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Veteran Nigerian Singer, Daddy Showkey Reveals How He Discovered His Musical Talent

Veteran Nigerian singer, John Odafe Asiemo, better known as Daddy Showkey, has recounted how he discovered his musical talent. The ‘Ghetto Soldier’, in an interview on the ‘The Honest Bunch’ podcast, said he decided to become a musician after someone suggested it to him while working in a motor park.Daddy Showkey said he was sceptical abou

Ghanaian Artist, Stonebwoy Laments On How People Are Attracted To Their Phones Than Friends

Ghanaian Afro Dancehall star Stonebwoy recently shared his thoughts on how people are now more attached to their phones than to their friends.In a Snapchat post, he wrote, “I get why we are quick to tell our phones what’s going on and how we feel, because these gadgets have become our best friends. We touch and see them more than fellow human
JUST IN: EFCC Arraigns Ex-Aviation Minister, Sirika Again On Alleged N19 4bn Contract Fraud

For the second time, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned a former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika on fresh N19.4Bn corruption charges.Sirika was on Thursday docked at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory FCT in Abuja alongside his brother Ahmad Sirika on 10 count amended charges.The anti-graft agency in the amen

BREAKING: ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’- Reps Pass Bill To Revert To Old National Anthem

The House of Representatives has passed a bill to revert to the old national anthem.The bill, sponsored by the Majority Leader of the House, Julius Ihonvbere, was taken through the first, second and third reading on Thursday amid opposition from some lawmakers.The lyrics of the old National Anthem, written by Lillian Jean Williams, composed by Fra
VIDEO: Banky W Undergoes Fourth Surgery For Skin Cancer

Nigerian singer, Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has successfully undergone a fourth surgery for skin cancer.The singer-turned-pastor disclosed this via his Instagram page on Thursday.He noted that he decided to share the testimony online to encourage others who are passing through challenges.He wrote, “Final Score Christ 4 Canc

Blessing CEO Shares Stunning Photos To Celebrate 35th Birthday

Controversial relationship therapist, Blessing Nkiruka Okoro aka Blessing CEO turned 35 today, May 23.To celebrate the milestone, she took to her Instagram page to share stunning photos to the delight of her fans.She wore a long mesh dress decorated with feathers.Sharing the photos, she captioned it; ''35th floor .1 man mopolHappy
PHOTOS: 20 Persons Escape Death As Truck, Commercial Bus, Van Collide In Lagos

Tragedy struck in the early hours of Thursday, when over 20 passengers narrowly escaped death in multiple auto crashes at Kara Bridge, along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident occurred inward Arepo, Lagos-Ogun boundary.The accident, according to eyewitnesses, occurred at about 8.45 a.m. It led to a chaotic gridlock, leaving motorists stranded.A

One Year Old Ghanaian Boy Makes Guinness World Records As World’s Youngest Male Artist

A Ghanaian boy, Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, has made the Guinness World Records as the world’s youngest male artist at the age of 1 year 152 days. “At the age of one year and 152 days old, little Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah from Ghana is the world’s youngest artist,” GWR said on Wednesday.Little Ace-Liam who started showing interest in art wor
13 Youths Declare Wanted Over Violence, Threat To Peace In Bayelsa

The Bayelsa State Police Command Force, on Thursday, declared thirteen persons wanted over an alleged threat to peace in Yenagoa, the state’s capital city.The State’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Musa Mohammed, in a statement, said the 13 suspects are guilty of conducting a youth election that threatened the peace of the state.It was g

Police Arrests Man Who Accused E-Money Of Having Affairs With Junior Pope’s Wife

Business tycoon and CEO of Five Star, Emeka Okonkwo, also known as E-money, has announced the arrest of a man who falsely accused him of having affair with the wife of the late actor, Junior Pope.Last weekend, E-money denied allegations made by some social media users that he was involved in Junior Pope’s death due to his alleged affair with the
VIDEO: 'Olamide Is A Genius, He Wrote 49-99 For Me' - Tiwa Savage Reveals

Nigerian female singer, Tiwa Savage has referred to her colleague, Olamide as a musical genius, stating that his pen game is top notch.She disclosed that he wrote her hit song ''49-99'', while reflecting on their collaboration experiences.She praised him for his ability to write for both singers and rappers.The “Somebody Son

2 Persons Arrested By Lagos Police During An Attempt To Sell Their Boss's Car To A Car Dealer

Two men, Galadima Adamu and Abubakar Lawal, have been arrested by the Lagos state police command during an attempt to sell their boss's Toyota Highlander to a car dealer.According to the spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the suspects had approached the car dealer to sell the vehicle to him for N3 million.The car dealer while
Your Wife Is Not Your Slave, Share Some Household Chores With Her - Nasarawa Prince Advises Men

