Tunisian Presidential Candidate Ayachi Zammel Jailed for Certificate Forgery Days Before Election
Just days before Tunisia’s highly anticipated presidential election, candidate Ayachi Zammel has been dealt a severe blow, sentenced to prison on charges of...
Akwa Ibom State First Lady, Patience Umo Eno Is Dead
The Government of Akwa Ibom State has announced the passing of Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, the Wife of the Executive Governor, Pastor Umo Eno. In a...
Olumide Akpata Accuses Labour Party Members of Selling Votes in Edo State Election
In the aftermath of the recently concluded Edo State governorship election, Labour Party candidate Olumide Akpata has leveled accusations of voter fraud within his own...
EFCC Files Fresh N110.4 Billion Fraud Charges Against Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello
The EFCC has filed new charges against Yahaya Bello, alleging his involvement in a fraud amounting to N110.4 billion On Wednesday, a charge was submitted to a federal...
#FearlessInOctober: Arewa Youths Says No Going Back, Vows to Protest Tinubu’s Economic Policies, Demands Urgent Reversal
The Arewa Youth Ambassadors, representing a significant coalition of northern youths, have declared their unwavering support for the upcoming #FearlessInOctober...
Social Critic Oluwaseyifunbi Oyetunbi Questions Integrity of Nigeria’s Justice System Amid Bobrisky Allegations
In light of the recent allegations surrounding Crossdresser Bobrisky’s alleged bribery of officials to serve prison time outside of correctional facilities, social...
ASUU Issues 14-Day Strike Ultimatum Over Unpaid Salaries, IPPIS, and 2009 Agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding the resolution of long-standing issues, some dating as...
Police Crack Down on Political Thugs, Seize Weapons in Overnight Raids Ahead of Edo Gubernatorial Elections
Few hours before the commencement of Edo State governorship elections, the Nigeria Police Force arrested two political thugs and recovered firearms in overnight raids...
Petrol Price Renders N70,000 Minimum Wage Useless – NLC
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) said on Thursday that it will meet with the federal government to discuss ways that workers could weather the recent increase in the...
Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland Gani Adams Slams Tinubu’s Policies, Condemns Fuel Costs, Economic Hardships
Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has publicly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s policies, specifically condemning the rising fuel costs and economic...
Outraged Parents Protest 200% Hike in Lagos Model College Boarding Fees from N35,000 to N100,000
In response to a significant increase in boarding fees at Lagos State Model Senior College, parents of students have banded together in protest, calling for a reversal...
VeryDarkMan Slams Lord’s Chosen Church Over Controversial Testimonies, Says Nonsense Needs to Stop
Nigerian social Critic Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has expressed his intent to sue the Lord’s Chosen Church over its members’ controversial...
More Woes as NNPC Announces Nationwide Petrol Price Hike, Lagos N950/L, Borno N1019/L
The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation NNPC has announced an increase in petrol pump price. This was made known in a statement released in the wee hours of today...
Lagos State Government Hikes Public School Boarding Fees From N35,000 to N100,000 Per Term
The Lagos State Government has announced a significant increase in boarding fees for public schools across the state. The new fee, set at N100,000 per term, marks a...
Jide Badmus on the Essential Bond Between Writer and Reader
A conversation with Jide Badmus The cycle of writing isn’t complete if no reader exists. – Jide Badmus In an interview with PurpleWorld correspondent Grace...
An Exploration of Single Mothers’ Unrelenting Labour and Challenges
A Personal Account. Reflecting on memories and the circumstance that led to the birth of her 17 years old son, Temitope, who resides in Ibadan, Oyo state, was glad that...
A Cultural Exploration of Life, Death, and Celebration in Indonesia’s Unique Tradition
The inevitability of death makes burial rites and ritual ceremonies common practices in various cultures around the world. From very remote socities to the very advanced...
Ajuri Ngelale Steps Down as Tinubu’s Spokesperson
Ajuri Ngelale, who served as President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, has resigned from his position, effective immediately. This was made...
NLC Slams Tinubu for Deceit and Betrayal Amidst Soaring Petrol Prices
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has accused President Bola Tinubu of betraying the labour movement and Nigerians at large following the recent hike in petrol prices...
Mindful Learning: A Peaceful Path to Better Focus and Less Stress in Schools
In an age overrun by distractions, it is important to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of paying keen attention to the present moments without judgment....
