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![Frustrated Man Lashes Out Over Lagos Supermarket’s ₦30 Charge For Nylon Bag (Video)]()
Frustrated Man Lashes Out Over Lagos Supermarket’s ₦30 Charge For Nylon Bag (Video)
A frustrated Lagos resident has sparked an online debate after publicly criticizing supermarkets for charging customers extra fees for nylon bags. In a viral video circulating on social media, the man, shopping at a supermarket in the Isheri area of Lagos, voiced his outrage after being asked... -
![Indian National, Neetu Neetu Caught Smuggling Heroin Disguised As Chocolates At Kano Airport (Photos)]()
Indian National, Neetu Neetu Caught Smuggling Heroin Disguised As Chocolates At Kano Airport (Photos)
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 42-year-old Indian woman, identified as Ms. Neetu Neetu, for attempting to smuggle 11 kilograms of her0in into Nigeria, cleverly concealed in chocolate wrappers. The arrest took place on Friday, March 14, 2025, at ... -
![Reality Star, Queen Mercy Atang Fires Back At Trolls, Exposes Messages To Husband]()
Reality Star, Queen Mercy Atang Fires Back At Trolls, Exposes Messages To Husband
Popular reality TV star, Queen Mercy Atang, has hit back at online trolls attempting to disrupt her marriage, revealing shocking messages women sent to her husband. Taking to her Instagram page, Queen Mercy addressed the relentless criticism, stating that some detractors had even gone as far ... -
![AMVCA 2025 Nominees Unveiled: Adedimeji Lateef, Uzor Arukwe, Chioma Chukwuka, Others Nominated]()
AMVCA 2025 Nominees Unveiled: Adedimeji Lateef, Uzor Arukwe, Chioma Chukwuka, Others Nominated
The nominees for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have been unveiled, celebrating excellence in African cinema and television.This year’s nominations recognise a stellar lineup of actors, filmmakers, and content creators who have made remarkable contributions to the industry... -
![Naval Officer, Cynthia Akor Rescued in Joint Operation After Abuja Kidnapping]()
Naval Officer, Cynthia Akor Rescued in Joint Operation After Abuja Kidnapping
In a coordinated overnight operation, a joint security task force successfully rescued Lt. Cynthia Akor, a naval officer abducted in Abuja, from a hideout in Nasarawa State . The rescue mission, conducted between 2 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, involved the military, operatives from the An... -
![Sokoto Man Allegedly Murders Wife, Dumps Body in Well; Daughter Raises Alarm]()
Sokoto Man Allegedly Murders Wife, Dumps Body in Well; Daughter Raises Alarm
A tragic incident has rocked Sokoto State after a man allegedly killed his wife and disposed of her body by dumping it in a water well. The horrifying act came to light when the couple's daughter discovered the incident and raised an alarm, drawing the attention of neighbors and sparking... -
![Death Toll Among New Nigerian Newspaper Retirees Hits 108 Amid Unpaid Benefits]()
Death Toll Among New Nigerian Newspaper Retirees Hits 108 Amid Unpaid Benefits
The number of New Nigerian Newspaper (NNN) retirees who died waiting for their unpaid entitlements has climbed to 108 following the death of Yahaya Z. Bako, a former staff member in the Marketing Department, over the weekend. Bako’s death was confirmed in a message shared on the NNN Norther... -
![One Dead, Two Injured As Sokoto Community Battles Bandits In Fresh Attack]()
One Dead, Two Injured As Sokoto Community Battles Bandits In Fresh Attack
A deadly clash between residents of Baidi community in Tangaza Local Government Area and armed bandits on Saturday, March 22, left one person dead and two others wounded. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as the attackers stormed the village in broad daylight, arriving on six motorcycles... -
![VIDEO: Reactions Trend As Sam Larry is Spotted at Hajj in Mecca]()
VIDEO: Reactions Trend As Sam Larry is Spotted at Hajj in Mecca
Controversial socialite and music promoter, Sam Larry, who faced significant backlash following the death of Nigerian singer Mohbad. A video surfaced showing Sam Larry and his associates harassing Mohbad during a music video shoot with Zlatan Ibile, leading to public outrage and scrutiny of Larry&#... -
![Excitement As Gospel Singer Steve Crown Announces Engagement (VID)]()
Excitement As Gospel Singer Steve Crown Announces Engagement (VID)
Popular Gospel singer, Steve Crown, has set social media abuzz with joy as he announces his engagement.The singer took to Instagram to share the exciting news, posting a heartwarming video from the proposal.In the video, Steve Crown is seen tenderly placing a crown on his fiancée’s head while th... -
![Blame me For My Mistakes Not My Religion - Singer Naira Marley Says]()
Blame me For My Mistakes Not My Religion - Singer Naira Marley Says