Prince Shehu Kasim Yamusa II, the son of the 15th Emir of Keffi, has urged men to help their wives with house chores.According to him, marriage is supposed to be a union of happiness and not a war zone.He stated that he assists his wife in cooking, doing dishes and even go as far as washing her clothes. “My Lafia, people your wife is not your sl

Ogun Court Jails Two Suspects For Cable Theft

Two persons, Hussain Waziri and Mustapha Aliyu have been sentenced to one-year imprisonment by the Magistrate Court sitting in Ilaro, Ogun State, over the theft of armoured cables belonging to Dangote Cement Company in Ibese.The convicts, Waziri, 36, and Aliyu, 33, who were on Tuesday arraigned before M. T. Olayemi Osikoya, were convicted on two c
'I Became A Star While You Were Sleeping' – Actress Uche Ogbodo Slams Lady Doubting Her Age

Popular Nigerian actress, Uche Ogbodo has fired back at a lady who accused her of lying about her age.The mum of three turned 38 few days ago and took to her IG to celebrate herself.A female IG user left a comment on her page to dismiss her claim that she is 38. She said Uche was already a full blown woman when she ventured into acting. The troll

Nigerian President Tinubu Arrives In Chad

Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in N’Djamena, the capital of Chad.Tinubu, who arrived the African nation on Thursday morning, is set to attend the inauguration of Mahamat Idriss Deby as the new President of Chad.It would be recalled that the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, had earli

Actor, Timini Egbuson Becomes Highest Grossing Actor

Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson has become the highest grossing actor in AfricaTaking to his Instagram page to celebrate his win, he wrote; “Hard work, your support and the grace of God brought me here.Feeling super grateful for the amazing life I’ve been given. All thanks to Baba God for all the chances to shine and the strength to grab them!

BREAKING: 5 Emirate Abolished As Sanusi Lamido Sanusi Is Reinstated As Emir Of Kano

The Kano State House of Assembly has enacted a significant second amendment to the Kano State Emirate Council Law, a move that will dissolve all five emirates in the state.According to Leadership, this decision followed discussions during a plenary session on Thursday, May 23, which Speaker Hon. Ismail Falgore chaired.The Kano State Emirate Counci
UPDATE: UK To Introduce Mandatory English Test For Migrant Graduates

Migrant graduates who go to the UK through the Graduate Route will soon need to take mandatory English tests every year.This change is part of a new government plan to make sure only the best and brightest stay in the UK.The Cabinet is set to approve these new rules for the scheme, which now allows foreign students to work in the UK for two years

Host Arrested As Guest Dies During Birthday Party In Lagos

A woman, Salisu Aishat, and seven others have been arrested in connection with the death of a man at a party in the Ijora Badia area of Lagos State.Aishat was celebrating her birthday with guests on Olayemi Street, Ijora Badia, when the tragedy occurred.Guests were busy having fun during the celebration when the victim was suddenly found lying unc
Tension As Youths Protest Death Of Female Crane Operator In Abia

Tension is building at the Inner Galaxy Steel Company, Umuahala-Obuzor Asa, in Ukwa West council area of Abia State, over the death of a female crane operator, identified as Ocheze Ogbonna.Ogbonna hailed from the company’s host community, Umuahala Obuzor Asa.It was gathered that Ocheze was allegedly pushed down from the crane by a Chinese manage

Video: Ademola Lookman Shares Emotional Moment With Mother After Europa Glory

Atalanta’s Nigerian forward #11 Ademola Lookman with his family, poses with the match ball for scoring a hat-trick, and the trophy after the UEFA Europa League final football match between Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen at the Dublin Arena stadium, in Dublin, on May 22, 2024. – Lookman scored all three goals as Atalanta won the game 3-0. Nigeri
PHOTOS; Young Woman Found 'Lifeless' Behind A Hostel In Ebonyi

A yet-to-be identified young lady was found lifeless behind Ishieke hostel in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.One Evangelist Prince Nwoba Solomon, who disclosed this in a Facebook post on Wednesday night, May 22, 2024, said the deceased was found by two passersby and rushed to the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital. He claimed she took a po

Festus Keyamo Slams Osita Chidoka For Kicking Against Return Of Emirates Airlines To Nigeria

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has responded to Osita Chidoka, a former Aviation Minister who earlier today kicked against the resumption of Emirates Airline operations in Nigeria. In a statement released on Wednesday, May 22, Osita Chidoka condemned the United Arab Emirates government and Emirates Airline for t
"Money Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness" – Banky W Speaks

Banky W, a renowned musician and politician, has shared his insights on the relationship between money and happiness in a recent interview.He emphasized that money is not the key to happiness, citing a personal encounter with a billionaire who despite having immense wealth, was still unhappy and eventually took his own life.Banky W explained that

