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![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... -
![House Of Reps Presents N18m Relief To Gov Mbah As Support To Victims Of Enugu Tanker Explosion]()
House Of Reps Presents N18m Relief To Gov Mbah As Support To Victims Of Enugu Tanker Explosion
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, Tuesday, presented a cheque for N18 million to the Enugu State Government as support to the victims of the January 25 petrol tanker explosion at Ugwu Onyeama on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which claimed several lives.The Speaker describe... -
![I'm Alive - Veteran Gospel Artiste, Ebenezer Obey, Dispels Rumor of His Death (VID)]()
I'm Alive - Veteran Gospel Artiste, Ebenezer Obey, Dispels Rumor of His Death (VID)
Veteran Nigerian gospel and juju music legend, Ebenezer Obey, has dismissed recent rumors circulating on social media about his death.The 82-year-old music icon clarified that he is very much alive and well, urging fans and the public not to believe the false news being spread. In a recent statemen... -
![Photos of President Tinubu As He Returns to Abuja After His Visit to Europe]()
Photos of President Tinubu As He Returns to Abuja After His Visit to Europe
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned to Abuja on the evening of Monday, April 21, 2025, concluding an 18-day visit to Europe. His aircraft landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at approximately 9:50 p.m. He was received by senior government officials, i... -
![2Baba Publicly Introduces Fiancée, Natasha Osawaru To Och’Idoma, Hometown Elders]()
2Baba Publicly Introduces Fiancée, Natasha Osawaru To Och’Idoma, Hometown Elders
Nigerian music icon, Innocent “2Baba” Idibia formally introduced his fiancée, Honourable Natasha Osawaru, to the Idoma traditional leadership and his hometown community on Monday.The introduction took place during the Idoma Nation Peace and Unity Symposium at the Och’Idoma Palace in Otukpo.D... -
![Regina Daniel’s Younger Sister, Destiny Reveals She Is Toeing The Actress’s Path As She Begins Her Search For A Boyfriend]()
Regina Daniel’s Younger Sister, Destiny Reveals She Is Toeing The Actress’s Path As She Begins Her Search For A Boyfriend
Actress, Regina Daniel’s younger sister, Destiny, has revealed she is considering toeing the actress’s path as she begins her search for a boyfriend. She shared a video of herself dancing on TikTok and wrote ‘’As I dey find young boyfriend, I still de observe my big sister path'&... -
![VIDEO; 2face And His Woman, Natasha Spotted At An Event In Enugu]()
VIDEO; 2face And His Woman, Natasha Spotted At An Event In Enugu
Singer, 2face and his woman, Hon Natasha Osawaru nee Idibia, were spotted at an event in Enugu state on Monday, April 21. The couple rocked tracksuits to the event. Watch a video of them at the event below… ... -
![MC Oluomo Challenges Those Mocking His Poor Spoken English To Bring Their Children To Compete With His]()
MC Oluomo Challenges Those Mocking His Poor Spoken English To Bring Their Children To Compete With His
MC Oluomo, real name Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, has addressed those who mock him over his inability to speak good English. The road transport workers' boss stated that though he may not be fluent in English, those mocking him have not raised children who can compete with his children. Speaking ... -
!["Life Isn’t About Begging People For Fair Treatment, It’s About Matching Energy" - Peter Okoye]()
"Life Isn’t About Begging People For Fair Treatment, It’s About Matching Energy" - Peter Okoye
Singer, Peter Okoye, who is in a running battle with his twin brother, Paul, as well as their older brother, Jude Okoye, has seemingly disclosed how the whole experience has changed his perspective about life.In a post shared on his Instagram page, Peter stated that he is now all about ‘matching ... -
![Hailey Bieber Reveals She's Dealing With Two Ovarian Cysts As She Shows Off Bloated Tummy]()
Hailey Bieber Reveals She's Dealing With Two Ovarian Cysts As She Shows Off Bloated Tummy
Hailey Bieber has revealed that she has been diagnosed with two ovarian cysts after giving birth to her and husband singer, Justin Bieber's son Jack Blues Bieber in 2024. On April 21, 2025, the 28-year-old model posted on her Instagram Stories showing off her stomach and sharing the hea... -
![Former Senate President, David Mark Urges Idoma To Unite Against Aggressors]()
Former Senate President, David Mark Urges Idoma To Unite Against Aggressors