Controversial Nigerian musician Abdulazeez Fashola, known as Naira Marley, has requested that his fans hold him accountable for his actions and avoid linking his lifestyle to his religion.He remarked that while Islam is “perfect,” its followers are not. He urged fans to focus on his personal f... -
![Troops Crush Bandit Hideouts, Seize Arms In Taraba State Crackdown]()
Troops Crush Bandit Hideouts, Seize Arms In Taraba State Crackdown
In a series of intense operations, troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, working alongside Sector 2 Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), have dismantled multiple bandit camps, seized weapons, and arrested key suspects across Taraba State. Captain Olubodunde Oni, Actin... -
![Veteran Actor, Jide Kosoko Speaks Out On Sexual Exploitation In Nollywood, Urges Actors To Uphold Integrity (Video)]()
Veteran Actor, Jide Kosoko Speaks Out On Sexual Exploitation In Nollywood, Urges Actors To Uphold Integrity (Video)
Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has addressed the troubling issue of s*xual exploitation within the Nigerian film industry, urging aspiring actors to prioritize their dignity and self-respect. Speaking on the *Honest Bunch* podcast, Kosoko emphasized that no one should feel compelled to... -
![Four Arrested Over Death Of Bauchi Security Guard, Polmi Dauda Following Alleged Theft Accusations]()
Four Arrested Over Death Of Bauchi Security Guard, Polmi Dauda Following Alleged Theft Accusations
The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of four individuals in connection with the death of a 20-year-old security guard, Polmi Dauda, after an altercation near his workplace. The Command’s spokesperson, CSP Mohammed Wakili, released a statement on Sunday detailing that the... -
![Nigerian Woman in Germany Declares She Doesn’t Want Kids, Cites Societal Pressure (Video)]()
Nigerian Woman in Germany Declares She Doesn’t Want Kids, Cites Societal Pressure (Video)
A Nigerian woman living in Germany, identified as Olawande, has sparked online debate after openly declaring she doesn’t want children — despite being married for three years. In a video shared on social media, Olawande explained her stance, addressing the constant pressure from family an... -
![Lagos Police Nab 22-Year-Old Suspected Car Theft Syndicate Member]()
Lagos Police Nab 22-Year-Old Suspected Car Theft Syndicate Member
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old man suspected to be part of an armed robbery syndicate specializing in stealing vehicles from the eastern region of Nigeria and reselling them in Lagos. Confirming the arrest on Saturday, the command's spokesperson, CSP Benjamin H... -
![17-Year-Old Girl, Fatima Adamu Arrested In Borno Over Alleged Newborn Death]()
17-Year-Old Girl, Fatima Adamu Arrested In Borno Over Alleged Newborn Death
The Borno State Police Command has apprehended a 17-year-old girl, Fatima Adamu, on allegations of infanticide following the death of her newborn baby. Reports indicate that Fatima, a resident of Gamari Village in Niger Republic, gave birth to a healthy male child around 8:00 am on March 21, ... -
![Two Injured As Customs Officers Clash With Youths In Adamawa]()
Two Injured As Customs Officers Clash With Youths In Adamawa
Two individuals were injured following a violent clash between youths and operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The confrontation erupted around 4:00 a.m. on Friday in Kilange Village, when a customs patrol team returning from an ant... -
![Jonathan Condemns Suspension Of Rivers State Leaders, Warns Of Damage To Nigeria’s Image]()
Jonathan Condemns Suspension Of Rivers State Leaders, Warns Of Damage To Nigeria’s Image
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has spoken out against the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, warning that the move could harm Nigeria’s international standing and democratic stability. Jonathan voiced his concerns on Saturday while chairing the Has... -
![BBNaija’s Mercy Eke Shows Off Stylish London Apartment Amid MBA Pursuit (Video)]()
BBNaija’s Mercy Eke Shows Off Stylish London Apartment Amid MBA Pursuit (Video)
Reality TV sensation Mercy Eke, known for her victory on *Big Brother Naija*, has set social media abuzz after unveiling a glimpse of her lavish new apartment in London. The star, who recently announced her relocation to the United Kingdom to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration, sh... -
![Court Orders Woman, Kate Ngbor To Drop Ex-Husband’s Name After 11 Years Of Divorce]()
Court Orders Woman, Kate Ngbor To Drop Ex-Husband’s Name After 11 Years Of Divorce
A Customary Court sitting in Rumuogba, Rivers State, has ruled that Mrs. Kate Ngbor must immediately stop using her ex-husband’s surname, 11 years after their divorce. The decision followed a legal suit, **OCC/9/2021**, filed by Chief Sam Ngbor, who sought a court order to prevent his forme... -
