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![ICPC Clears The Air on Missing Funds, Denies Discrepancies in Student Loan Disbursement]()
ICPC Clears The Air on Missing Funds, Denies Discrepancies in Student Loan Disbursement
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has clarified that there are no discrepancies in the disbursement of student loans by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).In a statement issued on Thursday, ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare explained that a typograp... -
![Nigerian Lady Cries Out After Saving NYSC Allowance For U.S. Master’s Program But Got a Shocker]()
Nigerian Lady Cries Out After Saving NYSC Allowance For U.S. Master’s Program But Got a Shocker
A Nigerian lady has shared a heart-wrenching tale of how she meticulously saved her entire NYSC allowance, along with a portion of her salary, to fund her U.S. master’s degree application—only for her visa to be denied.In a post shared on her social media account, she explained how, throughout ... -
![Pretty UK-Based Nigerian Nurse, Miriam Found Dead Days After Returning From Nigeria]()
Pretty UK-Based Nigerian Nurse, Miriam Found Dead Days After Returning From Nigeria
The Nigerian community in the United Kingdom has been thrown into mourning following the death of a young nurse, Miriam, who was found lifeless in her Leeds apartment days after she went missing.Miriam, who had recently returned to the UK after a trip to Nigeria for her wedding introduction, was di... -
![BREAKING; FBI Agents Reportedly Storm Nigeria With Permission To Extradite Any Fraudster]()
BREAKING; FBI Agents Reportedly Storm Nigeria With Permission To Extradite Any Fraudster
Recent reports indicate that FBI agents have arrived in Lagos, Nigeria, with authorization to extradite individuals identified as fraudsters. This development is part of ongoing collaborative efforts between U.S. and Nigerian law enforcement agencies to combat cybercrime and financial fraud.W... -
![Actor, Tope Adebayo Opens Up On Relationship With Colleague, Faithia Balogun]()
Actor, Tope Adebayo Opens Up On Relationship With Colleague, Faithia Balogun
Nollywood actor and director, Tope Adebayo, known as Waheed in the popular TV series, “Jenifa’s Diary” has debunked long-standing rumours about a romantic relationship with veteran actress, Faithia BalogunIn a recent solo interview on Baba Ibe TV’s YouTube channel, Adebayo admitted he share... -
!['Why I Don’t Like Seeing My Family Anymore' – Peller Speaks On Burden Of Taking Family Responsibilities At A Young Age]()
'Why I Don’t Like Seeing My Family Anymore' – Peller Speaks On Burden Of Taking Family Responsibilities At A Young Age
Nigerian Tiktoker and content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has spoken up about the burden of taking family responsibilities at a young age.Speaking in a recent conversation with fellow TikToker, Sandra Benede, Peller expressed his frustration of being the breadwinner of his fa... -
![Tiwa Savage Reveals Who She’d Save Between Rema, Wizkid And Davido]()
Tiwa Savage Reveals Who She’d Save Between Rema, Wizkid And Davido
Tiwa Savage was posed with a thought-provoking yet playful question: if she had to save one person from a sinking boat, and the choices were Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, or Rema, who would it be?Initially responding with a laugh and questioning the scenario, Tiwa Savage ultimately chose Rema.Accordin... -
![Indian Police Discover Nigerian Woman's Dead Body With Signs Of Strangulation On The Street Of Bengaluru]()
Indian Police Discover Nigerian Woman's Dead Body With Signs Of Strangulation On The Street Of Bengaluru
Indian police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a 30-year-old Nigerian woman’s body along a deserted stretch of Bettahalasur Main Road in North Bengaluru on Wednesday morning.The woman, identified through documents found on her as “Loweth,” reportedly hailed from... -
![Comedian Bovi Opens up on Why He Detached Himself From His Dad Before His Demise]()
Comedian Bovi Opens up on Why He Detached Himself From His Dad Before His Demise
Popular Nigerian comedian, Bovi, has stated that negative energy is a pattern in his family.Bovi made this known while discussing his frosty relationship with his late father, who passed away in February 2025.Speaking during the inaugural live edition of the ‘WithChude’ podcast, the comedian no... -
![Fourteen Mourners Killed, Church And Homes Razed In Fresh Boko Haram Attack In Chibok]()
Fourteen Mourners Killed, Church And Homes Razed In Fresh Boko Haram Attack In Chibok
