The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vowed to ensure meaningful participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria. The coalition party recently pledged to strengthen disability-inclusive governance, and Nigerians have been reacting. Speaking in Abuja as the ADC joined the global community to commemorate the International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), the National Chairman of the party, Sen. David Mark, reaffirmed the party’s commitment to disability inclusion if given the opportunity to rule. According to him, the pledge is backed by concrete action rather than rhetoric because PWDs are fully represented across the party’s leadership structure and they contribute…
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Nollywood actress Stella Damascus has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband Jaiye Aboderin, 21 years after his death. She recently joined their two daughters to receive his posthumous award at the AMAN Awards. Sharing a clip from the ceremony on Instagram, Stella captured her daughters delivering a speech on stage as they accepted the honour on behalf of their father. According to her, even though her late hubby has been gone for more than two decades, his family will keep doing everything possible to keep his legacy alive. The moviestar stated that late Jaiye Aboderin will definitely be…
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has said that China remains committed to supporting Nigeria’s efforts to combat terrorism. China recently reaffirmed its dedication to expanding cooperation in trade, investment, and manufacturing, as well as strengthening strategic ties. A press statement released hours ago confirmed that Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, made the remarks during his meeting with Nigerian Foreign Minister, His Excellency Yusuf Maitama Tuggar. According to him, the China-Nigeria strategic collaboration has been a success because both nations have always understood and supported each other on issues concerning their core interests. He emphasised China’s readiness to implement zero-tariff…
Popular rapper A$AP Rocky is still singing Rihanna’s praises. He recently revealed that having his partner’s support at the 2025 Gotham Awards meant everything to him. Speaking during an interview with PEOPLE, Rocky spoke about being nominated for “Breakthrough Performer” for his role in Spike Lee’s “Highest 2 Lowest.” According to him, it is always a big deal when he sees his woman by his side at such events, and he couldn’t be more grateful. “Family support is just … spousal support, everything. It just means a lot. It goes a long way,” he said. For their joint red carpet…
Popular singer Lady Gaga has opened up about her relationship with her fiancé, Michael Polansky. She recently shared an intimate detail about him that she enjoys, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Gaga revealed that Michael’s neck is actually her favourite smell. Responding, Colbert asked Polansky, who was seemingly off camera by the way the comedian turned his head, a follow-up question in an attempt to learn why a part of his body is Gaga’s favourite scent. “Do you wear cologne, Michael?” the host asked the entrepreneur and tech investor.…
Popular Gospel singer Moses Bliss has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Segun Awolowo. He recently had his say after receiving a video of him singing along to his hit song, “Too Faithful.” Reacting via his Instagram page, Moses revealed that watching the deceased sing his song in the viral clip broke him completely. According to him, despite meeting Segun Awolowo in person only once, the warmth and genuine appreciation he felt from him were unforgettable. Describing his love for worship as pure, the singer prayed for the soul of the deceased to rest in perfect peace. “I just…
The Peoples Democratic Party has accused President Bola Tinubu’s government of failing to protect Nigerians at home, on the streets, and in their workplaces. PDP recently blasted the administration’s security record, calling for a review of strategies to make the nation safer. Speaking while briefing journalists in Abuja, the party’s National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, said that citizens cannot continue to live in constant fear. According to him, conducting business in perpetual fear is a trend that must stop as soon as possible because Nigeria will not move forward if it continues. “We believe the situation in this country is such…
Presidential Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said that President Tinubu’s government does not negotiate with bandits or any terrorist organisation. He recently revealed that while past governments occasionally resorted to dialogue with violent groups, Tinubu is very much against it. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Bwala shared that despite the complexity of Nigeria’s security landscape, the president has always maintained a zero-tolerance approach to negotiation with terrorists. According to him, even though Nasir el-Rufai talked about a previous national policy that allowed both federal and state authorities to negotiate in extreme circumstances, Tinubu’s approach is quite…
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has said that compassion should always guide public office and the conduct of public officers. He recently revealed that the current trend of frivolity will do more harm to Nigeria than good. Responding to a series of decisions and events around the presidency last week, Obi touched on President Bola Tinubu’s choice of persons for ambassadorial positions as well as the dinner hosted by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for senators. According to him, he was very heartbroken when young Nigerians reached out to him for comments on the…
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti has opened up about the unconventional relationship between him and his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti. He recently revealed that his dad never taught him anything because he expected him to know everything. Speaking at a Book Chat at the just concluded Ake Arts and Books Festival, which was held at Bon Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, a gathering that was centred on late Fela’s wife, Remilekun Kuti’s memoir simply titled: “Mrs Kuti,” Femi said that Fela did not even teach him how to read. According to him, anytime he urged his dad to teach him…
