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Prince Tonye Princewill, a movie producer, politician, and philanthropist, has said that fewer Nigerians are willing to sacrifice for the country because they feel the country is not willing to sacrifice for them. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV, Princewill said he often tells young people that one of the qualities they need to work with him is a strong love for Nigeria. “I used to say to them, one of the qualities you need to have to work with me is that you have to be ready to die for Nigeria,” he said. “But compared to 2007 until…
Prince Tonye Princewill, a movie producer, politician, and philanthropist, has said that Nigeria’s main problem is not just about who becomes president but the entire political system. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV, Princewill said that Nigerians often blame their leaders, but the real issue lies deeper. “We Nigerians, we love to complain. When it was Obasanjo, we wanted him out. When it was Goodluck, we wanted him out. When it was Yar’Adua, we wanted him out. When it was Buhari, we wanted him out. Now it’s Tinubu, we want him out as usual,” he said. He explained that…
Napoli have chosen to sign Udinese’s Lorenzo Lucca instead of Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez to complement striker Romelu Lukaku in the team’s attack-line. According to Sky in Italy, the Serie A champions have agreed a deal with Udinese to sign Lucca on loan this summer. The deal also included an obligation to buy the 24-year-old Italian striker. Lucca is viewed as the perfect option to complement Lukaku in Napoli manager Antonio Conte’s squad. Napoli are keen to bolster Conte’s squad this summer transfer window after they win the Serie A title last season. They recently signed the likes of defender Luca…
An atmosphere of fear and uncertainty has gripped residents and business owners in the Ebute Meta area of Lagos State following a series of suspected cult-related attacks that left three people dead within two days. The violent incidents reportedly occurred between Sunday and Monday, resulting in the deaths of three people identified by their nicknames, Agbara, Butcher, and a yet-to-be-identified plumber. According to multiple eyewitnesses, the first killing took place on Sunday along Lagos Street, where Agbara was reportedly ambushed and brutally murdered. Residents discovered his lifeless body later that evening, bearing several deep machete wounds. “I was inside when…
Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel Gapyil, on Tuesday, led principal members of the House to visit the Jebbu Binde village of Ta-Hoss District in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, which was attacked by Fulani militia on Monday night. Gapyil, who spoke to journalists during the visit, said the House decided to embark on the visit to condole with the people as well as have an on-the-spot assessment of the situation on ground. The Speaker said the Assembly will collaborate with the state government to bring to an end the incessant killings of defenceless and innocent…
Governments of Benue, Nasarawa, and Plateau States have pledged to work together through their respective emergency management agencies to end insecurity, especially the persistent herdsmen attacks and killings ravaging the region. The commitment was made during a joint press conference held in Makurdi. Director-General of Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency, Ben Akwash, said he and his Plateau State counterpart, were in Benue to commiserate with the people over the Yelewata massacre, which claimed over 200 lives. “Besides Nasarawa being an immediate neighbour to Benue, both states were under Plateau,” Akwash said. “We are in the state not only to commiserate…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reiterated his administration’s zero tolerance for assaults on officers of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, warning that anyone found guilty of such attacks will face the full weight of the law. The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, gave the assurance on Tuesday at the Second Lagos Traffic Conference, held in celebration of LASTMA’s 25th anniversary. Themed “Enhancing Traffic Efficiency and Safety on Lagos Roads: Challenges, Opportunities, and Innovations,” the conference marked a major milestone for the state agency tasked with managing road traffic. Sanwo-Olu paid tribute…
Criticisms have trailed the remand of a 45-year-old businessman, Archibong Essien in the Afokang Correctional Center in Calabar by a Magistrate Court 1 after exhausting its cause list and risen for the day. The court process happened on Monday July 14, 2025 after the defendant, an indigene of Ikoneto in Odukpani Local Government Area, was brought to court under a remand proceeding by the Commissioner of Police. During proceedings, the prosecuting counsel, Ubi Ofem Esq. prayed the court to remand the defendant pending the advice of the Attorney General of the State. According to the police, the purpose of the…
Acclaimed American musician and actor, David Kaff, has been confirmed dead. Kaff, who is recognised for playing keyboardist Viv Savage in the 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, died on Monday at the age of 79. Announcing his death in a Facebook post, his bandmates from ‘Mutual of Alameda’s Wild Kingdom’ disclosed that Kaff died “in his sleep.” “Our brother David Kaffinetti peacefully passed away in his sleep yesterday. We are devastated by this event. RIP dear brother,” the post stated. DAILY POST reports that after gaining prominence in the 1984 mockumentary, the deceased continued to perform as part of…
Nigerian midfielder Isaac Saviour has joined Egyptian Premier League club Ittihad SC on a free transfer. Saviour penned a two-year contract with the Masters of the City. The attacking midfielder left the eight-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions last month following the expiration of his contract. He spent two years with the Flying Antelopes, winning the NPFL title in his first season at the club. Al Ittihad finished in 15th position in the Egyptian Premier League last season. They have won the Egyptian Cup six times.