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  • Mob Burns 16 Travelers To Death Over Kidnapping Allegations In Edo

    . Mob Burns 16 Travelers To Death Over Kidnapping Allegations In Edo

     .A tragic case of mob violence unfolded in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State, as sixteen travellers were set ablaze by an irate crowd after being accused of kidnapping.  The horrifying incident occurred on Thursday, March 27, when local vigilantes intercepted a truck carrying the men, who were reportedly journeying from Port Ha
  • Suspended Lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Petitions IGP Over Alleged Forgery in Recall Process

    . Suspended Lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Petitions IGP Over Alleged Forgery in Recall Process

     Suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has formally petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, over alleged forgery of signatures in the petition seeking her recall.  According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan's legal team submitted the petition
  • Worker Steals Goods Worth Over 500K From His Employer, Spends Money On Pênis Enlargement Oil And 'Spiritual Products'

    .. Worker Steals Goods Worth Over 500K From His Employer, Spends Money On Pênis Enlargement Oil And 'Spiritual Products'

     A Lagos-based entrepreneur, identified as Chinny, has accused one of her employees of theft after he was allegedly caught attempting to break into her store to steal building materials.  In a post shared on Instagram on Friday, March 28, 2025, Chinny revealed that security personnel apprehended the suspect during the act. Upon interrogation,
  • "My Husband Missing, Making Confession Under Duress" – Former Rivers HoS, George Nwaeke’s Wife Raises Alarm

    . "My Husband Missing, Making Confession Under Duress" – Former Rivers HoS, George Nwaeke’s Wife Raises Alarm

     Mrs. Florence Nwaeke, wife of the former Head of Service (HoS) of Rivers State, Dr. George Nwaeke, has raised concerns over her husband's whereabouts following his sudden resignation from office.Speaking to journalists late on Friday, Mrs. Nwaeke, visibly distressed, expressed fears for her husband’s safety, stating that she has been unable
  • Ex-Rivers Head Of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke Accuses Governor Fubara Of Ordering Assembly Complex Bombing

    .. Ex-Rivers Head Of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke Accuses Governor Fubara Of Ordering Assembly Complex Bombing

     Former Head of the Rivers State Civil Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, has made explosive allegations against suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of orchestrating the bombing of the state House of Assembly complex in 2023.  Speaking at a news briefing on Friday, Nwaeke claimed Fubara had directed his then-Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie
  • Nigerian Man Calls Out EKEDC Over Prepaid Meter Consuming ₦150,000 In 10 Days

    .. Nigerian Man Calls Out EKEDC Over Prepaid Meter Consuming ₦150,000 In 10 Days

     A Nigerian man identified as Sir Jarus has publicly criticized the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) after his prepaid meter reportedly consumed ₦150,000 worth of electricity within just 10 days.  Expressing his frustration on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), he lamented the excessive charges and called on the electric
  • American Singer, Sean Kingston And Mother Convicted Of Fraud In Multi-Million Dollar Scam

    . American Singer, Sean Kingston And Mother Convicted Of Fraud In Multi-Million Dollar Scam

     A U.S. court has found American singer Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, guilty of fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a high-profile case involving multiple businesses and over $1 million in fraudulent transactions.Kingston, 35, whose real name is Kisean Anderson, was sentenced to house arrest with electronic monitoring, while
  • 41-year-Old Babysitter Arrested For Fatal Stabbing Of 3-Year-Old

    . 41-year-Old Babysitter Arrested For Fatal Stabbing Of 3-Year-Old

     A 41-year-old babysitter, Marketta Phillips, has been arrested and charged with the fatal stabbing of a three-year-old girl, Journei Ross, while her father was at work.  The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, March 26. At approximately 3:36 a.m., officers from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) respond
  • 24-Year-Old Nigerian Singer, Paul Obukowho Dies in Police Custody, Family Demands Justice

    .. 24-Year-Old Nigerian Singer, Paul Obukowho Dies in Police Custody, Family Demands Justice

