Author: Akintayo Adams

Idowu Iluyomade, a former pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has opened his own church following his suspension from the RCCG. The new church, named “Family Fellowship,” is located in the Victoria Island area of Lagos. Videos from his Sunday service have surfaced online, showing Iluyomade and his members dancing and celebrating during the service. Iluyomade was suspended in June 2024 after facing public criticism over his wife’s extravagant 60th birthday party, which took place shortly after the tragic death of prominent church member Herbert Wigwe. The RCCG Governing Council replaced him with Pastor Charles Kpandei and…

Nigeria’s electricity exports have reached a value of $112 million. This was made known in a recent data from the International Trade Centre. As of January 18, 2025, Nigeria is exporting electricity to two neighboring African nations: the Republic of Benin and Niger. Exports to Benin amounted to $66 million, with a potential export value of $82 million, leaving an unrealized potential of $16 million. Similarly, electricity exports to Niger were valued at $46 million, with a potential for $51 million in exports, leaving an unrealized potential of $4.1 million. While the export data indicates growth in the sector, concerns…

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to sign over 200 executive orders on his first day in office. Speaking at a victory rally in Washington, D.C., Trump outlined his plans to act swiftly on a wide range of issues, including immigration, border security, and environmental regulations. He emphasized the need to reverse many of the policies implemented by the previous administration and set the country on a new course. Trump’s ambitious agenda includes mass deportations, the construction of the U.S.-Mexico border wall, and the elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies from the military. He also promised to address…

TikTok has announced that it is restoring its services in the United States after a brief shutdown. The video-sharing app went dark on Saturday evening due to a Supreme Court ruling that upheld a law requiring its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to divest from TikTok or face a nationwide ban. However, following assurances from President-elect Donald Trump that service providers would face no penalties, TikTok has resumed operations. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

A 3-1 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford condemned Manchester United to their fourth defeat in six Premier League matches on Sunday. After fighting back to cancel out Yankuba Minteh’s early opener via a Bruno Fernandes penalty, United went into the halftime interval with their tails up. However, they were second best in the second half, conceding efforts from Kaoru Mitoma and substitute Georginio Rutter after Joao Pedro had seen a goal chalked off after a VAR check. United have now lost four of their last five Premier League matches at Old Trafford, conceding 12 goals in the process. The…

Gunmen attacked the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Eagle Parish in Idiroko, Ogun State, during a service on Sunday, killing a 54-year-old Prophet, Yomi Adetula. The attackers, who appeared to target Adetula specifically, shot him and then mutilated his head with an axe. Police confirmed the incident and have launched an investigation to apprehend the suspects. “Police officers raced to the scene and saw on Yomi Adetula, ‘M’, aged 54 years lifeless in the pool of blood which stained his white celestial garment lying face up. “On careful observation, his body was riddled with bullets and his head was not…

A 26-year-old nursing student, Esther Onyinyechi Uzodinma, has been nabbed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in an attempt to smuggle 76 wraps of cocaine to India. Esther, a second-year student at Noida International University in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested at Royal Park Hotel in Sabon Gari, Kano, just hours before her scheduled Qatar Airways flight to Delhi on January 17, 2025. This information was revealed in a statement by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, and published on the agency’s website on Sunday. The statement read, “An attempt by 26-year-old Esther Onyinyechi Uzodinma, a…

Shooting Stars have secured the signing of Nzediegwu Charles ahead of the season’s second half. Nzediegwu, who joins the Oluyole Warriors from Nasarawa United, has inked a one-and-a-half-year contract with Gbenga Ogunbote’s squad. The 28-year-old forward made five league appearances for Nasarawa United before this transfer. At Shooting Stars, he will compete with Samuel Ayanrinde, Mustapha Adams, and Joshua Akpan for a starting position. Nzediegwu brings a wealth of experience, having previously played for Enyimba and Abia Warriors. Notably, he won the NPFL title with Enyimba during the 2022/2023 season. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online…

Nutrition experts have raised concerns about microwaving food in plastic containers, warning that it could expose consumers to harmful chemicals that may increase the risk of cancer. These chemicals, such as bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, can leach into food when heated, posing health risks including endocrine disruption, fertility issues, and metabolic disorders. The experts emphasized that while some plastic containers are labeled as “microwave-safe,” this designation only refers to their ability to withstand heat, not their safety for human health. How to safely store and reheat food Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

TikTok has voluntarily shut down its services in the United States after a Supreme Court ruling upheld a law requiring its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to divest from TikTok or face a nationwide ban. The app is no longer available in the Apple and Google app stores, and users in the U.S. are greeted with a message stating that TikTok is not accessible due to the enacted law. The Biden administration has indicated that enforcement of the law will be left to the incoming Trump administration, which has suggested a possible 90-day extension to allow TikTok to find a solution.…