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  • Gunmen Kill 2 Persons, Injured Many Others In Attack On Lagos Community

    . Gunmen Kill 2 Persons, Injured Many Others In Attack On Lagos Community

     Two people were killed and many others injured as armed men invaded Ijegun Egba Community in the Ori -Ade Local Government Area of Lagos State.The deceased were identified as 40 year old Sickle Cell patient, Gbenga Areagbo and Oladapo Olukoya, whose body was reportedly taken away to Ibasa through the jetty by the killers.The incident which created
  • Scores Flee Homes As Armed Herdsmen Attack Benue Community, Kill 3 Farmers

    . Scores Flee Homes As Armed Herdsmen Attack Benue Community, Kill 3 Farmers

     Suspected armed herdsmen have reportedly attacked Tse Shugu in Vengav, Udam clan of Avihijime council ward, and Tse Gyuche in Gyaruwa clan of Ayemegh, all within the defunct Raav constituency of Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State, killing three farmers.The invaders also injured several other people and destroyed crops and properties in
  • Nollywood Filmmaker, Mbadiwe Emeka Sentenced To 5 Years For Drug Trafficking In Lagos

    . Nollywood Filmmaker, Mbadiwe Emeka Sentenced To 5 Years For Drug Trafficking In Lagos

     A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced America-trained Nollywood filmmaker, Mbadiwe Emmanuel Emeka, to five years in prison for trafficking 17.30 kilograms of Canada Loud, a potent strain of Cannabis Sativa.Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa handed down the sentence after the filmmaker pleaded guilty to two counts of unlawful importation of the ba
  • Trump Bans Transgender Athletes From Women’s Sports With New Executive Order

    . Trump Bans Transgender Athletes From Women’s Sports With New Executive Order

     In a move on Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” effectively banning transgender athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports in the US.This decision aims to “put an end to the war on women’s sports” in the country, according to Trump.The order tasks th
  • Court Dismisses Suit Filed On Behalf Of ‘Kidney Donor’ Against Ike Ekweremadu

    . Court Dismisses Suit Filed On Behalf Of ‘Kidney Donor’ Against Ike Ekweremadu

     A federal high court in Abuja has dismissed a suit against Ike Ekweremadu, the former Deputy Senate President, filed by David Ukpo, organ harvesting victim.The court, on Wednesday, ruled that the applicant, Edo Civil Society Organisations (EDOSCO), lacked the legal right to institute the suit on Ukpo’s behalf.Inyang Ekwo, the presiding judge, st
  • ‘We Won’t Be Silenced’ -El-Rufai’s Former Aides Slam Uba Sani Over Corruption Allegations

    . ‘We Won’t Be Silenced’ -El-Rufai’s Former Aides Slam Uba Sani Over Corruption Allegations

     Former cabinet members in Nasir El-Rufai’s administration have accused Uba Sani, the current governor of Kaduna, of fabricating corruption allegations against his predecessor for political gain.In a statement on Wednesday, they rejected the report of the Kaduna House of Assembly that accused El-Rufai’s administration of N423 billion misappropr
  • VIDEO; Woman Stones Her Neighbour To Death In Rivers

    . VIDEO; Woman Stones Her Neighbour To Death In Rivers

     A woman has been accused of stoning her neighbour to death during a heated altercation in Rivers State.Journalist, Allwell Ene, who confirmed the incident on Wednesday, February 5, said trouble began when the suspect confronted the deceased, asking if he had defecated in the backyard.The confrontation degenerated into a physical altercation during
  • Police Seal Building As Anambra State Govt Vows To Apprehend Killers Of Three Siblings

    . Police Seal Building As Anambra State Govt Vows To Apprehend Killers Of Three Siblings

     The Anambra State Police Command has sealed the building where three siblings were brutally murdered.The incident occurred in Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of the state on Saturday, February 1, 2025.The yet-to-be-identified assailants k!lled the children, Ejezie Chikaima Daviana,9, Ejezie Chimdirim David, 5, Ejezie Chimziterem Domini
  • FPRO Adejobi Suppressing Citizens Rights, Freedom Of Speech - Deji Adeyanju

    . FPRO Adejobi Suppressing Citizens Rights, Freedom Of Speech - Deji Adeyanju

     Nigerian human rights lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju has accused the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, of using his position to suppress citizens’ rights and freedom of speech in the country.He also accused Adejobi of witch-hunting and unlawfully detaining citizens who criticize the police.Adeyanju alleged that Adejobi has turn
  • Police Alert Public To Missing Child Found In Adamawa

    . Police Alert Public To Missing Child Found In Adamawa

     The Adamawa State Police Command has alerted members of the public about a missing child.The child, a young girl identified as Firdausi Sani, is currently being cared for by the Doubeli Divisional Office in Yola North Local Government Area. “Adamawa State Police Command has announced to the public that a missing child, Firdausi Sani, has been br
  • Properties Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed, 17 Children Killed As Fire Razes Islamic School

