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![Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Explains Minimal Impact Of US Tariffs On Africa’s Trade]()
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Explains Minimal Impact Of US Tariffs On Africa’s Trade
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has downplayed the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Africa, explaining that the region's trade relationship with the United States remains limited.During an interview at the World Bank’s Spring Me... -
![Nasarawa Police Arrest Criminal, Buhari Mustapha; Recover Firearm & Ammunition in Karu Raid]()
Nasarawa Police Arrest Criminal, Buhari Mustapha; Recover Firearm & Ammunition in Karu Raid
In a significant move against criminal activity, the Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a suspect and seized a firearm along with live ammunition during a recent raid in Karu Local Government Area.Following directives from the Commissioner of Police, CP Shettima Jauro Mohammed, to intensify... -
![VIDEO: Former Reality Star, Deji Morafa Celebrates as he Becomes An American Citizen]()
VIDEO: Former Reality Star, Deji Morafa Celebrates as he Becomes An American Citizen
Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 7 housemate, Deji Morafa, has become an American citizen. He achieved a significant milestone in his professional career by becoming a licensed pharmacist in the United StatesOn March 24, 2024, Deji Morafa announced via his social media platforms that he ha... -
![PHOTOS: Nigerian Delegates Led by Akpabio Arrive Vatican City to Pay Tribute to Pope Francis]()
PHOTOS: Nigerian Delegates Led by Akpabio Arrive Vatican City to Pay Tribute to Pope Francis
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio led some Nigerian government delegates to the Vatican City in Rome, Italy to pay tribute to the departed Pope, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian People at the Lying-in-State of Pope Francis, inside St Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, on Friday.B... -
![VIDEO: Benue Police Raid Hideouts, Arrest Some Killer Fulani Herdsmen in Otukpo]()
VIDEO: Benue Police Raid Hideouts, Arrest Some Killer Fulani Herdsmen in Otukpo
Some suspected Fulani herdsmen were arrested in Otukpo by the Benue State Police Command on Friday, April 25, 2025. Otukpo and surrounding areas have experienced a series of violent incidents involving suspected armed herders in recent months.Recal in early April 2025, a Benue Links bus travelin... -
![Stop Demarketing Nigeria – PDP Chieftain Warns Peter Obi]()
Stop Demarketing Nigeria – PDP Chieftain Warns Peter Obi
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Segun Sowunmi, has urged the 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stop demarketing Nigeria especially at international forums.Sowunmi said this while reacting to Obi’s X post on Friday, in which the ex-presidential candidate com... -
![Activist Harrrison Gwamnishu Resigns as SSA to Delta State Governor Over Security Concerns]()
Activist Harrrison Gwamnishu Resigns as SSA to Delta State Governor Over Security Concerns
Harrison Gwamnishu has resigned from his position as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Delta State Governor on Civil Society and Youth Mobilization due to security concerns. Gwamnishu, a prominent human rights activist and former Labour Party candidate for the Delta State House of Assembly in A... -
![Nigerians Fault Federal Govt's Claim That Aso Rock Pays N47 Billion Yearly For Electricity]()
Nigerians Fault Federal Govt's Claim That Aso Rock Pays N47 Billion Yearly For Electricity
The Federal Government's claim of paying ₦47 billion annually for electricity has sparked widespread skepticism among Nigerians, particularly on social media platforms. Many netizens question the accuracy of this figure, especially when juxtaposed with reports of substantial debts owed by th... -
![EFCC Declares Four Prominent Nigerians Wanted Over Alleged $1 Billion CBEX Scam]()
EFCC Declares Four Prominent Nigerians Wanted Over Alleged $1 Billion CBEX Scam
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared four individuals wanted over an alleged $1 billion cryptocurrency investment fraud linked to an online platform known as Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX).In a statement issued by the commission’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewa... -
![The Coming Elections is Not About APC Vs PDP, Its About .... Atiku Sets His 2027 Biddings]()
The Coming Elections is Not About APC Vs PDP, Its About .... Atiku Sets His 2027 Biddings
