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President Bola Tinubu has celebrated Nigerian women for their resilience, hard work, and achievements in celebration of the 2025 International Women’s Day. In a post on his X handle on Saturday, he said, “Happy International Women’s Day To our mothers, daughters, sisters—your strength fuels Nigeria’s future. Together, we rise!.” This year has its theme tagged “Accelerate action.” as Nigeria joins the rest of the world to celebrate women’s strength, resilience, and achievements of all women and girls across Nigeria and the world. PUNCH Online reports that the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, honoured women globally for their resilience, hard work,…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, the Step Up for Women in Journalism Initiative has called for safer spaces and protection for women in journalism. While reiterating the group’s commitment to promoting excellence among female journalists in the Niger Delta region, SWIJ also advised women to invest in themselves to be positioned to contribute significantly to the development of society and the world at large. This call was made in a statement signed by the Executive Director of SWIJ, Ann Godwin to mark this year’s International Women’s Day, themed ‘Accelerate Action.’ PUNCH Healthwise reports that International Women’s…

Seyi Vibez is kicking off the year with a brand-new EP, “Children of Africa“. It’s his first project of 2025, and as always, he’s coming in strong. The four-track EP packs in everything fans love about his sound, from street-hop to emotion and that spiritual touch he’s known for. This time, he’s got a surprise in the mix. One of the tracks, “Macho”, features American rapper NLE Choppa. The rest, “Mario Kart“, “Shaolin“, and “Happy Song“, stay true to Seyi’s signature style. Speaking of switching things up, Seyi Vibez has also been rocking a bold new look. Platinum blonde hair,…

Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami has admitted to a change of heart regarding Eric Chelle’s appointment as Super Eagles head coach, revealing the Franco-Malian’s detailed plan to transform the team, Soccernet.ng reports. Odegbami, a key figure in Nigeria’s 1980 Africa Cup of Nations triumph, was initially among those critical of the Nigeria Football Federation’s decision to hire Eric Chelle. The 46-year-old became the first non-Nigerian African coach to take charge of the three-time AFCON winners when he was appointed in January, a decision that caught many by surprise. Chelle, a former Mali international, had an unremarkable playing career and had…

Amidst growing concerns over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa West has taken a proactive step in seeking a resolution. Following the contentious decision that saw Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan suspended for six months, Senator Dickson has positioned himself as a mediator, advocating for a reconsideration of the punitive measures imposed by the Senate. Dickson, a seasoned lawmaker known for his diplomatic engagements, clarified that he was not part of the decision-making process that led to the suspension, as he was attending a three-day workshop on the Tax Reform Bills. He expressed…

20 mins ago Amidst growing concerns over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa West has taken a proactive step in seeking a resolution. Following the contentious decision that saw Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan suspended for six months, Senator Dickson has positioned himself as a mediator, advocating for a reconsideration of the… 28 mins ago The Taraba State Police Command said they have apprehended a suspect in possession of an AK-47 rifle and 25 rounds of live ammunition. In a statement issued by the Command, officers from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), led…

The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a stern warning to roadside preachers using loudspeakers in public spaces, particularly markets, accusing them of causing noise pollution and disturbing residents. Soludo stated that anyone caught violating the noise pollution order would face a ₦500,000 fine. A viral video circulating on social media on Saturday shows the governor warning an unidentified roadside preacher at a market to stop disrupting traders with his preaching. He advised the preacher to either preach in a church or rent an open field, adding that those interested in listening would seek him out there. Addressing…

Genk head coach, Thorsten Fink, has revealed Nigerian winger, Yira Collins Sor, is in contention to feature for his side this weekend after a lengthy injury spell, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old had scored one goal and provided four assists in five assists for the Belgian Pro League leaders before he sustained a muscle injury in the early days of December last year. After nearly three months out, the former Nigeria U-20 international is set to return to action for the Smurfs ahead of their league clash against FCV Denver EH. Sor Yira, midfielder, during the Jupiler Pro League match between…

A former lawmaker, Senator Ayodele Arise, has declared that every beautiful woman is subject to sexual gestures anywhere in the world. Arise said while speaking on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment allegation against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio on Arise TV Morning Show programme on Saturday. According to him, the matters should have better been handled properly by both parties rather than making the matter a national issue amidst pressing needs in the country. The former senator who represented Ekiti North Senatorial District between 2007 and 2011 stressed that there is sympathy towards women when sexual harassment claims occur. He said,…

Gift Habib The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, on Friday, marked International Women’s Day in Abuja with a focus on empowerment and equality, celebrating the contributions of women globally. The event was themed “Her Story and Future,” aligning with this year’s United Nations IWD theme, “For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment,” which also commemorates the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Yu Dunhai, reflected on the progress women have made over the past three decades in fields such as politics, economics, technology, and culture. Dunhai noted that…