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Armed Robber Rap3s 20-yr-old Jigawa Housewife In Husband's Presence After Stealing Five Bags Of Pepper
In a recent development, the Jigawa State Police Command has successfully apprehended a suspected armed robber accused of raping a 20-year-old housewife in Ringim Local Government Area of the state.The disclosure was made by the state Commissioner of Police, CP AT Abdullahi, during a press briefing... -
'It Was All A Stunt' -Eniola Ajao Pleads Again, Begs Nigerians To Watch Her N200m Movie
Eniola while appealing again, says awarding Bob the Best Dressed Female at her movie premiere, Ajakaju was just a stunt and Bob got nothing for it.Recall Eniola has now announced Bose Alao Best Dressed Female, and Bose got N1m for it.Bob’s award has been a huge controversy online since the announ... -
“You No Go Pay”: Drama As Old Video Of Basketmouth Begging Wizkid For Free Promo Surfaces Online
An old clip of popular comedian Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth, begging Wizkid for one of his shows has been sighted on social media. In the video, which made the rounds, the Grammy Award winner was sitting down and making a call when the comedian came to him. Basketmouth asked Wizkid ... -
American Rapper, 50 Cent Faces Rap3 Accusations By Ex-girlfriend, Daphne Joy
Renowned American rapper and entrepreneur, 50 Cent, has been embroiled in controversy after his ex-girlfriend and mother of his child, Daphne Joy, accused him of rape and assault.The allegations surfaced amid reports that 50 Cent was seeking sole custody of their son, Sire, following Joy's inv... -
Saudi Arabia Set To Make Debut In Miss Universe Pageant; To Be Represented By Super Model, Rumy Alqahtani
Rumy Alqahtani, a 27-year-old model and content creator hailing from Riyadh, has been selected to represent Saudi Arabia in the upcoming Miss Universe 2024 pageant. Taking to her Instagram page, Alqahtani expressed her honor at the opportunity, marking Saudi Arabia's debut in the prestigious c... -
CBN Sets New Minimum Capital Requirements For Banks At N500 billion
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced revised minimum capital requirements for banks, stipulating a minimum capital base of ₦500 billion for commercial banks with international authorization.In a circular addressed to all commercial, merchant, and non-interest banks, as well as promote... -
"I’ve Not Touched My N120M" - Ilebaye Odiniya Debunks Financial Struggles Rumors On Snapchat
Ilebaye Odiniya, the winner of BBNaija All-stars, recently took to Snapchat to address rumors suggesting she might be facing financial struggles despite winning the grand prize of N120 million.Responding to comments from followers who questioned her financial status, the reality TV star emphasized ... -
"All The Way From UK": Bride Overjoyed As Her Boss Flies To Nigeria To Attend Her Wedding Ceremony
An Indian man and his wife have flown to Nigeria to honour one of their staff, a Nigerian lady who just got married. The couple flew in on her wedding dayThe bride was not expecting her boss to fly thousands of miles to be by her side on her wedding day.She got filled with joy when the Indian boss ... -
After Spending Two Years In Prison, Court Acquits 23-year-old Man, Victory Tasie Accused Of R*ping Girlfriend
After spending two years in prison, Victory Tasie, a 23-year-old man accused of r*ping his 19-year-old girlfriend, has been discharged and acquitted by Justice Abiola Soladoye of the Ikeja S*xual Offences and Domestic Violence Court.The judge ruled on a no-case submission filed by Tasie's coun... -
'You’re The Prettiest Woman In The World' - BBNaija's Angel Celebrates Mom On Her Birthday
Ex-BBNaija housemate, Angel Smith is celebrating her mother, Titilala Brownshugar, as she turns 41.The reality TV star hauled praises on her beloved mother in a post on Twitter.The 24-year-old posted some adorable photos of her mother, both past and present. One of which was her mum holding her whe... -
Binance Faces $35.4 Million Money Laundering Charges: International Manhunt For Executives
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed charges against cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance Holdings Limited and two of its senior executives, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, totaling $35,400,000 in money laundering allegations.The EFCC, taking over the case from ... -
Oxlade Raises Concerns About Treatment In Nigerian Music Industry
Ikuforiji Olaitan, better known as Oxlade in the Nigerian music scene, has opened up about facing challenges in the industry, claiming he's experiencing a form of blacklisting. In a recent freestyle session on Glitch Africa, the singer expressed his frustrations, citing various issues he'... -
Former BBNaija Contestant, Deji Morafa Attains Pharmaceutical License In The U.S.