Nigerian Government Issues One-Month Ultimatum for Traders to Slash Prices Nationwide
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has given a one-month moratorium to traders and other market stakeholders involved in pricing to...
NFF Appoints Bruno Labbadia as New Super Eagles Head Coach
The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men...
Take It Back Movement Condemns Tinubu Government’s Repression of Protesters and Journalists, Calls for Accountability and Respect for Democratic Values
The Take It Back Movement is deeply concerned by the recent wave of abductions and persecutions targeting activists and journalists in Nigeria, including Michael Lenin,...
Introducing Willion Web
At willion web, they live by action, progress, and growth. As a dynamic startup, they have already accomplished significant milestones, yet their hunger for more remains...
Minors Arrested During Kano #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Protests Released on Bail
Several minors detained during the recent #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests in Kano State have been granted bail. According to reports, the young persons were released...
Four Farmers Killed in Borno Border Town
In a deplorable act of violence, suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists ambushed and killed four innocent farmers in Kerawa, a border community in Gwoza Local Government...
The Unfinished Business of Atlantic Slavery, Written by Temitope Maberu-Fagunwa
August marks a period of global remembrance of the Middle Passage. The vicious Atlantic Slavery spawned a traumatic slave-syndrome sickness that has been in transmission...
Charge #EndSARS Protesters or Face Legal Consequences by August 25, Falana to Police
Renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana has issued a firm warning to the Nigerian Police, demanding that the police should charge the #EndSARS protesters currently held...
Woman Sets Herself on Fire After Divorce
Fatsuma Bagobiri, a 40-year-old resident of Jigawa State’s Guri Local Government Area, took her own life by self-immolation after her marriage ended in divorce....
Charge #EndSARS Protesters or Face Legal Consequences by August 25, Falana to Police
Renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana has issued a firm warning to the Nigerian Police, demanding that the police should charge the #EndSARS protesters currently held...
UNN First Class Graduate Shares Secrets to Academic Success with PurpleWorld
In a recent interview with PurpleWorld Correspondent Sarah Adeyemo, a first-class graduate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, shared valuable insights on achieving...
Controversial Award to Ineffective Chairman by Unpatriotic University of Abuja SUG Leadership Betrays Gwagwalada Residents – Manasseh B.P
In recent developments, the decision to honor the least effective chairman with an award of excellence has sparked outrage among the residents of Gwagwalada. This...
Nationwide Petrol Scarcity Worsens, Prices Skyrocket Past N900, N1,000 Per Litre
The ongoing petrol scarcity that initially surfaced in Lagos and Abuja over a month ago has now spread to various parts of the country, causing significant distress...
NDLEA Commandant Proposes Mandatory Drug Testing for University Admission
Hajia Fatima Abiola-Popoola, Commandant of the Kwara State chapter of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has put forward a proposal that calls for...
High Costs Lead to Tragedy: Mother and Five Children Die After Eating Local Delicacy Prepared with Expired Cassava Flour
In a tragic incident, Alhaqatu Abdulkarim and her five children lost their lives after eating Danwake, a traditional Hausa dish, in Karkari village, Gwarzo Local...
Over 100 APC Members Defect from Party, Cite Tinubu’s Failure to Address Hunger and Hardship
Citing concerns over the hunger and hardship they attribute to President Tinubu’s administration, more than 100 former APC members in Benin City’s Oredo Ward...
The Sentinelese: A Story of Isolation and Survival
The Sentinelese are the most isolated tribe in the world. They live on North Sentinel island located in the Bay of Bengal, India. They majorly feed on sea creatures,...
Confront Corrupt Leaders, Drive Change for Nigeria’s Prosperity, Legal Practitioner Olajengbesi Challenges Young Nigerians
Legal practitioner Pelumi Olajengbesi has issued a rallying cry to young Nigerians, challenging them to confront corrupt political leaders and become the driving force...
Petrol Price Hit N950 Per Litre in Kano
Motorists in Kano state are reeling from skyrocketing petrol prices, with the cost per litre reaching as high as N950. This crisis comes on the heels of limited fuel...
Orile BRT Passengers Assaulted and Robbed by Street Thugs in Broad Daylight
Passengers of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in Orile, Lagos, were left shaken on Tuesday afternoon when they were attacked and robbed by a group of street thugs. Dare...
