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![CBN Dispels Rumors Of Deadline For Old Naira Notes, Confirms Indefinite Use]()
CBN Dispels Rumors Of Deadline For Old Naira Notes, Confirms Indefinite Use
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that old N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes will remain in circulation indefinitely, refuting widespread rumors suggesting they would cease to be legal tender after December 31, 2024. In a statement issued Thursday, CBN spokesperson Sidi Ali Hakama clar... -
![21-Yr-Old Gombe Man, Mubarak Haladu Arrested For Kidnap & Murder Of 7-Year-Old Nephew]()
21-Yr-Old Gombe Man, Mubarak Haladu Arrested For Kidnap & Murder Of 7-Year-Old Nephew
The Gombe State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old man, Mubarak Haladu, accused of kidnapping and murdering his 7-year-old nephew, Haruna Bello, in Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area. The suspect reportedly abducted the young boy and demanded a ransom of N1.5 million from his own brother, th... -
![Four Men Arraigned in Ibadan For Alleged Theft Of Tiles Worth N200,000]()
Four Men Arraigned in Ibadan For Alleged Theft Of Tiles Worth N200,000
On Friday, four men appeared before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, facing charges of conspiracy and theft involving tiles valued at N200,000. The defendants, identified as Olalekan Hamzat, 42; Olawale Oluwole, 44; Raman Olagbenjo, 44; and Kunmi Akinlolu, 40, all pleaded not guilty to t... -
![My Wife Chase Me Out Of UK House - Man Warns Against Bringing Wives Abroad]()
My Wife Chase Me Out Of UK House - Man Warns Against Bringing Wives Abroad
A Nigerian man based in the UK recounts how his wife framed him for a crime just to take his house after being influenced by her church colleagues.In a video interview by content creator Precious Ubani, the Nigerian man shared his painful account of bringing his wife from Nigeria to the UK, only to... -
![Afrobeats Superstar, Burna Boy Brags, Revals He Has More Money Than 90% Of People He Looked Up]()
Afrobeats Superstar, Burna Boy Brags, Revals He Has More Money Than 90% Of People He Looked Up
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Burna Boy has shared a message about his journey from humble beginnings to wealth.In an Instagram post, Burna Boy shared a personal reflection on his path to success, expressing pride in his achievements while making it clear why he doesn’t look down on others.Growin... -
![VID: American Rapper, Rubi Rose Arrives Nigeria Ahead Of Her Show At Lagos Beach]()
VID: American Rapper, Rubi Rose Arrives Nigeria Ahead Of Her Show At Lagos Beach
American rapper and model, Rubi Rose has touched down in Lagos, Nigeria.Rubi Rose, who arrived Lagos on Friday, is gearing up for her show at Athena Beach Lagos on Sunday, October 27, 2024.Her arrival has stirred excitement online, with fans sharing photos and videos that quickly went viral on soci... -
![Removal Of Subsidy Was Tinubu’s Decision – IMF Denies Involvement]()
Removal Of Subsidy Was Tinubu’s Decision – IMF Denies Involvement
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it played no role in the removal of fuel subsidy by the President Bola Tinubu administration.It made the clarification at a press conference during the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington DC, United States.Abebe Selassie, IMF’s African Regio... -
![BBNaija's Chomzy Faces Criticism For Sharing Photos of Her Stepsons & Passing Them as Hers]()
BBNaija's Chomzy Faces Criticism For Sharing Photos of Her Stepsons & Passing Them as Hers
BBNaija S7 reality star, Chomzy has been lambasted by Nigerians who accused her of stealing her stepson and showing him off as her son. It all started after the reality star took to social media to show off her son and stepson. Fans accused her of intentionally conniving with her husband to deny th... -
![Video of Female Fan Kissing And Romancing Davido's Portrait Stirs Mixed Reactions]()
Video of Female Fan Kissing And Romancing Davido's Portrait Stirs Mixed Reactions
A devoted fan of Nigerian singer Davido recently expressed her profound admiration in a passionate social media post. In a video she shared, the fan can be seen kissing a framed photo of Davido, declaring her "undying love" for him. This display of devotion has caught the attention of fel... -
![PHOTOS: Woman Accused Of Breaking 3Yr Old Stepson's Leg With Pestle In Enugu]()
PHOTOS: Woman Accused Of Breaking 3Yr Old Stepson's Leg With Pestle In Enugu
A woman has been arrested after she allegedly beat her stepson with a pestle and broke his bone. The incident was shared by a neighbour on X. According to the neighbour, the 3-year-old victim, named Kaitochikwu, was heard crying and a neighbour broke into their flat to find the boy unable to stand ... -
