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![Plateau Community Denies Claims Of Attacks On Herders]()
Plateau Community Denies Claims Of Attacks On Herders
The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), Heipang community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau, has denied media reports that some herders were attacked within the community.Mr Christopher Mwankon, the Chairman of BYM in the community, denied the report in a statement on Thursd... -
![See Reactions To Viral Video Of Pete Edochie, Nkem Owoh And Patience Ozokwo In Boat To Location]()
See Reactions To Viral Video Of Pete Edochie, Nkem Owoh And Patience Ozokwo In Boat To Location
A video of Nollywood legends, Pete Edochie, Nkem Owoh and Patience Ozokwo transported by boat to a movie location has raised eyebrows.Social media users took to the comment section to react to the video and express their concerns and fear.Many have drawn attention to what had happened to the late J... -
![Nigerian Navy Intercepts Boat Carrying 100,000 Litres of Stolen Crude Oil in Ondo]()
Nigerian Navy Intercepts Boat Carrying 100,000 Litres of Stolen Crude Oil in Ondo
The Nigerian Navy has successfully intercepted a boat carrying approximately 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil off the coast of Idiogba-Mahin in Ilaje Local Government Area, Ondo State.Captain Aliyu Usman, Commanding Officer of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Igbokoda, revealed details of the ... -
![Dangote Opens Up On Why He Reduced Price Of Petrol]()
Dangote Opens Up On Why He Reduced Price Of Petrol
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has explained why they took the decision to reduce the price of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, to N899.50 per litre at its loading gantry.According to Dangote, it was primarily driven by the complex dynamics of market forces.H... -
![Shocking Moment Actress, Funke Akindele’s New House Catches Fire During Movie Shoot Of 'ELJ']()
Shocking Moment Actress, Funke Akindele’s New House Catches Fire During Movie Shoot Of 'ELJ'
Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has sparked widespread discussion following the release of a dramatic behind-the-scenes video from her upcoming film, *Everybody Loves Jenifa.* The clip, which has since gone viral, shows a staged fire engulfing her multimillion-naira mansion during fil... -
![Super Eagles Star, Victor Osimhen Brings Christmas Joy To Hometown Of Olusosun, Lagos (Video)]()
Super Eagles Star, Victor Osimhen Brings Christmas Joy To Hometown Of Olusosun, Lagos (Video)
Galatasaray forward and Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen, has spread holiday cheer in his hometown of Olusosun, Lagos, by celebrating Christmas with local residents.The 25-year-old footballer, known for his humility and deep connection to his roots, spent the festive day engaging with the communit... -
![Brother Of Late Actor Ernest Asuzu, Chilnedu Killed In S/Africa; Ex-Wife Takes Possession Of The Body]()
Brother Of Late Actor Ernest Asuzu, Chilnedu Killed In S/Africa; Ex-Wife Takes Possession Of The Body
Chinedu Stanley Asuzu, a Nigerian national and brother of the late Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu, was tragically murdered by armed assailants in his home in Johannesburg South on December 16, 2024. The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) confirmed the brutal murder in a statement issued on December 2... -
![Sister Of Ooni of Ife's Estranged Wife, Naomi Provides Update On Arrest, Despite Critical Health State]()
Sister Of Ooni of Ife's Estranged Wife, Naomi Provides Update On Arrest, Despite Critical Health State
Simi Oluwaseyi, the sister of Naomi, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, has shared a concerning update regarding Naomi’s health following her recent arrest in connection with a deadly stampede in Ibadan that claimed 35 lives.In a series of heartfelt Instagram posts, Simi expressed her condole... -
![Lamentation Of Widow As She Experienced Bitter Ordeal In The Hands Of Her In-laws]()
Lamentation Of Widow As She Experienced Bitter Ordeal In The Hands Of Her In-laws
A widow has penned an advice to unmarried women as she recounts her ordeal in the hands of her in-laws following her husband’s demise.The widow revealed that her husband had passed away leaving her with their three sons and adopted daughter to care for.She revealed that her in-laws had been treat... -
![Nigeria Chose Darkness Over Light – Bishop Kukah Reveals Lack Of Progress In Nigeria]()
Nigeria Chose Darkness Over Light – Bishop Kukah Reveals Lack Of Progress In Nigeria
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has claimed that there is a lack of progress in Nigeria, because of the nation’s tendency to choose darkness over light.Kukah stated this on Tuesday night, while delivering his Christmas message at the Holy Family Cathedral Catholic Church, So... -
