Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has spoken about how his life might have turned out if he had not chosen music. The Grammy award winner made the revelation during a short exchange with a fan where he reflected on his background in Port Harcourt and the possible choices he could have made outside the entertainment industry. According to the Odogwu crooner, life without music could have pushed him into very different paths. He mentioned that he could have been an oil thief, a fraudster, a suicide bomber, a basketball player, or even a prostitute. He said:…
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Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has dismissed claims that he accepted the Nigeria job for financial gain, insisting he was already earning more in his previous role before making the switch. Eric Chelle, who was appointed in January after leaving Algerian side MC Oran, reportedly earns $50,000 per month with the Nigerian national team. But according to him, his decision to take the role was driven purely by ambition, not money. “When I came to Nigeria, I didn’t come here because of money. I was earning more in my last job,” Chelle told UK-based Nigerian journalist Osasu Obayiuwana during…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the creation of two area commands and the upgrade of five divisions to enhance security in challenging police terrains in Benue State. Naija News reports that the Egbetokun, in a statement through the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated that the strategic adjustment was in furtherance of his commitment to strengthening the country’s internal security architecture. The IGP said the development follows a comprehensive assessment of the security realities within the State, particularly in troubled Local Government Areas where additional deployments and police presence are highly imperative. According to him,…
Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has disclosed how his late father, former governor of Lagos state, Michael Otedola, contributed to his success story. According to Otedola, his father gave him a loan of £250,000, which enabled him to build Zenon Petroleum into one of Nigeria’s most prominent oil trading companies. Otedola disclosed this in his memoir, ‘Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business,’ which was released on August 18 and has already ranked number three on Amazon’s ‘Best Sellers in Business Biographies and Memoirs. ’ The book, which blends personal narrative with business insights, traces his rise from modest…
Oseloka Obi, son of former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, has reacted to recurring allegations about his sexuality. Naija News recalls that photos of Oseloka with a London-based British-Nigerian actor, Kent Okwesa surfaced online, sparking rumours about his alleged identity as a homosexual. In a detailed statement, Oseloka dismissed the allegations as mere gossip and misrepresentation. He explained that his career as an actor often exposes him to diverse roles and friendships, which have repeatedly been twisted into false narratives. He stressed that such stories are distractions from the real issues affecting Nigerians, including insecurity, economic hardship, and corruption.…
Barnsley head coach Conor Hourihane has rubbished rumours suggesting that Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has been sacked by the League One side, insisting the reports are “completely inaccurate.” “Fired? Not heard anything about that. Wide of the mark,” Hourihane said in an interview with BBC Radio when asked about the speculation. Naija News reports that the clarification follows days of speculation linking Kelechi Nwakali with an abrupt exit from Oakwell. Contrary to those claims, Hourihane confirmed that the Super Eagles midfielder remains a Barnsley player under contract until June 30, 2027, though he admitted the former Arsenal youngster is currently…
The United States government has suspended the issuance of work visas for Nigerian and other foreign truck drivers, citing threats to jobs and safety of American citizens. Naija News reports that the announcement was made on Thursday by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who confirmed that the suspension takes immediate effect. According to him, the presence of a growing number of foreign truck drivers on American roads is creating risks while also reducing opportunities for U.S. truckers. “Effective immediately, we are pausing all issuance of worker visas for commercial truck drivers. “The increasing number of foreign drivers operating large tractor-trailer…
Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are set to convene a meeting ahead of the party’s scheduled National Elective Convention scheduled for November in Ibadan, Oyo State. A reliable source within the PDP National Working Committee informed Punch that the PDP Governors’ Forum will convene in Gusau, Zamfara State, this weekend to deliberate on key issues ahead of the convention. According to the source, the governors are expected to arrive in Gusau on Friday, with the main meeting slated for Saturday. The insider revealed that the governors’ discussions would centre on ensuring the smooth conduct of the convention, billed for…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Vice Chairman (North-East), Comrade Mustapha Salihu, has dismissed claims by some northern elites that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has neglected the region. Naija News reports that Salihu, who spoke in an interview with Punch on Monday, described such insinuations as “cheap blackmail,” insisting that the aggrieved voices represent personal interests rather than the collective interest of the North. The APC chieftain accused previous administrations of diverting funds meant for development to serve the same elites now accusing Tinubu of marginalisation. “Our past governments only took care of their interest while our infrastructure development was…
The Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) has dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu and former President, Olusegun Obasanjo supported the Yoruba people against the Hausa and other tribes in the past. Naija News reports that the group clarified on Thursday at a press conference in Ibadan, Oyo State. The OPC’s National Public Relations Officer, Akin Adesina, said the claim was allegedly made by a chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Buba Galadima, during a recent live television programme. According to Adesina, Galadima alleged that some northern groups recruited the late President Muhammadu Buhari into politics because the OPC, between 1999…
