Ace singer Adekunle Gold has released the highly anticipated ‘Fuji Xtra’, a 20-track deluxe edition of his sixth studio album ‘Fuji’, adding five new songs. The “Orente” crooner dropped the deluxe edition on Friday on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. The five new tracks include ‘Formation’ featuring Olamide, ‘Shake Shake’ with TML Vibez, ‘Blue Fire’ featuring Simi, and two solo songs: ‘Life of the Faaji’ and ‘I Got Wiser On My Own.’ READ ALSO: Don Jazzy celebrates 14th anniversary of Mavin records ‘Formation’ with Olamide is historic as it marks the first official collaboration…
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Rifkatu Solomon, one of the Chibok girls graduating from the American University of Nigeria (AUN), has praised the Federal Government for supporting their education. Solomon spoke on Friday in Yola during the graduation dinner and awards ceremony for the Class of 2026. She is among 12 Chibok girls graduating in the 2026 class. The girls were among those abducted by Boko Haram insurgents from their school in Chibok, Borno State, on April 14, 2014. Speaking emotionally, Solomon said government support had restored hope and opened a new chapter in their lives. “On behalf of my sisters and myself, I extend…
Some tailors in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, have decried the erratic power supply in the metropolis, saying it is affecting productivity and threatening the survival of their businesses. The tailors, who spoke separately with reporters in Abakaliki on Friday, expressed frustration over persistent electricity outages, which they said have increased operational costs and reduced their income. Mr. Ifeanyi Oken, an executive member of the Tailors Association, lamented the high cost of running tailoring businesses due to reliance on generators. “Many tailoring outfits can no longer meet customers’ demands, while some operators are phasing out or struggling to stay in…
Nigeria has urged member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to adopt innovative measures to tackle the multi-dimensional challenges facing the sub-region. The Nigerian delegation to the ECOWAS Parliament, led by Sen. Jibrin Barau, Deputy President of the Senate, made the call while presenting Nigeria’s Country Report on Friday in Abuja. The report, presented by MP Abiante Awaji-Inombek during the parliament’s First Ordinary Session for 2026, reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to regional cohesion and the bloc’s progress. “Nigeria remains committed to addressing these challenges and supporting regional cohesion to move the ECOWAS community forward,” the report stated.…
Police operatives and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) have uncovered an examination malpractice syndicate during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Warri, Delta State. Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, disclosed the breakthrough on Friday during a news conference in Abuja. Placid said investigators acted on credible intelligence that exposed attempts by criminal elements to compromise the examination through advanced technological manipulation. “The operation began after intelligence revealed coordinated efforts targeting examination systems,” he told journalists. He said the offenders allegedly gained unauthorised remote access to candidates’ computer terminals while the examination was ongoing. “Digital…
The Defence Headquarters says troops have neutralised scores of terrorists, arrested dozens of criminal suspects, and rescued over 50 kidnapped victims in nationwide operations between April 30 and May 7. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. Onoja said troops recorded significant successes in the North-East under Operation HADIN KAI, where several terrorists were neutralised, abducted civilians were rescued, and insurgent attacks were repelled — including a foiled assault on troops in Magumeri, Borno State. He added that some insurgents surrendered, while logistics suppliers and collaborators were apprehended, indicating…
Michael Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, founder and CEO of Mavin Records, has expressed gratitude to fans for their support as he marked the label’s 14th anniversary. The music executive took to social media to celebrate the milestone, stating that the label remains focused on building for the future. Don Jazzy could not hide his joy as he reflected on the remarkable growth Mavin Records has achieved over the past 14 years. He expressed appreciation to fans, partners, and the wider music community for their immense support in the label’s development. “14 years later and we are still building…
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has said that the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) will be incomplete without consideration for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The CCD’s Acting Director, Mr. Godwin Unumeri, stated this at an advocacy workshop on the inclusion of PWDs in the PIA benefit structures in the Niger Delta region. The workshop was organised in Owerri on Friday by the Centre with support from the Ford Foundation. Unumeri, who was represented by the Centre’s Finance and Administration Manager, Mrs. Florence Austin, said the Act was necessitated by the need to include oil-producing communities in…
The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has commenced medical evaluations for its personnel to assess their health, mental well-being, and stress levels. Speaking at the commencement ceremony on Friday in Abuja, the Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the FCT, Ahmed Sanusi, said the medical evaluation would be a continuous exercise throughout his tenure. “I want to ensure that our officers are routinely checked, and I also want to advise them to undergo such tests in their private capacities. “However, as an institution, this medical evaluation of personnel will be a continuous exercise throughout my tenure…
Fans and industry stakeholders have continued to celebrate Davido’s 15th anniversary in the music industry, praising his consistency, resilience, and massive impact on Afrobeats. The singer, fondly called ‘OBO’, marked the milestone by sharing a post on his X page, writing: “God is the best of all planners! 15 years in da game.” The post has since attracted widespread accolades from fans and music lovers worldwide, with many commending his devotion, achievements, and contributions to the global growth of Afrobeats. READ ALSO: Carter Efe defeats Portable to win celebrity boxing title Fans highlighted how his music has transcended borders, united…