Author: Akintayo Adams

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti, has revealed that his wife’s allowance is the most challenging thing in their marriage. The Anikulapo-Kuti dynasty descendant made this known during their interview on Pulse Fun Facts, where couples asked questions from each other regarding their union. Seun’s wife, Yetunde Kuti, asked, “What is most challenging thing you have endured in our relationship?” In response, the singer explained that his wife’s monthly allowance is very high, stressing how hard it is to put the funds together. “My wife’s allowance is very high. Seven figures monthly. That’s challenging because I have to work so hard…

President William Samoei Arap Ruto has accused the Ford Foundation, an American private foundation, of sponsoring violence during the anti-government protests. Ruto, who was in Nakuru on Monday claimed that the Foundation hired goons to cause mayhem during the protests which led to the destruction of property and looting of businesses. “Nataka niulize watu wa Ford Foundation watuambie hio pesa wanatoa, wanatoa ifanye fujo ndio wapate faida gani?” he said in Swahili. When translated, it means “I want to ask the people of the Ford Foundation to tell us the money they are giving, they are giving it to make…

The Federal Government has launched the Presidential Food Systems Coordination Unit (PFSCU) to address the current challenges in the country. During the inauguration at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized that this initiative is part of the government’s ongoing strategy to combat hunger and food insecurity. The presidency has also involved states, development partners, and other key stakeholders in collaborative efforts to mitigate the impact of high commodity prices and ensure food stability. Speaking to an audience including governors, cabinet ministers, and representatives of development partners, Shettima underscored the severity of the food security crisis, urging…

President Bola Tinubu is currently chairing the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa Abuja. The meeting, which began at noon, is anticipated to make decisions regarding key sectors of the Nigerian economy. A majority of the ministers who constitute the cabinet members are in attendance. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Five residents of Yangoji in the Kwali area council of the Federal Capital Territory have reportedly been abducted by Kidnappers. It was also said that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Musa Majaga was shot. A resident of Yangoji, simply identified as Abdullahi, said the incident happened on Monday, around 12:23 am when the kidnappers invaded the APC chieftain’s house in the area, according to a Daily Trust report. “You know the kidnappers took advantage after they got information that vigilantes were short of cartridges. They then struck and abducted five people. We have not witnessed any…

Nigeria’s inflation rate rose to 34.19% in June 2024. This is according to a National Statistics Bureau (NBS) data released on Monday July 15, 2024. In May, the headline inflation stood at 33.95% and this represents an increase of 0.24%. On a year-on-year basis, the headline inflation rate was 11.40 percentage points higher than the rate recorded in June 2023, which was 22.79 percent. This indicates that the headline inflation rate (year-on-year basis) rose in June 2024 compared to the same month in the previous year (i.e., June 2023). Additionally, on a month-on-month basis, the headline inflation rate in June…

Ralf Schumacher, brother of the renowned Michael Schumacher, has publicly announced that he is gay. He shared this news in an emotional social media post, featuring a photo of himself and his partner standing arm-in-arm and gazing out at the sea. It said: “The most beautiful thing in life is when you have the right partner by your side with whom you can share everything.” His post was met with plenty of positive reaction online, including German actress Carmen Geiss who shared her message of support for Schumacher and his partner, Etienne. She said: “I LOVE YOU BOTH SO MUCH.…

Kenyan police announced on Monday that they had apprehended a suspect following the grim discovery of nine mutilated bodies in a Nairobi garbage dump. The suspect was described as a “serial killer.” In a statement, the head of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin confirmed the arrest of the suspect. “We have this morning arrested a prime suspect. “The suspect confessed to have lured, killed and disposed of 42 female bodies at the dumping site. “We are dealing with a serial killer, a psychopathic serial killer who has no respect for human life.” “We have a second suspect who…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Idris Ajimobi as his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Livestock Development (Office of the President). This was contained in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, the Presidential Mouthpiece. “The President seeks to harness and develop Nigeria’s agricultural potential, including the animal husbandry ecosystem, to spur sustainable economic growth, create industries and jobs, and eradicate violent conflicts between farmers and herders over time,” Ngelale said. “The President expects efficient coordination and liaison on matters relating to this critical sector.” Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Colorado health authorities announced on Sunday that four confirmed cases of H5N1 bird flu have been reported among poultry workers, with a fifth suspected case currently under investigation. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the four cases and is assisting with further investigation. The state’s public health department reported that the fifth worker’s samples tested presumptively positive at the state laboratory and have been sent to the CDC for confirmation. While the infected workers exhibited mild symptoms such as conjunctivitis and respiratory issues, none required hospitalization. The CDC has cautioned that human infections with H5N1 avian…