     A 24-year-old rising musician, Paul Obukowho, has allegedly died while in police custody in Delta State, sparking outrage among family and friends who are calling for justice.  Reports indicate that Paul was detained and subjected to severe torture by officers of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Delta State Police Command in Asaba. His o
  • Seventeen Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Edo State

    . Seventeen Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Edo State

     Seventeen individuals involved in internet fraud have been convicted and sentenced by two Edo State High Courts sitting in Benin City. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the convictions after the accused pleaded guilty to charges related to obtaining by false pretence, possession of fraudulent documents, and retention of p
  • Rotimi Amaechi Condemns Emergency Rule in Rivers, Alleges Political Motive Behind Tinubu’s Decision

    . Rotimi Amaechi Condemns Emergency Rule in Rivers, Alleges Political Motive Behind Tinubu’s Decision

     Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has once again criticized President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, alleging that the move was a strategic attempt to intimidate governors ahead of the 2027 elections.  Speaking in an interview with DW Africa on Friday, Amaechi dismissed the justification for t
  • NYSC Mistakenly Paid Me ₦777k Instead of ₦77k - Female Corper Claims in Viral Video

    . NYSC Mistakenly Paid Me ₦777k Instead of ₦77k - Female Corper Claims in Viral Video

     A Nigerian youth corps member has alleged that she received ₦777,000 instead of the usual ₦77,000 NYSC allowance paid to corps members.She made this revelation in a video shared on her TikTok page, where she expressed her concerns and intentions to report the issue to the authorities.In the video, she explained that she woke up, checked her ph
  • Asake and Eva Apio Spark Dating Rumour After They Were Spotted Together in West Hollywood

    . Asake and Eva Apio Spark Dating Rumour After They Were Spotted Together in West Hollywood

     Afrobeats star Asake and Ugandan-British model Eva Apio have been fueling dating speculations after being spotted together multiple timesTheir latest sighting in West Hollywood has further intensified the rumors surrounding their relationship.The two first sparked curiosity when they attended Paris Fashion Week together, making appearances at high
  • "I Know What I Want" – Mercy Aigbe Dismisses Marriage Criticism

    . "I Know What I Want" – Mercy Aigbe Dismisses Marriage Criticism

     Mercy Aigbe Adeoti has dismissed negative comments about her marriage to movie marketer Kazim Adeoti, labeling them as mere “noise” from people who may have their own personal strugglesDuring an appearance on the talk show Iriri Mi, hosted by Bimpe Akintunde, Aigbe addressed allegations that she manipulated her husband, a father of four.She ch
  • I’m Inspired To Do More For Nigeria Says Tinubu As He Celebrates 73rd Birthday

    . I’m Inspired To Do More For Nigeria Says Tinubu As He Celebrates 73rd Birthday

     President Bola Tinubu has said that his 73rd birthday has inspired him to do more to ensure that his government achieves its set objectives for Nigeria.The president spoke after attending the Friday Jumat prayers at the National Mosque in Abuja.President Tinubu said he prayed for God’s protection and blessings, especially during the Ramadan peri
  • "Nigerian Rap Community Once Called Me Boring" – M.I Abaga Recounts

    . "Nigerian Rap Community Once Called Me Boring" – M.I Abaga Recounts

     Famous Nigerian rapper M.I Abaga has shared his thoughts on the ongoing hip-hop feud between American rapper Kendrick Lamar and his Canadian counterpart, Drake.He stated that he could relate to what Drake is currently experiencing in the United States due to the beef, noting that at a certain point in his career, the Nigerian rap community also la
  • Gunmen Run Riot In Plateau, Kill 11 Persons In Fresh Attack

    . Gunmen Run Riot In Plateau, Kill 11 Persons In Fresh Attack

     The police command in Plateau says gunmen have attacked the Rubi community in Butura District in Bokkos Local Government and killed 11 persons.Alfred Alabo, the command’s spokesman, made this known in a statement on Friday in Jos.The Bokkos Cultural Development Council (BCDC), also in a statement, confirmed that 11 persons were killed.Alabo quot
  • Police Arrest 14 Suspects For Gruesome Killing Of 16 Travellers In Edo