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is actively engaged in shaping Nigeria's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.He set the records straight on the potential candidacy for the forthcoming general elections via his social media platform.The 2023 Presidential candidate un... -
![Moment Popular TikToker Involved in ‘Justice For Mohbad’ Collapsed & Died During Live Stream]()
Moment Popular TikToker Involved in ‘Justice For Mohbad’ Collapsed & Died During Live Stream
A popular TikToker known as Disturbing, who was involved in the ‘JUSTICE FOR MOHBAD’ movement collapsed and d!ed during a live stream.A video making the rounds on social media shows the moment he suffered what looks like a seizure before passing away in front of the camera.Investigative journal... -
![VeryDarkMan Throws Subtle Shade at Terry Apala Following His Arrest by EFCC (VID)]()
VeryDarkMan Throws Subtle Shade at Terry Apala Following His Arrest by EFCC (VID)
Verydarkman (VDM) revealed that after Terry Apala served him a cease and desist letter just yesterday, the singer (Terry Apala) ended up being arrested today by the EFCC (Economic and Financial Crimes Commission).VDM posted about it, saying it’s ironic that someone trying to threaten him legally ... -
![PHOTOS: Pope Francis’ Coffin Sealed as Funeral Begins in Rome]()
PHOTOS: Pope Francis’ Coffin Sealed as Funeral Begins in Rome
Presidents, royalty and a multitude of simple mourners bade farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday at his funeral, where a cardinal said the pontiff's legacy of caring for migrants, the downtrodden and the environment must not die with him.On one side of Francis' coffin in the vast St. Pete... -
![Ed Sheeran Recounts How He Lost His Vision After Hanging Out With Snoop Dogg]()
Ed Sheeran Recounts How He Lost His Vision After Hanging Out With Snoop Dogg
34 year old British musician Ed Sheeran has revealed a wild moment he experienced while hanging out with the legendary rapper, Snoop Dogg.In a recent TikTok post, the British pop star shared a video of himself chilling with the rap icon, who was casually rolling what appeared to be w++d. His captio... -
![Actress Chizzy Alichi Expecting First Child With Husband, After 5 Years, Shares Lovely Shoots]()
Actress Chizzy Alichi Expecting First Child With Husband, After 5 Years, Shares Lovely Shoots
Nollywood actress Chizzy Alichi has joyfully announced her pregnancy by sharing stunning baby bump photos on social media. The photos, featuring her in an elegant off-shoulder blue gown, have captivated fans and garnered widespread admiration. In her announcement, she expressed gratitude by quoting... -
![Tribunal Upholds $220M Fine Against Meta and WhatsApp Over Data Violations in Nigeria]()
Tribunal Upholds $220M Fine Against Meta and WhatsApp Over Data Violations in Nigeria
Nigeria’s Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has upheld a $220 million fine imposed on Meta Platforms Inc. and its subsidiary, WhatsApp, over discriminatory data practices affecting Nigerian users. The tribunal also ordered the companies to reimburse the Federal Competition and Consumer... -
![DSS Arrests British Army Officer, Others Caught With 57 AK-47 Rifles in Delta]()
DSS Arrests British Army Officer, Others Caught With 57 AK-47 Rifles in Delta
The Department of State Services (DSS) has recovered 50 AK-47 rifles, six pump-action shotguns and more than 3,000 rounds of ammunition during a covert operation in Asaba, Delta State.The agency also arrested an Itsekiri serving in the British Army (name withheld) who allegedly procured the weapons... -
![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 ... -
![President Tinubu's Aide Sunday Dare Named in $12m Corruption Scandal]()
President Tinubu's Aide Sunday Dare Named in $12m Corruption Scandal
Nigerian boxing champion and Guinness World Record hopeful, Bash Ali, has accused top government officials, including President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media, Sunday Dare, of corruption involving $12 million meant for an international boxing event.In a letter to President Bola Tinubu, Bash Al... -
!["Nigeria Has More People In Poverty Than China, Indonesia, Vietnam" – Peter Obi]()
"Nigeria Has More People In Poverty Than China, Indonesia, Vietnam" – Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has attributed Nigeria’s deepening poverty and stalled development to decades of poor political leadership.Speaking at Johns Hopkins University in the United States on Thursday, Obi warned that Nigeria now has more people living in poverty th... -
![Nigerian Doctor Reveals What Her Coworker Said After She Offered Him A Ride To His Destination]()
Nigerian Doctor Reveals What Her Coworker Said After She Offered Him A Ride To His Destination