![A Video Of Father Carry His Baby On His Back Has Gone Viral]()
A Video Of Father Carry His Baby On His Back Has Gone Viral
A video of a father carrying a baby on his back along Awka Road in Onitsha has stirred admiration and mixed reactions online.Posted by TikTok user @kendon210, the clip shows the man confidently walking with his child strapped to his back in a traditional African style, labeled as “husband materia... -
![Reactions Trail Unedited Photo Of Wizkid Showing His Aging Face]()
Reactions Trail Unedited Photo Of Wizkid Showing His Aging Face
A recent photo of Wizkid has sparked online discussions about the artist’s appearance, with fans weighing in on how he’s aging.photo of WizkidThe unedited photo of Wizkid, shared by the Instagram account @blackxcellence, shows the Grammy-winning star, Ayodeji Balogun, with a slightly darker com... -
![Edo Court Acquits UNIBEN Lecturer Ekundayo Of Rape, Dismisses Case On Lack Of Proof]()
Edo Court Acquits UNIBEN Lecturer Ekundayo Of Rape, Dismisses Case On Lack Of Proof
After a three-year legal battle, an Edo State High Court on Friday discharged and acquitted University of Benin (UNIBEN) lecturer, Dr. Omowumi ‘Labode Steven, of alleged sexual assault and rape of a 400-level female student of the institution.Steven, also known as Dr. Bode Steve Ekundayo, is a Se... -
![Lady Accuses Ogun Pastor Of Multiple Rape And Abortion]()
Lady Accuses Ogun Pastor Of Multiple Rape And Abortion
A lady, whose identity was yet to be disclosed, has accused one Pastor Samuel Ajinde, of multiple rape incidents.The lady, whose family had now petitioned the Ijebu Ode Area Command of the Ogun State Police Command to demand justice, revealed that Ajinde raped her and had abortions for her multiple... -
![“My investment” - Portable Eulogizes On One Of His Wives, Queen Dami]()
“My investment” - Portable Eulogizes On One Of His Wives, Queen Dami
Portable, has publicly expressed his admiration for one of his wives, Queen Dami, who was previously married to the late Alaafin of OyoDami had shared photos of herself shopping, accompanied by a wish for financial stability, good health, and happiness.Portable then responded with affection, callin... -
![See Full List As Lookman, Troost-Ekong, Others Nominated For 2024 CAF Player Of The Year]()
See Full List As Lookman, Troost-Ekong, Others Nominated For 2024 CAF Player Of The Year
Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and William Troost-Ekong are in the running for the prestigious 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Men’s Player of the Year award.These two Nigerian stars will face strong competition from Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Côte d’Ivoire’s Simon Adingra, ... -
![VIDEO: Speed Darlington Purchases Cartons Of ‘Baby Oil’, Shoots Diss Track]()
VIDEO: Speed Darlington Purchases Cartons Of ‘Baby Oil’, Shoots Diss Track
Nigerian artist, Speed Darlington has purchased multiple cartons of ‘Baby oil’ while shooting a diss track aimed at his senior colleague, Burna Boy.This comes weeks after Speed Darlington was released from Police custody by Burna Boy over allegations of cyberbullying and harassment.In a new dev... -
![After 8 Months Of Detention, Binance Executive Gambaryan Departs Nigeria]()
After 8 Months Of Detention, Binance Executive Gambaryan Departs Nigeria
Binance’s Head of Financial Crime Compliance, Tigran Gambaryan, has departed Nigeria after eight months of detentionThe world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange made the disclosure in a statement.“Today, American citizen Tigran Gambaryan left Nigeria to return home to his family after eight mo... -
![CBN Replies Reps, Says No Deadline On Circulation Of Old N200, N500, N1000 Notes]()
CBN Replies Reps, Says No Deadline On Circulation Of Old N200, N500, N1000 Notes
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced that there is no deadline on the circulation of old N200, N500 and N1000 bank notes.The spokesperson of CBN, Sidi Ali Hakama disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.This comes amid speculations that the old Naira notes will cease to be legal tender from D... -
![Check Out Full List Of Ministers Who Survived Sack, Redeployment]()
Check Out Full List Of Ministers Who Survived Sack, Redeployment
On Wednesday, October 23, Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, fired five ministers and nominated seven in the first major shakeup of his cabinet constituted 14 months ago.However, 29 Ministers were not sacked nor redeployed to another Ministry. 1. MINISTER OF POWER – ADEBAYO... -
![CAF Confirms Details For 2024 Player Of The Year Awards]()