![Ibadan Stampede: Court Send Ex-Queen Of Ife, Naomi Silekunola, Oriyomi Hamzat, Others To Prison]()
Ibadan Stampede: Court Send Ex-Queen Of Ife, Naomi Silekunola, Oriyomi Hamzat, Others To Prison
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, Oyo State has ordered that Prophetess Naomi Silekunola an ex-wife of Ooni of Ile Ife, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat and Abdullahi Fasasi be remanded at the Agodi Correctional Center pending advice from the state prosecutor.Silekunola, Hamzat who owns ... -
![Photo Of Duplex Built With Ransom Money By Wan Who Kidnapped & Beheaded His Close Friend]()
Photo Of Duplex Built With Ransom Money By Wan Who Kidnapped & Beheaded His Close Friend
A photo has emerged showing the duplex being constructed by a 30-year-old man, Efe Onoetiyi, a.k.a Efe Money, who allegedly kidnapped and beheaded his friend, Paulinus Okon, in Otokutu, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. Efe received N30m from late Paulinus to buy a property for h... -
![Video Of Rema, Ayra Starr, Tems, Tyla As They Party Hard With DJ Obi]()
Video Of Rema, Ayra Starr, Tems, Tyla As They Party Hard With DJ Obi
Some big names in the entertainment industry gathered at DJ Obi’s lavish house party to celebrate the joy of music and good companyThe guest list was a veritable who’s who of musical talent, featuring Rema, Ayra Starr, Tems, Tyla, and Crayon, among others.The evening was filled with electrifyin... -
![Married Father of 2 Stabs Ex-Girlfriend to Death After Failed Attempt to Rekindle Their Relationship]()
Married Father of 2 Stabs Ex-Girlfriend to Death After Failed Attempt to Rekindle Their Relationship
The tragic incident in Liberia involving 38-year-old Bill Jallah and his ex-girlfriend, Princess Zuo, is deeply concerning. According to eyewitness accounts, the fatal stabbing occurred on Saturday evening, December 21, 2024, at a local entertainment center in Paynesville. Reports suggest that the ... -
![Photo Of 8Yr Old Boy Who Allegedly Ran Away From Home After Being Disciplined By His Mother]()
Photo Of 8Yr Old Boy Who Allegedly Ran Away From Home After Being Disciplined By His Mother
An 8-year-old boy, Divine Chisimdi Onyejiaka has been found wandering in Awka and rescued by men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command. Head Media and Tactical Ops of the command, SC Okadigbo Edwin, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday, December 23, sa... -
![NDLEA Arrested Over 250 Suspects, Seized 5,232,575kg of Drugs in Kogi]()
NDLEA Arrested Over 250 Suspects, Seized 5,232,575kg of Drugs in Kogi
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, says it arrested 284 suspects between January and December 2024 in Kogi State.The agency said during the period, it also confiscated 5,232,575kg of illicit drugs and counterfeit currency worth 2 million U.S. dollars and N20.4 million in various denom... -
![“No Regret Over Removal Of Subsidy” — President Tinubu Insists]()
“No Regret Over Removal Of Subsidy” — President Tinubu Insists
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that he does not regret removing the fuel subsidy immediately he assumed office on May 29, 2023.Tinubu said that he made the swift decision to preserve Nigeria’s future and that of generation yet unborn.The former governor of Lagos State led this out during hi... -
![Ex Senate President Bukola Saraki Condoles Family of Kwara Man Who Died in Police Detention]()
Ex Senate President Bukola Saraki Condoles Family of Kwara Man Who Died in Police Detention
Former President of the Senate, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has described as unfortunate, the death of Jimoh AbdulQodir Tunji, in the custody of the Nigeria Police command, Ilorin Kwara State.He commended the swift intervention of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who visited the fa... -
![AY Makun Laments The Trend of Men Supporting Women Instead of Men in The Movie Industry]()
AY Makun Laments The Trend of Men Supporting Women Instead of Men in The Movie Industry
Nigerian filmmaker and comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, recently stirred conversation with his remarks about gender dynamics in Nollywood. AY took to his X (formerly Twitter) page to express his views, stating that men in the industry often prefer to support women over their male counterp... -
![Shop-Owner Exposes 4 Staff Who Stole Perfumes Worth Millions of Naira From Her Store (VID)]()
Shop-Owner Exposes 4 Staff Who Stole Perfumes Worth Millions of Naira From Her Store (VID)
A businesswoman has exposed faces of her employees that have been stealing her perfumes. She uncovered the heist and decided to arrest them. A search conducted on the staff members revealed that they had stolen perfumes reportedly worth millions of naira. She said that one staff was caught with per... -