![Police Arrest Two Suspected Cultists, Chibuike Ozoekwem & Favour Patrick Linked To Armed Robberies In Anambra]()
Police Arrest Two Suspected Cultists, Chibuike Ozoekwem & Favour Patrick Linked To Armed Robberies In Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two individuals suspected of involvement in cult activities and a string of armed robberies targeting residents in Awka. Police spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed the arrests, explaining that they followed numerous complaints about phone sn... -
![Four Arrested Over Kidnap And Murder Of Six-Year-Old Boym Shuaibu Safiyanu In Bauchi]()
Four Arrested Over Kidnap And Murder Of Six-Year-Old Boym Shuaibu Safiyanu In Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended four suspects linked to the abduction and brutal killing of six-year-old Shuaibu Safiyanu in Sade village, Darazo Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, CSP Ahmed Wakil, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Saturday, revealing the tragic... -
![Four Arraigned for Alleged ₦50Million Fraud In Borno State]()
Four Arraigned for Alleged ₦50Million Fraud In Borno State
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned four individuals before the Borno State High Court in Maiduguri over an alleged ₦50 million fraud. The suspects — Mohammed Kolo Nuhu, Babagana Maru, Ahmadu Sale, and Alhaji Mala Gana — were brought before Justice Muhammad... -
![Tuface Idibia Steps Out With New Partner, Natasha Osawaru After Split from Annie (Video)]()
Tuface Idibia Steps Out With New Partner, Natasha Osawaru After Split from Annie (Video)
Renowned Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, famously known as Tuface, has been seen publicly with his new partner, Natasha Osawaru, an Edo State politician. The pair were spotted together at an event in Benin, where the singer took to the stage for a performance at a local hotel, with Nata... -
!['Ooni Wants My Downfall After God Used Me For Him' – Oluwo Of Iwoland Opens Up]()
'Ooni Wants My Downfall After God Used Me For Him' – Oluwo Of Iwoland Opens Up
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has opened up on the vital role God used him to play in the installation of Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi as the Ooni of Ife.Oluwo who spoke on Friday explained that the very link he used for Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi would have originally been used for his elde... -
![“I Had No Child To Celebrate My 60th Birthday” - Veteran Actress, Dupe Jaiyesimi Reflects On Childlessness & Resilience At 60 (Video)]()
“I Had No Child To Celebrate My 60th Birthday” - Veteran Actress, Dupe Jaiyesimi Reflects On Childlessness & Resilience At 60 (Video)
Renowned Nollywood actress Dupe Jaiyesimi has opened up about her lifelong battle with childlessness, sharing her emotional journey as she celebrated her 60th birthday. Speaking candidly, Jaiyesimi revealed how years of waiting and hoping for a child ended in heartbreak. "I waited for ye... -
![Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Accuses The Music Industry Of Constantly Cheating The Church]()
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Accuses The Music Industry Of Constantly Cheating The Church
According to Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, the music industry is always taking advantage of the church.In a clip of the celebrated pastor preaching, he claimed that the church nurtures talented singers who use the religious institution to hone their skills and access opportunities before abandoning it i... -
![Boxing Legend, George Foreman Dies On 21.03.2025, Aged 76]()
Boxing Legend, George Foreman Dies On 21.03.2025, Aged 76
The world of boxing, and sports in general, has lost one of its most influential and recognizable figures. George Foreman, the two-time world heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist, passed away on Friday at the age of 76. His family confirmed the heartbreaking news via a statement on his of... -
![One Suspect Lands In Police Net As Herdsmen Cut Off Farmer’s Fingers In Oyo]()
One Suspect Lands In Police Net As Herdsmen Cut Off Farmer’s Fingers In Oyo
Rampaging herders attacked a farmer, John Akin and chopped off his two fingers at Ilowa Gbade Village in Atiba Local Government Area of Oyo State.It was gathered that the victim was working on his cassava farm when the herders invaded the farm with their cows and began to destroy the cropsAkin plea... -
![Shock As Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA Chairman Shobowale Dies After Prolonged Illness]()
Shock As Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA Chairman Shobowale Dies After Prolonged Illness
