A member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Ushie Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, has apologised for her recent remarks describing Lagos as a “smelling state.” Raye sparked controversy after posting a video on TikTok, where she criticised President Bola Tinubu over the economic situation and expressed her displeasure …

By Ekpenyong Emmanuel A devastating pipeline explosion has occurred in Omawariwa community, Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, marking the second such incident in the region within a 24-hour period. The blast, which took place at a pipeline manifold, sent massive flames and thick smoke billowing into the air, …

By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has expressed deep concerns over the devastating impact of corruption on Nigeria’s global image. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, emphasized that corruption has significantly damaged the country’s reputation, citing high-profile cases involving former governors James Ibori, Joshua Dariye, and the late …

By Ekpenyong Emmanuel Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a 30-day halt on strikes against Ukrainian energy targets, following a phone call with US President Donald Trump. The Kremlin announced that Putin had given the order to the Russian military, citing a need for a wider truce. However, Putin …