![Funke Akindele’s ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Becomes Highest-Grossing Movie of 2024]()
Funke Akindele’s ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Becomes Highest-Grossing Movie of 2024
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has celebrated after her latest cinema movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa (ELJ) broke a new record. The comedy blockbuster has officially become the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of 2024, raking in an impressive N500 million in just 12 days. She made this known on her... -
!['Why Do I Need A Light At The End Of The Tunnel' – Gabriel Afolayan Stirs Reactions With Lovely Photos]()
'Why Do I Need A Light At The End Of The Tunnel' – Gabriel Afolayan Stirs Reactions With Lovely Photos
Gabriel Afolayan has stirred conversation online with his thought-provoking critique of the popular saying about waiting for the light at the end of the tunnelTaking to his Instagram page, Afolayan shared striking photos of himself alongside a profound message urging people to reconsider the adage.... -
![Online Influencer, Daniel Regha Laments Over High Price Of Local Rice]()
Online Influencer, Daniel Regha Laments Over High Price Of Local Rice
Social media Influencer, Daniel Regha has taken to X to lament over the high price of local rice. According to him, he visited the market and found out that local rice is more expensive than foreign rice. Frowning at the development in a post on Monday, he wrote: "I went to the market today, ... -
![JUST IN: Speed Darlington Finally Granted Bail Ahead Of Christmas]()
JUST IN: Speed Darlington Finally Granted Bail Ahead Of Christmas
Nigerian rapper, Speed Darlington has finally been granted bail. This is coming after he had spent three weeks in detention. Recall that Speed Darlington was recently arrested by the Nigerian Police in Imo State over allegations of defaming singer Burna Boy. Sharing news about his bail, renowned la... -
![Yuletide: Tony Elumelu Shares 1,800 Bags Of Rice To Over 5,000 Families In Delta]()
Yuletide: Tony Elumelu Shares 1,800 Bags Of Rice To Over 5,000 Families In Delta
Tony Elumelu Foundation has distributed 1,800 bags of rice to over 5,000 families at Onichu-Uku town in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State to celebrate the yuletide.The beneficiaries were from the seven quarters, making up the agrarian town. Each of the quarters got 140 bags of rice... -
![North Is Not Parasitic! Ndume Declares As He Insists On Withdrawal Of Tax Reform Bills]()
North Is Not Parasitic! Ndume Declares As He Insists On Withdrawal Of Tax Reform Bills
Former Senate Leader, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has explained that he insisted on the withdrawal of the Tax Reform Bills forwarded to the Senate, in order to give room for wider consultations and necessary adjustments.Ndume rubbished claims that the North was parasitic.According to him, all parts of Nige... -
![Yuletide: Passengers Bemoan High Transport Fares, Seek Return Of FG’s Rebate]()
Yuletide: Passengers Bemoan High Transport Fares, Seek Return Of FG’s Rebate
As rail transport passengers nationwide began to enjoy the Christmas free train rides courtesy of President Bola Tinubu, other Nigerians travelling by road to various destinations across the country for the Christmas and New Year celebrations have cried out to the Federal Government to extend the s... -
![Man, Joshua Nwafor Allegedly Kills Wife, Charity Over Disagreement About Tuber Of Yam in Ebonyi]()
Man, Joshua Nwafor Allegedly Kills Wife, Charity Over Disagreement About Tuber Of Yam in Ebonyi
A tragic incident occurred in Nsokkara, Ezza South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, where 40-year-old Joshua Nwafor has been accused of killing his wife, Charity, over a disagreement regarding a tuber of yam. The couple, who had been married for 17 years and shared children, lived peace... -
!["Why I Was Sentenced To Death For Stealing Fowl" –Osun Boy, Segun Olowookere Convicted Of Theft Tells His Story]()
"Why I Was Sentenced To Death For Stealing Fowl" –Osun Boy, Segun Olowookere Convicted Of Theft Tells His Story
A young Nigerian man, Segun Olowookere, who got sentenced to death in Osun State for allegedly stealing a chicken, has shared the very painful details of his arrest, detention, and conviction.Olowookere, arrested in 2010 at the age of 17 that the complainant in his case was a family member.The inci... -
![Former Defence Minister & Ex-Military Governor Of Akwa-Ibom, General Godwin Abbe, Passes Away At 74]()
Former Defence Minister & Ex-Military Governor Of Akwa-Ibom, General Godwin Abbe, Passes Away At 74
Retired Major General Godwin Osagie Abbe, a former Minister of Defence and distinguished military officer, has died at the age of 74. He passed away in Abuja on Saturday following a prolonged illness. General Abbe served as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence and later as Minister of Interior dur... -
