Author: Khadijah Olowode
One of the accused persons standing trial in the alleged bid to violently topple the government of President Bola Tinubu, Zekeri Umoru, has admitted that he got involved in the coup plot in 2025 right inside the Presidential Villa. Umoru, the fourth accused person and an employee in the maintenance department at the Presidential Villa, working with Julius Berger Nigeria, said he was co-opted into the coup plot by one Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, attached to the Presidential Clinic. In a recorded video of his extra-judicial statement made in respect of the coup plot, Umoru narrated how his contact with individuals…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has celebrated the birth of his triplet sons, describing the moment as a life-changing blessing that has filled him with overwhelming joy and gratitude. The actor shared the news on Wednesday, 6 May, 2026 via his Instagram page, where he reflected on the experience of becoming a father to three boys and witnessing his wife embrace motherhood. Adedimeji, who is married to actress Adebimpe Oyebade, popularly known as Mo Bimpe, said the past few weeks had transformed his life in profound ways. “The past few weeks changed me forever. I’ve held greatness…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has warned against the continued closure of schools due to insecurity, declaring that the trend poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s education system and long-term national stability. He gave the warning on Wednesday,6 May, 2026 in Abuja during the first triennial meeting of the Nigerian Inter-Religious Council, held under the theme, “Religious Literacy for National Cohesion.” According to a statement by his Media Aide, Yomi Odunuga, the SGF stressed that shutting down schools in unsafe areas not only disrupts learning but also deepens the country’s education…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The House of Representatives has faulted the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over persistently poor telecom services nationwide, accusing the regulator of weak oversight and failure to enforce service standards on operators. The lawmakers took the position on Wednesday, 6 May, 2026 in Abuja while adopting a motion of urgent public importance moved by Ahmadu Jaha, who represents Chibok/Damboa/Gwoza Federal Constituency of Borno State, citing worsening cases of dropped calls, slow data speeds and failed message delivery across networks. Leading the debate, Jaha stressed that telecommunications remain central to Nigeria’s economy and daily life; however, he lamented…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency, Zubaida Umar, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to proactive disaster management, emphasising strengthened collaboration with key institutions and stakeholders to enhance risk mitigation and community resilience across Nigeria. Umar made this known on Monday, 4 May, 2026, while receiving a delegation from the Simulation and Crisis Management Directorate of the Department of State Services during a working visit to NEMA headquarters in Abuja, where discussions centred on improving preparedness, simulation planning and coordinated emergency response nationwide. She explained that the agency is intensifying efforts to adopt a proactive,…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency has raised fresh concerns over deceptive pricing practices among businesses, warning that hidden charges and misleading price claims are eroding consumer trust and violating established laws in the state. The agency’s General Manager, Afolabi Solebo, issued the warning on Monday, 4 May, 2026.stressing that the trend where goods and services are advertised at attractive rates but attract additional costs at the point of purchase has become increasingly prevalent, prompting regulatory attention and enforcement measures. Solebo explained that such practices undermine transparency and infringe on consumers’ rights, noting that all advertised…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Nigeria’s Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has raised fresh concerns over the limited access to credit for women-owned businesses, revealing that more than 80 per cent operate without formal financing, a gap she warned continues to constrain inclusive economic growth. She made this known recently while addressing stakeholders, highlighting how systemic barriers have kept a significant portion of Nigeria’s productive population outside formal financial systems. Consequently, she noted that despite women accounting for about 50 per cent of the population and contributing over 40 per cent of the agricultural labour force, many…
The construction work on the 1.2-kilometre Kaa-Ataba Bridge in Rivers State, being undertaken by the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has reached an advanced stage and is expected to be delivered soon. Speaking at the Project site, the Managing Director of the construction firm, Engineer Christian Emeozor, described the multi-billion-naira project as ambitious and impactful, linking the Khana Local Government Area to the Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. Emeozor assured that his company was making every effort to complete the job expeditiously. He noted that irregular tidal waves had hampered the delivery of construction materials to the site…
Founder of CNN, Ted Turner is dead. He died peacefully on Wednesday, 6 May, 2026, surrounded by family, according to a statement from Turner Enterprises. Turner, born in Ohio and later based in Atlanta, built a media business that included a cable superstation, film and cartoon channels, and professional sports teams such as the Atlanta Braves. He was also known for his work as a yachtsman, philanthropist and conservationist, including efforts to reintroduce bison to parts of the United States. He founded the United Nations Foundation and supported campaigns against nuclear weapons. He also created the “Captain Planet” cartoon to…