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  • BREAKING: Abuja Estate Market Gutted By Fire

    . BREAKING: Abuja Estate Market Gutted By Fire

     An early morning fire, on Monday, engulfed the market in Trademore estate, along Airport Road, Abuja.While the cause of the fire could not be immediately ascertained, a resident of the area, who spoke to Vanguard, said his attention was drawn to the incident at about 4 am. “We do not yet know the cause of the fire, but we cannot rule out an elec
  • Tinubu's Government Signs Pact With France to Carry Out Mining Projects in Nigeria

    . Tinubu's Government Signs Pact With France to Carry Out Mining Projects in Nigeria

     Nigeria and France have recently reinforced their collaboration in mining and infrastructure development as part of broader economic diversification efforts. President Bola Tinubu’s administration is advancing reforms in Nigeria’s mining sector to attract global investments and reduce reliance on oil. These reforms have created significant opp
  • Protests Break Out In Abia Over Proposed Airport Site By The State Government

    . Protests Break Out In Abia Over Proposed Airport Site By The State Government

     There were protests at Umuezenta, Umuomaunta Mbawsi Nsulu, by people who identified themselves as landowners from the eight communities where the Abia State government has proposed to build an airport.The protesters, comprised of youths and elderly persons, said they opposed the state government using their ancestral lands for the airport project.
  • Tension in Kwara Community Over Newly Installed Monarch, Forces Closure of Catholic Church

    . Tension in Kwara Community Over Newly Installed Monarch, Forces Closure of Catholic Church

     A Kwara State traditional ruler, Oloro of Oro kingdom, Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyetoye Olufayo II, in Irepodun Local Government Area, who was debarred from attending the Catholic Church in Oro community on Sunday, eventually worshipped at another church.The monarch went to the First Baptist Church in Oro for the Sunday service after the Catholic church w
  • S3x Workers To Get Pension, Maternity Leave Bonus As Belgium Govt Passes New Labour Right Law

    . S3x Workers To Get Pension, Maternity Leave Bonus As Belgium Govt Passes New Labour Right Law

     Belgium has taken a groundbreaking step in labor rights by becoming the first country in the world to allow sex workers to have formal job contracts. This landmark move ensures that individuals in the sex work industry are entitled to essential social protections such as health insurance, pensions, sick leave, and maternity leave.The development f
  • Fuel Subsidy Removal Saved Nigerians From The 'Fake Good Life' They Were Living - Tinubu

    . Fuel Subsidy Removal Saved Nigerians From The 'Fake Good Life' They Were Living - Tinubu

     President Bola Tinubu's assertion that the "good life" Nigerians experienced prior to the removal of the fuel subsidy was "fake" reflects his administration's view that the subsidy was unsustainable and detrimental to the country's long-term economic health. Since taking office on May 29, 2023, Tinubu has emphasi
  • Ex President, Obasanjo Reacts After Gowon Said He Wrote a Letter Begging Abacha Not to Kill Him

    . Ex President, Obasanjo Reacts After Gowon Said He Wrote a Letter Begging Abacha Not to Kill Him

     Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has responded to a statement made by former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd.) that he (Gowon) pleaded with the late military Head of State General Sani Abacha not to execute Obasanjo. Obasanjo was one of those imprisoned by the regime of Abacha over an alleged coup plot to overthrow Abacha.Speaking during th
  • I Was Abducted, Manhandled - UNIBEN VC, Prof Lilian Salami Recalls Ordeal During Students Protests

    . I Was Abducted, Manhandled - UNIBEN VC, Prof Lilian Salami Recalls Ordeal During Students Protests

     Professor Lilian Salami, the outgoing Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), has shared a deeply personal and challenging experience from her tenure in her newly released memoir, So Much To Say: A Memoir. In the book, she reflects on an incident where protesting students pelted her with sachets of water and compelled her to read a pr
  • 44yr Old Woman Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Over Murder of Her Husband

    . 44yr Old Woman Sentenced to Life Imprisonment Over Murder of Her Husband

     Faith Nongcebo Ntombela, a 44-year-old South African woman, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of her husband, Captain Zwelakhe Ntombela. The sentencing was handed down on Friday, November 29, 2024, by the Durban High Court, according to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, commonly known as the Hawks.Captain Ntomb
  • Abuja Residents Raise Alarm Over Cash Shortage As PoS Operators Hike Charges

    . Abuja Residents Raise Alarm Over Cash Shortage As PoS Operators Hike Charges

     The scarcity of Naira notes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has caused significant challenges for small business operators and residents, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Many have expressed frustration over the difficulty in accessing cash from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and Point of Sale (POS) agents in recent days.T
  • Obidients Plot APC's Downfall, Say They Will Go Harder For Peter Obi in 2027

