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Actress Angela Okorie Slams Zubby Michael For Mourning Late Colleague Junior Pope
Nollywood actress, Angel Okorie has continued to drag her male counterpart Zubby Micheal over manner by which the later had mourned their late colleague, Junior Pope, who passed on by drowning while returning from movie location.Recall that Angela had called out Zubby on several occasions for not m... -
Reality Star, Bisola Aiyeola Super Excited As She Meets Hollywood Actor Idris Elba
Nollywood actress Bisola Aiyeola took to Instagram to share a how excited she was about meeting Hollywood actor Idris Elba.According to Bisola’s post, Idris Elba had directed a movie, in which she was featured. The Hollywood actor has been involved in a lot of African movie projects for a while n... -
Benue Gov. Alia Set To Demolish Property Housing Kidnappers, Yahoo Boys
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has disclosed that all property housing kidnappers and yahoo boys in the state, would be demolished.Alia who disclosed this on Friday, during a press conference in Makurdi, said also that he would soon meet with all hotel owners in the state over the issue.He said... -
HAPPENING NOW! Death Recorded As Gas Explosion Rocks Abeokuta, Ogun State
A gas tanker explosion has occured at Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. A vehicle heading towards Abeokuta main city from the Obada-Oko axis appeared to have lost control, forcing the driver to hit the median before the explosion which caused panic for people in the area.Although no official ... -
Rising Singer, Chadreek Cries Out,Seeks Refund of N1.5m He Paid Portable to Appear in His Music (VID)
A video of an emerging musician known as Chadreek criticizing controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable Zazu, is trending online.The budding musician spoke about how he got N1.5 million in donations to pay Portable to feature in his song video.He alleged, however, that only hours... -
Shake-Up In EFCC As Olukoyede Appoints Chief Of Staff, 14 Directors
The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has appointed Michael Nzekwe as his chief of staff.As part of a restructuring drive, Olukoyede upgraded all the zonal commands of the EFCC to departments and appointed 14 new directors.A statement by Dele Oyewale, E... -
VIDEO: BBNaija Winner, Miracle Igbokwe Graduates With Distinction From US Aeronautical Varsity
The winner of the 2018 Big Brother Naija ‘Double Wahala’ show, Miracle Igbokwe, has graduated with distinction from the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida, USA.The reality TV star disclosed this on his Instagram story on Friday, sharing a video of the moment he climbed the stage to r... -
Man Dies After Jumping Into Lagos Lagoon While Fleeing Mob For Allegedly Stealing Bags Of Cement
A tragic incident unfolded at the Lekki/Ikoyi Link Bridge in Lagos as a man identified as Azeez reportedly lost his life after jumping into the Lagos lagoon while being pursued by a mob for purportedly stealing bags of cement.According to reports from the Director of the Lagos State Emergency Manag... -
Iraqi Parliament Passes Law Criminalizing Same-Sex Relations & Gender Identity
In a controversial move, the Iraqi parliament has approved legislation imposing severe penalties for same-sex relations and gender identity, sparking outrage among human rights activists and LGBTQ+ advocates.Under the newly passed bill, individuals found guilty of engaging in same-sex relations cou... -
Lagos State Government Seals 5 Churches, 19 Hotels, Others Over Environmental Pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed at least five churches and 19 hotels over noise pollution between March 23 and April 26.Also, no fewer than four markets and shopping complexes have been temporarily closed.The churches include St Monica’s Hall of Our Lady of Lor... -
Life Coach, Solomon Buchi Warns Against Pornography In Christian Marriages
In a recent statement, self-proclaimed life coach Solomon Buchi has emphasized the detrimental effects of pornography on Christian couples, asserting that it should not be utilized as a source of sexual education.Taking to his social media platform, Buchi conveyed his staunch opposition to pornogra... -
Anambra Police Arrest 16 Cultists, Hunt Down 21 Others
The Anambra State Police Command has made significant strides in curbing cult-related violence, with the arrest of 16 notorious cultists and the declaration of 21 others as wanted individuals.SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the command's spokesman, revealed in a statement issued in Awka on Saturday that t... -
NATCOM Director-General, Adegbenro Detained by Police In Abuja For Alleged Fraud, Impersonation
The Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) of the Nigeria Police Force has reportedly arrested Adejare Adegbenro, the Director-General of the National Commission against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons, and Pipeline Vandalism (NATCOM), for alleged fraudulent activities, according to Sahar... -
Fuel Scarcity Grips Sokoto: Black Market Price Hits N2,000 Amidst Residents' Pleas