Former Senate President, David Mark, has called on the sons and daughters of Idoma to stand united against external threats, following the recent violence in Idoma land that has left hundreds dead and thousands displaced.The OkpokpowuluK’Idoma made the call on Monday, April 21st, 2025, during the... -
![FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike Is APC’s Mole – Rivers PDP Factional Chairman Reveals]()
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike Is APC’s Mole – Rivers PDP Factional Chairman Reveals
A factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, says the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, is working to destroy the opposition from within.He said Wike should no longer be considered a member of the PDP, having openly pledged lo... -
![Manchester City v Aston Villa: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats]()
Manchester City v Aston Villa: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats
Date: Tuesday 22nd April, 2025 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium: Etihad Stadium Referee: Craig Pawson (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Manchester City [/size]Manchester City will be without Rodri due to a knee injury. John Stones and Manuel Akanji will miss out with... -
![UK Records Over 22000 Asylum-Seeking Nigerians]()
UK Records Over 22000 Asylum-Seeking Nigerians
The United Kingdom Home Office received 22,619 asylum applications from Nigerian nationals from 2010 to 2024.Local eventsNigerians reportedly accounted for one in 30 UK asylum claims over the period, ranking 11th on the Home Office’s newly released year-end Asylum and Resettlement statistics.Acco... -
![President Tinubu Set To Meet Service Chiefs Amid Surge In Killings]()
President Tinubu Set To Meet Service Chiefs Amid Surge In Killings
President Bola Tinubu is expected to hold a meeting with Nigeria’s top security officials following a wave of violent attacks in Plateau, Benue, and other parts of the country.The meeting is set to take place following Tinubu’s return to Abuja on Monday night after spending over two weeks in Pa... -
![Hollywood Actor, George Clooney Says He And Wife Have Never Argued In 10 years Of Marriage]()
Hollywood Actor, George Clooney Says He And Wife Have Never Argued In 10 years Of Marriage
American actor and filmmaker, George Clooney says he and wife Amal Clooney have never had a fight in their 10-year marriage.In 2022, the “Wolfs” star, 63, told Gayle King that communication with his human rights lawyer wife, 47, is “the easiest thing by far” in their relationship and that, ... -
![Man, Olamide Kills His One-Year-Old Son During Fight With Wife In Ogun]()
Man, Olamide Kills His One-Year-Old Son During Fight With Wife In Ogun
A man identified as Olamide has allegedly killed his one-year-old son during a fight with his wife in the Elega area of Abeokuta, Ogun State.It was gathered that the couple were engaged in a heated argument on Saturday night when Olamide, mistakenly struck his son with an iron rod intended for his ... -
![Bandits Demand N60M Levy From Zamfara Communities For Allegedly Supporting Military Operations]()
Bandits Demand N60M Levy From Zamfara Communities For Allegedly Supporting Military Operations
Armed bandits have reportedly imposed a N60 million levy on at least 12 communities in Zamfara State, accusing them of aiding recent Nigerian military operations that disrupted their activities.The affected communities include Koloma, Dan Hayin Zargado, Zargado, Dan Godabe, Sabuwar Tunga, Makini, B... -
![See The 77-Yrs-Old Interim Pope Following The Death Of Pope Francis]()
See The 77-Yrs-Old Interim Pope Following The Death Of Pope Francis
The person tasked with leading the Catholic Church until a replacement for Pope Francis is elected, is a man from Dublin called Kevin Joseph Farrell. Raised in an Irish-speaking household in the working-class suburb of Drimnagh, Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell has risen to become one of the most powe... -
![Just Released Viral Teen, Quadri Speaks of His Traumatic Experience in Kirikiri Prison (VID)]()
Just Released Viral Teen, Quadri Speaks of His Traumatic Experience in Kirikiri Prison (VID)
A 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention in 2023 for standing in front of Peter Obi’s convoy during a campaign rally in Lagos, has recently shared his harrowing experience in prison.Quadri was reportedly abducted by local youths upset over being excluded from the financial gifts he r... -
![After Pope Francis' Death, Two African Cardinals Emerge As Contenders To Succeed Him (Photos)]()
After Pope Francis' Death, Two African Cardinals Emerge As Contenders To Succeed Him (Photos)
