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![Kemi Olunloyo Speaks On Committing Suicide Over Social Media Bullying]()
Kemi Olunloyo Speaks On Committing Suicide Over Social Media Bullying
Controversial investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has taken to her social media page in a cryptic post to announce her intention to commit suicide.In a post via her verified Facebook page, the investigative journalist poured out her heart, revealing the reasons behind her decision to end her li... -
![President Tinubu Signs Electricity Act Amendment Bill Into Law]()
President Tinubu Signs Electricity Act Amendment Bill Into Law
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024, into law.The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on July 27, 2023, and the Senate on November 14, 2023, and was sponsored by Honourable Babajimi Benson, who represents Ikorodu Federal Constituency of Lagos stat... -
!['Bandits Are Threatening To Attack Me' - Katsina Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda Cries Out]()
'Bandits Are Threatening To Attack Me' - Katsina Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda Cries Out
The Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has revealed that bandits who are terrorising some parts of the state are threatening to attack him.This Day reported that the governor disclosed this on Friday, February 9, 2024, during an expanded emergency security council meeting at the Government ... -
![AFCON 2023: President Tinubu Sets To Watch Nigeria vs Cote d’Ivoire Live]()
AFCON 2023: President Tinubu Sets To Watch Nigeria vs Cote d’Ivoire Live
The president of the Confederation of African Football Federations, CAF, Patrice Motsepe, has stated that Nigerian president, Bola Tinubu, will be attending the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finalNigeria and hosts Cote d’Ivoire will clash in the final of the competition at the Alassanne Ouattara Sta... -
![Tragedy As Car Goes Completely Damaged, Claims Lives Of 4 Persons In Ogun Lone Crash]()
Tragedy As Car Goes Completely Damaged, Claims Lives Of 4 Persons In Ogun Lone Crash
Four people have died in a lone crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway.The crash which occurred around 11:40 am on Friday, February 9, 2024, involved a Toyota Camry car with number plate BDG184FY.The spokesperson for the Ogun State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Florence Okpe,... -
![Bus Driver Allegedly Sets Ablaze Traffic Control Officer In Edo]()
Bus Driver Allegedly Sets Ablaze Traffic Control Officer In Edo
An unidentified commercial bus driver has allegedly set an official of the Edo State Traffic Control and Management Agency, EDSTMA, on fire in Benin City.According to a statement posted by Facebook user Osaze Edigin: “The Management of Edo State Traffic Control and Management Agency (EDSTMA) here... -
![Nigerians In South Africa Set To Hold Cultural Festival]()
Nigerians In South Africa Set To Hold Cultural Festival
Nigerian Citizens Association of South Africa (NICASA), has called on all Nigerians living in Western Cape in particular and South Africa in general to officially register with the body.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NICASA is the official South African government-recognised umbrella... -
![South Africa v DR Congo: AFCON 2023 Third Place Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
South Africa v DR Congo: AFCON 2023 Third Place Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 10th February, 2024 Time : 9:00 pm Stadium Felix Houphouet-Boigny Referee Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] South Africa [/size]Broos is expected to revert to a back four, having matched Nigeria's back three in the semi-final defeat.Siyanda Xulu is expected to keep ... -
![VIDEO: Ghanaian Woman, Artise Maame Embarks on 7 Days Chewing Gum Marathon to Set Guinness World Record]()
VIDEO: Ghanaian Woman, Artise Maame Embarks on 7 Days Chewing Gum Marathon to Set Guinness World Record
A Ghanaian woman is trying to set a world record for the longest time continuously chewing a piece of gum without stopping. Artise Maame is aiming to chew gum non-stop for 7 days and become a Guinness World Record holder. She began preparing for the marathon since 2023 and she named it Chewing gum ... -
![EFCC Apprehend Five Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Benue]()
EFCC Apprehend Five Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Benue
Operatives of Makurdi Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested five suspected internet fraudsters.The anti-graft agency said the suspects were arrested on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Kanshio village in the Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State, foll... -