As the grip of fuel scarcity tightens in certain regions of the country, residents in the Sokoto metropolis are facing exorbitant prices for petrol, with some black market vendors charging as much as N2,000 to N2,500 per litre.The dire situation has left many residents grappling with the economic f... -
Nigeria Loses Title As Africa’s Largest Economy; Slips To Fourth Place
Nigeria's economic landscape witnessed a significant shift as it relinquished its position as Africa's largest economy, falling to fourth place behind South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria, according to the latest forecast by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).The IMF's World Economic ... -
Nigerian Woman Passes Away Shortly After Childbirth, Laid To Rest On Same Day (Video)
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a Nigerian woman tragically passed away shortly after giving birth to a healthy baby, and she was laid to rest on the very same day as her child's arrival.The devastating news surfaced on social media through a poignant post shared by a close family member wh... -
Nigerian Singer, Ruger Reveals Ownership Of Firearms
Michael Adebayo Olayinka, widely known as Ruger, the Blown Boy boss, has made a surprising revelation about possessing two firearms during a recent interview.In a conversation with content creator Timi Agbaje, Ruger opened up about the inspiration behind his stage name, linking it directly to a fir... -
Nigerian Man Arrested For Allegedly Orchestrating Wife's Murder In Abuja
In a shocking turn of events, a Nigerian man has been apprehended for allegedly masterminding the murder of his wife, sending shockwaves through the Police Estate community in Kurudu, Abuja.According to police reports, two other suspected accomplices are currently in custody in connection to the he... -
Police Arrest Ritualist Gang, Including A Traditonal Ruler Behind Gruesome Murders In Lagos
In a significant breakthrough, the Lagos State Police Command has apprehended ten individuals suspected to be part of a criminal gang involved in grave exhumation and human sacrifices for ritualistic purposes.Among those arrested was an 85-year-old traditional ruler from Benin Republic, Yusuf Lawal... -
Yahaya Bello Disputes Allegations Of Misappropriating State Funds For Children's School Fees
Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has vehemently denied allegations suggesting that he utilized state funds amounting to $720,000 to pay for his children's school fees.Bello's rebuttal comes in response to claims made by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission... -
Movie Producer Stanley Nwoko Refers Inquirers To Late Actor Jnr Pope's Brother Over Obituary Queries
'Amidst questions regarding the absence of the title 'Husband' in the obituary poster of late actor JohnPaul Odonwodo, also known as Jnr Pope, movie producer Stanley Nwoko has directed concerned Nigerians to seek clarification from the deceased actor's brother.The family of the ... -
55-yr-Old Man, Ahmadu Usman Arrested In Katsina For Culpable Homicide In Botched Delivery
[size=10pt] File photo [/size] The Katsina State Command of the Nigerian Police Force has apprehended a 55-year-old man, Ahmadu Usman, from Farfari village, Batagarawa LGA, Katsina, in connection with a suspected case of culpable homicide.According to the command’s spokesman, ASP Abubakar ... -
Reality Star, Tacha Expresses Frustration With Nigerian Men, Eyes South African Suitors
Natacha Anita Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has stirred a conversation about her romantic preferences, expressing weariness with Nigerian men and indicating an interest in dating South African suitors.During a recent episode of her Big Friday Show on Cool FM in Lagos, the reality TV star-turned-... -
Tragic Tanker Explosion Claims Five Lives, Engulfs Over 70 Vehicles In Rivers State
A devastating tanker explosion along the Eleme section of the East-West Road in Rivers State on Friday night has resulted in five confirmed fatalities and the destruction of more than 70 vehicles, reports The PUNCH.Initial reports had indicated that at least four individuals were feared dead in the... -
Joint Security Operation Claims Lives Of Three Notorious Bandit Leaders In Zamfara
In the fight against insurgency in Zamfara State, joint security forces, including the Security Intelligence and Militia Joint Task Force, have reportedly neutralized three notorious bandit kingpins.The operation, which took place in Tidibale and Gangara villages of Isa and Sabon Birnin local gover... -
NSCDC Busts Illegal Lithium Mining Ring In Nasarawa, Arrests Four Chinese Nationals
In a decisive operation, the Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have apprehended four Chinese nationals at an illicit mining site notorious for trading lithium in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.The NSCDC spokesman, Babawale Afolabi, revealed this d... -
Fifteen-Yr-Old Girl, Halimat Tajudeen Vanishes After Bank Errand: Family Appeals For Help
The unsettling disappearance of 15-year-old Princess Halimat Tajudeen has left her family in distress as they seek answers about her whereabouts.Halimat was last seen on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, around 5:20 pm, when she embarked on a routine errand to the bank on behalf of her mother, Stella Timo... -
