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![Mercy Johnson No Longer Wears Her Rings, Raises Eyebrow As Fans React]()
Mercy Johnson No Longer Wears Her Rings, Raises Eyebrow As Fans React
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson Okojie has responded to a fan who raised an eyebrow over her marital status.Taking to the comment section of her TikTok page, the fan noted that the mother of four was no longer wearing her wedding ring and questioned whether everything was okay with her and her poli... -
![Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Sends a Sarcastic Apology to Senate Pres., Godswill Akpabio]()
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Sends a Sarcastic Apology to Senate Pres., Godswill Akpabio
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has issued a sarcastic apology to Senate President Godswill Akpabio.The letter which reads in part: SATIRICAL APOLOGY LETTERFrom the Desk of Senator Natasha Akpoti UduaghanDear Distinguished Senate President Godswill Akpabio,It is with the deepest sarcasm a... -
![Nigerian Business Mogul, Dilly Umenyiora and Anastasia Malandrenia, Set to Wed This December]()
Nigerian Business Mogul, Dilly Umenyiora and Anastasia Malandrenia, Set to Wed This December
Businessman, Dilly Umenyiora, and his fiancee, Anastasia Adamma Malandrenia, are getting married on December 20th, 2025. The Greek beauty expert announced her engagement to recently divorced Dilly in December 2024.The father of three popped the question to Anastasia with a ring said to be 5.5karat ... -
![Buhari Supporter Wants Goodluck Jonathan to Contest in 2027 Presidential Election]()
Buhari Supporter Wants Goodluck Jonathan to Contest in 2027 Presidential Election
Jibril Mustapha, president of the Nigeria Rescue Mission Organisation and former president of Buhari Youth Organisation (BYO), on Sunday urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election.Mr Mustapha, who made this call in a statement on Sunday in Lagos, said Mr Jona... -
![Meet Saudi 'Sleeping Prince' Who Has Been in Coma For Almost 20 Years]()
Meet Saudi 'Sleeping Prince' Who Has Been in Coma For Almost 20 Years
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, widely known as Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince,’ turned 36 on April 18, 2025. Despite the passing of years, his world remains frozen in time. Since 2005, he has been in a coma, the result of a severe brain injury sustained during a car crash in London w... -
![Rapper Sasha P Assaulted by Group of Women During Road Dispute (Photos)]()
Rapper Sasha P Assaulted by Group of Women During Road Dispute (Photos)
Nigerian rap icon Anthonia Yetunde Alabi, popularly known as Sasha P, has recounted a harrowing experience after she was attacked by a group of young women during a road altercation.In a statement shared via her X account on Sunday, Sasha P revealed that the incident unfolded while she was a... -
![Nigeria Among Top African Countries Deported From US (See Full List)]()
Nigeria Among Top African Countries Deported From US (See Full List)
Nigeria has been ranked third on the list of African countries with the highest number of deportations from the United States between 2020 and 2025.A total of 437 Nigerian nationals were removed from the US during the period.This is according to recent data from the United States Immigration and Cu... -
![Businesswoman Breaks Down in Tears After Boutique Is Looted (Video)]()
Businesswoman Breaks Down in Tears After Boutique Is Looted (Video)
A Nigerian businesswoman has taken to social media to express her anguish after unknown individuals broke into her boutique and stole all her merchandise.The emotional scene was captured in a video posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), where the distraught woman is seen weeping while speaking on... -
![NDLEA Busts ₦1bn Drug Cartel Operating From Luxury Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos (Photos)]()
NDLEA Busts ₦1bn Drug Cartel Operating From Luxury Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos (Photos)
In a major crackdown on organized drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a large-scale cannabis operation hidden within an 80-room hotel in the heart of Victoria Island, Lagos.According to a statement released on Sunday by Femi Babafemi, the agency’s Dire... -
![Deadly Drug Crisis: Trillions Lost, Thousands of Lives At Risk As Fake Medicines Flood Markets]()
Deadly Drug Crisis: Trillions Lost, Thousands of Lives At Risk As Fake Medicines Flood Markets
Nigeria is grappling with an escalating public health emergency as counterfeit and substandard drugs worth trillions of naira continue to flood the markets, putting millions of lives at risk. In sweeping enforcement actions in recent weeks, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and C... -
