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![35 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested In Edo]()
35 Suspected Internet Fraudsters Arrested In Edo
Thirty-five suspects have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for their alleged engagement in cybercrime in Auchi, Edo State.The arrests took place in multiple locations across the town, specifically in Vigilante Street, off Sabo Ibenafo Road, and the Back of Yak ar... -
![Senate Committee Investigates NNPCL, NAFDAC, Others For Alleged Regional Bias]()
Senate Committee Investigates NNPCL, NAFDAC, Others For Alleged Regional Bias
The Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs has initiated a series of investigative hearings to uncover alleged breaches of the Federal Character principle by several ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAS).This action stems from a motion tabled in March 2025 by Se... -
![PHOTOS; Gunmen Kill 6 Residents In Fresh Plateau Attack, Bodies Buried]()
PHOTOS; Gunmen Kill 6 Residents In Fresh Plateau Attack, Bodies Buried
At least six persons have been reportedly k!lled in a renewed attack by gunmen on Marit and Gashish communities in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident, which occurred on Monday, May 5, 2025 left many others hospitalised.Sources from the area told Daily Trust that the gun... -
![Alleged Abscondment: FCT Doctors Embark On 3-Day Warning Strike]()
Alleged Abscondment: FCT Doctors Embark On 3-Day Warning Strike
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration ARD-FCTA has embarked on a 3-day warning strike over the non-payment of April salaries for 127 of its members, following the conclusion of a staff verification exercise in which the FCT Civil Service Commission accu... -
![Zamfara Govt Deny Reports Of Non-payment Of Workers Salaries For 4 months]()
Zamfara Govt Deny Reports Of Non-payment Of Workers Salaries For 4 months
The government of Zamfara State has dismissed reports that civil servants in the state have not received salaries for four months.Briefing newsmen shortly after the State Executive Council meeting at Government House, Gusau, the Head of Civil Service, Alhaji Yakubu Sani Haidara, said the reports ar... -
![I Am A Legit Hustler, Stop Comparing Me To Oloshos - Actress Sarah Martins Fires Back At Critics]()
I Am A Legit Hustler, Stop Comparing Me To Oloshos - Actress Sarah Martins Fires Back At Critics
Popular Nigerian actress, Sarah Martins, has fired back at trolls questioning her lifestyle, claiming she makes at least 5–10 million monthly from her business.She stated that she does a legit business that gives her more respect than opening her legs for other women's husbands.According to ... -
![PHOTOS; 23Yr Old Woman Stabbed To Death By Ex-boyfriend At Her Workplace]()
PHOTOS; 23Yr Old Woman Stabbed To Death By Ex-boyfriend At Her Workplace
A 23-year-old woman identified as Snenhlanhla Mathosi, was st@bbed to d3ath by her ex-boyfriend at her workplace in Protea Glen Mall, Soweto, South Africa. The tragic incident happened on Sunday, 4 May 2025, at Pick n Pay, where she worked. The suspect was quickly arrested at the scene. The inciden... -
![NBA Explains Delay In Patience Jonathan’s Domestic Staff Trial]()
NBA Explains Delay In Patience Jonathan’s Domestic Staff Trial
The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has given an explanation for the continuous delay of the trial of 13 domestic staff members of former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, detained at the Okaka Correctional Centre in Yenagoa since 2019.During a press briefing on Monday, May 5, ahead of the 2025 Law Wee... -
![Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Confirm They Are Expecting Third Pregnancy At 2025 Met Gala]()
Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Confirm They Are Expecting Third Pregnancy At 2025 Met Gala
Hollywood power couple, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are expecting their third child together.Rihanna announced pregnancy and showed off her baby bump on her way to the Met Gala on Monday, May 5, in New York City.She was also spotted at the 2025 Met Gala, proudly displaying her baby bump. “It feels ama... -
![President Tinubu Bans Importation Of Foreign Goods, Unveils New Industrialisation Policy]()
President Tinubu Bans Importation Of Foreign Goods, Unveils New Industrialisation Policy
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a ban on importation of foreign goods, especially those that can be produced locally in Nigeria.Tinubu also placed a caveat on expatriates coming into Nigeria to execute jobs, which local contractors and artisans can undertake, unless there is convincing justificat... -
