Author: Akintayo Adams

Popular Nigerian rapper Phyno recently shared the reason behind his choice to rap in Igbo. Speaking on the ‘In My Opinion’ podcast, he revealed that he initially started rapping in English. However, he decided to switch to his native dialect to stand out and offer something unique to the global audience. Phyno emphasized that he wanted to represent his culture and incorporate his highlife-influenced upbringing into his music. This decision has allowed him to carve out a distinctive identity in the music industry and connect deeply with his roots. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google News online channel

President Bola Tinubu is set to leave Abuja on Sunday to attend the 19th meeting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This marks a significant moment as Nigeria continues to strengthen its international relations and economic partnerships. The summit, which will take place from Monday, November 18 to Tuesday, November 19, will bring together leaders from the world’s top 20 economies, including the European Union, the African Union, and various multilateral financial institutions. The theme for this year’s meeting is “Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet,” with discussions focusing on the fight against hunger…

During his visit to the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed President Bola Tinubu as “Ore mi.” Before delivering his remarks in Hindi, Modi referred to Tinubu, saying, “His Excellency, my friend, ore mi…” The phrase “Ore mi,” which is Yoruba for “my friend,” delighted many Nigerians and highlighted the friendly rapport between the two leaders. Modi’s use of the local language was seen as a gesture of goodwill and respect, further strengthening the diplomatic ties between India and Nigeria. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

A Nigerian woman recently sparked a lot of discussion online after sharing her readiness for marriage without dating. In a video posted on TikTok, she explained that she finds the “talking stage” intimidating and prefers to skip it altogether. Instead, she suggested that her potential partner should go directly to her parents for approval. Her statement: “The talking stage scares me because, at the end of the day, they’re just going to be asking questions, and you spend 2-3 months talking to that particular person only to find out that you guys are not compatible.” “Then you realize the person…

The people of Ondo State have elected Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa as their Governor, pending an official declaration. The incumbent governor, representing the APC, secured a victory with 366,781 votes, defeating PDP’s Agboola Ajayi who received 117,845 votes. Nejo Adeyemi (ADC) placed third in the race with 4,138 votes, while Mimiko Olubansile Abbas (ZLP), the younger brother of former Governor Olusegun Mimiko, pulled 2,692 votes. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google News online channel.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. President honoured the Indian Prime Minister at an ongoing meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting is part of the activities marking the State visit of the Prime Minister. Earlier, President Tinubu welcomed the Indian leader with the Indian Anthem, which was followed by a Guard of Honour, mounted by Brigade of Guards. They also rendered the Nigerian Anthem and led the visiting leader in inspection of the mounted parade. The visit is the first by…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the ongoing Ondo State gubernatorial election, is maintaining a substantial lead as the results collation nears completion. According to figures released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Aiyedatiwa has amassed 301,113 votes, significantly outpacing Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who has garnered 97,051 votes. The 204,062 vote difference highlights the APC’s strong performance in the election thus far. Results from three Local Government Areas (LGAs) are still pending, with the collation process continuing at INEC’s office in Akure, the state capital. The process began at 12:35…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Nigeria, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the West African nation in 17 years. The visit is part of a three-nation tour that includes stops in Brazil and Guyana. Upon his arrival in Abuja, Prime Minister Modi was warmly welcomed by Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu and other dignitaries. The Nigerian Minister for the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, presented Modi with the symbolic “Key to the City” of Abuja, signifying the trust and honor bestowed upon him by the people of Nigeria. The visit aims to strengthen the…

The World Bank has recently uncovered $32 million in unaccounted funds in Nigeria’s water project. This revelation was part of the bank’s FY2024 Sanctions System Annual Report, which highlighted discrepancies in the funds intended to bolster Nigeria’s water infrastructure. The missing funds prompted the World Bank to take swift action to safeguard the project’s integrity. The bank engaged with Nigeria’s task team leader, operations manager, and financial management specialist to address the issue Consequently, the World Bank has requested the Central Bank of Nigeria to reimburse $22 million, while $6 million remains in the project account to cover anticipated operational…

The Egbeda Community Football Association’s eagerly awaited end-of-the-year soccer competition commenced with a series of exhilarating matches that captivated local football fans. The competition began with AANNS FC facing CF Valencia in a closely contested match. AANNS FC emerged victorious with a 4-3 win in a nail-biting encounter that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Meanwhile, Rangers FC, despite being reduced to 10 men, delivered a commanding performance against T&T FC. The Rangers dominated the field, securing a 3-0 victory and showcasing their tactical prowess. In another dramatic match, St Mary FC saw their…