![NDLEA Arrests Female Suspect, Zainab Umar With 1.2kg Of Cannabis In Nasarawa]()
NDLEA Arrests Female Suspect, Zainab Umar With 1.2kg Of Cannabis In Nasarawa
Operatives of the Nasarawa State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have apprehended a 21-year-old female suspect, identified as Zainab Umar, with 1.2kg of Cannabis sativa, commonly known as marijuana.She was arrested in Mararaba during an operation conducted by the Karu Ar... -
![Manchester City v Everton: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Manchester City v Everton: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 10th February, 2024 Time : 1:30 pm Stadium Etihad Stadium Referee John Brooks (Engla) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Manchester City [/size]Pep Guardiola does not have any new injury concerns hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s latest fixture. So, against ... -
![Liverpool v Burnley: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Liverpool v Burnley: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Saturday 10th February, 2024 Time : 4:00 pm Stadium Anfield Referee Tim Robinson (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Liverpool [/size]Liverpool will be without Joel Matip and Stefan Bajcetic. Both players are long-term absentees here. Kostas Tsimikas is still recovering fr... -
![VIDEO: Corp Member Shares Daily Struggles As A Teacher]()
VIDEO: Corp Member Shares Daily Struggles As A Teacher
A female corp member has shared a video of her daily struggles as a teacher.The corper shared how she struggles to teach regardless of her average height which made it difficult to properly reach the board.However, she had improvised by utilizing a chair to be able to write at the top level of the ... -
![Despite Suffering From Critics, Tiwa Savage Vows To Maintain Fierce Lifestyle]()
Despite Suffering From Critics, Tiwa Savage Vows To Maintain Fierce Lifestyle
Famous songstress, Tiwa Savage slams a resounding ‘No, Won’t Do’ in the faces of those hoping to see her change her ways, lifestyle, and personality.The dazzling singer shared a post reflecting on the idea of remaining her true self regardless of the personality expected of her by others.With... -
![Nigerian Athlete Favour Ashe Arrested In America, To Face Theft, Fraud Charges]()
Nigerian Athlete Favour Ashe Arrested In America, To Face Theft, Fraud Charges
Nigerian athlete Favour Ashe was arrested on Thursday at his base in Alabama over multiple counts of theft and fraud, as stated by the Auburn Police and published by a Columbus-based media outlet (WTVM).Favour, 21, who represented Nigeria at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, where he won a bronze medal ... -
![I’ll Talk About D’Prince at Right Time – Tunde Ednut Blasts Singer Over Exit Of Signee, Ruger]()
I’ll Talk About D’Prince at Right Time – Tunde Ednut Blasts Singer Over Exit Of Signee, Ruger
US-based blogger, Tunde Ednut has taken to Instagram to call out D’Prince. This followed the exit of his signee, Ruger from his record label, Jonzing World. Ruger, a few days ago, announced his departure from ‘Jonzing World’, a label owned by D’Prince where he also revealed that he was laun... -
![Sexual Harassment Trial: Prof. Ndifon Get N300m Bail, Court Seizes Traveling Documents]()
Sexual Harassment Trial: Prof. Ndifon Get N300m Bail, Court Seizes Traveling Documents
A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Friday, granted bail to Prof. Cyril Ndifon, former Dean of Faculty of Law, University of Calabar (UNICAL) who is undergoing trial for sexual harassment in the sum of N250 million with two sureties in the like sum.Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling, also admitted Mr ... -
![Police Arrest Two Nigerian Men And Thai Woman For Romance Scam In Thailand]()
Police Arrest Two Nigerian Men And Thai Woman For Romance Scam In Thailand
The police have arrested two Nigerian nationals and a Thai woman in Thalang district of Phuket in Thailand for their alleged involvement in a romance scam.The 32-year-old Thai woman, Kanyathanat Thotsatham and the Nigerian men, whose names were not disclosed, were arrested during a raid on a house ... -
![Man Recounts Thoughtful Valentine's Gift He Received From Singer Korede Bello Years Ago]()
Man Recounts Thoughtful Valentine's Gift He Received From Singer Korede Bello Years Ago
A young man recounts the thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift received from the notable singer, Korede Bello some years ago that helped save his relationship.A user on the X platform identified as @steevaneagain narrated how he couldn’t afford a Valentine’s Day gift for his girlfriend who is a fan... -
!['Don’t Call Me If It Isn’t About Money' –Singer, Portable Issues Warning To Nigerians]()