Tragedy struck the quiet village of Kwaple in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State on Monday evening, as suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a deadly attack during a funeral ceremony, killing at least 14 mourners and injuring several others.The attackers, who stormed the village around ... -
![EFCC Apprehend Kaduna Technician, Saifullahi Ismail Over Alleged Job Scam]()
EFCC Apprehend Kaduna Technician, Saifullahi Ismail Over Alleged Job Scam
Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested one Saifullahi Ismail for alleged involvement in a fraudulent job scam.The statement the commission published on its official X account on Thursday evening further explain thatIsmail, a t... -
!["They Mocked Me for Not Having a Husband" - Funke Akindele Opens Up on Emotional Breakdown During Political Campaign (Video)]()
"They Mocked Me for Not Having a Husband" - Funke Akindele Opens Up on Emotional Breakdown During Political Campaign (Video)
Renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has spoken candidly about a personal crisis that led her to seek therapy for the first time, following intense emotional distress triggered by public ridicule during her foray into politics.In a revealing interview with media personality Chude... -
![Crypto Scandal Platform CBEX Resumes Amid N1.2tn Fraud Probe, Pledges June Withdrawals]()
Crypto Scandal Platform CBEX Resumes Amid N1.2tn Fraud Probe, Pledges June Withdrawals
Embattled cryptocurrency trading platform CBEX has quietly resumed operations, sparking fresh controversy and cautious optimism among investors as the platform reels from an alleged ₦1.2 trillion investment fraud that rocked over 600,000 Nigerians.Despite an ongoing investigation by the Economic ... -
![My Working Experience With Ibrahim Chatta. Chioma Akpotha Shares]()
My Working Experience With Ibrahim Chatta. Chioma Akpotha Shares
Chioma Akpotha is singing the praises of her colleague, Ibrahim ChattaTaking to her Instagram page, Chioma spoke on her working relationship with Ibrahim as she revealed that they are currently working on a cinema movie, Make Mation.Sharing a clip of them on a movie set, she described Ibrahim as a ... -
![Presidency Demands Tougher Laws On Fake News After Ministerial Sack Rumour]()
Presidency Demands Tougher Laws On Fake News After Ministerial Sack Rumour
Onanuga slams viral claims as "sensationalist hogwash," urges crackdown on false reporting The Presidency has urged the National Assembly and security agencies to take firm action against the rising tide of fake news in Nigeria, warning that the unchecked spread of misinformation is ... -
![LOVE IN THE AIR? BBNaija's Angel Sparks Dating Rumours With Intimate Photo Post]()
LOVE IN THE AIR? BBNaija's Angel Sparks Dating Rumours With Intimate Photo Post
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Angel Smith, has set social media abuzz after sharing a sultry black-and-white photo of herself in a cosy pose with an unidentified man on her Instagram page.The monochrome snapshot, which has quickly gone viral, features the duo in an intimate embrace, prompting... -
![It's Not Real! Davido Gifted Chioma Rented G-Wagon - Uche Maduagwu Reveals]()
It's Not Real! Davido Gifted Chioma Rented G-Wagon - Uche Maduagwu Reveals
Afrobeats superstar, Davido is embroiled in controversy amid reports of gifting his wife, Chioma Rowland, a rented G-Wagon as a birthday gift.It would be recalled that the singer threw a lavish party to celebrate his wife’s 30th birthday, attended by friends, family, and close associates.However,... -
![Several Injured, Corpse Transferred Midway After Funeral Bus Carrying Corpse Crashes In Lagos]()
Several Injured, Corpse Transferred Midway After Funeral Bus Carrying Corpse Crashes In Lagos
There was widespread panic in the Idimu area of Alimosho Local Government, Lagos State, on Wednesday morning when a minibus transporting a corpse for burial lost control and rammed into another vehicle in a funeral convoy, leaving several mourners injured.The accident, which occurred around 10 a.m.... -
![X-User Shares Story Of Alleged Disappearance After Friend Impregnates Wealthy Man’s Daughter]()
X-User Shares Story Of Alleged Disappearance After Friend Impregnates Wealthy Man’s Daughter
An X-user has shared the story of how a friend of his was ‘’dealt with' by the parents of a girl he impregnated. On May 1, 2025, X-user @kayzywizzy posted a thread detailing an incident involving his friend and the daughter of a wealthy man. According to the tweets, the friend got the woma... -
![‘What Is Akon Saying?’- Nigerians Slam Singer For Claiming Creation Of Afrobeats]()
‘What Is Akon Saying?’- Nigerians Slam Singer For Claiming Creation Of Afrobeats
Senegalese-American singer Akon has stirred controversy online after stating that he played a major role in the rise of Afrobeats, the globally celebrated music genre that originated from West Africa.While the artiste credits himself with shaping the early stages of Afrobeats through collaborations... -
