Tomato farmers across Nigeria have raised concerns over a fresh outbreak of the Tuta Absoluta pest, warning of a looming scarcity and rising prices in markets nationwide. In separate interviews granted on Sunday in Lagos, farmers described the situation as alarming, saying the pest, also known as the tomato leaf miner, has begun to devastate crops, especially in northern regions. The larvae of Tuta Absoluta can destroy nearly 100% of tomato yields if not contained promptly. Because of its rapid spread—capable of damaging crops in just 48 hours—farmers have dubbed it “Tomato Ebola.” Rabiu Zuntu, chairman of the Tomato Growers…
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l Popular socialite and Davido’s babymama, Sophia Momodu, has received intense backlash over her appearance on popular TV channel, TVC. Earlier, the socialite announced her recent appearance on TVC via an Instagram post, describing it as a memorable moment. Her post reads, “I enjoyed my time with the good people of @tvc.entertainment on #RealityCheck it was nonstop laughs with @tolu_lamidi & the crew”. Moreover, her post has stirred controversy, with netizens criticizing her appearance on the prominent TV channel. Notably, this isn’t the first time Sophia Momodu has faced public backlash, as she continues to attract attention and scrutiny for…
Tragedy struck Zogu village in Miango District, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, as a man and his two sons were reportedly killed in a night attack. The spokesperson of the Irigwe Development Association (IDA), Sam Jugo, confirmed the incident on Saturday in Jos. He identified the victims as Weyi Gebeh, 56, and his sons Zhu Weyi, 25, and Henry Weyi, 16. According to Jugo, the three were attacked and killed while they slept. Condemning the incident, Jugo described it as barbaric and deeply troubling. “This recent event brings to nine the number of people killed in Irigwe land…
The Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to step up its efforts in protecting indigenous businesses and the country’s industrial sector from potential collapse. ECCIMA President, Odeiga Jideonwo, made this appeal on Saturday during the CBN Special Day at the 36th Enugu International Trade Fair. He acknowledged the CBN’s past efforts to support various sectors of the economy but emphasized the need for more sustainable and impactful intervention strategies. Jideonwo expressed concern over the CBN’s ongoing increase in interest rates, aimed at controlling inflation and managing liquidity. He…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the Federal Government for delaying the payment of the newly approved minimum wage to certain federal civil servants. The government had previously attributed the delay to the prolonged approval process of the 2025 national budget. Several civil servants in Abuja expressed frustration over the situation, saying the delay has placed financial strain on their daily lives. Some reported having to rely on loans to make ends meet, as they await the implementation of the wage adjustment. A staff member of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, who requested anonymity due to civil service…
Christian Chukwu, former captain and coach of Nigeria’s national football team, passed away on Saturday at the age of 74. Born on January 4, 1951, in Enugu State, Chukwu’s journey in football began on the streets of Enugu, where he honed his skills as a child. He attended Christ Church Primary School, Uwani, and National Secondary School, Nike, both in Enugu, before joining the East Central State Academicals, with whom he won the National Cup. Here are ten key facts about the football icon: Christian Chukwu’s legacy remains etched in Nigerian football history as both a commanding presence on the…
Uche Nwokwu, coordinator of the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) under the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has warned that men with enlarged breasts are at increased risk of developing breast cancer. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Mr. Nwokwu explained that while breast cancer is rare in men, it is possible because they also have breast tissue. He noted that the risk is heightened for men undergoing hormone therapy to appear more feminine, as increased levels of estrogen can lead to breast development and potentially cancer. “The female hormone responsible for breast growth exists in men too,” he said.…
A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Mercy Ojedeji, has pleaded guilty in a U.S. District Court in St. Louis, Missouri, to charges of wire fraud and using fraudulent immigration documents. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri, Ojedeji admitted on Wednesday to fraudulently obtaining a student visa and securing admission into the University of Missouri’s chemistry PhD program for the Fall 2023 semester. He used fake academic transcripts, forged recommendation letters, a fabricated resume, and a falsified English language proficiency report to support his visa application. With the visa, he acquired a Social Security number, a Missouri…
Dr. John Metchie, the Traditional Prime Minister of the Anambra State Association of Town Unions (ASATU), has raised alarm over the role of fake native doctors in pushing young people in the state toward crime. Speaking in Abuja, Metchie, who also serves as the Deputy Commander-General of the Nigeria Forest Security Service, said many youths had been misled by fraudulent spiritualists into engaging in criminal activities, including drug trafficking. He praised Governor Charles Soludo for his efforts to steer Anambra youths away from the dangerous path of the “get-rich-quick” mentality, warning that the situation could have worsened significantly without the…
The Ondo State Police Command has initiated an investigation into allegations of extortion against the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Igbara-Oke, Ganiyu Dauda, following a protest by residents of the town in Ifedore Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, DSP Olusola Ayanlade, confirmed the probe on Friday, stating that while no formal complaint had been officially lodged, the command was taking the claims seriously and had already begun the investigation. Ayanlade appealed to the public, urging anyone with credible information or evidence related to the allegations to come forward to assist the investigation. “The command has begun investigating the extortion claims…