![Osun Monarch, Pastor Plead Guilty to $4.2m COVID-19 Fraud Case in US, Face Jail Term]()
Osun Monarch, Pastor Plead Guilty to $4.2m COVID-19 Fraud Case in US, Face Jail Term
Joseph Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, and Pastor Edward Oluwasanmi have both pleaded guilty to scamming the United States government out of 4.2 million dollars in COVID-19 relief funds.Court documents cited by Punch revealed that Oluwasanmi used a network of companies, including Day... -
![PHOTOS+ VIDEO: Beautiful Moments From Gospel Singer Steve Crown's White Wedding With Ruth]()
PHOTOS+ VIDEO: Beautiful Moments From Gospel Singer Steve Crown's White Wedding With Ruth
A beautiful and emotional scene unfolded at gospel singer Steve Crown's wedding as his bride, Ruth, knelt before him to take her vows.In the touching moment captured on video and photos, Ruth went down on her knees, looking radiant and humbled, as she pledged her love and commitment to Steve d... -
![VIDEO: Drama as Speed Darlington Threatens to Leave Club Over Burna Boy’s Song]()
VIDEO: Drama as Speed Darlington Threatens to Leave Club Over Burna Boy’s Song
Controversial singer and internet personality, Speed Darlington, caused a scene at a club recently when he threatened to leave because the DJ played a Burna Boy song.In a viral clip, Speed Darlington could be heard warning the DJ in Pidgin, “I go go,” making it clear he would exit if the song c... -
![Woman Accuses Supplier Of Defrauding Her of ₦40 Million, Goes Into Hiding Over Loan Default (Video)]()
Woman Accuses Supplier Of Defrauding Her of ₦40 Million, Goes Into Hiding Over Loan Default (Video)
A Nigerian woman has raised alarm on social media after alleging she was defrauded of ₦40 million by a man who promised to supply her goods, forcing her into hiding as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) pursues her over unpaid loans.The distressed woman shared her ordeal in a vid... -
![Power Outage, Fuel Shortage During Surgery Claims Woman’s Life At Minna Hospital]()
Power Outage, Fuel Shortage During Surgery Claims Woman’s Life At Minna Hospital
A man has been thrown into mourning after his wife tragically passed away during a surgical operation at Jummai Babangida Aliyu General Hospital, Minna, following a prolonged power outage and a reported lack of fuel for the hospital’s backup generator.The grieving husband shared the heartbreaking... -
![NDLEA Seizes Cocaine Hidden in Body Cream Shipment Bound for Saudi Arabia]()
NDLEA Seizes Cocaine Hidden in Body Cream Shipment Bound for Saudi Arabia
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 46 wraps of cocaine, weighing 547 grams, concealed inside body cream containers intended for shipment to Saudi Arabia.This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Femi Babafemi, the NDLEA’s Director of Media and Ad... -
![Six Villagers Killed, Others Abducted In ISWAP Ambush in Borno]()
Six Villagers Killed, Others Abducted In ISWAP Ambush in Borno
Suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) launched a deadly ambush on villagers from Pulka community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of six residents.The attack, which took place around 4:30 p.m. at the Bokko-Ghide/Ngoshe... -
![NDLEA Nabs Three Ghanaian Women Smuggling Cannabis At Seme Border]()
NDLEA Nabs Three Ghanaian Women Smuggling Cannabis At Seme Border
Three Ghanaian women have been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) while attempting to smuggle illicit drugs into Nigeria through the Seme border area of Badagry, Lagos.The arrest was confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by the agency’s Director of Medi... -
![2Baba Reunites With Mother Amid Controversy Over Alleged Romance With Natasha Osawaru (Video)]()
2Baba Reunites With Mother Amid Controversy Over Alleged Romance With Natasha Osawaru (Video)
Nigerian music icon, 2Baba Idibia, has reunited with his mother, Rosemary Idibia, amid swirling rumors about his alleged relationship with Natasha Osawaru.The reunion comes after speculation that 2Baba’s mother disapproved of his reported romance with Natasha, a controversy that has sparked wides... -
![“Pope Francis was killed by COVID-19 Vaccine" - Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Sparks Outrage (Video)]()
“Pope Francis was killed by COVID-19 Vaccine" - Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Sparks Outrage (Video)
Prominent Nigerian televangelist and founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has ignited controversy following comments he made about the death of Pope Francis.After news of the Pope’s passing spread online — prompting a flood of condolences on social media — Oyakhilome stirred de... -
![Man Narrates How He Nabbed Lady Who Scammed Him Of Over ₦500,000 With Fake Pregnancy, CS Story]()
Man Narrates How He Nabbed Lady Who Scammed Him Of Over ₦500,000 With Fake Pregnancy, CS Story