    .. Properties Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed, 17 Children Killed As Fire Razes Islamic School

     No fewer than 17 Children have been killed in a fire outbreak that occurred at Islamiya Islamic school in Kaura-Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State.It was learnt that the fire  started on Tuesday night and raged for about three hours, leaving 17 others injured.It was gathered that the inferno started when the children were asleep.Sp
  • “Skepta Made Me British Artist” – Portable Praises Rapper, Dismisses Dragging Plans

    . “Skepta Made Me British Artist” – Portable Praises Rapper, Dismisses Dragging Plans

     Controversial music star Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, aka Portable, has reacted to claims that he will soon drag British-Nigerian rapper Skepta, just as he did with his other benefactors.This came shortly after the Zazu crooner criticised YBNL boss Olamide on social media for prioritising Asake over him despite being the one who introduced him to the i
  • FCT Police Nab Market Trader After A Colleague He Had A Fight With Collapsed And Died

    . FCT Police Nab Market Trader After A Colleague He Had A Fight With Collapsed And Died

     The FCT Police Command has arrested one Onu Simeon following a fatal altercation that led to the de@th of one Ifeanyi Chukwu at Utako Market, Abuja, today February 5. A statement released by the command's spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, says at about 09:30 am today, the Command received a distress call regarding a fight in Utako Market. She
  • BBN, Tochi Claims 95% Will Leave Their Marriage If They Are Given N100m To Establish Themselves

    . BBN, Tochi Claims 95% Will Leave Their Marriage If They Are Given N100m To Establish Themselves

     Reality TV star, Tochi, is of the opinion that 95 out of 100 married women will leave their marriages in two weeks if they are given N100m to establish themselves. He shared this thought on his Instastories.
  • VIDEO; 'Why Nollywood Members Absent At Ruby Ojiakor’s Wedding' – Evan Okoro

    . VIDEO; 'Why Nollywood Members Absent At Ruby Ojiakor’s Wedding' – Evan Okoro

     Nollywood actress, Evan Okoro has addressed the backlash about her absence and other fellow colleagues, at Ruby Ojiakor’s traditional wedding.Gistmania had earlier reported hat Ruby Ojiakor and her husband tied the knot traditionally, with clips of their wedding surfacing online over the weekendIn the video, Nollywood actors were noticeably abse
  • Peter Obi’s Supporter, Magnus Ukadike Makes History As 1st Nigerian To Wins Municipal Election In Brazil

    . Peter Obi’s Supporter, Magnus Ukadike Makes History As 1st Nigerian To Wins Municipal Election In Brazil

     A Nigerian, Magnus Ukadike, has won a municipal election in Brazil, making history as the first Nigerian to contest unopposed and win an election in the South American country.It was learnt that Ukadike was Director General of the ‘Obidient Movement’ in Brazil during Nigeria’s 2023 general elections.This was made known by a Catholic missiona
  • Security Operatives Apprehend Four Armed Hunters In Benue

    . Security Operatives Apprehend Four Armed Hunters In Benue

     At least four persons have been arrested by Benue State Civil Protection Guard in Aliade, Gwer Local Government Area, with the support of local vigilance members.It was gathered that the arrested individuals claimed to be members of the National Hunters and Forest Security Services, a group reportedly engaged in fighting Boko Haram and other insur
  • Nollywood Actress, Pat Ugwu Passes On

    . Nollywood Actress, Pat Ugwu Passes On

     Nollywood Actress Pat Ugwu is Dead: A Tribute to a Talented StarThe Nigerian entertainment industry has been shaken by the heartbreaking news of the passing of Nollywood actress Pat Ugwu. Known for her remarkable talent and vibrant personality, Pat Ugwu's death has left many in the Nigerian movie industry and her fans around the world in deep
  • Health Minister’s Claims That Patients From UK And US Fly To Nigeria For Medical Treatment Is Valid - DaddyFreeze

    . Health Minister’s Claims That Patients From UK And US Fly To Nigeria For Medical Treatment Is Valid - DaddyFreeze

     Media personality, Dayo Olarinde aka DaddyFreeze has backed claims made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, that Nigeria’s health sector has greatly improved so much so that it is now attracting patients not just from the West African subregion but also from countries as far as the United States an
  • Israel Withdraws From UN Human Rights Council As It Follows US Lead

    .. Israel Withdraws From UN Human Rights Council As It Follows US Lead

     Israel has announced its decision to withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council, UNHRC.Disclosing this via X on Wednesday, Israel’s Foreign Minister, Gideon Sa’ar, said his country would follow the United States’ lead and leave the UNHRC.Sa’ar accused the council of providing sanctions for abusers of human rights, “allowing th
  • Nigerian Police Officer Commit Suicide In Nasarawa

