August 27, 2024 – Breaking News

Lagos Red Line rail begins free test operations Wednesday

The Lagos Mass Transit Red Line Rail will begin partial operations on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, with free test runs for passengers. The trains will operate four trips daily between…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Metro

Imo Govt moves against developers operating without approval

The Imo State Government has taken action against developers operating without approval, following reports of individuals and companies encroaching on land using the government's name. The Imo State Geographic Information…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Celebrities

Angelique Kidjo announces new collabo with Davido

Beninese singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo has announced a new collaboration with Nigerian artist Davido, titled "Joy". The song is set to release on August 28. Kidjo expressed her gratitude to Davido…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Sports

Former Arsenal goalkeeper, Szczesny announces retirement from football

Former Arsenal goalkeeper, Wojciech Szczesny, has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34. The Poland goalkeeper, who last played for Juventus, made the announcement in a…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Politics

Tinubu to visit China in September -Presidency

President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to visit China in early September to enhance economic collaboration and attract investments to Nigeria. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Politics

PIDOMNigeria arrest: Nigeria risks degenerating into a banana republic – Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has condemned the recurring harassment of journalists in Nigeria by government authorities. He stated that Nigeria risks becoming a…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Metro

Five confirmed dead in fresh Russian attacks on Ukraine

Russia has launched a second consecutive night of airstrikes on Ukraine, resulting in at least five confirmed deaths. The attacks involved various weapon types, including cruise missiles and hypersonic missiles,…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Business

Traders blame high cost of food items in Nigeria on insecurity

Traders at Ose Okwodu Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, have attributed the high cost of food items in Nigeria to the prevailing insecurity in the country. During a visit by…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Celebrities

‘ve been wronged so many times’ – Omah Lay

Nigerian singer Omah Lay has expressed his frustration and hurt over the numerous betrayals he has experienced in his life and career. In a recent post on his social media…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024

Celebrities

[ICYMI] Junior Pope: ‘Forgive me, I’m gradually losing my life’, Adanma Luke pleads with Nigerians

Nollywood actress and producer, Adanma Luke, has apologized to Nigerians for the tragic boat accident that resulted in the deaths of actor Junior Pope and four others. In a video…

Jane Chinecherem August 27, 2024