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![OMG: 24Yrs Old Woman Murders Her Children In Their Sleep After An Argument With Her Own Mother]()
OMG: 24Yrs Old Woman Murders Her Children In Their Sleep After An Argument With Her Own Mother
A 24-year-old woman on Saturday night stabbed to death her two children, aged 2 and 6, at her house in Kayole, Nairobi.The woman, identified as Winfred Nduku, is nursing serious injuries at Mama Lucy Hospital after a botched suicide.According to Winfred’s mother, Josephine Wambua, with whom she l... -
![Photo: Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates His Mom With A Gift Of Sparkling New Benz For Mother’s Day]()
Photo: Cristiano Ronaldo Celebrates His Mom With A Gift Of Sparkling New Benz For Mother’s Day
Cristiano Ronaldo has gifted a brand new Mercedes to his mother Maria Dolores to celebrate her on Portuguese Mother’s Day.Overjoyed Dolores Aveiro showed off a new set of wheels for her Mother’s Day presents from Cristiano Ronaldo and his three siblings.The 65-year-old posted a picture alongsid... -
![BBNaija Star, Nina Ivy Shows Off Her Baby Bump In This Video]()
BBNaija Star, Nina Ivy Shows Off Her Baby Bump In This Video
BBNaija reality TV star, Nina Ivy has shared a video showing off her bare baby bump.In the video, Nina is seen seated in front of a mirror and she claims it was shot about 3 months ago when she was in Nigeria.She captioned the video; “Soon we would be talking about gender review …… this was l... -
![COVID-19: Many Who Have Died Unreported - Reno Reacts As 3 Northern Emirs Die Within 6 Days]()
COVID-19: Many Who Have Died Unreported - Reno Reacts As 3 Northern Emirs Die Within 6 Days
Reno Omokri, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed concern over the death of three Northern Emirs within six days.Borno’s first class monarch, Shehu of Bama, Alhaji Kyari Ibrahim El-Kanemi died on Monday afternoon at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH).His... -
![17 Chinese Men Arrested With Their Nigerian Partners For Illegal Mining in Osun (Photos)]()
17 Chinese Men Arrested With Their Nigerian Partners For Illegal Mining in Osun (Photos)
A Joint task force recently inaugurated by the Osun State Government, has arrested 27 persons for illegal mining in the state. The 27 persons who were arrested in a coordinated sting operation around Ilesa and Ife axis of the state include 17 Chinese, 9 locals as well as the traditional chief (Bale... -
![COVID 19: Prophet TB Joshua Describes Lockdown As 'Evil Spirit' That Causes Depression, Suicide]()
COVID 19: Prophet TB Joshua Describes Lockdown As 'Evil Spirit' That Causes Depression, Suicide
The general overseer of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, T B Joshua has described the lockdown imposed on some parts of the nation as an evil spirit that is capable of causing depression and ultimately suicide.Speaking during a church service on Sunday, the cleric further lauded the government ... -
![UPDATE: UNIPORT Denies Two Students Who Were Killed by Kidnappers]()
UPDATE: UNIPORT Denies Two Students Who Were Killed by Kidnappers
The authorities of University of Port Harcourt, UNIPORT, said two of the murdered victims of abductors in Rivers were not their students. A spokesman for the university, Dr. Williams Wodi identified the only female victim, Joy Favour Adoki, as a student.She was a 400 level Management Science Stude... -
![Oyo State Police Arrest Mother Of 6, Kehinde Afolake Caught Assaulting A Police Officer]()
Oyo State Police Arrest Mother Of 6, Kehinde Afolake Caught Assaulting A Police Officer
The Oyo state police command has arrested a single mum of 6, Kehinde Afolake, [size=12pt] who was caught in a now-viral video slapping a police officer . [/size]According to reports, the police officer, ASP Adeyemo Ogunyemi was said to have led his team to enforce the lockdown order in Eruwa a... -
![JUST IN: US Record New 25,502 Covid 19 Case, Death Rate Hit 1,313]()
JUST IN: US Record New 25,502 Covid 19 Case, Death Rate Hit 1,313
A total of 25,502 new coronavirus cases and 1,313 deaths were recorded in the United States on Sunday.The new cases recorded included cases from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and other US territories, as well as repatriated cases and those in the US military, veterans hospitals and federa... -
![COVID-19: 170 New Cases Recorded As Toll Hits 2558 In Nigeria]()
COVID-19: 170 New Cases Recorded As Toll Hits 2558 In Nigeria
Nigeria on Sunday recorded 170 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, bringing the country’s total infections to 2,558.This was contained in a tweet by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Sunday night, saying of the new infections, 39 are in Lagos, 29 from Kano, 24 in Ogun... -