    . Obidients Plot APC's Downfall, Say They Will Go Harder For Peter Obi in 2027

     The Obidients Movement, supporters of Peter Obi and his 2023 presidential campaign under the Labour Party, have pledged to intensify their efforts ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. At a recent conference organized by the Delta Obidient Elders’ Council in Asaba on November 30, 2024, the group expressed their determination to surpass th
  • Military Gains Momentum in Fight Against Insurgency As Top Terrorist, Yellow Jambros Surrender

    . Military Gains Momentum in Fight Against Insurgency As Top Terrorist, Yellow Jambros Surrender

     The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced notable progress in Nigeria's battle against insurgency, reporting a surge in terrorist surrenders, particularly in the north-central region.  Edward Buba, the director of defence media operations, revealed that several high-profile terrorist leaders, including the infamous Yellow Jambros, hav
  • "Too Many People Are Now Abandoning Their Babies In FCT" - Police Reveals

    .. "Too Many People Are Now Abandoning Their Babies In FCT" - Police Reveals

     The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has expressed grave concern over the growing number of abandoned babies in Abuja, attributing the trend to men abandoning their responsibilities after impregnating women.  Josephine Adeh, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, disclosed in a statement on Sunday via X (formerly Twitter) that
  • NDLEA Nabs Three Suspected Drug Dealers In Kano, Seizes Over 3 Million Pills Of Exol-5

    . NDLEA Nabs Three Suspected Drug Dealers In Kano, Seizes Over 3 Million Pills Of Exol-5

     The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended three individuals in Kano State, recovering a massive haul of illegal substances, including 2,000 ampoules of pentazocine injection and over 3.1 million pills of Exol-5.  The operation took place on Thursday, November 28, at Gadar Tamburawa along Zaria Road, where the suspects,
  • From a Cab Ride To Forever: Nigerian Woman Shares 11-Year Love Journey Ahead Of Wedding (Photos)

    .. From a Cab Ride To Forever: Nigerian Woman Shares 11-Year Love Journey Ahead Of Wedding (Photos)

     A heartwarming love story that began in a cab over a decade ago is culminating in marriage, as Charity Ekpeyong and her long-time partner, Ntiedo Samson, prepare to tie the knot.  Charity took to social media on Saturday, November 30, to share their journey, accompanied by throwback and pre-wedding photos. She revealed that their relationship
  • "We Both Fell for Genevieve, But I Stepped Back for Emeka Ike" - Actor, Ramsey Nouah Opens Up

    .. "We Both Fell for Genevieve, But I Stepped Back for Emeka Ike" - Actor, Ramsey Nouah Opens Up

     Nollywood veteran Ramsey Nouah has revealed a nostalgic chapter from his early career, recounting a love triangle involving himself, fellow actor Emeka Ike, and the iconic Genevieve Nnaji.  In a candid interview, Nouah reflected on the bond he shares with Emeka Ike, describing him as a "friend and brother" with whom he navigated the
  • Nigerian Woman Narrates How A Neighbour Died After Her Husband Refused To Take Her To Hospital

    .. Nigerian Woman Narrates How A Neighbour Died After Her Husband Refused To Take Her To Hospital

     A heartbreaking story has emerged from a Lagos neighborhood, where a woman and her newborn tragically died following complications from a week-long labour.  The incident was shared by a neighbor, Jane Arike Francis, who took to Facebook on Sunday, December 1, to express her grief and frustration over what she described as an "avoidable d
  • "Religion Has Happened To Me" - Man Mourns His Wife & Daughter Who Died In Stampede During Abia Catholic Church Procession (Photos)

    .. "Religion Has Happened To Me" - Man Mourns His Wife & Daughter Who Died In Stampede During Abia Catholic Church Procession (Photos)

     Peter Ukaegbu, a grieving Nigerian man, has taken to social media to express his sorrow over the tragic deaths of his wife, Emmanuella Chizoba, and their daughter, Onyinyechi Prisca, who perished in a stampede at Christ the King Cathedral (CKC) in Aba, Abia State.  The devastating incident occurred during the annual Christ the King procession
  • Lekki Big Boy, Jago's Ex-Girlfriend, Tosyne Responds After Being Asked To Refund ₦100m He Reportedly Gave Her (Video)

    .. Lekki Big Boy, Jago's Ex-Girlfriend, Tosyne Responds After Being Asked To Refund ₦100m He Reportedly Gave Her (Video)

     The contentious fallout between Lekki-based entrepreneur Jago and his ex-girlfriend, fashion model Tosyne, has escalated, with Tosyne denying Jago’s claims of spending over N100 million on her during their brief relationship.  In an interview with media personality Daddy Freeze, Tosyne dismissed Jago’s allegations as baseless, clarifying
  • Man & His Girlfriend Arraigned For Allegedlly Assaulting & Emotionally Abusing His Baby Mama In Ondo

    . Man & His Girlfriend Arraigned For Allegedlly Assaulting & Emotionally Abusing His Baby Mama In Ondo

