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![Obi Cubana confirms biological son as ‘Next Of Kin’ After Adopted Son Claimed To Be Next Of Kin]()
Obi Cubana confirms biological son as ‘Next Of Kin’ After Adopted Son Claimed To Be Next Of Kin
Obi Cubana has thrown his weight behind his biological son, Alex Iyiegbu, as his “next of kin” in a seeming response to a viral video featuring his adopted son, ChidiThe video showed Chidi jokingly claiming to be the “next of kin,” stirring mixed reactions online.Obi Cubana’s 50th birthda... -
![Boxer Anthony Joshua Visits Singer Peter Okoye At Home]()
Boxer Anthony Joshua Visits Singer Peter Okoye At Home
British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua recently paid a surprise visit to Nigerian singer Peter Okoye (also known as Mr. P) and his family at their home. The visit brought immense joy to the household, especially to Peter's wife, Lola Omotayo-Okoye, who is an avid fan of Joshua. She sh... -
![Tinubu And Suspended Gov. Fubara Reportedly Met In London Over Rivers Political Crisis]()
Tinubu And Suspended Gov. Fubara Reportedly Met In London Over Rivers Political Crisis
President Bola Tinubu is said to have met with Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers State, in London last week.According to Africa Report, two unnamed aides close to the president confirmed the private meeting.Tinubu left Nigeria for Paris on April 2 for a two-week official trip.Afte... -
!["I Want Chris Brown On “Shake Body” Remix" – Singer, Skales Expresses Desire]()
"I Want Chris Brown On “Shake Body” Remix" – Singer, Skales Expresses Desire
Following the unexpected resurgence of his 2014 hit single Shake Body, artiste, Skales has publicly expressed his desire to collaborate with American R&B star Chris Brown on a remix of the trackTaking to social media, Skales tweeted: “I want Chris Brown on Shakebody remix,” sparking excitem... -
![Tragedy Struck As Stray Bullet Kills Teen At Lagos Anti-Cultism Walk]()
Tragedy Struck As Stray Bullet Kills Teen At Lagos Anti-Cultism Walk
Tragedy struck on Monday when a 16-year-old boy, identified simply as Mustapha, was k!lled by a stray bullet during a suspected cult clash in the Oyingbo area of Ebute Metta, Lagos StateIt was learnt that the incident occurred during a peace walk organised by some youths to address rising cult-rela... -
!["Arrest Anyone With Dreadlocks" - Niger Govt Orders Security Operatives]()
"Arrest Anyone With Dreadlocks" - Niger Govt Orders Security Operatives
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has directed security operatives to arrest anyone wearing dreadlocks.Governor Bago issued the directive during a security meeting held in Minna on Tuesday.He stated that the measure was part of efforts to curb the resurgence of insecurity in the state capital. �... -
![“It Was Evil That Visited Benue State” - Ribadu Declares On Good Friday Killings]()
“It Was Evil That Visited Benue State” - Ribadu Declares On Good Friday Killings
The National Security Adviser (NSA) to the President, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has described the killing of over 72 people in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas in Benue State on Good Friday as a national tragedy, saying “It was evil that visited the state.”Ribadu said this during a stakeholders’... -
![Sam George Assure Bimbo Ademoye Of Swift Action On Unauthorized Broadcast Of Her Movie In Ghana]()
Sam George Assure Bimbo Ademoye Of Swift Action On Unauthorized Broadcast Of Her Movie In Ghana
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye recently called out some Ghanaian television stations for broadcasting her movies without permission.In a video shared on social media, Bimbo expressed her frustration over the unauthorized use of her intellectual property and urged the relevant authorities in Ghana ... -
![Singer, Spyro Threatens Legal Action Over False Career Setback Claim Involving Davido]()
Singer, Spyro Threatens Legal Action Over False Career Setback Claim Involving Davido
Nigerian singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, better known as Spyro, has denied stating that he experienced a career setback following his collaboration with Davido and Mayorkun.The singer, who teamed up with Davido and Mayorkun in 2018 for the remix of his song “Funke,” was reportedly quoted in an... -
![Portable Laments Growing Threat Of Arrest After Burna Boy’s Gift Revelation]()
Portable Laments Growing Threat Of Arrest After Burna Boy’s Gift Revelation
Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has cried out, claiming that his opponents are once again involving the police in a bid to hunt him down.He took to his Instagram page on Tuesday to express his frustration, just a week after his release from jail.He claimed that since it was revealed Burna Bo... -