!["All Those Who Attended Abba Kyari’s Burial Tested Negative For Covid-19" - FCTA Reveals]()
"All Those Who Attended Abba Kyari’s Burial Tested Negative For Covid-19" - FCTA Reveals
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) says all those who attended the funeral of late Abba Kyari, the former chief of staff to President Muhammadu Buhari on April 18, have tested negative for COVID-19. Late Kyari died on April 17 as a result of COVID-19.There was an outcry from Nigeri... -
![Police Arrest 45 Year Old Man, Ochieze Chinedu For Toturing & Chaining His 3 Children In Imo]()
Police Arrest 45 Year Old Man, Ochieze Chinedu For Toturing & Chaining His 3 Children In Imo
A 45-year-old man, Ochieze Chinedu Jude, has been arrested by the Imo State Police CommandAccording to report the man was alleged to have chained his three children, Success aged 12, Richard, 11 and Confidence, and locked them in a room where he subjected them to bouts of torture on the suspicion t... -
![Despite Lockdown Ease, Bayelsa Raids Churches Arrest 9 Pastors For Holding Service]()
Despite Lockdown Ease, Bayelsa Raids Churches Arrest 9 Pastors For Holding Service
Nine pastors were reportedly arrested for holding church services in Bayelsa state, flouting the lockdown order issued by state governor, Douye Diri.The Pastors who were apprehended on Sunday May 3 by the Bayelsa State Task Force on COVID-19 include P. B. Barima of the Methodist Church, Obogoro, Ti... -
![APC Slams Atiku Says He Is Part Of Obasanjo's Shortsighted Government]()
APC Slams Atiku Says He Is Part Of Obasanjo's Shortsighted Government
An opinion piece by a former vice president, Atiku Abubakar has gotten an unfavourable reply from the All Progressives Congress.The All Progressives Congress (APC) has replied former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over an article he wrote suggesting to the government how it should diversify the econ... -
![Osun State Govt. Arrests 17 Chinese And Others Over Illegal Mining]()
Osun State Govt. Arrests 17 Chinese And Others Over Illegal Mining
At least 27 persons, including 17 Chinese nationals, have been arrested for illegal mining by the joint task force recently inaugurated by Osun State Government.Also among those arrested are 9 local as well as the traditions chief (Bale) of a community in the state.They were arrested following a co... -
![Osun State Police Arrest 17 Chinese Nationals For Illegal Minning]()
Osun State Police Arrest 17 Chinese Nationals For Illegal Minning
Seventeen Chinese nationals have been apprehended by the Osun state govt for illegal mining in the state.Abdullahi Binuyo, the Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Gboyega Oyetola, disclosed this on Sunday in Osogbo.According to him, the suspects were arrested following a coordinated sting operation i... -
![Amidst COVID-19, Ogun Resident Doctors Embark On Warning Strike]()
Amidst COVID-19, Ogun Resident Doctors Embark On Warning Strike
Despite the ravaging global pandemic, COVID-19, resident doctors of Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu, Ogun State, commence a three-day warning strike today.It would be recalled that the hospital houses one of the isolation centres designated by the government for th... -
![More Than 82.9 Million Nigerians Are Living In Poverty - National Bureau Of Statistics (NBS)]()
More Than 82.9 Million Nigerians Are Living In Poverty - National Bureau Of Statistics (NBS)
In yet more grim milestone for Nigeria, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says about 82.9 million Nigerians are living in poverty.This was contained in the 2019 Poverty & Inequality in Nigeria report by the NBS, saying the figure represents 40.09% of the country’s population.The report ... -
![Tacha Trolled On Twitter For Hailing Wizkid Despite Having Davido's Tatto On Her Chest]()
Tacha Trolled On Twitter For Hailing Wizkid Despite Having Davido's Tatto On Her Chest
Ex-BBNaija housemate, Natacha Akide popularly known as Tacha recently joined a host of others to praise afrobeat singer and ‘soco’ crooner, Wizkid.Taking to Twitter, the controversial influencer wrote – “Wizkid baba nla“ .This move did not go down well with some Nigerians who mocked her ... -
![I Refused To Marry My Ex Because Of How Her Mum Treated Her Father]()
I Refused To Marry My Ex Because Of How Her Mum Treated Her Father
A guy comes out to make a shocking confession when he said that he is scared of gettng married to his ex because he does not want the lady to treat her like her mother treat her father see below ... -
![Music Director & Producer, Clarence Peter Arrested By Lagos Police Over Death Of Dancer, Kodak]()
Music Director & Producer, Clarence Peter Arrested By Lagos Police Over Death Of Dancer, Kodak