![IGP Egbetokun Visits Family Of Kwara Man, Tunji Jimoh Who Died In Police Detention (Photos)]()
IGP Egbetokun Visits Family Of Kwara Man, Tunji Jimoh Who Died In Police Detention (Photos)
Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has visited the family of a suspect, Tunji Abdulquadri Jimoh, who died in the Kwara State Police Command headquarters’ cell in Ilorin on Friday. He directed the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID) to immediately take over the investiga... -
![180,000 Bottles Of Codeine Syrup Seized By NDLEA At Tincan Island Port In Lagos]()
180,000 Bottles Of Codeine Syrup Seized By NDLEA At Tincan Island Port In Lagos
A major drug bust occurred at the Tincan Island Port in Lagos on Wednesday, December 18, when authorities intercepted a container containing 180,000 bottles of codeine syrup. The consignment, which originated from Mundra, India, was uncovered during a joint operation involving the National Drug Law... -
![Zamfara Vigilantes Nab 74-Year-Old Cleric Accused Of Offering Spiritual Support To Bandits]()
Zamfara Vigilantes Nab 74-Year-Old Cleric Accused Of Offering Spiritual Support To Bandits
A local vigilante group in Zamfara State has apprehended a cleric accused of providing spiritual backing to bandits operating in the region. The arrest, which occurred on Sunday, December 22, 2024, followed intelligence reports linking the cleric to rituals and prayers believed to fortify the... -
![Donald Trump Vows To ‘Stop Transgender Madness’ In America on The First Day of His Presidency]()
Donald Trump Vows To ‘Stop Transgender Madness’ In America on The First Day of His Presidency
America's President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "stop the transgender lunacy" on the first day of his presidency, signaling a commitment to implementing policies that would significantly impact transgender rights in the United States. In a speech delivered in Phoenix, Arizona, ... -
![Delta Police Confirm The Arrest Of Efe Money & Chief Priest Over Alleged Murder Of Paulinus]()
Delta Police Confirm The Arrest Of Efe Money & Chief Priest Over Alleged Murder Of Paulinus
The Delta State Police Command confirmed on Sunday the arrest of Efe Money, a prominent figure in the Otokutu community, and the Chief Priest of the same community, over their involvement in the gruesome murder of Paulinus, also known as Easy Boutique. In addition to Efe Money and the Chief P... -
![NDLEA Arrests Businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus With 6 Kilograms Of Cocaine At Kano Airport (Video)]()
NDLEA Arrests Businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus With 6 Kilograms Of Cocaine At Kano Airport (Video)
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) for attempting to smuggle cocaine into the country. According to Femi Babafemi, the spokesperson for the agency, Calistus, an import... -
![NDLEA Arrests Italy-Based Businesswoman, Cynthia Akaeen With 9,190 Tablets Of Tramadol At MMIA]()
NDLEA Arrests Italy-Based Businesswoman, Cynthia Akaeen With 9,190 Tablets Of Tramadol At MMIA
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Cynthia Akaeen, an Italy-based businesswoman, on Wednesday, December 18, for attempting to smuggle 9,190 tablets of tramadol through Lagos airport. Akaeen was intercepted by NDLEA officers at Terminal 2 of Murtala Muhammed Internat... -
![Wizkid Splashes Over $30,000 To Treat Bar Patrons In Lavish Display Of Wealth (Photos)]()
Wizkid Splashes Over $30,000 To Treat Bar Patrons In Lavish Display Of Wealth (Photos)
Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has once again made headlines, this time for his extravagant generosity at a bar. The Grammy-winning artist reportedly spent over $30,000 to buy drinks for everyone at the venue, solidifying his status as a global millionaire. The incident, which took place during a... -
![Frank Edoho Chides Reno Omokri For Hailing Tinubu Govt Over Lack Of Fuel Queues This Holiday]()
Frank Edoho Chides Reno Omokri For Hailing Tinubu Govt Over Lack Of Fuel Queues This Holiday
Frank Edoho, renowned Nigerian TV host and media personality, recently criticized former presidential aide Reno Omokri for commending the government over the absence of fuel queues during the holiday season. Omokri had highlighted this, among other points, as signs of national improvement. In respo... -
![Police Gives Out Hotlines to Public For Security Reports Ahead of Yuletide Celebrations]()
Police Gives Out Hotlines to Public For Security Reports Ahead of Yuletide Celebrations
As the festive season approaches, the Imo State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Aboki Danjuma, has issued special phone numbers for citizens to report any security breach or suspicious movement within their neighborhoods.A release from the desk of the Command’s spokesperson, ASP Henry ...
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