American School Abuja Refunds $760,910 To EFCC In Former Kogi State Gov., Yahaya Bello's Case (Photos)
In a significant development in the ongoing investigation involving former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, the American International School of Abuja has refunded $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).The refund stems from a larger sum of $845,852, allegedly paid by B... -
EFCC Cracks Down On Currency Fraud: 34 Suspected Speculators Arrested In Abuja (Photos)
In a significant operation targeting currency fraud, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), working in collaboration with the Taskforce on Currency Mutilation and Forex Malpractice, have apprehended 34 individuals suspected of engaging in illegal foreign exchange activit... -
Nigerian Singer, Davido Claims Family Powers Nigeria With Electricity Empire
Renowned Nigerian artist, David Adeleke, known as Davido, recently stirred waves by asserting his family's pivotal role in energizing a significant portion of Nigeria through their power ventures.In a candid revelation during an appearance on the American podcast 'Business Untitled,'... -
"Why I left Styl Plus" - Former Styl-Plus Member, Tunde Akinsanmi Clarifies Departure
Tunde Akinsanmi, once the lead vocalist of the renowned RnB group Styl-Plus, has addressed speculations surrounding his departure from the band, asserting that it was not motivated by greed.In a recent interview, Tunde shed light on his decision to part ways with Styl-Plus back in 2018, emphasizing... -
Controversial Pastor, Indaboski Bahoose Pledges To Bolster Naira, Targets Dollar Crash On Return From UK Show (Video)
Upon his return to Nigeria following a highly publicized event in the United Kingdom, Pastor Chukwuemeka Odumeje, popularly known as Indaboski Bahoose, has set tongues wagging with his ambitious pledge to once again influence the currency markets, vowing to fortify the Naira and drive down the Doll... -
Pregnant Woman Gives Birth In Captivity: Husband Pays N1.6 Million Ransom For Release
In a harrowing incident that unfolded last Monday, a pregnant woman identified as Chinwendu Igwe was reportedly abducted while en route to the hospital for delivery. Sources indicate that the abduction took place in Egede, Udi local government area of Enugu State, plunging the family into a nightma... -
"How I Want To Be Buried" - Rapper, Erigga Unveils Unconventional Burial Wish (Video)
Renowned rapper Erigga, born Erhiga Agarivbie, recently made headlines by disclosing his unconventional burial request, outlining specific details of how he wishes to be laid to rest upon his demise.In a candid revelation shared via social media platform X, Erigga provided insights into his unique ... -
Kogi Court Summons EFCC Chair, Ola Olukoyede Over Alleged Contempt, Yahaya Bello Case
A Kogi State High Court in Lokoja has summoned the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, to appear before it on May 13, 2024, to address allegations of contempt of court.The court's directive follows a motion filed by the immediate past Governor of Kog... -
"How I Left A Show Crying After Audience Didn’t Recognise Me" - Fireboy DML Recounts Emotional Journey From Rejection To Resilience (Video)
Renowned Nigerian singer Fireboy DML, renowned for hits like "Peru," recently shared a poignant anecdote from his early days in the music industry, shedding light on the challenges faced by aspiring artists striving to make their mark.In an exclusive interview with Billboard News, Fireboy... -
Aston Villa v Chelsea: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 27th April, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Villa Park Referee Craig Pawson (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Aston Villa [/size]Unai Emery has received a positive update on the team news front ahead of his side’s latest fixture. Against Chelsea on Saturday, the ... -
West Ham v Liverpool: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 27th April, 2024 Time : 12:30 pm Stadium London Stadium Referee Anthony Taylor (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] West Ham [/size]George Earthy is the only long-term injury problem for West Ham here with a face injury. Other than that, David Moyes will have a fu... -
Manchester United v Burnley: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 27th April, 2024 Time : 3:00 pm Stadium Old Trafford Referee John Brooks (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Manchester United [/size]Erik ten Hag will thank his stars that he does not have a new injury concern hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s lat... -
How Abusive Nigerian Man, Beat Wife To Death Months After Relocating To The UK
A UK court has heard how a Nigerian man killed his wife, who worked as a care home assistant, just months after they relocated to the UK from Nigeria.In 2023, it reported that a man named Olubunmi Abodunde had killed his wife Taiwo Abodunde, 41, leaving their three kids motherless (read here).A UK ...
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