Lagos Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing 8-Year-Old Son Over Missing Sewing Thread
In a tragic incident on August 5, a man was arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for allegedly killing his 8-year-old son in the Epe area. Eyewitness accounts...
Social Critic Onilenla Laments Declining Quality of Big Brother Naija Contestants, Calls for Show Overhaul Amid Drop in Viewership
Social critic Oluwagbemiga Onilenla has raised concerns over the declining quality of contestants on the popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija. Noting a drop in...
University of Ibadan Receives N201m from NELFUND, Enabling 1,370 Students Secure Loan
The University of Ibadan has confirmed the receipt of N201 million from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for the 2023/2024 academic session. This fund will...
How to Elevate Your Career by Refining Accent, Dressing for Success, and Building Confidence, Written by Akan Imoh
If you’ll want to have a stellar career, I mean, work for top companies and hold top roles, one thing you’ll need to do early on in your journey is to ‘clean up’...
Burna Boy Brings His A-Game to Lagos with the Launch of ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’
Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, has ventured into the world of sports by establishing the “Burna Boy Football Academy”...
Atiku Abubakar Urges Caution Amidst Dangote Refinery and NUPRC Dispute Over Crude Supply
Amidst rising tensions between the Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) over crude supply, former Vice President Atiku...
Ex-President Obasanjo Slams Nigerian Leaders, Says Many Deserve Jail Time
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced significant concerns regarding the integrity of the country’s current leaders. He suggested that many...
Former President Obasanjo Issues Stern Warning to Tinubu Administration
Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly addressed the Tinubu administration, questioning the government’s ability to fulfill campaign promises. He issued a call for...
Chelsea Strikes €63m Deal with Wolves for Pedro Neto, Medical Scheduled, Official Bid Accepted
In a major transfer agreement, Chelsea has reached a deal with Wolverhampton Wanderers to sign Portuguese winger Pedro Neto for a substantial €63 million. The deal...
Former CAF President Issa Hayatou Passes Away
Issa Hayatou, a prominent figure in African football and former President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has passed away. FIFA President, Gianni...
#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: Organizers Plan One-Million March Nationwide Protest Against Bad Governance
The Take It Back Movement, a key player in the #EndBadGovernance protests, has announced plans for a one-million-man demonstration in all 36 states and the Federal...
NLC Slams Government’s Handling of #EndBadGovernance Protests, Criticizes Excessive Use of Force on Peaceful Demonstrators
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vehemently condemned the federal government’s response to the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests, criticizing the excessive...
Nigeria Spends $600m Monthly on Fuel Imports, Reveals Minister
Finance Minister Wale Edun has disclosed that Nigeria’s Federal Government incurs a substantial $600 million monthly expense on fuel imports. This was made known...
#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: Nationwide Protests Enter Sixth Day as Citizens Demand Change
In a powerful display of unity and resilience, Nigerians across the country continue to take to the streets, voicing their outrage against hunger, poor governance, and...
Transforming Careers: E-Data Solutions Unveils Expert-Driven Data Analysis Bootcamp for Professional Breakthroughs
In a significant move aimed at propelling career advancement, E-Data Solutions, an experienced and trusted group in the analysis field, has unveiled a comprehensive data...
#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: The Russian Flag Question, Written by Gimba Kakanda
I saw a video of some protesters burning the Nigerian flag while lifting Russian flags, and I wonder if they truly understand the gravity of such an unsightly act. If...
Mastering the Clock: Game-Changing Time Management Hacks for Busy Students
In a world governed by distractions, which end result in misplaced priorities and wastefulness of resources, a planned life backup with effective time management is...
Government-Sponsored Protesters and Neglected Children Reportedly Ransack Shops, Stores in Northern States Amid #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Protests
As the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests continue to gain traction in Nigeria’s northern states, reports have surfaced of government-sponsored protesters and...
The Road To Being Free: Rising Above The Shadow Of Addiction
Every day, millions of people get trapped by addiction. Beneath this addiction lies the labyrinth of shame, trauma, grief, frustration, and fear. Yet, in the face of all...
LITERARY CRITICS SHOULD BE CUT OFF FROM SPACE
I was at Oliver’s Café, Ladoke Akintola Street, Ibadan, working on a writing project when Jane walked in briskly and sat on the chair opposite mine. We agreed to...