'Don’t Call Me If It Isn’t About Money' –Singer, Portable Issues Warning To Nigerians
Controversial singer Portable has issued a warning to Nigerians. He warned people not to call his phone if it is not about business or money. The ‘Zazzu’ hitmaker who is out of the country could be seen in a picture with British rapper, Skepta, dressed in dapper suits and big fur coats. H... -
![Police Apprehends Six Suspected Armed Robbers, Recover Weapons In FCT]()
Police Apprehends Six Suspected Armed Robbers, Recover Weapons In FCT
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command says its operatives attached to Utako Divisional Headquarters have arrested at least six suspected armed robbers.A statement issued by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Josephine Adeh said the coordinated raid operation was carried ... -
![VIDEO: "I Spent Almost N15m On Young Duu’s Project" – Carter Efe]()
VIDEO: "I Spent Almost N15m On Young Duu’s Project" – Carter Efe
Popular skit maker, Carter Efe has revealed that he spent close to N15 million to make his song “Oyinmo” with former Zee Nation signee, Young Duu a success.New Telegraph recalls that Young Duu had accused Carter Efe of ripping him off and taking advantage of his situation after he singlehandedl... -
!["I’m Now Settling With The Ones I Fought With" – Singer Ruger Opens Up]()
"I’m Now Settling With The Ones I Fought With" – Singer Ruger Opens Up
Afrobeats singer Michael Adebayo Olayinka aka Ruger has opened up that he is on a reconciliation mood. According to him, he is currently reconciling with those he fought with in the past. He disclosed this in the first music released under his new self-owned record label, Blown Boy Entertainment, d... -
![Court Orders Man, Henry Edet's Arrest Over Refusal To Care For His Children In Akwa Ibom]()
Court Orders Man, Henry Edet's Arrest Over Refusal To Care For His Children In Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo has ordered the state Commissioner of Police, CP Ayilara Adedamola, to arrest and keep a father of three one, Henry Edet Unung, at the Uyo Correctional Centre for one month for refusing to take care of his own children The court presided over by Justice... -
![Pheelz Called Out As He Admits Deleting Temmie's Songs Months After Denying Her Accusation]()
Pheelz Called Out As He Admits Deleting Temmie's Songs Months After Denying Her Accusation
Music producer Pheelz has been lambasted by social media users after he admitted being guilty of an allegation Temmie Ovwasa made against him. Recall that the former YBNL signee Temmie Ovwasa had last year called Pheelz out while narrating what she suffered when with the record label, said she reco... -
![Tragedy As Couple And Their 3 Month Old Baby Perish In Kebbi Fire Incident]()
Tragedy As Couple And Their 3 Month Old Baby Perish In Kebbi Fire Incident
A man, Musibau Abubakar, his wife and their 3-months-old baby have been confirmed dead in a a fire outbreak in Jega Local Government Area of Kebbi State. It was gathered that the couple and their daughter lost their lives when fire gutted their house on Wednesday night, February 7, 2024. Mean... -
![AFCON: Super Eagles Observe Minute Silence For The 4 Nigerians Who Died During Their Match With South Africa]()
AFCON: Super Eagles Observe Minute Silence For The 4 Nigerians Who Died During Their Match With South Africa
The Super Eagles observed a minute silence on Thursday night, February 9, for the four Nigerians who passed on during their match against South Africa's Bafana Bafana on Wednesday, February 7.An APC chieftain, Cairo Ojougboh, an Ivory Coast based Nigerian businessman, a serving NYSC member as ... -
![Six Persons Arraigned For Allegedly Assaulting Actress Lizzy Anjorin At Lagos Market]()
Six Persons Arraigned For Allegedly Assaulting Actress Lizzy Anjorin At Lagos Market
Six persons have been arraigned before Tinubu Chief Magistrates’ Court, in Lagos State for allegedly attacking, assaulting and blackmailing popular actress, Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal at Oba Akintoye Market, Lagos Island, Lagos State on Monday, February 5.The police arraigned the suspects before the cou... -
![VIDEO: Mixed Reaction As Renowned Actress, Funke Akindele Gets Brand New Car Gift]()
VIDEO: Mixed Reaction As Renowned Actress, Funke Akindele Gets Brand New Car Gift
Renowned Nollywood actress, producer, and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has set tongues wagging on social media after receiving a surprise gift of a brand new car at her event.An event termed “A Toast To Funke Akindele ” was held on Wednesday night to honour the actress’s remarkable achievement ... -
![Nigerian Army Arrests Suspected Kidnapper, Salisu Dangani After Gun Battle In Ekiti]()