![Nigerian Man Opens Up About Challenges He Faced Since His Retirement]()
Nigerian Man Opens Up About Challenges He Faced Since His Retirement
A man identified as Mohammed Zakari, has spoken about the challenges he encountered since his retirement a year ago.In a Facebook post on Monday, April 21, 2025, he revealed that some of his friends seemed to have drifted apart and won't answer his calls. He advised people approaching retireme... -
![BREAKING; Federal Workers Begin Indefinite Strike In Oyo Over 5 Month Outstanding Wage Awards]()
BREAKING; Federal Workers Begin Indefinite Strike In Oyo Over 5 Month Outstanding Wage Awards
Workers in the employment of federal government of Nigeria on Tuesday began an indefinite strike in Oyon State over non-payment of their five months outstanding wage awards.The workers, under the platform of federal workers forum, declared the commencement of the strike on Tuesday.The declaration w... -
![A Broke Guy Trying To Get Married To A Rich Babe Is A Red Flag - Nigerian Doctor Says]()
A Broke Guy Trying To Get Married To A Rich Babe Is A Red Flag - Nigerian Doctor Says
A Nigerian medical doctor, Obianma Onya, has opined that a broke man trying to tie the knot with a rich woman is a red flag.She warned women to avoid broke guys, stating that some of them are gold diggers with an inferiority complex.She stated this in a Facebook post while reacting to the recent sp... -
![Man Sentenced To Death By Hanging For Killing Couple And Their 2-year-old Daughter In Kano]()
Man Sentenced To Death By Hanging For Killing Couple And Their 2-year-old Daughter In Kano
A man identified as Salisu Idris, has been sentenced to d3ath by hanging by the Kano State High Court for burning a family of three alive.Idris set fire to Aminu Bala's house, k!lling him, his wife, Ruqayya and their 2-year-old daughter, Aisha.Idris claimed he was promised the sum of N200,000 ... -
![Nigerian Rapper, Ice Prince Credits Colleague, MI Abaga For Shaping His Rap Career]()
Nigerian Rapper, Ice Prince Credits Colleague, MI Abaga For Shaping His Rap Career
Nigerian rapper Ice Prince has credited MI Abaga with teaching him how to rap, describing the influential artist as his mentor and key figure in his development as a musician.In a recent interview with content creator Isbaeu on the show Curiosity Made Me Ask, Ice Prince spoke candidly about MI’s ... -
![Troops Arrest Kidnap Kingpin, Tundun Wada In Kano]()
Troops Arrest Kidnap Kingpin, Tundun Wada In Kano
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Tundun Wada, have arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper in Tundun Wada Local Government Area of Kano State. Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Brigade, Kano, Capt. Babatunde Zubairu, Assistant disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, April 23, 2025. Acc... -
![VIDEO: Singer, Spyro, Shows Off The Amazing Interior of His Newly Acquired Mansion]()
VIDEO: Singer, Spyro, Shows Off The Amazing Interior of His Newly Acquired Mansion
Nigerian singer Spyro, renowned for his hit "Who Is Your Guy," has unveiled the stunning interior of his newly acquired mansion. Sharing a video on his Instagram Stories, Spyro showcased the luxurious design elements he personally curated, including sleek lighting, modern furnishings, and... -
![A Genuine World Leader Has Gone - Bishop Kukah Mourns Pope Francis's Death]()
A Genuine World Leader Has Gone - Bishop Kukah Mourns Pope Francis's Death
Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has mourned the death of Pope Francis, saying the world will miss a genuine leader, a very loving and caring man.It was reported that The Vatican announced Pope Francis’ death on Monday morning, noting that he died from a cerebral stroke and subse... -
![Pastor David Ibiyeomie Defends Himself, Reveals Why He Said Jesus Never Visited The Poor]()
Pastor David Ibiyeomie Defends Himself, Reveals Why He Said Jesus Never Visited The Poor
Renowned Nigerian preacher, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, has addressed the widespread backlash that followed his controversial sermon, where he claimed that Jesus Christ hates poverty and poor people.The initial remarks, which went viral on social media, sparked outrage, with many accusing the cleric of... -
![Dangote Refinery’s Petrol Price Drop Forces Some Filling Stations To Shut]()
Dangote Refinery’s Petrol Price Drop Forces Some Filling Stations To Shut
Some filling stations and petroleum products marketers, partners of Dangote Refinery’s petrol, temporarily shut down for the past five days after the latest premium motor spirit price drop by the 650,000 barrels per day refinery.It was reported that for the past five days, MRS filling stations in... -