![SEC Warns Nigerians On Another Suspected Ponzi Scheme]()
SEC Warns Nigerians On Another Suspected Ponzi Scheme
In a move to safeguard the investing public, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has raised a red flag over the operations of TOFRO.COM (Tofro), a suspected illegal investment platform claiming to offer cryptocurrency trading services.In an official notice issued on Thursday, the Commissio... -
![BBNaija Star, Mike Edwards and Wife, Perri, Are Expecting Their Second Child]()
BBNaija Star, Mike Edwards and Wife, Perri, Are Expecting Their Second Child
Mike Edwards, former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, and his wife Perri Shakes-Drayton are expecting their second child! The couple made the joyful announcement recently via social media, sharing a wholesome family video featuring their son, Matthew, who will soon become a big brother.Mike a... -
!["Negative Energy Runs In My Family" –Comedian, Bovi Blows Hot]()
"Negative Energy Runs In My Family" –Comedian, Bovi Blows Hot
Popular Nigerian comedian, Bovi Ugboma, better known as Bovi , has stated that negative energy is a pattern in his family.The stand-up comedian made this known while discussing his frosty relationship with his late father, who passed away in February 2025.Speaking during the inaugural live edition ... -
![Cubana Chief Priest Warns Celebrities To Desist From Spraying Money As A New Month Message]()
Cubana Chief Priest Warns Celebrities To Desist From Spraying Money As A New Month Message
As Nigerians exchanged Happy New Month greetings on May 1st, nightlife heavyweight Cubana Chief Priest had more than goodwill to share — he had a stern warning, especially for the rich and famous.In an Instagram post that’s already making waves, he said:“If you are famous, if you are a well k... -
![Rapper, Falz Reveals Why He Has Never Experienced Heartbreak]()
Rapper, Falz Reveals Why He Has Never Experienced Heartbreak
Nigerian rapper and actor Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has revealed that he has never had his heart broken—because he’s never truly been in love.The entertainer made the disclosure during the first-ever live edition of the With Chude podcast, hosted by media personality Chude Jideon... -
!["Why I Feel Like Paying Wife’s Bride Price Weekly" -Gospel Singer, Moses Blisss]()
"Why I Feel Like Paying Wife’s Bride Price Weekly" -Gospel Singer, Moses Blisss
Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Moses Bliss has opened up about the relationship with his wife, Marie, describing her as perfection in human form while expressing deep gratitude for their union over a year after tying the knot.Speaking in a heartfelt interview with Chude Jideonwo, Moses Bliss refle... -
![Herdsman Bags 10 Years Jail Term For Open Grazing And Destroying Farm Crops Worth N50M In Ondo]()
Herdsman Bags 10 Years Jail Term For Open Grazing And Destroying Farm Crops Worth N50M In Ondo
A Magistrates’ Court sitting in Akure, Ondo State, has sentenced a herdsman, Dan-Bello, to 10 years imprisonment for violating the state’s anti-open grazing law and for destroying farm crops valued at N50 million. The convict was arraigned on a five-count charge bordering on conspiracy, unlawf... -
![Farmer Cries Out As Herdsmen Destroy Cassava Farm In Nasarawa]()
Farmer Cries Out As Herdsmen Destroy Cassava Farm In Nasarawa
A young farmer, Idris Salisu Danwanzan, has raised alarm over the destruction of his cassava farm allegedly by herdsmen in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.Danwanzan, who shared his frustration in a Facebook post on Wednesday, said he had not visited the farm in a month and was devast... -
!["Lagos State Government Need To Start Regulating This BBL Of A Thing' - Nigerian Man Argues]()
"Lagos State Government Need To Start Regulating This BBL Of A Thing' - Nigerian Man Argues
A Nigerian man has shared a hilarious suggestion for the Lagos state government.In a post shared on his X, the Nigerian man mentioned that Brazilian Butt Lift BBL among women is becoming something else and has gotten to the point where the Lagos state government would regulate it. ‘’Lagos state... -
![Actresss, Kate Henshaw Slams Troll For Saying She Dated Late Gospel Singer, Sammie Okposo]()
Actresss, Kate Henshaw Slams Troll For Saying She Dated Late Gospel Singer, Sammie Okposo
Actress Kate Henshaw has responded strongly to a social media user who attempted to shame her by bringing up her past relationship with the late gospel singer Sammie OkposoThe troll shared an old interview screenshot on X (formerly Twitter), in which Kate had opened up about enduring physical abuse... -