Nigerian Army Arrests Suspected Kidnapper, Salisu Dangani After Gun Battle In Ekiti
A notorious kidnapper, Sanusi Dangani terrorising Ikere/Igbara Odo axis of Ekiti state has been arrested by the Nigerian Army special forces, deployed by the Chief of Army Staff to boost security in the state.The suspect, who hails from Kano state, was arrested less than twelve hours after the spec... -
![AFCON: Just Like Osimhen, CAF Picks Super Eagles Ajayi For Drug Test After Win Over South Africa]()
AFCON: Just Like Osimhen, CAF Picks Super Eagles Ajayi For Drug Test After Win Over South Africa
Super Eagles defender, Semi Ajayi has disclosed that he was not present for head coach Jose Peseiro’s post-game team talk after Nigeria defeated South Africa in the semi-final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations tie on Wednesday because he was being drug tested by Confederation of African Football,... -
![Kaduna Man, Jamilu Zuntu Demands N7 Million From Wife To Grant Her Divorce Request]()
Kaduna Man, Jamilu Zuntu Demands N7 Million From Wife To Grant Her Divorce Request
A civil servant, Jamilu Zuntu, on Thursday demanded the sum of N7 million from his wife, Hadiza Aliyu, to grant her divorce request.Hadiza is seeking a divorce of the three-year-old marriage at a Shari’a court in Magajin Gari, Kaduna.He told the court that he had spent N2.5 million on her educati... -
![Tinubu Says Nigerians Are No Longer Patriotic, Orders Mandatory Recitation Of National Anthem & Pledge]()
Tinubu Says Nigerians Are No Longer Patriotic, Orders Mandatory Recitation Of National Anthem & Pledge
President Bola Tinubu has directed the mandatory recitation of the National Pledge after the National Anthem at every official and public engagement to ensure absolute respect for the national symbols, strengthen allegiance and fidelity to country, and to preserve Nigeria’s ethos and defining cha... -
![AFCON: 43Yrs Old Father Of 2, Mikail Dies In Ogun While Watching Nigeria-South Africa Match]()
AFCON: 43Yrs Old Father Of 2, Mikail Dies In Ogun While Watching Nigeria-South Africa Match
A 43-year-old father-of-two, Mikail Osundiji, has died too while also watching the match between Nigeria's Super Eagles and South Africa's Bafana Bafana in Abeokuta, Ogun State on Wednesday, February 7.According to reports, the deceased went into shock and died while watching the match at... -
![Police Special Forces Neutralise Terrorists Wreaking Havoc In Abuja, Kaduna, Others]()
Police Special Forces Neutralise Terrorists Wreaking Havoc In Abuja, Kaduna, Others
The Nigeria Police Force has said that its FID-IRT has neutralised some notorious kidnappers and gunners that have been terrorsing Abuja, Kaduna, Kogi, and Nasarawa states.In a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police said the feat was recorded in... -
!['My Dad Said I’m Still A Legend' –Davido Says After Grammy Loss]()
'My Dad Said I’m Still A Legend' –Davido Says After Grammy Loss
Afrobeats star, Davido, says being nominated for the 2024 Grammys Awards is enough to make him proud of himself. The 66th edition of the Grammy Awards was held on Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Davido, who is a first-time Grammy nominee, however, failed to win in any of the three ca... -
![Economic Hardship: Niger State Govt Grants Bail To Aisha Jibrin & 24 Others Arrested Over Protest]()
Economic Hardship: Niger State Govt Grants Bail To Aisha Jibrin & 24 Others Arrested Over Protest
Aisha Jibrin alongside 24 others have been granted administrative bail by the Niger State Government after they were arrested during the recent protest in the Kpakungu area of Minna on Monday over hunger, hardship and rising inflation. The State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Hajiya Bin... -
![Tinubu Approves Release Of ‘102,000 Tons Of Grains’ To Lower Rising Food Cost]()
Tinubu Approves Release Of ‘102,000 Tons Of Grains’ To Lower Rising Food Cost
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Thursday, directed the release of 42,000 metric tons of assorted food items from both the strategic reserve and the Rice Millers Association of Nigeria.The directive however serves as a short-term response to the rising shortage of food in the country.Minister of Inf... -
!["Give Tinubu Time To Fix Nigeria" - Arewa Group Urges Nigerians To Shun Protests]()
"Give Tinubu Time To Fix Nigeria" - Arewa Group Urges Nigerians To Shun Protests
The Arewa Initiative for Defence and Promotion of Democracy, an amalgamation of pro-democracy groups in 19 Northern states, has called on Nigerians to shun the perceived sponsored protests against the Federal Government.Recently in Minna and Kano, citizens trooped out to protest against the high co...
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