In a significant stride towards his career advancement, former Big Brother Naija housemate, Deji Morafa, has achieved a notable milestone in the United States by obtaining a pharmaceutical license.Morafa took to his social media platform to share the exciting news with his followers. He uploaded a ... -
Pregnant Woman, Mmesoma Odili Loses Baby During Detention Over Land Dispute In Anambra
In Umuosiegbo village, Umunya, located in the Oyi local government area of Anambra State, Mrs. Mmesoma Odili finds herself engulfed in sorrow after suffering the loss of her pregnancy during eight days of detention at the Zone 13 Police Headquarters in Ukpo, Anambra State.The heartbreaking ordeal b... -
Police Hand Over Wanted Delta Monarch Ogenerukeywe To Military
The police have handed over a wanted traditional ruler, Clement Ikolo Ogenerukeywe, the king of Ewu Kingdom, Delta State, to the military.The Nation reports that this was confirmed by Delta State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe.The Police Commissioner, Abaniwonda Olufemi, ... -
Explosion Rocks Dawaki In Nigeria's Capital Territory: Incident Leaves Residents Alarmed
In a startling development this Friday morning, an explosion rattled the tranquility of Dawaki, nestled within the Bwari Local Government Area of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory. The blast, occurring around 8:30 am, left at least one individual injured, raising concerns and prompting an ur... -
"Buhari's ‘Shoot-On-Sight’ Order Contributed To Insecurity In South-East Nigeria" - RULAAC
In a recent development, the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC), a civic organization, has highlighted the multifaceted nature of the insecurity crisis in South-East Nigeria. Contrary to popular narratives, RULAAC asserts that the issue cannot be solely attributed to secessioni... -
Prices Of Food Items And Goods Are Gradually Coming Down Says Ooni Of Ife
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi says prices of food and other goods are crashing gradually in Nigeria, assured President Bola Tinubu of the unwavering support of traditional rulers in the country.The Ooni said this during Ramadan Iftar with traditional rulers and religious leaders at the Stat... -
"Let’s Team Up To Plead On Verydarkman Behalf" – Hon. Simon Oshi
Former aspirant for the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Simon Oshi has lent his voice to the arrest and detainment of popular Nigerian critic, Verydarkman.Gistmania reports that a few days ago Verydarkman was arrested by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on charges concerning cyberbullying and ... -
Two Years Later, Suspect In 2022 Vaughan Lounge Shooting Involving Two Nigerians Arrested In U.S.
CP24 reports that a suspect wanted in connection with a 2022 lounge shooting in Vaughan, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals, has been apprehended in the United States.York Regional Police announced on Thursday that Kensworth Alton Francis, 29, of Mississauga, was taken into custody by ... -
Nigerians Blast Jay Boogie Over ‘Seductive’ Feminine Photos
Nigerians have taken to social media to lambast controversial crossdresser, Daniel Anthony Nsikan aka Jay Boogie after he shared seductive photos dressed as a woman. The crossdresser shared the photos after a successful BBL.Recall that he had tricked Nigerians some months back by pleading for finan... -
"People Are Threatening To Kill Me And My Son Liam" - Mohbad's Widow Wunmi Cries Out
Mohbad's widow Wunmi has tearfully taken to Instagram claiming that her life and her son's life are in jeopardy.The late singer's wife hosted an Instagram live session in the late hours of March 28, 2024, and tearfully opened up about the bullying she has faced. "Ilerioluwa woul... -
Pandemonium As BRT Bus Conveying 60 Passengers Almost Dash Into Lagoon In Lagos
A terrific accident was prevented on the Third Mainland Bridge on Friday as a BRT bus conveying 60 passengers from the mainland to the island while on motion swayed and climbed the covet to dash into the lagoon.It was gathered that the incident which occurred on Friday morning, March 29 was halted ... -
Bayelsa Senator, Benson Konbowei Remanded In Prison Over Alleged NYSC Certificate Forgery
In a recent development, a serving Senator, Benson Konbowei, representing Bayelsa Central, has been remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre by a High Court in Apo, Abuja, over allegations of forgery of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) exemption certificate.The arraignment of Senator Konbowei to... -
Kano Police Apprehend 22 Suspected Hoodlums, Declare 30 Others Wanted (Photos)
In a bid to clamp down on the resurgence of thuggery and violent crimes in Kano State, the Kano State Police Command has arrested twenty-two suspected hoodlums while declaring thirty others wanted.According to the spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the state Commissioner of Po... -
First Black Man To Win Supporting Actor Oscar, Louis Gossett Jr Dies At 87
Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor at Oscars and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has d!edGossett’s nephew told The Associated Press that the actor d!ed in Santa Monica, California, on Thursday night. His cause of d3ath was not re... -
Rita Edochie Reacts As May Edochie Remembers Her Late Son After One Year