![Adorable Video of Mikel Obi's Twin Daughters Singing For Him as He Celebrates His 38th Birthday]()
Adorable Video of Mikel Obi's Twin Daughters Singing For Him as He Celebrates His 38th Birthday
Former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea legend, John Mikel Obi, celebrated his 38th birthday on April 22, 2025, with a heartwarming surprise from his twin daughters, Ava and Mia. The adorable duo sang a birthday song for their dad in a video that has since gone viral, capturing the hearts of fans w... -
![Socialite,Sandra Benede Confesses To Being Mother Of Naira Marley’s Twin In A Viral Video]()
Socialite,Sandra Benede Confesses To Being Mother Of Naira Marley’s Twin In A Viral Video
In a shocking turn of events, Nigerian socialite Sandra Benede revealed during a TikTok Live session with Peller that she is the mother of Naira Marley’s twinThe confession came after persistent encouragement from Peller, who had urged her to speak more openly about her personal life.For years, S... -
![Vatican City Publishes Pope Francis' Will Testament (Details)]()
Vatican City Publishes Pope Francis' Will Testament (Details)
The Will of Pope Francis has been published.The Catholic Church worldwide was thrown into mourning on Monday following the confirmation of the passing of the Catholic pontiff, Pope Francis.The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis died at the age of 88.Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, Francis was elected ... -
![Divorce Seeking Wife Tells Court How Her Husband Leaves Home Whenever They have Misunderstanding]()
Divorce Seeking Wife Tells Court How Her Husband Leaves Home Whenever They have Misunderstanding
A housewife, Hussaina Musa, on Tuesday, dragged her husband, Hussaini Umar, to a Shari’a court sitting at Rigasa, Kaduna State for abandoning her whenever they have a misunderstanding.The complainant told the court that the defendant left her without food for more than a month, a situation that m... -
![Kano Hisbah Destroys ‘Holy Site’ Where Pilgrims Drank Mud Water Believed To Bear Prophet’s Footprint]()
Kano Hisbah Destroys ‘Holy Site’ Where Pilgrims Drank Mud Water Believed To Bear Prophet’s Footprint
Kano State Hisbah Board has shut down an unofficial pilgrimage site where people had gathered to drink muddy water, believing it came from a spot where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) supposedly left his footprint.The location, near the Dakata Industrial Area, had recently been cleared for railway cons... -
![Court Sentences Man, Sagiru To Death By Hanging For Killing Stepmother, Sister In Kano]()
Court Sentences Man, Sagiru To Death By Hanging For Killing Stepmother, Sister In Kano
A Kano High Court sentenced one Sagiru Rijiyar-Zaki, to death by hanging for allegedly Killing his stepmother Rabiatu Sagir and his sister, Munawara.The 22 years old suspect who lives in Kutama Village, Gwarzo Local government area of Kano, was convicted of culpable homicide.The Prosecution Counsel... -
![Catholic Faithful In Lagos Mourn, To Mass For Pope Francis Who Died On Easter Monday]()
Catholic Faithful In Lagos Mourn, To Mass For Pope Francis Who Died On Easter Monday
Catholic faithful in Lagos State will be celebrating mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday.This is contained in a circular signed by the Archbishop of Lagos Catholic Archdiocese, Most Rev. Adewale Martins.The circular was made available to newsmen in Lagos on Tue... -
![Hilarious Video of a Preacher Conducting Deliverance on a Lady In a Commercial Bus in Lagos]()
Hilarious Video of a Preacher Conducting Deliverance on a Lady In a Commercial Bus in Lagos
A video capturing a self-proclaimed pastor conducting a dramatic deliverance session on a woman inside a commercial bus in Lagos has gone viral, sparking widespread amusement and debate online. The footage, which surfaced on social media, shows the pastor energetically performing the deliverance am... -
![Muslim Group Pays Tribute To Pope Francis, Hails His Legacy Of Justice, Advocacy For Gaza]()
Muslim Group Pays Tribute To Pope Francis, Hails His Legacy Of Justice, Advocacy For Gaza
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre Nigeria, MPACN, has paid glowing tribute to the late Pope Francis, commending his unwavering stance against injustice and his vocal criticism of the Israeli war in Gaza.The Vatican announced the Pope’s passing yesterday at the age of 88. He was said to be the firs... -
![40Yr Old Bauchi Woman, Fatima Ibrahim Sexually Assaults 12Yr Old Male Househelp]()
40Yr Old Bauchi Woman, Fatima Ibrahim Sexually Assaults 12Yr Old Male Househelp
The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended a 40-year-old woman, identified as Fatima Ibrahim, alleged to have sexually assaulted a minor who has been her househelp in Azare, Katagum Local Government Area of the state.Police spokesman CSP Ahmed Wakil said that the case was reported at Azare Div... -