FG begins sale of 50kg rice for N40,000 to appease protesters
The federal government on Monday, July 29, revealed that it has set up centres across the country where 50kg bags of rice are selling for N40,000 each. Minister of...
Television Presenter and Actress Lara Olubo Passes Away
The Nigerian entertainment community is reeling from the devastating news of the death of Lara Olubo, a renowned television presenter and actress. The heartbreaking news...
Former Labour Party Spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo Loses Confidence in Peter Obi, Accuses Him of Lacking Courage and Leadership
Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, has announced his departure from the party and his severance of ties with the...
BREAKING: Nigerian Senator, Ifeanyi Ubah Reportedly Dies In London
Nigerian Senator from Anambra South, and an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. PurpleWorld learnt that Ubah died in a hotel in...
NFVCB Reacts to Demands for Ban of Movie Featuring Actresses in Niqab
Outrage and demands for a ban have erupted following the revelation of an unreleased movie that depicts a bank robbery carried out by actresses wearing niqabs. The...
Nigerian Police Arrest Osun Herbalist Who Killed Sick Friend To Make ‘Money Ritual Soap’
Ganiyu Kehinde, a herbalist from Oba-Oke, Osun State, has been arrested by the police for killing his friend, Emmanuel Collins, a 35-year-old Ghanaian. Kehinde was...
Zamfara Youth Leader Bashir Vows to Continue #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Protest Despite Assault
A video has surfaced online, purportedly showing unidentified men suspected to be security personnel assaulting a young man named Bashir from Tsafe Local Government...
Students Across Nigerian Universities, Polytechnics, Colleges of Education Plan Nationwide Protest from July 29
In a united show of strength, three major Nigerian student associations—NAUS, NAPS, and NANCES—have joined forces to stage a mass protest against the crippling...
Lagos Building Collapse Claims Three Lives
A building collapse at Arowojobe Estate in Maryland, Lagos State, claimed the lives of three site workers early Thursday morning. In a statement seen by PurpleWorld...
Mohbad’s Family Seeks Closure, Conducts Second Autopsy to Uncover True Cause of Rapper’s Passing
In their pursuit for clarity and closure, the family of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, the late Nigerian artist known as Mohbad, has decided to conduct a second autopsy....
Arsenal Signs Riccardo Calafiori in €50m Deal from Bologna
Arsenal has completed the transfer of highly sought-after defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna in a €50 million deal. The news of Calafiori’s transfer to...
Victor Osimhen’s Transfer from Napoli to PSG Grinds to a Halt
The highly-anticipated transfer of Nigerian international Victor Osimhen from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain has hit a dead end, with negotiations between the two clubs...
High Chief’s Wife Kidnapped in Epe, Lagos
Suspected armed assailants have reportedly kidnapped Mrs Omotolani Agnes Ogungbesan, the wife of the traditional ruler of Ora Kingdom in the Eredo Local Council...
Biden Hands 2024 Nomination to Harris:
President of the United States of America, Joe Biden has officially endorsed his Vice, Kamala Harris, as the new Democratic presidential nominee, for the 2024 polls....
APC Spokesperson Blames Obidients and IPOB for Planned Nationwide Protest
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has made claims that supporters of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi are organizing nationwide protests. Onanuga, in an effort...
NLC Warns, Says States Failing to Comply with N70,000 Minimum Wage Will Face Forced Shutdowns
The Osun State branch of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared that the joint labour unions will not back down on their demands for the implementation of the...
The Lotus Feet of Ancient China: Tradition, Femininity, and Deceptive Beauty
In China, there existed an ancient practice that involved binding the feet of girls. This foot binding practice became a tradition that served as a measure of beauty....
Tinubu Approves N70,000 National Minimum Wage
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday approved N70,000 as the new minimum wage for Nigerian workers. This was announced by a presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga via a...
Tinubu to Announce Minimum Wage Today as Organised Labour Meets with President at Presidential Villa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to meet with organised labour at the Presidential Villa today, Thursday, to announce the long-awaited national minimum wage. The...
Human Rights Activist Inibehe Effiong Slams Akwa Ibom Governor’s Alleged Plans for Lagos Towers Amid Dilapidated Schools, Meager Minimum Wage
Human Rights activist and lawyer Inibehe Effiong has publicly denounced the purported plans by the Governor of Akwa Ibom State to construct 18-story towers in Lagos...