A Nigerian doctor, Adebimpe Onsire, has narrated how she offered a coworker a ride to his destination only for him to say that he can't get into a woman's car. The doctor, who shared the story on Thursday, said the man asked her to hand over her car keys to him while she sits in the passe... -
![Autopsy Confirms Real Cause of Death of Delta Governor's Special Adviser, Shimite, Love]()
Autopsy Confirms Real Cause of Death of Delta Governor's Special Adviser, Shimite, Love
The death of Nigerian filmmaker and culture advocate, Shimite Love, has officially been attributed to natural causes related to unmanaged hypertension, according to a close family friend who revealed findings from her autopsy report.This statement clears up the speculation surrounding her sudden pa... -
![Singer, Beyonce’s Mum, Tina Knowles Opens Up On Bre@st Cancer Diagnosis]()
Singer, Beyonce’s Mum, Tina Knowles Opens Up On Bre@st Cancer Diagnosis
Tina Knowles, the mother of Grammy-winning singer Beyonce, has opened up on her bre@st cancer diagnosis.The 71-year-old fashion designer broke down in tears as she revealed that she has been silently battling stage 1 cancer after doctors found two cancerous tumours during a mammogram.After the disc... -
![How My Wife Brought Her Secret Son to Our Home After Finding Out I Cant Father a Child]()
How My Wife Brought Her Secret Son to Our Home After Finding Out I Cant Father a Child
A recent story that has garnered significant attention involves a Nigerian man who found out of his wife secret son in an unconventional way.The man shared that his wife had pleaded to bring in her late best friend's son into their home for proper care.It happened that the best friend's s... -
![Lady Laments After She Was Barred From Using A Ferry In Lagos Days After She Complained About Being Stuck In A Boat]()
Lady Laments After She Was Barred From Using A Ferry In Lagos Days After She Complained About Being Stuck In A Boat
A lady residing in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State is seeking help from the public after she was barred from using the ferry service in her area because she called out the ferry workers for incompetence and endangering the lives of residents.She got in the wrong books of the ferry workers after she... -
![Dangote Expresses Gratitude Following His Bank's Appointment]()
Dangote Expresses Gratitude Following His Bank's Appointment
President and CEO of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has expressed gratitude following his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, a global initiative aimed at accelerating private investment and job creation in emerging economies.In a statement confirming the development, Da... -
![Send Money – Funke Akindele Claps Back At Troll Over Vacation Photos]()
Send Money – Funke Akindele Claps Back At Troll Over Vacation Photos
Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has once again proven she knows how to handle trolls with grace and a dose of sarcasm.While enjoying a vacation in Europe, the actress and filmmaker shared photos of herself sightseeing, only to be met with a snide comment from a troll on X, formerly known as Twi... -
![Man Cries Out As His Sister Goes Missing In Lagos After Sending Disturbing Message About Being 'Scared And Boarding Wrong Car']()
Man Cries Out As His Sister Goes Missing In Lagos After Sending Disturbing Message About Being 'Scared And Boarding Wrong Car'
A Nigerian man, Mayor Johnson, has expressed concerns over the whereabouts of his sister, Esther, who went missing, 24 hours after sending a disturbing message while on her way from Ajah to Epe area of Lagos State.Johnson disclosed that Esther left home on Thursday, April 24, 2025 for Ajah to stay ... -
![Regina Daniels Slams Trolls Who Say Her Life Must Be Boring With Older Husband]()
Regina Daniels Slams Trolls Who Say Her Life Must Be Boring With Older Husband
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, has fired back at trolls who say she must be living a boring life being married to an older man. Many have shared their opinions about Regina's love life following the star-studded wedding of Iyabo Ojo's daughter, Priscilla. Critics said Regina missed ou... -
![Lady Narrates How EFCC Allegedly Blocked Her After She Reported ₦5k Scam]()
Lady Narrates How EFCC Allegedly Blocked Her After She Reported ₦5k Scam
A Nigerian lady has alleged that she was blocked by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Instagram after reaching out to the Anti-corruption agency via the photo-sharing app to report a scam.In a post shared on her page via the popular social media platform X (formerly Twitter), t... -
![Video From Singer, 2Face And Fiancée, Natasha's Traditional Marriage]()
Video From Singer, 2Face And Fiancée, Natasha's Traditional Marriage