![Taekwondo Coach Killed As Rainstorm Destroys Sports Facilities In Kwara]()
Taekwondo Coach Killed As Rainstorm Destroys Sports Facilities In Kwara
Tragedy struck in Kwara State capital, as a 30-minute rainstorm wreaked havoc at the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority complex in Ilorin. The incident claimed the life of a Taekwondo coach and champion, Musa Ismail Adeyinka and destroyed a newly renovated sports facility and other resid... -
![Gunmen Kill Vigilante Member, Six Others In Kwara]()
Gunmen Kill Vigilante Member, Six Others In Kwara
Gunmen have launched a deadly attack in Ilesha Baruba, leaving six people dead, while one vigilante member was also killed in another incident during a forest patrol in Kemanji, located in the Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State.A statement by Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the Police Public Relat... -
![Suspected Fraudsters Caught Impersonating Police To Defraud Traders In Niger]()
Suspected Fraudsters Caught Impersonating Police To Defraud Traders In Niger
Niger State Police Command has arrested four men suspected of posing as police officers to scam traders and steal their money and cattle at various markets.The suspects, named as Aliyu Abbas, 35, from Funtua, Katsina; Jibrin Idris, 35, from Gwiwa, Jigawa; Musa Ya’u from Daura, Katsina; and Abubak... -
![Shocking As Police Inspector, Maxwell Zabu Allegedly Shoots Himself Dead In Port Harcourt]()
Shocking As Police Inspector, Maxwell Zabu Allegedly Shoots Himself Dead In Port Harcourt
A Police Inspector, Maxwell Zabu, has committed suicide in Rivers State. Zabu allegedly shot himself d3ad in his room at the Eagle Island residence of a former Chairman of Port Harcourt Local Government Area, Hon. Victor Ihunwo.The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday, April 22, 2025. It... -
![Again, Suspected Herdsmen Reportedly Kill 11 Persons In Benue Community]()
Again, Suspected Herdsmen Reportedly Kill 11 Persons In Benue Community
Barely a week after suspected armed herders massacred over 50 farmers in parts of Benue State, fresh violence erupted in the early hours of Tuesday as gunmen stormed Afia community in Ukum Local Government Area, killing 11 residents and leaving several others injured.The Ter Ukum, His Royal Highnes... -
![IGP, Egbetokun Orders Immediate Withdrawal Of Police Mobile Officers From VIPs, Others]()
IGP, Egbetokun Orders Immediate Withdrawal Of Police Mobile Officers From VIPs, Others
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun has ordered immediate withdrawal of Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel from unauthorized deployments.This was announced by the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Tuesday in a statement.Adejobi said in the statemen... -
![Trump Administration Plans To Pay $5K ‘Baby Bonus’ For Moms To Increase US Birth Rate]()
Trump Administration Plans To Pay $5K ‘Baby Bonus’ For Moms To Increase US Birth Rate
The Trump administration is reportedly considering implementing incentives to get women to have more babies to tackle the declining birth rates in the U.S.Officials in President Donald Trump's administration have been quietly meeting with activists and birth advocates in order to come up with ... -
![Niger Government Imposes Curfew On Minna Following Killings]()
Niger Government Imposes Curfew On Minna Following Killings
The Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has imposed a curfew on Minna, from 6pm to 6am, in response to the recent wave of attacks and killings across the city. The governor declared that the movement of commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators is now restricted between 6pm and 6am. Bago ... -
![Police Kill Four Suspected Kidnappers In Rivers]()
Police Kill Four Suspected Kidnappers In Rivers
Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have killed four suspected kidnappers linked to the abduction and murder of a businessman and other individuals in the State.The Command’s spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, saying the suspects were sea pirates ... -
![18Yr Old Arrested For Being In Possession Of Illegal Firearm In Akwa Ibom Tells Police It Belong To His Landlord]()
18Yr Old Arrested For Being In Possession Of Illegal Firearm In Akwa Ibom Tells Police It Belong To His Landlord
An 18-year-old identified as Amanam Bassey Abraham, has been arrested by men of the Akwa Ibom state police command for unlawful possession of a locally made pistol.Disclosing this to newsmen, the spokesperson of the command, DSP Timfon John, in a statement released, said the arrest was made f...
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