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Alleged Fraud! EFCC Arraigns Former P-Square Manager, Jude Okoye

The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned Jude Okoye Chigozie, the elder brother and former manager of Paul and Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square music group, before Justice A.O. Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos.In a statement on Wednesday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyew

If You Discover Only Son Wants To Become Female! See Reactions From Men

A number of Nigerian men have gone on X to reveal how they would react if their only son suddenly identifies as female. An X user painted a scenario where a man had multiple daughters and eventually welcomed one son only for the father to suddenly enter his grown son's room and find him trying out female clothes and wearing makeup. Most of th
Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price Down To N860 Per Litre In Lagos

Dangote Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, from N890 to N825 per litre, effective from 27th February 2025.The slash in price by N65.00 was announced in a statement released by the refinery on Wednesday, February 26. According to the statement, buyers in Lagos would pur

Katsina Govt And NAPTIP Rescue 13Yr Old Girl From Human Trafficker

The Katsina State Government, in collaboration with NAPTIP and the Ministry of Women Affairs, has rescued 13-year-old Rahama Sanusi from a suspected human trafficker. While receiving the girl on Tuesday, February 26, 2025, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hadiza Yar’adua, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with UNICEF, NAPTIP
Lady Narrates How Her Maid Whose 3 Kids Were Kidnapped Jeopardized Their Chance Of Being Rescued

A woman has shared what happened after her maid's three children were kidnapped in Rivers State. The woman, who goes by Amaka Bu Afam on Facebook, explained that she gave her maid – a single mother – money to file a complaint at the police station on the same day her children were abducted. Amaka, a project manager, also went to radio st

EFCC Arraigns PSquare’s Former Manager & Brother Jude Okoye For N1.3bn Fraud In Court

Jude Okoye, the former manager of the defunct music group PSquare and elder brother of Paul and Peter Okoye has been arraigned in court by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged fraud.Recall that Jude Okoye and his brothers Paul and Peter have been at loggerheads for a while now and have a long-running battle over the mana
American Singer, John Legend Visits Lagos, Performs At Concert With Simi

American singer and songwriter John Legend was among the prominent figures who graced the Global Citizen’s Move Afrika tour in Lagos, Nigeria on Tuesday, February 25.The event hosted by popular media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu also featured performances from Simi and DJ Consequence.However, John Legend’s unexpected visit to Lagos, Nigeria a

Popular Skit Maker, Nedu Debunks Leaked Audio Alleging Involvement In Hard Drugs, Fraud

Popular skit maker, Nedu Wazobia, has reacted to a leaked audio released by controversial critic, VeryDarkMan, alleging his involvement in hard drugs and fraudulent activities.It’s worth noting that VeryDarkMan released an audio accusing Nedu Wazobia of having close ties with individuals involved in hard drugs and fraudulent activities in South
Many Influential Nigerians Are Involved In Banditry – Security Expert, Abdulahi

A security analyst, Alhaji Muhammad Abdullahi has made a revelation about the banditry taking place in the North. He revealed that many influential Nigerians are involved in it. Speaking with newsmen in Gusau on Wednesday, the Zamfara State capital, the security analyst said that no individual has constitutional power over any form of government u

VIDEO; Vendor Accuses Papaya Ex Of Collecting ₦3M And Failing To Show Up At Her Event

A vendor of Ilaro, a popular snack, has called out influencer, Papaya Ex, for allegedly failing to show up at her event despite being paid ₦3 million.The vendor explained that she had booked Papaya Ex to appear at her Ilaro trade fair on February 23rd and had paid her in full.However, on the day of the event, Papaya Ex sent a message claiming sh
Man Commits Suicide By Hanging In Ibadan

A middle-aged man has ended his life by committing suicide. The sad incident happened in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. According to report, the incident happened on Monday morning at the L.Adisa area in the Akinyele Local Government Area of the state. Our correspondent’s findings revealed that the deceased’s body was discovered in the bush at

Billionaire Folorunso Alakija Reportedly Loses Her Eyesight

Nigerian billionaire businesswoman, Folorunso Alakija has reportedly lost her sight.Sources told SaharaReporters that the 73-year-old founder and Executive Vice Chairman of Famfa Oil began experiencing health complications following a near air mishap.She was travelling with her husband, Modupe Alakija, Chairman of Famfa Oil, when the incident caus
Police Foil Attempt To Storm Kano Emir’s Palace, Arrest 17 Suspects

Operatives of the Kano State Police Command have foiled a planned takeover of the Nassarawa Palace, home to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero.The police confirmed that 17 suspected thugs were arrested in connection with the alleged plot to storm the palace and forcefully remove the Emir.Speaking on the development, the Police Public Relation

Former Bread Seller, Olajumoke, Shares Her Educational Journey As She Returns To School

Former bread seller turned presenter, Olajumoke has shared a video where she spoke about her educational journey after returning to school.She spoke glowingly of her advancement in her studies. She stated that she attends lectures every Sunday and that she is doing so well.Recall that she became an overnight sensation in 2016 after accidentally wa
21-Year-Old Man, Adebanjo Segun Sentenced For Stealing Fowl In Ogun

A 21-year-old man, Adebanjo Segun, has been sentenced to six months imprisonment by a magistrate’s Court sitting in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, for stealing a fowl.The Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ogbonnaya Dyke, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, February 26.According to