Music director and producer Clarence Peters is currently being detained by Lagos police over the death of popular dancer, Love Divines known as Kodak.This happened after reports emerged that the popular dancer died at Peters’ house on Wednesday while charging her iPhone.It was reported that the d... -
![“Even At 80 My H0neypot Will Still Be Available For Men To Touch” - Actress, Modupe Odunsi]()
“Even At 80 My H0neypot Will Still Be Available For Men To Touch” - Actress, Modupe Odunsi
Cotonou, Benin Republic born Nollywood Actress, Modupe Eniola Odunsi has made a public confession about her God given honey pot.The Secret movie star, made this statement following the many scandals trailing her after she granted an interview with a popular online journal some weeks back where she ... -
![“Whatever Help, Support & Relief You Are Doing, Don’t Visit Ikorodu" - Nigerian Lady Warns (Video)]()
“Whatever Help, Support & Relief You Are Doing, Don’t Visit Ikorodu" - Nigerian Lady Warns (Video)
A twitter user @bimbo_cash has warned others from distributing relief items to Ikorodu residents saying they are thieves and not hungry.According to Bimbo, she had gone there to distribute items to the needy in this pandemic, but she was attacked and almost got robbed. The driver with her wasn'... -
![Playful Moment of Niger State APC Chairman, Bin Adam With Wife Shortly Before His Death (Video)]()
Playful Moment of Niger State APC Chairman, Bin Adam With Wife Shortly Before His Death (Video)
A video of Mallam Sheriff Othman Bin Adam, the Zone C Zonal Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger state, who died on April 29, has emerged.The man, it will be recalled got married to a new wife on April 18.Recall the zonal chairman died in Kaduna after a brief illness,11 da... -
![This Why Nigerians Will Always Be Ahead Of Ghanaians - Ghanaian Singer, Palago Mufasa Blows Hot]()
This Why Nigerians Will Always Be Ahead Of Ghanaians - Ghanaian Singer, Palago Mufasa Blows Hot
Ghanaian musician and actor, Palago Mufasa has said most of the artistes in Ghana are not progressing because of the hate they have for themselves. The US based actor was reacting to tweet from a Ghanaian who trolled Ghanaian musicians after Davido announced his next collaboration with American rap... -
![Tanzanian President Questions COVID-19 Kits After Goat And Pawpaw Tests Positive For Virus]()
Tanzanian President Questions COVID-19 Kits After Goat And Pawpaw Tests Positive For Virus
Tanzanian president, John Magufuli on Sunday ordered a probe on the country’s coronavirus testing kits after samples taken from a goat and pawpaw tested positive.Speaking at an event in Chato in the northwest of Tanzania, Magufuli said the COVID-19 testing kits which had been imported from abroad... -
![Viral Video Of Angry Woman Repeatedly Slapping Police Officer For Trying To Enforce Lockdown]()
Viral Video Of Angry Woman Repeatedly Slapping Police Officer For Trying To Enforce Lockdown
A video making rounds on social media captured the moment a lady assaulted a police officer.According to reports, the police officer, dressed in mufti, was trying to enforce the coronavirus-induced curfew in the Eruwa area of Oyo State.However, things took an ugly turn as a verbal altercation betwe... -
![Soldiers Sent To Enforce A Lockdown Kill Four, & Injure 16 Others During Cultural Festival]()
Soldiers Sent To Enforce A Lockdown Kill Four, & Injure 16 Others During Cultural Festival
A cultural festival turned deadly on Saturday in Taraba State after soldiers sent to enforce a lockdown allegedly shot dead four residents and injured 16 others.The Taraba State Government, on April 21, in a broadcast by the state’s deputy governor, Haruna Manu, announced a lockdown order in the ... -
![#BBNaija: Mike Edwards and Wife, Perri Edwards Are Pregnant With First Child]()
#BBNaija: Mike Edwards and Wife, Perri Edwards Are Pregnant With First Child
Popular Big Brother Naija contestant and British Athlete, Mike Edwards and Wife Perri are pregnant with a "Quarantine" baby, the duo are expecting their first child in the next nine months, all thanks to weeks of government forced lock down which has meant that couples MUST now spend a lo... -
![PHOTOS: Man Narrates How He Faked His Own Obituary Poster To Run Away From A Relationship]()
PHOTOS: Man Narrates How He Faked His Own Obituary Poster To Run Away From A Relationship
A Nigerian man identified as Brian J Dennis has shared the shocking story of how he faked his own death just to run away from a girl whom he once professed love to.Narrating the awkward but interesting story via Twitter, the full-bearded man recounted how he met her for the first time during his pr... -
![COVID-19 Is Cause Of Mysterious Deaths In Kano - PTF Committee Leader, Dr Nasiru Sani Gwarzo]()