CAF Confirms Details For 2024 Player Of The Year Awards
It has been confirmed by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, that the 2024 CAF Awards will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, on December 16, 2024.This is the third consecutive time the prestigious ceremony will be hosted in the North African country.CAF is yet to publish the final list of c... -
![House Of Representatives Reject Shariah Law Bill]()
House Of Representatives Reject Shariah Law Bill
A bill seeking to make Sharia law not just a personal matter in the constitution has been rejected in the House of Representatives.The bill seeks to amend sections 24, 262 and 277 of the Constitution by removing “personal” in the application of Sharia law.The sponsor of the bill, Aliyu Missau, ... -
![Drama As Man Falsely Accuse Police of Stealing His Phone After a Stop And Search in Delta (VID)]()
Drama As Man Falsely Accuse Police of Stealing His Phone After a Stop And Search in Delta (VID)
The Delta Police Command has arrested a young man identified as Isaac for falsely accusing some police officers of stealing his phone (Samsung fold 4) while conducting their stop and search duties.In a video shared on social media, the Delta state Police Public Relations officer, Bright Edafe, on T... -
!['Withdraw Old Naira Notes Before January 2025' - House Of Reps Orders CBN]()
'Withdraw Old Naira Notes Before January 2025' - House Of Reps Orders CBN
The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure the complete withdrawal of old N200, N500, and N1,000 notes before the January 1, 2025, deadline.The lawmakers stressed the need for the CBN to increase the circulation of the redesigned notes and begin a gradual... -
![Navy Troops Arrest Suspect With AK-47, 36 Rounds Of Ammunition, Grenade Launchers In Rivers]()
Navy Troops Arrest Suspect With AK-47, 36 Rounds Of Ammunition, Grenade Launchers In Rivers
The Nigerian Navy said its troops have arrested a suspect for possession of weapons and ammunition in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Navy in a statement released on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, said the suspect is undergoing investigation. On Wednesday 23 October 202... -
![Nigerians, Other Foreigners At Risk Of Losing Jobs As Canada Moves To Reduce Foreign Workers]()
Nigerians, Other Foreigners At Risk Of Losing Jobs As Canada Moves To Reduce Foreign Workers
Thousands of Nigerians and other foreign nationals in Canada may soon face job insecurity following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s announcement to reduce the number of temporary foreign workers.The Prime Minister revealed the new policy direction on Wednesday via a post on X, stating, “We’re... -
![Court Orders Forfeiture Of Convict’s Three Exotic Cars, Phones, N9.5m Cash To FG]()
Court Orders Forfeiture Of Convict’s Three Exotic Cars, Phones, N9.5m Cash To FG
On Thursday, a High Court in Kaduna State ordered the forfeiture of a Samsung S20, three HP laptops, three luxury cars, and N9.5 million in cash from convict Stephen James to the federal government.Delivering Judgment, Justice Dairus Khobo, sentenced James after he pleaded guilty to internet-relate... -
![PHOTOS: Two Kenyan Soldiers Arrested For Murder Of Varsity Student]()
PHOTOS: Two Kenyan Soldiers Arrested For Murder Of Varsity Student
Officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested two Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers, Joseph Ngera Kamau and Fred Mathenge Kanja, over their alleged involvement in the heinous killing of a female student of the University of Nairobi. The body of the deceased, Mercy R... -
![Surprised Wife Shares Hilarious Video Of Husband Playing On Small Bike With Their Kids]()
Surprised Wife Shares Hilarious Video Of Husband Playing On Small Bike With Their Kids
A wife was surprised when she walked in and found her normally stern husband riding a small bike around the house with their kids.She shared the amusing moment on social media, explaining how her husband was fully immersed in the fun, zooming around the living room as the children chased him.In her... -
![Ondo Court Remands SS3 Student For Alleged Murder Of Colleague]()
Ondo Court Remands SS3 Student For Alleged Murder Of Colleague
A Chief Magistrate in Ondo State, Olateju Odenusi-Fadeyi, has ordered the remand of a 15-year-old female student of Anglican Grammar School, Arigidi Akoko, for allegedly stabbing her colleague, Habib Salau, aged 17, to death.The magistrate ordered her remanded at the Ondo State Juvenile Home, in Ak... -
![Five Arrested Over Killing Of 46Yr Old Man, Comrade Adebayo Olanrewaju In Kwara]()
Five Arrested Over Killing Of 46Yr Old Man, Comrade Adebayo Olanrewaju In Kwara
