Author: Starnews NG
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World Bank Bans Nigerian Companies, CEO for Fraudulent Practices
The World Bank Group has debarred two Nigerian companies, Viva Atlantic Limited and Technology House Limited, along with their Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Norman Bwuruk Didam, due to involvement in fraudulent, collusive, and corrupt practices associated with the National Social Safety Nets Project in Nigeria. The debarment will last for 30 months. The World…
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Five Killed in Fatal Crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
By: Bayero Ade Five individuals died in a tragic accident involving a Mercedes-Benz Jeep at Fatgbems bus stop on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday night. According to NAN, CSP Omolola Odutola, spokesperson for the Ogun State Police, confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday. The crash occurred around 11:30 p.m. when the driver of…
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2027: Okpebholo Pledges 100% Edo Votes For Tinubu
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, promising full backing from Edo voters. Speaking during a food distribution program organized by the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) at the Government House in Benin City, Okpebholo applauded the President and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu…
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VIDEO: Pastor Kumuyi Offers Prayers at U.S. President’s Inauguration Event
The General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, participated in a special program held in anticipation of President Donald Trump’s inauguration in the United States. The event, titled the Inauguration Praise and Prayer Convocation, took place at the Greater New Hope Baptist Church and was organized by Jim Garlow’s Well Versed World…
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FCT Police Arrest Gang Leader for Murder Over Marriage Dispute
By: Bayero Ade The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has apprehended a notorious gang leader, Abubakar Idris, also known as Nishi, along with his accomplices, for the murder of Ibrahim Danfulani in a dispute linked to a marriage proposal. According to PUNCH, in a statement on Monday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, revealed…
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President Tinubu Announces New Appointment
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has appointed Zahrah Audu as the new Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). The announcement was made on Monday, January 20, 2025. Zahrah, an accomplished entrepreneur and technology expert, holds a degree in software engineering and a business management qualification from a university in the United Kingdom. In…
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Gov Makinde Completes Houston Half Marathon in Impressive Time Despite Harsh Conditions
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State proudly announced his completion of the Houston Half Marathon, finishing the race in 2 hours and 53 minutes. Starnews NG reports that the governor shared his achievement on his Facebook page, expressing satisfaction with his performance despite the challenging weather conditions, which saw temperatures plummet to a chilly 1…
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Suspended RCCG pastor, Iluyomade unveils new ministry
By Miracle Ogunde The suspended pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David Parish, Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, has unveiled a new ministry. The new ministry which has launched in Lagos is called The Family Fellowship. According to a video that went viral on Monday morning, Iluyomade was seen celebrating with members during…
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Kumuyi arrives US for Trump’s inauguration
By Miracle Ogunde The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has arrived in the US on invitation to attend today’s inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. According to report by Tribune, Kumuyi’s invitation, as a global spiritual leader, was confirmed by A. Larry Ross…
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SDP Rejects Ondo LG Election Results, Alleges Irregularities
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Ondo State has rejected the outcome of the local government elections held on Saturday, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of electoral malpractice. The Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) announced on Sunday that APC won all chairmanship and councillorship seats across the state’s 18 local government areas.…