     A Nigerian man, Adebayo Kola, and his girlfriend, Bamidele Funmilayo, have been charged before the Akure Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly assaulting Kola’s former partner, Temiosoro Kehinde.  The couple appeared before Magistrate O.I. Lebi on charges of assault, public disturbance, and emotional abuse stemming from an incident that
  • Egungun Of Lagos Caught In Cheating Scandal Amid Blackmail Drama

    .. Egungun Of Lagos Caught In Cheating Scandal Amid Blackmail Drama

     Popular Nigerian content creator, Egungun of Lagos, is embroiled in a cheating controversy following the leak of a private video, just hours after his wife, Pashotah, publicly addressed a blackmail threat involving her husband .  The leaked footage, now circulating on social media, shows Egungun on a video call with an unidentified woman
  • The Most Boring 45 Minutes Of My Life - White Lady Calls Out Davido, Over His Amsterdam Concert

    . The Most Boring 45 Minutes Of My Life - White Lady Calls Out Davido, Over His Amsterdam Concert

     A Caucasian attendee described Davido’s recent concert at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam as the “most boring 45 minutes” of her life, sparking mixed reactions on social media. The individual, who shared her thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), tagged the Afrobeat superstar, calling him a “lazy performer” and expressing disappointment in her expect
  • BBNaija's Queen Atang Finally Breaks Silence on Rumored Separation From Husband

    . BBNaija's Queen Atang Finally Breaks Silence on Rumored Separation From Husband

     Former Big Brother Naija star Queen Mercy Atang has sparked online buzz with a festive-themed Instagram post that exudes holiday cheer. The reality TV star shared elegant photos of herself donning a stunning red outfit, perfectly capturing the spirit of the season. Alongside the images, Queen extended early Christmas wishes to her followers and ex
  • Lagos Govt Clears The Air on Plans to Ban Sachet Water in The State Following Viral Video

    . Lagos Govt Clears The Air on Plans to Ban Sachet Water in The State Following Viral Video

     Lagos State Commissioner for Water and Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has clarified that the government has not banned sachet water (commonly called "pure water") in the state and has no intention to do so. This statement comes in response to a viral video showing a NAFDAC (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control) offic
  • N70,500 Minimum Wage is Enough If You Avoid Sidechics - Veteran Journalist, Mukhtar Wakeel

    . N70,500 Minimum Wage is Enough If You Avoid Sidechics - Veteran Journalist, Mukhtar Wakeel

     Veteran journalist Mukhtar Wakeel from Nasarawa State has stirred discussion with his perspective on the newly approved N70,500 minimum wage in Nigeria. In a statement, Wakeel opined that families can manage this wage effectively if the man in the household avoids spending money on side relationships or frivolous expenses. His comments align with
  • We Make Music For Fun, No Toxicity – Davido’s Friend, Cubana ChiefPriest Throws Shade at Wizkid

    . We Make Music For Fun, No Toxicity – Davido’s Friend, Cubana ChiefPriest Throws Shade at Wizkid

     Cubana Chief Priest, a renowned Nigerian socialite and a close associate of Afrobeats superstar Davido, has recently clarified that there is no rivalry between their camp and others in the music industry.While in France with Davido's 30BG crew, Chief Priest emphasized that their primary focus is on positivity and achieving success rather than
  • My Economic Policies Already Yielding Results — President Tinubu

    . My Economic Policies Already Yielding Results — President Tinubu

     President Bola Tinubu has expressed that the economic policies he implemented upon taking office are beginning to show positive results. Acknowledging that these policies have been tough on the people, Tinubu emphasized that such measures were necessary to address the country's ongoing crises.In a speech delivered during the 34th and 35th con
  • Alarm Raised As Six Girls Go Missing After Attending House Party In Lekki (Video)

    .. Alarm Raised As Six Girls Go Missing After Attending House Party In Lekki (Video)

     A Nigerian woman has raised concerns about the mysterious disappearance of six girls who allegedly went missing after attending a house party in Lekki. The claim was made in a viral video shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).  According to the woman, seven girls were invited to a private house party, but when one of them s
  • Nigerian Woman Accuses Popular MFM Pastor Of Land Theft, Sparks Outrage (Video)

    .. Nigerian Woman Accuses Popular MFM Pastor Of Land Theft, Sparks Outrage (Video)

     A young Nigerian woman has made serious allegations against Pastor Babatunde George, the Regional Head of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Ilupeju branch, accusing him of unlawfully seizing her father’s land. The claims, shared in a viral video, have triggered widespread outrage on social media.According to the woman, her father p
  • Gunmen Kill Informant In Abia Village Attack, Residents Flee In Fear

    . Gunmen Kill Informant In Abia Village Attack, Residents Flee In Fear

     Gunmen have attacked Umuchima village in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, resulting in the death of a local man who was reportedly accused of providing information to the Nigerian Army about militant activities in the region.The assault occurred just days after the Nigerian Army’s Joint Task Force, operating under the coden

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