A Nigerian man has shared a cautionary tale online, revealing how he was scammed out of over ₦500,000 by a woman who faked a pregnancy and lied about undergoing a cesarean section (CS).In an anonymous account posted on social media, the man explained that the ordeal began in April 2017 when he me... -
![Five Killed in Rivers State Explosion Linked to Illegal Petroleum Storage]()
Five Killed in Rivers State Explosion Linked to Illegal Petroleum Storage
At least five people have been confirmed dead following an explosion that rocked a residential area in Omoku, headquarters of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, on Saturday.The blast, which occurred around 11 a.m., was said to have originated from a room used to store illegall... -
![Father, Stepfather Arraigned In Ondo Court For Rap!ng 10-yr-old Girl & Procuring An Abortion]()
Father, Stepfather Arraigned In Ondo Court For Rap!ng 10-yr-old Girl & Procuring An Abortion
A 10-year-old girl in Ondo State has allegedly been defiled by her father, Adebowale Adegboye, and stepfather, Idowu Akinseye. Both men were said to have had carnal knowledge of the victim at different times.The 38-year-old father was further said to have procured ab@rtion for her when she got preg... -
![Missing JAMB Candidate, Esther Oluwafayofunmi Oladele Found Safe Two Days After Disappearance]()
Missing JAMB Candidate, Esther Oluwafayofunmi Oladele Found Safe Two Days After Disappearance
A JAMB candidate who went missing on April 24 while on her way to sit for her UTME examination has been found safe, two days after her disappearance.The news was confirmed via a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), where the candidate’s family had earlier raised an alarm over her sudden disappear... -
![Police Bust Arms Cache in Akwa Ibom, Arrest 72-Year-Old Suspect, Monday Maurice Okoko]()
Police Bust Arms Cache in Akwa Ibom, Arrest 72-Year-Old Suspect, Monday Maurice Okoko
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has uncovered a criminal armory in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, arresting a 72-year-old man identified as Monday Maurice Okoko.According to a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, the raid was carried out at about 5:15 a.m. on Sa... -
![Woman, Salamatu Arrested in Adamawa for Scalding Ex-Husband’s Fiancée With Hot Water]()
Woman, Salamatu Arrested in Adamawa for Scalding Ex-Husband’s Fiancée With Hot Water
Police in Adamawa State have arrested a woman, identified as Salamatu, for allegedly attacking her ex-husband’s fiancée with hot water, causing severe injuries.The shocking incident took place in Jambutu, Yola North Local Government Area, just months before the couple’s scheduled wedding.Accor... -
![NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Supermarket Over Sale of Banned & Counterfeit Products]()
NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Supermarket Over Sale of Banned & Counterfeit Products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed a supermarket in the Maitama district of Abuja for allegedly selling banned, unregistered, and counterfeit products.In a statement released by the agency, officials disclosed that during an inspection visit, they u... -
![Heartbreak and Healing: Nigerian Lady Recounts How Fiancé Canceled Wedding Weeks To Big Day]()
Heartbreak and Healing: Nigerian Lady Recounts How Fiancé Canceled Wedding Weeks To Big Day
A Nigerian woman has recounted the emotional ordeal she faced after her fiancé abruptly canceled their wedding just weeks before the ceremony, despite no wrongdoing on her part.Sharing her story via a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), the woman revealed that the cancellation came as a complet... -
![Drama as Man Demands DNA Test Before Paying ₦500,000 Hospital Bill After Wife’s Infidelity Uncovered]()
Drama as Man Demands DNA Test Before Paying ₦500,000 Hospital Bill After Wife’s Infidelity Uncovered
A dramatic situation is unfolding online after a man reportedly discovered his pregnant wife had been unfaithful multiple times during her pregnancy — and is now refusing to settle her ₦500,000 hospital bill without a DNA test.The story surfaced through an anonymous post shared on X, formerly k... -
![Video Of PHCN Outage During Mark Zuckerberg’s Visit To Lagos Goes Viral]()
Video Of PHCN Outage During Mark Zuckerberg’s Visit To Lagos Goes Viral
A video capturing a humorous moment during Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg’s visit to Lagos has sparked widespread reactions across social media.In the clip, renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan is seen deep in conversation with Zuckerberg when an unexpected power outage struck — courtes... -
![Protest Erupts At NAPTIP Office As Concerned Mothers Demand Probe Of MFM’s Dr. Daniel Olukoya]()