COVID-19 Is Cause Of Mysterious Deaths In Kano - PTF Committee Leader, Dr Nasiru Sani Gwarzo
Leader of the Presidential Task Force Committee on Covid-19, Dr Nasiru Sani Gwarzo has on Sunday said coronavirus pandemic is responsible and the cause of the waves of mysterious deaths recorded in the Kano State. Gwarzo said the recent deaths and from the test, it carried out it has been e... -
![Instagram Comedian, Macaroni Looks Dope In These Photos As He Adds Another Year Today]()
Instagram Comedian, Macaroni Looks Dope In These Photos As He Adds Another Year Today
The Instagram based online comedian, Debo Adebayo, professionally known as Mr. Macaroni has added another year to his age today May 3, 2020.Taking to his verified page on Instagram, the comedian appreciated God for bringing him thus far in his comedy career pursuit.Writing further, the “ooiin”... -
!["I Got Love For Wizkid But Wizkid Fans (FC) Are Stupid" - Davido Comes For Wizkid Fans]()
"I Got Love For Wizkid But Wizkid Fans (FC) Are Stupid" - Davido Comes For Wizkid Fans
DMW Boss, David Adeleke A.K.A Davido, has slammed supporters of his industry colleague Wizkid.The scuffle ensued when a certain Twitter user identified with the username @irunnia_ took to Twitter to berate Davido over the hype of his anticipated song with Nicki Minaj. Writing further, he... -
![BREAKING: Members Of US House Of Rep. Express Concern Over Return Of $320M Abacha Loot]()
BREAKING: Members Of US House Of Rep. Express Concern Over Return Of $320M Abacha Loot
Two members of the United States House of Representatives, Steve Chabot and Chris Smith, have expressed concern over alleged human rights violations under the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), in light of plans to return $320m stolen by the late military dictator, Gen... -
![Presidency Debunks Claims On How People Touched The Body Of Late Emir Of Kano, Tafida Abubakar]()
Presidency Debunks Claims On How People Touched The Body Of Late Emir Of Kano, Tafida Abubakar
The presidency through its Special Assistant to the President on New Media, Bashir Ahmad, has debunked claims as speculated in [size=12pt] viral video that claimed people touched the remains of dead Emir of Rano, Alhaji Tafida Abubakar. [/size]Recall that yesterday, Gist Reel reliably gathere... -
![Tinsel Star Actress, Ireti Doyle Releases Rare Throwback Photos To Mark 53rd Birthday]()
Tinsel Star Actress, Ireti Doyle Releases Rare Throwback Photos To Mark 53rd Birthday
Popular Nollywood actress, Iretiola Doyle, turns 53 today, May 3 and in the spirit of the celebration, she shared some lovely photos from her childhood.The award winning veteran, while sharing the photos on her social media page, appreciated God for her Life’s journey so far.While sharing the pho... -
![BREAKING NEWS: 71 Year Old Emir of Kaura Namoda Dies Of COVID-19 Complications]()
BREAKING NEWS: 71 Year Old Emir of Kaura Namoda Dies Of COVID-19 Complications
Asha reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday.He was said to have died of suspected coronavirus-related complications.The Emir, according to the Publicity Secretary for the Control and Prevention of COVID-19 in the state, Alhaji Mustafa Jafaru Kaura, had been in isolation at the Yariman Bakura ... -
![Video: Anambra CP, John B.Abang Personally Takes Up Of Borders Lockdown On Niger Bridge]()
Video: Anambra CP, John B.Abang Personally Takes Up Of Borders Lockdown On Niger Bridge
Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP John B.Abang,fdc has personally taking it upon himself to supervise the enforcement of lockdown order at Head Bridge Onitsha. In the trending video, he was seen turning drivers who are not on essential services back to Asaba in compliance with Government dir... -
![Super Eagle Veteran, Ahmed Musa Shares Photo After Returning From Isolation Center]()
Super Eagle Veteran, Ahmed Musa Shares Photo After Returning From Isolation Center
The Super Eagles veteran, Ahmed Musa has hit out at suggestions he tested positive for Covid-19, The 27-year-old, Upon arriving back in Nigeria, Musa confirmed his intention to self-isolate, with some media taking that as a sign he had tested positive for Covid-19..However, the Former Leicester att... -
!["What's The Point Dating Someone You Don’t See A Future With?" - Nigerian Singer, Johnny Drille]()
"What's The Point Dating Someone You Don’t See A Future With?" - Nigerian Singer, Johnny Drille
Nigerian singer Johnny Drille has asked a very important question surrounding relationships.According to the MAVIN act, he needs to understand what the point is in dating someone one doesn’t see a future with. ”What’s the point in dating someone if you don’t see a future with them? Call me ...
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