![Confusion Deepens Over VDM Arrest as Lawyer Claims No Petition Filed]()
Confusion Deepens Over VDM Arrest as Lawyer Claims No Petition Filed
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has said that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has failed to provide any justification for the continued detention of social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).Adeyanju made the statement via his official Facebook p... -
![Police Arrest Alleged Killers Of Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri's in-laws]()
Police Arrest Alleged Killers Of Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri's in-laws
The police in Bayelsa State says they have arrested the alleged killers of 50-year-old Odeinyefa Ogbolosingha, in-law to Governor Douye Diri.Those arrested were also alleged to have killed the Paramount Ruler of the Kalaba Community and Chairman of the Community Development Committee, CDC,Kol... -
!["EFCC Arrested VeryDarkMan To Silence Him" – Sowore Blows Hot]()
"EFCC Arrested VeryDarkMan To Silence Him" – Sowore Blows Hot
Former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has called out the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He alleged that EFCC arrested Verydarkman in a bid to silence him. Sowore made the claim in a post on X. He wrote: “It has been established that ... -
![President Trump Offers $1,000 To Migrants To Leave The Country]()
President Trump Offers $1,000 To Migrants To Leave The Country
President Donald Trump of the United States has offered illegal immigrants who go back to their countries on their own $1,000. This was made public on Monday by the administration of US President Donald Trump. Trump said he will pay for the travel and give $1,000 to undocumented migrants who “sel... -
![Man, David Isaiah Sentenced To Death By Hanging For Kidnapping And Killing S3x Worker In Ekiti]()
Man, David Isaiah Sentenced To Death By Hanging For Kidnapping And Killing S3x Worker In Ekiti
A 26-year-old man, David Isaiah, was sentenced to d3ath by hanging on Monday, May 5, by an Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, for the abduction and m8rder of a commercial s3x worker, Comfort James.Isaiah and his friend, Saviour Daniel, picked the deceased from a brothel on February 6, 2025... -
!['I Married A Second Wife Under Tinubu' - Katsina Man Says He's Pleased With Tinubu's Leadership]()
'I Married A Second Wife Under Tinubu' - Katsina Man Says He's Pleased With Tinubu's Leadership
A Kaduna-based man has stated that he is happy with the Tinubu-led administration because it afforded him the opportunity to marry a second wife.While speaking to newsmen during President Tinubu's visit to Katsina state over the weekend, the man stated that his community is also free from inse... -
!["The Pioneer And Visionary Of Afrobeats"- Teebillz Hails Veteran Rapper, Eldee]()
"The Pioneer And Visionary Of Afrobeats"- Teebillz Hails Veteran Rapper, Eldee
Nigerian music executive, Teebillz has showered praises on veteran rapper and producer, Eldee the Don.In a recent Instagram post, Teebillz referred to Eldee as “the pioneer and visionary of Afrobeats,” thanking him for the structure he helped create and for teaching the business side of music t... -
![Man Accused Of Taking 2Yr Old Baby From His Baby Mama And Running Away With Her In Delta]()
Man Accused Of Taking 2Yr Old Baby From His Baby Mama And Running Away With Her In Delta
A man identified as Okpedeasiwe Godstime has been accused of taking his 2-year-old from his baby mama without her consent. Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu made the allegation on Instagram. Gwamnishu alleged that Godstime lied to his child's mother that he wanted to make a video with ... -
![Bandits Kill Wife, Hold Husband Hostage Despite N10M Ransom In Niger]()
Bandits Kill Wife, Hold Husband Hostage Despite N10M Ransom In Niger
A Nigerian woman simply identified as Lami, has been killed by bandits.Gistmania reports that the victim was k!dnapped alongside her husband, Yakubu Dada, on the Kontagora Road in Niger State, on October 31, 2024.The abductors, who had earlier collected a N10 million ransom from the family, are now... -
![Abuja Man Daniel Ameh Jailed Over N35m BDC Registration Fraud]()
Abuja Man Daniel Ameh Jailed Over N35m BDC Registration Fraud
A Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, sitting in Apo, Abuja convicted and sentenced one Daniel Ameh to imprisonment for defrauding one Inalegu Egwa N35 million fraud in a bureau de change, BDC registration deal.The convict was prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , EFC... -