The global Catholic community is in mourning following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, while attention swiftly turns to the crucial decision ahead: selecting his successor.As the College of Cardinals prepares for the next conclave, two African prelates have emerged as leading contenders in t... -
![Singer, Lil Kesh Under Fire For Using Pet Name In Wedding Wish To Ex Girlfriend, Priscilla Ojo]()
Singer, Lil Kesh Under Fire For Using Pet Name In Wedding Wish To Ex Girlfriend, Priscilla Ojo
Nigerian singer Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has stirred conversations online following his reaction to the wedding of his rumoured ex-girlfriend, Priscilla Ojo.The daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo recently tied the knot with her Tanzanian lover, Juma Jux, in a star-studded... -
![Kanye West Shares Shocking Tweet From His Past That Got Everyone Talking]()
Kanye West Shares Shocking Tweet From His Past That Got Everyone Talking
Kanye West has shared his wildest tweet yet. The rapper has made shocking tweets over the past few years but the one he shared on X just minutes ago has shocked other X users. The father-of-four, while promoting his latest song titled Cousins, shared a secret from his past. He disclosed that he sha... -
![Pastor Tunde Bakare Blasts President Tinubu, Tells Him To Stop Playing God]()
Pastor Tunde Bakare Blasts President Tinubu, Tells Him To Stop Playing God
Pastor Tunde Bakare, Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), has issued a stern warning to President Bola Tinubu, cautioning him against "playing God" and asserting that the current administration is veering the country off course. Delivering a state of the natio... -
![Video Of Pope Francis' Brief Public Appearance on Easter Day Before His Death Surfaces]()
Video Of Pope Francis' Brief Public Appearance on Easter Day Before His Death Surfaces
Just one day before his de@th, Pope Francis made a brief appearance on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica during the Easter Sunday Mass and gave his traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing, While he has been dealing with some health challenges in recent years.His last public words: “Happy Easter”... -
![Social Media Buzz: Bride Hailed For Marrying Elderly White Man to "Break Generational Curse" (Video)]()
Social Media Buzz: Bride Hailed For Marrying Elderly White Man to "Break Generational Curse" (Video)
An interracial wedding has sparked intense debate and admiration on social media after images of a young African bride tying the knot with an elderly, visibly frail white man went viral.The unusual union, which many speculate was driven by financial motives, has become a trending topic on platforms... -
![Ooni of Ife Celebrates Daughter, Adewamiwa 's 18th Birthday With Heartfelt Message]()
Ooni of Ife Celebrates Daughter, Adewamiwa 's 18th Birthday With Heartfelt Message
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has taken to social media to celebrate his daughter, Adewamiwa, on her 18th birthday, expressing immense pride and joy over her milestone.In a post shared on his Instagram, the revered monarch shared photos of the birthday celebrant and wrote a touching tribut... -
![Presidency Hails 1st Lady Remi Tinubu For Kneeling to Greet Afenifere Leader, Pa Fasoranti]()
Presidency Hails 1st Lady Remi Tinubu For Kneeling to Greet Afenifere Leader, Pa Fasoranti
The Presidency has described Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, as “humility personified” following her gesture of kneeling to greet Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti.This was contained in a post on Monday via X by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser, Media and Public Communication to Preside... -
![Correctional Service Debunks Jailbreak Rumour in Ilorin, Clarifies Misreported Facility]()
Correctional Service Debunks Jailbreak Rumour in Ilorin, Clarifies Misreported Facility
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kwara State Command, has refuted claims of a jailbreak at the Borstal Training Institute in Ilorin , insisting that all inmates in its care remain accounted for and the facility is secure.A statement issued on Monday by the Public Relations Officer ... -
![See How Actress Liz Anjorin Reacts To Claims That She's Jealous Of Iyabo Ojo's Daughter Wedding]()
See How Actress Liz Anjorin Reacts To Claims That She's Jealous Of Iyabo Ojo's Daughter Wedding
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has reacted to claims that she is jealous of her colleague and arch rival, Iyabo Ojo, who over the weekend hosted a talk-of-the-town wedding for her only daughter, Priscilla.Lizzy and Iyabo have been enemies for the longest and have even dragged themselves to court...
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