coach Mikel Arteta has hinted at fielding a strong lineup despite already securing top […]
Young John Responds to Critics of Album Success
Nigerian artist and producer Young John has fired back at critics questioning his rise in the music industry. After the success of his debut album, Love is Not Enough, which has dominated charts and playlists, some skeptics have dismissed his transition from producer to artist. In a bold response, Young John took to social media, […]
Soyinka Cautions Tinubu on Security, Governance, and Privilege
At the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism Awards in Lagos, Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka directly challenged President Bola Tinubu over his handling of regional security and the use of state resources for privileged individuals. In a viral video, Soyinka described a recent encounter where he witnessed an unusually large security detail surrounding […]