    . Nigerian Police Officer Commit Suicide In Nasarawa

     Dogara Akolo-Moses, a police constable attached to Mada Station Division of the Nasarawa Command of the Nigeria Police Force, has killed himself.Akolo-Moses was reported to have been seen going about his duty in his division in the Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area earlier in the day.A witness said the officer went into a private room and shot
  • Ex Minister Solomon Dalung Vows Prof Yusuf’s Arrest Will Not Stop Struggle For Good Governance

    . Ex Minister Solomon Dalung Vows Prof Yusuf’s Arrest Will Not Stop Struggle For Good Governance

     Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung has reacted to the arrest and detention of Prof. Usman Yusuf. According to him, Yusuf's arrest will not deter the struggle for good governance. In a piece titled ‘No retreat, no surrender, freedom come by struggle’, posted on his official Facebook page, Dalung described the arrest as an attempt to
  • Watch Drama As Angry Residents Protest Against Building Demolition In Lagos (Video)

    . Watch Drama As Angry Residents Protest Against Building Demolition In Lagos (Video)

     The many residents of Bello, Kusumi Lane, and Onakoya communities in the Ketu area of Lagos State have protested against what they claim is the illegal demolition of buildings in their neighborhoods.In a recent video, the protesters were seen holding placards and attempting to obstruct the ongoing demolition of the buildings.This was made known vi
  • Reno Accuses El-Rufai Of Dragging Malam Nuhu Ribadu Down With Him In Sinking Ship

    . Reno Accuses El-Rufai Of Dragging Malam Nuhu Ribadu Down With Him In Sinking Ship

     A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has fired shots at former Governor of Kaduna state, Nasir El-Rufai. Omokri in a post on Facebook, claimed that El-Rufai is a drowning man. This followed El-Rufai's statement against Nuhu Ribadu. Ribadu had claimed that he never called Tinubu, Orji Kalu and other governors corrupt. However, El-Rufai prov
  • How Stray Bullet Kills Trader During Cult Clash In Bayelsa

    . How Stray Bullet Kills Trader During Cult Clash In Bayelsa

     A stray bullet from a cult clash on Monday has reportedly killed a trader at the Swali Ultra Modern Market in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital.The victim was identified as Mrs Christiana Onoakpoma Rose, an Isoko woman from Delta State.Recall that in the last few weeks, a supremacy battle between rival groups has resulted in the death of over ten
  • Mom Fired For Taking Leave To Care For Dying Daughter Who Was Battling Br3ast Cancer

    . Mom Fired For Taking Leave To Care For Dying Daughter Who Was Battling Br3ast Cancer

     A woman has narrated how she was dismissed from her banking job of 30 years while she was on Family Medical Leave to take care of her dying daughter battling br3ast cancer.According to WZZM 13, Terri Estepp, a former longtime employee of Huntington Bank, used up the majority of her vacation days and paid time off to tend to her daughter Samantha w
  • Moment Thief Was Captured On Video Stealing $100 During A Burial Ceremony

    . Moment Thief Was Captured On Video Stealing $100 During A Burial Ceremony

     A video has captured the shocking moment a thief stole $100 during a burial ceremony.The incident came to light after the video footage of the ceremony was reviewed.According to the lady who shared the video, initial suspicion fell on the Master of Ceremonies (MC). However, upon closer inspection of the clip, it became evident that the MC was not
  • Senate Confirms Ned Nwoko’s Defection To APC

    . Senate Confirms Ned Nwoko’s Defection To APC

     Senator Ned Nwoko's defection to the All Progressives Congress has been confirmed by the Senate. It was formally announced on Wednesday at the Senate. Citing worsening instability and internal crises within the PDP, Nwoko stated that the party’s current state poses a threat to his political career, prompting his decision to switch allegianc
  • 'All Of A Sudden People Find Me Attractive' - Man Writes As He Shares Then And Now Photos

    . 'All Of A Sudden People Find Me Attractive' - Man Writes As He Shares Then And Now Photos

     A Nigerian man has taken to social media to share his transformation from a regular guy to a desirable man.He took to TikTok with the handle @iam_Timigon to share then and now photos. "All of a sudden, people find me attractive," he wrote. "It's weird cuz... there was a time people use to always make fun of me." The photo
  • Gospel Singer, Mercy Chinwo Celebrates Bishop Oyedepo’s Wife On Her 67th Birthday

    . Gospel Singer, Mercy Chinwo Celebrates Bishop Oyedepo’s Wife On Her 67th Birthday

     Popular gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has celebrated Faith Oyedepo, the wife of Bishop David Oyedepo on her 67th birthday. She took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, February 5 to praise Faith while ignoring social media critic Verydarkman who has been slamming her on Instagram over her issues with her former label boss, Eezee Tee. Sharing a photo

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