Rita Edochie, Nollywood actor Yul Edochie’s aunt, has marked the one-year remembrance of the death of his son with his estranged wife, May Edochie, Kambilichukwu.In a post shared on her Instagram, she reflects on the passage of time since his departure from this world, leaving behind cherished me... -
"How Advice From People Fueled My Entertainment Career" – Ebuka Obi-Uchendu
Popular TV host of the famed reality show, Big Brother Naija, Ebuka has opened up on the role friends and family members played to make his career a success. He revealed that encouragement and support of others helped him land his first job in the entertainment industry. Recall that Ebuka had parti... -
Seventeen Internet Fraudsters Sentenced In Bauchi
In a significant legal development, seventeen individuals involved in internet fraud, commonly known as "yahoo-yahoo," have received varying jail terms after pleading guilty to separate charges filed against them by the Gombe Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (... -
'If Your Man Is Nice To You, Don't Tell Your Friends About It' - Politician, Okai Advises Women
Usman Okai Austin, a Nigerian activist and immediate past PDP House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/ Bassa Constituency in Kogi State, has issued some words of advice to women.He advised women who are dating nice men not to tell their friends about the men.According to him, this is because ... -
Shocking As Gunmen Storm Celestial Church In Ogun, Abduct Two Worshippers
The Ogun State Police Command has reported that a group of gunmen believed to be kidnappers raided a Celestial Church in the state and kidnapped two worshippers.The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola, who made this known in a short statement issued on Friday, said the suspect... -
Woman Shares Text Message She Received From Her Father After She Missed His Call Twice
A Nigerian woman on the social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), has told an interesting story about her father.She shared the text message her father sent to her after she missed his calls twice.She shared it with the caption: “Just 2 missed calls from my dad he'd give me an e... -
Yul Edochie Takes His Second Wife, Judy Austin To His Village In Anambra
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has revealed that he recently took his second wife, Judy Austin, to his village in Anambra State.Taking to his Instagram page, Yul Edochie announced their arrival in Ntenje, Anambra State, his hometown, expressing anticipation for what lies ahead.The actor hinted at the... -
"Don’t Curse Nigeria, Remove Bad Leaders In 2027" – Tinubu To Religious Leaders
President Bola Tinubu has called on religious leaders to refrain from vilifying or denigrating the nation in their sermons.According to a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the president spoke during Ramadan Iftar with traditional rulers and religious leaders at the State House in Abuja on ... -
I Have No Hand in The Killing - Delta Monarch Cries Out After Being Declared Wanted by The Army (VID)
Delta monarch has cried out after being declared wanted by the army over kill!ng of soldiers in Okuama commmunitySpeaking to Galaxy TV, the traditional ruler of Ewu community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta state said he was shocked to see his name on the list of wanted persons.He d... -
Newly Wedded Wife Bathes Husband With Hot Water For Stopping Her From Making Calls
A newly wedded wife, Amina Abashe, allegedly poured boiling water on her husband, Shehu Abdullahi, following a disagreement over her frequent phone calls with other men.The incident happened in Kontangora Local Government Area of Niger State. The husband, Abdullahi, who spoke with Daily Trust, from... -
Renowned Nigerian Playwright, Wole Oguntokun Is Dead
Wole Oguntokun, the renowned Nigerian playwright and theatre director, has died.Oguntokun, who was also a lawyer, passed away at the age of 56 on Wednesday.The news of his passing was shared by his friend and film director, Kayode Peters, on hisThe post read, “I remember that year. I was just c... -
How Woman Suffered Organ Failure From Hair Cream Which Caused Her Kidney To Shut Down
A woman experienced organ failure when a chemical commonly found in hair straighteners led to the shutdown of her kidneys.The woman, who was not named, felt nauseous and suffered from vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and back pain just after regularly using products with glyoxylic acid, according to Mail... -
'I Can't Drive Any Of My Kids Away If DNA Test Shows They're Not My Biological Children' - Man Says
Takema Akom Smith, a Nigerian man from Benue State, has talked about paternity fraud and what he will do if he gets caught up with it.The man, who is well-known on Facebook, explained that he won't give up his children even DNA test shows they are not his biological kids.According to him, the ... -
If Car Owner Toast You No Go Video Am – Lady Stirs Reactions After Laughing At Keke Man Toaster
Lady generates a buzz online as she shares a video of her interaction with a keke man who was toasting her after he dropped her off at her destination.The lady was being wooed by the keke rider who didn’t have any idea that she was recording him while he was trying to ask her out.He told the lady...
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