Five suspects have been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command over their alleged involvement in the killing of a 46-year-old man, Comrade Adebayo Olanrewaju Mathew, in Ilorin. It was gathered that the deceased, a graduate of the University of Ilorin, was allegedly macheted to death in th... -
![VIDEO: Jubilation In Ministry Of Women Affairs Over Tinubu Sacks Uju Kennedy As Minister]()
VIDEO: Jubilation In Ministry Of Women Affairs Over Tinubu Sacks Uju Kennedy As Minister
Workers believed to be employed in the Ministry of Women Affairs could be seen jubilating after President Bola Tinubu announced the sack of Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye.In a video shared on X by Abubakar Sidiq Usman, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, the workers could be seen dancing and s... -
![Edwin Clark Slams President Tinubu For Scrapping Ministry Of Niger Delta]()
Edwin Clark Slams President Tinubu For Scrapping Ministry Of Niger Delta
South-South leader, Chief Edwin Clark, has taken a swipe at President Bola Tinubu for scrapping the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, saying the people of the region will not allow that.Gistmania recalls that President Tinubu and the Federal Executive Council, FEC, announced the scrapping of the Nig... -
![VIDEO: "Is South-East Still Part Of Nigeria?" – Kanayo Questions FG Over Military Presence]()
VIDEO: "Is South-East Still Part Of Nigeria?" – Kanayo Questions FG Over Military Presence
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has questioned the Nigerian government following the heavy military and police presence in the South-Eastern part of the country.Kanayo, in a video on his Instagram page on Wednesday, raised concerns while highlighting the humiliation faced by travellers in... -
![UPDATE: Bobrisky Rushed To Hospital After Complaining Of ‘Brεast Pain’ In Police Custody]()
UPDATE: Bobrisky Rushed To Hospital After Complaining Of ‘Brεast Pain’ In Police Custody
Nigerian crossdresser, Okuneye Idris, better known as Bobrisky, has reportedly fallen ill while being held at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos.After spending a night in police custody, Bobrisky was rushed to Falomo Police Hospital for medical treatment.A so... -
![Mixed Reaction Trail Video Of Lady Who A Quit Oil & Gas Job In Nigeria To Become Cleaner In UK]()
Mixed Reaction Trail Video Of Lady Who A Quit Oil & Gas Job In Nigeria To Become Cleaner In UK
A Nigerian lady who relocated to the United Kingdom has shared her new occupation in the foreign landThe Nigerian in the diaspora revealed that she was working in an oil and gas company in Nigeria before she quitShe jocularly lamented that she quit such a good job in Nigeria only to settle for what... -
![Actress, Rita Edochie Warns Her Fans of Fake Friends]()
Actress, Rita Edochie Warns Her Fans of Fake Friends
Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie has warned her fans of fake friends, while stating her decision to distance herself from such friendsShe vowed to continually prune her social circle until she’s surrounded by genuine relationships.Rita Edochie also cautioned her fans to beware of individuals who h... -
![Gov. Makinde Assures APC, Ganduje Of Defeat In Ondo Election]()
Gov. Makinde Assures APC, Ganduje Of Defeat In Ondo Election
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has stated that the All Progressives Congress, APC, and its national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, will be shocked by the outcome of the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State.Makinde also said the ruling party will experience defeats in subsequent electio... -
![Cabinet Reshuffle: HURIWA Gives President Tinubu List Of Other Ministries To Scrap]()
Cabinet Reshuffle: HURIWA Gives President Tinubu List Of Other Ministries To Scrap
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA has named other ministries President Bola Tinubu should scrap. This is as the group hailed him for undertaking the decsion to reform his cabinet. HURIWA said the President must be bold enough to drop the many ‘dead woods’ in the system such as... -
![Nollywood Actor Ime Bishop Criticizes Rise Of Plastic Surgery, Warns Of Consequences]()
Nollywood Actor Ime Bishop Criticizes Rise Of Plastic Surgery, Warns Of Consequences
Actor Ime Bishop has seemingly expressed disapproval over the growing trend of plastic surgery among many people.In a recent video, the actor voiced his concerns, stating that while God created humans with wisdom, some individuals are now altering His design through cosmetic surgery.According to Im...
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