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Okpebholo Commissions Road Maintenance Equipment, Reaffirms Commitment to Infrastructure Development

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Monday Okpebholo has reassured residents of his administration’s commitment to improving living standards and infrastructure across the state with the commissioning of newly procured road maintenance equipment. The governor made this known during the commissioning ceremony held at the Edo State Ministry of Works along Sapele Road, Benin City. Okpebholo noted that for many years residents of Edo State have suffered […]

Doja Cat Defends Opera and Ballet After Timothée Chalamet Remarks

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Singer Doja Cat has responded to comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet about opera and ballet, defending the centuries-old art forms. In a TikTok video, the hip-hop star criticized Chalamet for claiming that “no one cares about [opera or ballet] anymore.” She highlighted that opera has existed for over 400 years and ballet for around 500, emphasizing that performances continue to attract […]

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Reportedly Wounded Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, has reportedly sustained injuries during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to Iranian state media. The 56-year-old cleric succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, following the latter’s death in a major strike on Tehran. State broadcasters described him as a “janbaz,” a Persian term for someone wounded […]

Iranian Women’s Football Team Faces Possible Harsh Repercussions After Asian Cup Exit

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Members of the Iranian women’s national football team may face severe consequences after their 2-0 defeat to the Philippines on Sunday, March 8, which ended their Women’s Asian Cup campaign. The situation has raised concerns about the players’ safety under Iran’s strict political climate. The tournament was already fraught with controversy, as the team reportedly […]

Adamawa Governor Imposes 24-Hour Curfew in Lamurde LGA Amid Renewed Violence

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has imposed a 24-hour curfew on Lamurde Local Government Area following renewed violent attacks across several communities. The directive, announced in Yola by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, takes immediate effect. Authorities said the recent unrest has claimed several lives and constitutes a serious breakdown of […]

Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions Following Iran’s Appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Khamenei, successor to the late Ali Khamenei, reinforced the hardline leadership in Tehran, raising concerns over prolonged disruption of the Strait of Hormuz—a vital shipping corridor for about 15 million barrels of crude daily, nearly 20% of global supply.Price Movements: The spike follows escalating attacks on energy infrastructure across the region. Bahrain accused Iran of […]

Rotimi Amaechi Accuses Tinubu Government of Fear Ahead of 2027 Election

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, has claimed that the current administration under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is “afraid” of opposition parties as Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election. Speaking to journalists, Amaechi, who has indicated his intention to run for president in 2027, said the APC-led government is in “panic mode,” attempting to distract […]

Daniel Etim Effiong Sparks Debate Saying He Loves His Wife More Than His Children

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Nollywood actor Daniel Etim Effiong has sparked conversations after revealing the depth of his love for his wife during a recent podcast on Mansplation. Asked whether his love for his wife is the greatest he has experienced, Effiong stated candidly, “I love my wife more than I love my children.” The actor’s comment has since drawn mixed reactions online, […]