![Missing Lagos Police Inspector, Bishop Clement Found Dead In Festac]()
Missing Lagos Police Inspector, Bishop Clement Found Dead In Festac
The Festac Town community in Lagos State has been left in shock following the discovery of the lifeless body of Police Inspector Bishop Clement, who was reported missing last week by his wife.Inspector Clement, a serving officer of the Nigeria Police Force, was found dead in the Second Rainbow area... -
!["You Have Abandoned American Ideals" – Kamala Harris Slams Trump’s Policies]()
"You Have Abandoned American Ideals" – Kamala Harris Slams Trump’s Policies
Former US vice president, Kamala Harris has slammed Donald Trump’s presidency, accusing him of completely abandoning American ideals during his first 100 days in office.According to Sky news, Kamala Harris criticized president Trump saying he created “the greatest man-made economic crisis in mo... -
!["I Mimick Ladies Not A Crossdresser" – Zicsaloma Set Record Straight]()
"I Mimick Ladies Not A Crossdresser" – Zicsaloma Set Record Straight
Zicsaloma has set the record straight about his on-screen portrayals of female characters, emphasizing that his roles are strictly for entertainment and do not reflect his personal lifeDespite his frequent depiction of women in his skits, Zicsaloma asserts that he is not a crossdresser and does not... -
![Sweet Father-Daughter Moment: Davido Spotted On Video Call With Hailey]()
Sweet Father-Daughter Moment: Davido Spotted On Video Call With Hailey
In a heartwarming moment that melted hearts online, Davido was spotted on a video call with his daughter Hailey, and it was nothing short of wholesome. The father-daughter duo were all smiles as they caught up casually.In the clip, Davido could be heard asking excitedly if she went to school, to wh... -
![Customs Intercepts Sex Drugs, Expired Foods, Military-Grade Drones in Massive Crackdown]()
Customs Intercepts Sex Drugs, Expired Foods, Military-Grade Drones in Massive Crackdown
₦921 Billion Worth of Contraband Seized at Apapa Port The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a massive consignment of illegal goods valued at over **₦921 billion** at the **Apapa Ports** in Lagos, in what officials have described as one of the largest anti-smuggling operations i... -
![English FA & SFA Ban Transgender Women From Women’s Football Starting June 2025]()
English FA & SFA Ban Transgender Women From Women’s Football Starting June 2025
Transgender women will no longer be permitted to participate in women’s football in England and Scotland beginning from June 1, 2025, following new policy changes announced by both nations' football governing bodies on Thursday.The Football Association (FA) of England confirmed the revision ... -
![WORKERS DAY! Labour Unions Slam Tinubu’s Economic Policies, Demand Urgent Wage Hike]()
WORKERS DAY! Labour Unions Slam Tinubu’s Economic Policies, Demand Urgent Wage Hike
As Nigeria marked this year’s Workers’ Day on Wednesday, the nation’s two major labour unions — the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) — delivered a stern rebuke of President Bola Tinubu’s economic direction, warning that the country’s workforce is enduri... -
![Don’t Marry Women Who Prioritize Their Pastor -Media personality, Eric Gugua Warns Men]()
Don’t Marry Women Who Prioritize Their Pastor -Media personality, Eric Gugua Warns Men
Media personality Eric Gugua has cautioned men to avoid marrying women who show more affection and reverence for their pastor than for their husbandsIn a Twitter post, Gugua emphasized that it is unwise for a man to settle down with a woman who places her pastor or church leader’s opinions above ... -
![Billionaire, Obi Cubana Celebrates Wife As She Bags Master’s From International University]()
Billionaire, Obi Cubana Celebrates Wife As She Bags Master’s From International University
Popular billionaire businessman, Obi Cubana has taken to his social media page to celebrate his wife’s remarkable achievement as she graduates with distinction in her master’s degree from an international university.The Anambra-born businessman revealed that his wife bagged a distinction in Int... -
![Amotekun Officer, Lamidi Abiodun Killed In Ambush By Suspected Criminal Gang In Iwo, Osun State]()
Amotekun Officer, Lamidi Abiodun Killed In Ambush By Suspected Criminal Gang In Iwo, Osun State
Tension gripped the Iwo community of Osun State following a brutal ambush that claimed the life of an operative of the Osun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as the Amotekun Corps.The slain officer, identified as Lamidi Abiodun, was killed on Wednesday at the Papa boundary area of Iwo,...
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