Singer, Wizkid And Reekado Banks Reconcile After Years Of Fallout

Renowned Nigerian artists Wizkid and Reekado Banks have finally reconciled after a lengthy fallout. The two musicians were seen together in Lagos for the first time since 2020, putting an end to their longstanding feud.The rift between the two stars began in 2020 when Wizkid publicly criticized Reekado Banks on social media, calling him a “clout
IGP Deploys Officers To Rescue Kidnapped Afenifere Youth Leader, Prince Eniola

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun on Wednesday ordered the immediate deployment of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) to ensure the safe rescue of the Afenifere Youth Leader, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, who was kidnapped on February 17, 2025, while travelling to Abuja.In a statement released on Wednesday, the Force Public Relatio

376 Illegal Immigrants Arrested By NIS In Ogun

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has arrested 376 illegal immigrants in Ogun State, who are into fraudulent activities at different levels to swindle innocent Nigerians.They were arrested at their hideouts during a joint raid by officers of the service in the Ogun State Command and Zone A headquarters, in the suburbs of Lambe/Ajuwon Akute Are
How NDLEA Destroys 25 Tons Of Illicit Drugs In Kogi

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kogi State Command have destroyed 25 tons of illicit drugs.Speaking on Wednesday, during a public destruction of assorted drugs in Lokoja, Chairman of NDLEA, Brig. General Mohammed Buba Marwa, said that the illicit substances are capable of causing more insecurity problems in the country and

Visa-On-Arrival Policy Was Upgraded Not Scrapped, Says Minister, Tunji-Ojo

On Tuesday, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, doused tension over the controversy trailing the purported cancellation of the Visa-on-Arrival policy, saying the process was upgraded and not scrapped, as being reported.Tunji-Ojo made the clarification after his closed-door meeting with the delegation of the Presidential Enabling Busin
Gunmen Abduct Victims, Abandon Vehicles Near Abacha Barracks In Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has opened an investigation into the suspected abduction of several individuals near the Abacha Barracks bypass in Guzape, Abuja.Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert focused on the Lake Chad region, disclosed this on Wednesday in a post on his X handle.Makama stated that police intelligenc

Nigerian Catholic Priest, Angelo Unegbu Replies Person Who Wants To 'Put Him Inside A Bottle'

Rev. Fr. Angelo Chidi Unegbu, a Nigerian Catholic priest, has left social media users laughing with a recent reply he gave to someone online.The reverend father left people chuckling when he gave a hilarious response to a person who he said wants to put him inside a bottle. "Someone said that if I want him or her to put me inside bottle that
Photo Of Two Suspected Tricycle Snatchers Nabbed By NSCDC In Anambra

The Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested two suspected members of a tricycle-snatching syndicate in Awka, the state capital.The NSCDC State Commandant, Maku Olatunde, who confirmed the arrest on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the NSCDC State Headquarters in Awka said the suspects were apprehended after

One Person Dies, Others Injured As Truck Tumbles In Ogun

Sulaimon Mustapha, a 28-year old man, has been confirmed dead in a lone crash that occurred at Ido Awele along Lisa, Ogun State.The accident involved a MAN diesel truck registered as LSR 977 XW and driven by one Dapo Ajala.The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirming the incident on Wednesday, said it happened at about 11:45 am on Monday.O
Mohbad’s Father Denies Report Of Him Approving Release Of Nurse Who Treated Son Before His Death

Mr Joseph Aloba, the father of late Afrobeats star, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad has rubbished reports that he ordered the release of the auxiliary nurse who allegedly treated his son before his passing.In a public statement, Aloba clarified that he had never seen the nurse and could not have instructed anyone to let her leave. “I have never set

Troops Neutralize Kidnappers, Rescue Abducted Mother And Daughter In Plateau

Two kidnappers have been eliminated by troops of 3 Division and Operation Safe Haven in Gindiri, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. They also rescued a woman and her daughter who were abducted.The operation took place on Feb. 23 at about 8:30 p.m. after troops received intelligence on the abduction of the victims in Gindiri Town.Acting
APC Chairman, Ganduje Reveals Why APC Has Been Winning Elections In Nigeria

Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stated that the reason the party has been emerging victorious in elections is a result of the special attention given to the domestication of campaigns.Ganduje, who spoke on Tuesday at the APC Caucus Meeting held at the State House in Abuja, praised the contribut
"I Don't Know Why Mohbad Bought Land In His Son's Name" - Mohbad's Father Shocks Many

Mr Aloba, the father of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has caused a stir after expressing his displeasure with the fact that Mohbad bought plots of land in his son's name.On February 26, 2025, a clip from Mr Aloba's TikTok live session made the rounds on social media where he openly questioned his late son's decision.Mohbad had bought
VIDEO; Nkechi Blessing Blasts Men Applying To Be Her Sugar Boy

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has expressed frustration over persistent messages from young men applying to be her sugar boy.In a video shared on her Instagram page, Nkechi revealed that she has been receiving WhatsApp messages from men promising to “service” her, a situation she described as both irritating and annoying.The actress, who i
Naira Marley Speaks After Court Cleared Him Of Mohbad’s Death

Nigerian singer, Azeez Adeshina Fashola, Naira Marley has taken to his social media to react after the court cleared him and his friend, Sam Larry of Mohbad’s death.Gistmania recalls that since the tragic demise of Ilerioluwa Aloba better known as Mohbad, on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, many netizens have accused his record label boss, Naira Mar