![Gunmen Intercept Commercial Bus, Kill Two And Abduct Four In Benue]()
Gunmen Intercept Commercial Bus, Kill Two And Abduct Four In Benue
Two persons have been k!lled while four others were kidnapped after gunmen attacked a commercial bus along Adoka Otukpo road, in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Sunday, May 4.The bus was said to be coming from Abuja en route to Otukpo when the gunmen, at about 8pm, intercepted the co... -
![Kunle Remi Reacts To Trending Video Showing The Toilet In A ‘Luxury Apartment’ In Lekki, Lagos]()
Kunle Remi Reacts To Trending Video Showing The Toilet In A ‘Luxury Apartment’ In Lekki, Lagos
Actor Kunle Remi has reacted to the trending video showing the bathroom and toilet space built in a ‘luxury apartment' somewhere in Lekki.He posted a video showing the toilet boil located directly in front of the glass wall bathroom with no leg space for anyone using the toilet. ''... -
![UPDATE: Killer of Nigerian Nursing Student in US, Tamilore Odunsi Uncovered]()
UPDATE: Killer of Nigerian Nursing Student in US, Tamilore Odunsi Uncovered
Tamilore Odunsi, the 23-year-old London nursing student in the U.S was fatally stabbed to death by her roommate over an alleged dispute over catsElizabeth Tamilore Odunsi, known as Tami and who was London based, was stabbed in her home in Houston, Texas, where she had been studying. The Houston Pol... -
![Self Proclaimed Arewa Youths President Makes U-Turn, Calls For Verydarkman’s Release]()
Self Proclaimed Arewa Youths President Makes U-Turn, Calls For Verydarkman’s Release
Self proclaimed president of the Arewa Youths, Abdul DanBature calls for the release of the controversial activist, Verydarkman weeks after issuing him an ultimatum.It would be recalled that some days ago, the supposed northern youth president had issued an ultimatum to Verydarkman to apologize to ... -
![#FreeVDM: Protest Erupts In Abuja Over Detention Of Social Activist (VIDEO)]()
#FreeVDM: Protest Erupts In Abuja Over Detention Of Social Activist (VIDEO)
A group of youths staged a protest in Abuja on Monday, demanding the immediate release of popular activist and social media influencer, Martins Otse, widely known as Very Dark Man (VDM).The demonstration began shortly after reports emerged that Otse had been arrested under unclear circumstances.Acc... -
![VIDEO: BBN’s Nengi Makes First Public Appearance Since Welcoming A Baby]()
VIDEO: BBN’s Nengi Makes First Public Appearance Since Welcoming A Baby
Ex-reality star, Nengi Hampson has made her FIRST PUBLIC appearance since welcoming a baby girl in February, 2025Nengi was seen in a see-through outfit as she recently graced an event.As expected, her outfit which showed her ample butt, has got people talking on social media.Watch the video below�... -
![Nengi Breaks Silence After Being Dragged For Making First Appearance in a Transparent Outfit]()
Nengi Breaks Silence After Being Dragged For Making First Appearance in a Transparent Outfit
Former Big Brother Naija star Nengi Hampson has opened up about her post-pregnancy challenges, just two months after undergoing an emergency C-section. In a candid social media post, Nengi addressed critics who had dragged her for wearing a see-through outfit, explaining that she’s still in recov... -
![Moment Kenya’s President, William Ruto Was Hit by a Shoe Thrown At Him During Rally (Video)]()
Moment Kenya’s President, William Ruto Was Hit by a Shoe Thrown At Him During Rally (Video)
Kenya’s President William Ruto was targeted by a shoe thrown at him during a speech on the cost of living, a topic that has fueled public anger. The incident took place on Sunday, May 4, during a rally in Migori County, western Kenya. Videos shared on social media showed Ruto calmly blocking the ... -
![Man Mocks Women Who Are Against polygamy as He Shows Off His Two Wives Together(VID)]()
Man Mocks Women Who Are Against polygamy as He Shows Off His Two Wives Together(VID)
Alhaji Ali Kamal, a Ghanaian man, has sparked reactions online after addressing women who reject polygamy, claiming they simply don’t want to share their husbands. In a bold and cheeky post, Kamal shared a video highlighting the close bond between his two wives, challenging the common perception ... -
![Video of a Uniformed Police Officer Stooping to Tie Ganduje's Shoe Lace Sparks Reactions]()
Video of a Uniformed Police Officer Stooping to Tie Ganduje's Shoe Lace Sparks Reactions
A video of the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, and a police officer stooping before him has gone viral on social media, sparking public outrage and debate.In the clip, the officer is seen bending close to Ganduje’s feet, prompting many online users to speculate that he was either cleani... -
