The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that his administration is currently considering increasing in ground rent payments. He recently revealed that the refusal of citizens to pay ground rent and other taxes has been his greatest challenge in office. Speaking to journalists today, Wike shared that despite residents constantly demanding better infrastructure in the FCT, the people still fail to support the government by paying their taxes. According to him, while the fee has remained unchanged for many years, several debtors still owe as much as 20 years’ worth of ground rent. “My greatest challenge…
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Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sule Lamido, has detailed the events that eventually paved the way for the construction of the ministry’s permanent office complex during President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration (1999-2027). He recalled that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) had at a meeting presided over by President Obasanjo, to approve the contract for the building. Sharing via his autobiography titled “Being True To Myself,” Lamido said that a firm, C. Cappa, came highly recommended for the job by members of the council, with emphasis on the company’s solid reputation. However, when he left Nigeria for an international assignment 2 days…
The legal team of Nigerian senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has blasted the worrying pattern of selective justice in the country. This is coming after the recent criminal charges filed against their client by the Federal Government, despite a dozen pending petitions the senator had filed between March and May 2025. Reacting via a press statement issued today in Abuja and signed by her counsel, Uju Nwoduwu, the team shared that 12 petitions submitted by Akpoti-Uduaghan tackling serious issues like cyberstalking, threats to life, defamation, and an alleged assassination plot have been completely ignored. The team said that every…
Popular Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has urged Nigerians to be more self-aware in a world increasingly shaped by the pressures of social media. She recently highlighted the unrealistic standards often portrayed online nowadays. Speaking during an interview with Dose of Society, Tiwa shared that the false standards seen online often go a long way towards affecting people’s self-esteem and mental health. The musician stated that she needs human beings to begin to show more love to their fellow humans, especially online, because flaunting make-believes to put pressure on ourselves doesn’t help the world we live in. “My message to the…
Popular Nigerian artist Skales has debunked a viral claim alleging that he divorced his wife because she mocked his music. He recently shared that the tweet was made up on X, and he never made any posts like that. The fake tweet that went viral by @VERITY_HQ read, “I divorced my wife because of a comment she made on my post and I don’t regret it… People cannot be mocking your husband’s music career… and you join.” Reacting via his social media page, the rapper simply described the fake tweet as evil and unfair. Read Also: Nollywood Action Scenes Must…
Nollywood and Ghollywood actor Van Vicker has reacted to the “kicking” incident that involved fellow actors, Godwin Nnadiekwe and Zubby Michael, on a movie set. Recall that reports said Zubby allegedly kicked his fellow movie star during filming, and it led to Godwin being diagnosed with internal bleeding. Reacting via his Instagram page, Van Vicker said that while he is yet to verify the allegation, the headline of the story is definitely very concerning. Vicker revealed that in Nollywood, where there is no insurance, no body double, and no stunt actor on set, it is very important for directors to…
Ex-BBNaija housemate Angel Smith has reacted to the criticism that trailed a clip showing her sharing an intimate moment with British-Nigerian rapper and singer, Darkoo. She recently shared that people have been labelling her a lesbian since the video went viral. Reacting via her social media page, Angel revealed that being labelled a lesbian isn’t the insult some people actually believe it to be. According to her, it is a complete shame to see how the society that has been tolerating more serious issues like pedophilia can have something bad to say about what she does with her fellow woman.…
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has shared her experience with a scammer during her recent birthday celebration. She recently revealed that a vendor ran away with her money after she paid him for several items she planned to use for a giveaway project. Narrating the story via her social media page, Tonto said that she paid the vendor for 12 mobile phones to be used at her event, but the seller disappeared and blocked all communication with her after receiving the money. This is not the first time Tonto has encountered a fraud on the internet. In a different post, the…
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that General Sani Abacha actually tried to kill him after his arrest. He recently revealed that he was not the only one targeted, and General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua and Chief M.K.O. Abiola were potential victims as well. Speaking at Ogbor Uvuru in Aboh Mbaise, Imo State, during the commissioning of the state-of-the-art Assemblies of God Church, christened “The Noah’s Ark,” built and donated by a philanthropist and Kingdom investor, Obioma Success Akagburuonye, Obasanjo shared that he only survived by the special grace of God. According to him, General Sani Abacha went as far as bragging…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and member of the party’s Board of Trustees, Bode George, has blasted Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), for supervising the sealing of the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja. He recently accused Wike of betraying the party that nurtured his political career. Speaking during an interview with Arise TV, Bode shared that Wike’s latest action was both disrespectful and politically dangerous. The PDP chieftain stated that what Wike did can be likened to a man who went ahead to seal off his family house over a matter that…