Skit maker, Isbae U Labels Dorcas Fapson An Unsuccessful Actress, DJ & Unsuccessful At Moving On From Her Ex

Skit maker and podcaster, Isbae U, as usual as reacted another buzz online, when he BOLDLY called Dorcas Fapson (Ms DSF), an unsuccessful DJ and actress right to her faceAs if that was not enough, during the introduction, he said, she was also unsuccessful in moving on from an ex.This comment has generated a lot of reactions online, with some peop

"As Long As I’m Alive, I Will Keep Contesting For Presidency" – Atiku Vows

A former vice-president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has vowed to keep contesting for presidency as long as he’s healthy and aliveAtiku spoke during an interview on the Hausa service of the Voice of America in Abuja.Asked if he will contest again, Atiku said: “Of course, I will keep contesting again and again as long as I am alive and healthy.
Turkish Airlines Refute Claims Of Victimizing Aviation Union Members

Turkish Airlines has denied the allegation that it victimised members of the National Union of Air Transport Employees.The management of the airline made the refutation in a statement. It said: “Our attention has been drawn to various malicious and unfounded publications orchestrated by the National Union of Air Transport Employees (the “Unio
Again, Bandits Kill 9 Persons, Raze 6 Houses In Plateau

Bandits have again killed nine persons and destroyed six houses in the Zurak and Dakai communities in the Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. A statement by Mr Alfred Alabo, the Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the state Police Command, however said that the bandits met an “aggressive on Victim slaught” by a combined team of securit
12Yrs Marriage In The Mud: Fans Dig Out Throwback Photo Of Basketmouth & Wife Amidst Their Crisis

Basketmouth, a popular Nigerian comedian, recently ended his 12-year marriage, and many fans have been curious about the reasons behind the split. While the specifics of their personal issues remain private, Basketmouth, whose real name is Bright Okpocha, has been relatively reserved about the details surrounding the breakup.In various public stat

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Naija News & Celebrity Gists

Veteran Nigerian Singer, Daddy Showkey Reveals How He Discovered His Musical Talent

Ghanaian Artist, Stonebwoy Laments On How People Are Attracted To Their Phones Than Friends

JUST IN: EFCC Arraigns Ex-Aviation Minister, Sirika Again On Alleged N19 4bn Contract Fraud

BREAKING: ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’- Reps Pass Bill To Revert To Old National Anthem

VIDEO: Banky W Undergoes Fourth Surgery For Skin Cancer

Blessing CEO Shares Stunning Photos To Celebrate 35th Birthday

PHOTOS: 20 Persons Escape Death As Truck, Commercial Bus, Van Collide In Lagos

One Year Old Ghanaian Boy Makes Guinness World Records As World’s Youngest Male Artist

13 Youths Declare Wanted Over Violence, Threat To Peace In Bayelsa

Police Arrests Man Who Accused E-Money Of Having Affairs With Junior Pope’s Wife

VIDEO: 'Olamide Is A Genius, He Wrote 49-99 For Me' - Tiwa Savage Reveals

2 Persons Arrested By Lagos Police During An Attempt To Sell Their Boss's Car To A Car Dealer

Your Wife Is Not Your Slave, Share Some Household Chores With Her - Nasarawa Prince Advises Men

Ogun Court Jails Two Suspects For Cable Theft

'I Became A Star While You Were Sleeping' – Actress Uche Ogbodo Slams Lady Doubting Her Age

Nigerian President Tinubu Arrives In Chad

Actor, Timini Egbuson Becomes Highest Grossing Actor

BREAKING: 5 Emirate Abolished As Sanusi Lamido Sanusi Is Reinstated As Emir Of Kano

UPDATE: UK To Introduce Mandatory English Test For Migrant Graduates

Host Arrested As Guest Dies During Birthday Party In Lagos

Tension As Youths Protest Death Of Female Crane Operator In Abia

Video: Ademola Lookman Shares Emotional Moment With Mother After Europa Glory

PHOTOS; Young Woman Found 'Lifeless' Behind A Hostel In Ebonyi

Festus Keyamo Slams Osita Chidoka For Kicking Against Return Of Emirates Airlines To Nigeria

"Money Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness" – Banky W Speaks

Skit maker, Isbae U Labels Dorcas Fapson An Unsuccessful Actress, DJ & Unsuccessful At Moving On From Her Ex

"As Long As I’m Alive, I Will Keep Contesting For Presidency" – Atiku Vows

Turkish Airlines Refute Claims Of Victimizing Aviation Union Members

Again, Bandits Kill 9 Persons, Raze 6 Houses In Plateau

12Yrs Marriage In The Mud: Fans Dig Out Throwback Photo Of Basketmouth & Wife Amidst Their Crisis

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