Protest Erupts At NAPTIP Office As Concerned Mothers Demand Probe Of MFM’s Dr. Daniel Olukoya
Tensions flared on Friday at the headquarters of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) as a group of Nigerian women under the Concerned Mothers Advocacy Group staged a protest, demanding a thorough investigation into serious allegations against Dr. Daniel Olukoy... -
![DSS Seizes Cache of Weapons in Delta, Arrests British Army Major Over Alleged Plot to Instigate Unrest]()
DSS Seizes Cache of Weapons in Delta, Arrests British Army Major Over Alleged Plot to Instigate Unrest
The Department of State Services (DSS) has uncovered a major arms smuggling operation in Delta State, recovering 50 AK-47 rifles, six pump-action guns, and over 3,000 rounds of ammunition during a covert operation in Asaba.The security agency also arrested an Itsekiri man serving as a Major in the ... -
![Davido Recounts How Nigerian Security Agencies Were Deployed After He Fled Home To Pursue Music]()
Davido Recounts How Nigerian Security Agencies Were Deployed After He Fled Home To Pursue Music
International Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about a dramatic chapter in his youth when Nigerian security agencies were mobilized to find him after he ran away from home to chase his musical dreams.Speaking on a recent episode of the American podcast *B... -
![FBI Arrests 22 Nigerians in Connection to Deadly Sextortion Schemes Targeting Teen Boys]()
FBI Arrests 22 Nigerians in Connection to Deadly Sextortion Schemes Targeting Teen Boys
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has successfully apprehended 22 Nigerians allegedly behind a series of horrifying sextortion schemes that have led to the tragic suicides of more than 20 teenage boys across the United States since 2021. The arrests were part of a major law enforcement init... -
![Nigerian Businesswoman, Adeife Adeoye Loses N15 Million in Lagos Housing Scam]()
Nigerian Businesswoman, Adeife Adeoye Loses N15 Million in Lagos Housing Scam
A Nigerian businesswoman, Adeife Adeoye, has taken to social media to lament after falling victim to a house scam in Lagos, losing almost N15 million in the process.Adeoye shared her ordeal on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, revealing that she had believed she secured a property, only to discover... -
![UK Deports 43 Nigerians In Latest Crackdown On Immigration Violations]()
UK Deports 43 Nigerians In Latest Crackdown On Immigration Violations
The United Kingdom has deported 43 Nigerians as part of its intensified efforts to tighten immigration control and enforce border policies. According to a report released Friday on the UK government’s official website, the deported individuals included 15 failed asylum seekers, 11 foreign nationa... -
![Abroad Based Man Cries Out After His Macbook Pro Was Stolen Shortly After he Landed in Nigeria]()
Abroad Based Man Cries Out After His Macbook Pro Was Stolen Shortly After he Landed in Nigeria
a man shared on social media that after arriving in Lagos, Nigeria, his laptop, PlayStation 5, and other valuable items were stolen from his bag at the airport. He expressed deep frustration, explaining that he had carefully packed his things before traveling, but upon getting home and opening his ... -
![Police Uncover Human Trafficking Ring In Ibadan, Rescue 84 Victims (Video)]()
Police Uncover Human Trafficking Ring In Ibadan, Rescue 84 Victims (Video)
The Oyo State Police Command has dismantled a major human trafficking syndicate operating in Ibadan, rescuing 84 victims in a dramatic raid on a property in the city’s Orogun area.Police confirmed that 83 adults and one child, all reportedly nationals of the Democratic Republic of Congo, were fre... -
![Truck Falls Off Pen Cinema Bridge, Crushes Two Mini-Buses in Lagos (Photos + Videos)]()
Truck Falls Off Pen Cinema Bridge, Crushes Two Mini-Buses in Lagos (Photos + Videos)
A major accident rocked the Agege area of Lagos on Saturday morning after a truck plunged off the Pen Cinema flyover, crushing two commercial mini-buses, popularly called ‘korope’, along Old Abeokuta Road.The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), which confirmed the incident at 8:3... -
![“I Bought My First House At 24”- Media Entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo Reflects on Life-Altering Financial Choices, (Video)]()
“I Bought My First House At 24”- Media Entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo Reflects on Life-Altering Financial Choices, (Video)
Prominent Nigerian media entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo, has opened up about a critical financial decision he made at the age of 24, choosing to invest in a house in Lekki, Lagos, instead of indulging in flashy luxuries.Speaking during a recent podcast appearance, Jideonwo revealed that after earning...
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