UI Students Storm VC Office in ‘Power’ Protest
Students from the University of Ibadan, one of Nigeria’s oldest and most prestigious universities, are staging a protest against their institution’s rationing of...
Sunday Igboho Freshly Serves Ultimatum to Armed Fulani Herders in Southwest
Yoruba Nation freedom fighter Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Igboho, has reportedly renewed his eviction order for Fulani herders, who have allegedly become notorious...
Ex-Military Leader, Eshanekpe Isreal Appeals for Calm Amid Planned August Protests
As the clamor for protests builds among Nigerian youths, a seasoned voice of experience has stepped into the fray to appeal for calm and restraint. Mayor Eshanekpe...
Gunmen Seize Port Harcourt-Bound Bus with 18 Passengers
In a shocking daylight incident, a bus operated by the Akwa Ibom State Transport Corporation carrying 18 passengers has been hijacked in a brazen ambush by heavily armed...
Skit Maker Sabinus Speaks Out on Father’s Kidnapping
Skit Maker Sabinus, well-known for his humorous portrayals of everyday life, has recently faced a chilling chapter in his own family’s story, narrating how his father...
‘Burna Boy Is My One And Only’, Stefflon Don Says
Jamaican rapper Stefflon Don has left no doubt about the depth of her affection for Nigerian superstar Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy. Stefflon Don and Burna...
I live in a rented apartment in Abuja — Billionaire Aliko Dangote
Africa’s wealthiest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has disclosed that the house he resides in while visiting Abuja is not his own. Speaking to media at the Dangote...
Chima Reigns as Nigerian Idol Winner
Chima, a contestant on the popular Nigerian singing show “Idol,” has clinched the top spot in the highly competitive ninth season. After weeks of gruelling...
Yahaya Bello Reportedly in ‘Protective Custody’ of Kogi Government Amidst EFCC’s Wanted Status
A recent report has allegeed that Yahaya Bello, former governor of Kogi State, has been detained under “protective custody” by the state government since being...
Former President Donald Trump Injured in Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally
Former U.S. President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt during a campaign rally and was dramatically...
𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟐, while 154 Suffers Different Degress of Injuries
The death toll in a school building which collapsed in Jos, Plateau State on Friday has increased from 17 to 22. The Executive Secretary of the State Emergency...
Price Control, Ooni of Ife May be Talking to the Wrong Market Women, Written by Adeola Soetan
Those stress – looking, struggling to survive market women I saw receiving instructions from the palace messenger of Ooni not to sell above certain price...
School Building Collapses on Students Writing Exams in Jos
A two-storey building housing Saints Academy School located in Busa Buji, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State collapsed on Friday morning, leaving scores...
Gov. Makinde Presents Staff Of Office To 43rd Olubadan, Olakulehin
Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, received the Staff of Office and the Instrument of Office from Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Friday. The...
School Building Collapses on Students Writing Exams in Jos
On Friday, Saint Academy situated in Busa BujiJos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, has collapsed, trapping numerous students and teachers inside. The...
23-Year-Old Man Arrested for Stabbing His Mother to Death in Delta State
A 23-year-old man, Samson, was apprehended by the Delta State Police Command for allegedly stabbing his mother to death in Obiaruku, Ukwuani LGA. Reports reveal that the...
Toyin Abraham Faces Backlash from Online Community after Reports of Abuse, Bullying
The heated exchange between Toyin Abraham and individuals who allegedly accused her of abusive behavior has escalated into a public backlash on the X platform. Nigerians...
Nigeria Government Invites Labor Unions to Aso Villa for High-Level Meeting
In an attempt to resolve ongoing labor-related issues, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially invited the leaders of the country’s two largest labor...
‘Some Ministers Can’t See Him’: Senator Ali Ndume Highlights Difficulty of Meeting President Tinubu
Senator Ali Ndume, the Chief Whip of the Senate, has raised concerns about the limited access to President Bola Tinubu. According to Ndume, even some ministers are...
Tinubu Establishes Ministry of Livestock Development to Tackle Herder-Farmer Conflicts
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has established a new ministry focused on livestock development, with the aim of resolving the ongoing conflicts between herders and...