A video of the traditional marriage between 2Face and his fiancée, Honourable Natasha Osawaru has popped up online.Recall that Gistmania reported from Instagram blogger that the artist and the politician would be tying the knot today, April, 25th.The video of the traditional marriage has sparked d... -
!["I’m A Proud Member Of Celestial church, I Built A Parish" – Kwam1 Reveals His Religion]()
"I’m A Proud Member Of Celestial church, I Built A Parish" – Kwam1 Reveals His Religion
Famous Nigerian Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, professionally known as Kwam1, has stated that he is a Christian and not Muslim.This is contrary to the public assumption that Kwam1 is a Muslim due to his first name, Wasiu, and how his mother was buried.However, speaking about his religious faith on th... -
![Tinubu Broke Nigeria’s Constitution, National Assembly Very Weak Says Ex Minister, Amaechi]()
Tinubu Broke Nigeria’s Constitution, National Assembly Very Weak Says Ex Minister, Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has slammed the National Assembly, describing it as weak. This is he also condemned President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of breaking Nigeria’s constitution by removing Governor Siminalayi Fubara and declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State. ... -
!["My Father, Fela, Said My Music Was ‘Rubbish"– Femi Kuti]()
"My Father, Fela, Said My Music Was ‘Rubbish"– Femi Kuti
Femi Kuti has said that he faced opposition from his father, Fela Kuti, and his fans after leaving his father's band to form his own in 1986. He said that Fela’s fans turned against him as they saw his exit from his father’s band as a rebellion. The multiple Grammy-nominated artist said hi... -
!["This Is Me Feeling Proud In Front Of My Husband's Car Seat" - Nigerian Woman Says After Her Mother-in-law 'Quietly Went To The Back To Sit Down']()
"This Is Me Feeling Proud In Front Of My Husband's Car Seat" - Nigerian Woman Says After Her Mother-in-law 'Quietly Went To The Back To Sit Down'
A Nigerian woman, Eniola Sisialagbo, has expressed pride for sitting in the front seat of her husband's car after her mother-in-law ‘quietly’ sat in the back seat when he dropped them off at their different locations. She disclosed that her mother-in-law came to visit, and when she was lea... -
![EFCC Burst 15 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Lekki, Lagos]()
EFCC Burst 15 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Lekki, Lagos
Fifteen suspects have been arrested by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for alleged involvement in internet fraud in different estates in Lekki area of Lagos State.The suspected internet fraudsters were arrested by operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of ... -
!["Marry A Kind Man Who Can’t Bear To See You In Pain" – Pretty Mike Advises Ladies]()
"Marry A Kind Man Who Can’t Bear To See You In Pain" – Pretty Mike Advises Ladies
Nigerian socialite, Pretty Mike, has advised young women to marry men who can’t bear to see them in pain.Revealing one of the qualities of such men in a post on his Instagram story on Friday, Pretty Mike urged ladies to prioritise marrying “kind men”.He further cited the case of a woman who r... -
![Ex Rivers Deputy Speaker, Stanley-Uwom Sues Pres Tinubu To Stop Sole Administrator’s Funding]()
Ex Rivers Deputy Speaker, Stanley-Uwom Sues Pres Tinubu To Stop Sole Administrator’s Funding
A former Deputy Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Marshall Stanley-Uwom, has filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to stop the Federal Government from releasing funds meant for the Local Government Councils in Rivers State to the state’s Sole Administrator... -
![BREAKING; Abducted Kaduna Catholic Priest, Ibrahim Amos Regains His Freedom]()
BREAKING; Abducted Kaduna Catholic Priest, Ibrahim Amos Regains His Freedom
The Kaduna state cleric, Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, who was abducted at Kurmin Risga, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Thursday, April 24, has regained his freedom. Fr. Amos, who served at St. Gerald Quasi Parish, was said to have returned home unharmed on Friday at about 2am.His release ... -
![Criticize Me, Damage My Reputation, I Am Unmoved -Last Facebook Post Of Benue Youth Leader Hours Before He Was Stabbed To Death By Hoodlums]()
Criticize Me, Damage My Reputation, I Am Unmoved -Last Facebook Post Of Benue Youth Leader Hours Before He Was Stabbed To Death By Hoodlums
A youth leader identified as Raphael Ikyav has been killed by hoodlums in Benue State, hours after he addressed his critics on Facebook.A source said the incident happened in the Akpehe area in Makurdi, the state capital on Wednesday night, April 23, 2025. "Some hoodlums attacked and murdered ...
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