Ayobo-Ipaja Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has been plunged into deep sorrow following the sudden passing of its Executive Chairman, Mrs. Bolatito Shobowale.The news of her demise sent shockwaves across the community, with Acting Chairman Otunba Ladi Oluwaloni (OLO 1) describing it as a deva... -
![13yr Old Boy Dies After He Was Shot By Lawyer When He Tried to Get His Ball From His Compound (VID)]()
13yr Old Boy Dies After He Was Shot By Lawyer When He Tried to Get His Ball From His Compound (VID)
A 13-year-old JSS 1 student was reportedly shot and k!!lled after jumping over a fence to retrieve his ball. Despite begging for mercy, he was shot by the owner of the house. The boy was then rushed to the hospital on Monday but he has sadly passed away. [html]Boy who is an orphan and only child d!... -
![Senator Umeh Refutes Being Among 42 Senators Who Collected Bribe For Emergency Rule In Rivers]()
Senator Umeh Refutes Being Among 42 Senators Who Collected Bribe For Emergency Rule In Rivers
Senator Victor Umeh, the chairman of the Senate Committee on Population and National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and representative of Anambra Central under the Labour Party (LP), has refuted claims that he received a $10,000 bribe to support the state of emergency declaration in Rivers S... -
![Thunderstorm Strikes, Kills Young Girl In Benue]()
Thunderstorm Strikes, Kills Young Girl In Benue
A tragedy struck on Thursday in Mbaiwen, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State when a young girl was allegedly hit by a thunderstorm during a rainstorm, resulting in her death.It was gathered that the tragic event occurred at the compound of Celina Agbatse, where the victim had gone to fetch ... -
![Court Lifts Ban On Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Recall Process, Warns Against Fake Signatures]()
Court Lifts Ban On Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Recall Process, Warns Against Fake Signatures
The Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, has overturned its previous order blocking the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting a recall petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, paving the way for the process to continue. Delivering the ruling on Friday, ... -
![Police Arrest Suspected A’Ibom Baby Factory Operator, Rescue Pregnant Women, Infants]()
Police Arrest Suspected A’Ibom Baby Factory Operator, Rescue Pregnant Women, Infants
Police in Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested one Patience, Ene Jimmy, a suspected baby factory operator found harboring seven pregnant women and five infants in Usung Atiat, Abak Local Government Area.DSP Timfon John, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Akwa Ibom State Command, in a s... -
![Check Photos/Video Of Nollywood Stars Storming Uyo As Actress, Ini Edo Lays Her Father To Rest]()
Check Photos/Video Of Nollywood Stars Storming Uyo As Actress, Ini Edo Lays Her Father To Rest
Many Nollywood superstars stormed the city of Uyo in Akwa Ibom State yesterday, March 21, to commiserate with popular actress, Ini Edo as she laid her father to rest.The actress lost her father weeks back and her family gave him a befitting burial. Her colleagues, including Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic... -
![U.S. Ends Legal Status For Over 500,000 Immigrants, Give Them Weeks To Leave The Country]()
U.S. Ends Legal Status For Over 500,000 Immigrants, Give Them Weeks To Leave The Country
The United States government has announced the termination of legal protections for over half a million immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, giving them just weeks to leave the country. The order, affecting approximately 532,000 individuals, targets those who entered the U.S... -
![Asake’s Baby Mama Melts Fans Heart As She Shows Off Singing Talent]()
Asake’s Baby Mama Melts Fans Heart As She Shows Off Singing Talent
A video of Adijat, Asake’s baby mama, singing in a style similar to the Grammy-nominated artist has gone viral, sparking widespread reactions on social media.In the trending clip posted on TikTok by @zeezeegsunshine3, Adijat was seen wearing a white hijab while performing a Fuji-style song remini... -
![BBN Star, Leo Dasilva Narrates How A Company Went Into ‘Generational Debt’]()
BBN Star, Leo Dasilva Narrates How A Company Went Into ‘Generational Debt’
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality TV star, Leo DaSilva has opened up on the struggles and challenges a company he raised money for faced after President Bola Tinubu came into power in 2023.According to him, the company has gone into ‘Generational debt’ after President Tinubu resumed office an...
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