![Who Laughs Last, Laughs Best - Bobrisky Says Amidst VDM’s Arrest and Detention by EFCC]()
Who Laughs Last, Laughs Best - Bobrisky Says Amidst VDM’s Arrest and Detention by EFCC
Bobrisky has stirred controversy again by seemingly mocking VeryDarkMan (VDM), who is currently in EFCC detention. Earlier today, Bobrisky posted a video of himself laughing on social media with the caption "He who laughs last, laughs best." The timing and tone of the video have led m... -
![VIDEO; Free Verydarkman - Seun Kuti Joins Call For Critic’s Release]()
VIDEO; Free Verydarkman - Seun Kuti Joins Call For Critic’s Release
Afrobeat musician and activist Seun Kuti has weighed in on the controversial arrest of social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM), describing the situation as a reflection of systemic abuse of power in Nigeria.Speaking out in a video posted on Instagram, Seun Kuti said he contacted the activist’s lawy... -
![“It’s Like He Came Back”; Davido Says Newborn Son Strikingly Resembles Late Son, Ifeanyi]()
“It’s Like He Came Back”; Davido Says Newborn Son Strikingly Resembles Late Son, Ifeanyi
Nigerian music star Davido has opened up about the emotional journey of losing his first son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, and the uncanny resemblance between his late child and his newborn twin son.In a recent interview with Ebro Darden on Apple Music 1, Davido described the likeness between his son, born in ... -
!["Your Favorite Is A Baby Girl" — Blessing CEO Mocks VeryDarkMan Following EFCC Arrest]()
"Your Favorite Is A Baby Girl" — Blessing CEO Mocks VeryDarkMan Following EFCC Arrest
Controversial relationship coach Blessing CEO has taken a swipe at social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM), mocking his recent arrest by the EFCC and questioning his reputation as a fearless activist.In a no-holds-barred rant via her IG page, Blessing didn't just react to the news—she used it ... -
![EFCC Denies Confirming And Giving Reasons For VeryDarkMan's Recent Arrest]()
EFCC Denies Confirming And Giving Reasons For VeryDarkMan's Recent Arrest
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied media reports claiming that popular social media activist Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested due to multiple petitions submitted by various individuals.In a post on its official Facebook page on Monday, the Co... -
![Ekiti Man, David Isaiah To Die By Hanging For Killing Sex Worker With Herbicide]()
Ekiti Man, David Isaiah To Die By Hanging For Killing Sex Worker With Herbicide
Justice Lekan Olatawura of the Ekiti State High Court, sitting in Ado Ekiti, has sentenced 26-year-old David Isaiah to death by hanging for conspiracy, kidnapping, and murder.The convict was arraigned before Justice Lekan Olatawura on 18th April 2024 on a three-count charge of conspiracy, kidnappin... -
![What The “Nigeria First Policy,” Newly Approved by President Tinubu is All About]()
What The “Nigeria First Policy,” Newly Approved by President Tinubu is All About
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the "Nigeria First Policy.” Which means No procurement of foreign goods or services available locally.Moving ahead, priority will be given to Nigerian industries in all procurement activities. In cases where local supply is insufficient, contracts wil... -
![Skit Gone Wrong! Kaduna Content Creator Lands in EFCC Custody Over Naira Abuse]()
Skit Gone Wrong! Kaduna Content Creator Lands in EFCC Custody Over Naira Abuse
Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested a social media content creator, Muhammed Kabir Sa’ad for allegedly abusing Naira notes.In a statement released, the commission said Sa’ad made a video of himself on his Tik Tok and Ins... -
![Singer Portable Cries Out, Reveals How He Was Tracked And Almost Kidnapped At First Bank]()
Singer Portable Cries Out, Reveals How He Was Tracked And Almost Kidnapped At First Bank
Controversial singer, Portable alleges that he was tracked and almost kidnapped at the notable bank, First Bank.This comes amid controversy involving Verydarkman and Guaranteed Trust Bank GTB.IAccording to Portable, he had visited the bank when he was almost abducted by people whose identity he did... -
![Reps Minority Caucus Urges EFCC To Release Or Charge Verydarkman To Court]()
Reps Minority Caucus Urges EFCC To Release Or Charge Verydarkman To Court
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to either release Mr Martins Otse—popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM)—or charge him to court without delay.In a statement issued on Monday, the minority leader, Rep. Kingsley...
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