    . Police Arrest 14 Suspects For Gruesome Killing Of 16 Travellers In Edo

     The Police Command in Edo has arrested 14 suspects over the gruesome killing of 16 travellers and the burning of their truck in Udune Efandion.The incident occurred on Thursday along the Uromi/Obajana Expressway.CSP Moses Yamu, the command’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrests in a statement on Friday in Benin. He condemned the killi
  • How Don Jazzy Signed Me To Mavin Records - Singer, Magixx Reveals

    . How Don Jazzy Signed Me To Mavin Records - Singer, Magixx Reveals

     Nigerian Afrobeats singer Alexander Adelabu, popularly known as Magixx, has shared the story of how he became part of Mavin Records.In a recent interview with media personality Adesope, Magixx disclosed that he was initially searching for a manager to help guide his music career and increase his exposure.However, during his search, he unexpectedly
  • Overstay Your Nigerian Visa For 3 Months, Get Banned For 5 Years – FG warns immigrants

    . Overstay Your Nigerian Visa For 3 Months, Get Banned For 5 Years – FG warns immigrants

     The Federal Government has introduced a stricter immigration policy to address the issue of visa overstays in Nigeria, reinforcing its commitment to border control and national security.Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, clarified that Nigeria’s visa-on-arrival policy has not been scrapped but emphasised the government’s firm stance on
  • "The Next Man I Post Will Be My Husband" – BBNaija Beauty Tukura Declares

    . "The Next Man I Post Will Be My Husband" – BBNaija Beauty Tukura Declares

     Reality TV star Beauty Tukura has revealed that she and her colleague, Neo Akpofure, ended their relationship for valid reasons.The former Miss Nigeria, who did not disclose the specific reasons, stated that their relationship was beautiful while it lasted.She compared their romance to that of American power couple Rihanna and A$AP Rocky.The reali
  • First Lady Remi Tinubu Downplays Embarrassing Chants “Not Our Mother” By College Students

    . First Lady Remi Tinubu Downplays Embarrassing Chants “Not Our Mother” By College Students

     Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has downplayed the recent “Not our mother” chants against her by college students in Delta State, south-south Nigeria.The authority of the Delta College of Nursing Sciences on Thursday queried a student, Osato Edobor, who posted an embarrassing clip of the incident on TikTok. However, the query was quickly
  • PHOTO: Singer Justin Bieber Shares Glimpse Of His Son

    . PHOTO: Singer Justin Bieber Shares Glimpse Of His Son

     Justin Bieber has finally shared a glimpse of his son. He took to his Instagram page to show off his bundle of joy. Sharing a photo of him leaning to kiss his son, he wrote: ‘ITS CUZ I AM A MANIAC that we dedicated Jack Blues Bieber to Jesus.’” Fans have since taken to the comment section to applaud the singer.
  • VIDEO; "Noodles, iPhone 16 Pro Max" – Teacher Explains Causes Of Teenage Pregnancy

    . VIDEO; "Noodles, iPhone 16 Pro Max" – Teacher Explains Causes Of Teenage Pregnancy

     A teacher has sparked mixed reactions online after making a list of the causes of teenage pregnancy.In a video that has gone viral online, the teacher was seen projecting his slides for teaching, where he had outlined the possible causes of teenage pregnancies.The causes of pregnancy displayed on the screen included irresponsible parenting, iPhone
  • 'I Never Made Such Statement' - Seyi Tinubu Denies Claim About His Father’s 8-Year Tenure

    . 'I Never Made Such Statement' - Seyi Tinubu Denies Claim About His Father’s 8-Year Tenure

     Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has distanced himself from a report alleging that he stated that his father, President Bola Tinubu, would complete an eight-year tenure, regardless of any human or divine intervention.A statement circulating in a WhatsApp group attributed to Seyi read: “My Father Will Complete His 8-Year Tenur
  • VID; US Soldier Shares His Encounter With Nigerian Customs And NDLEA At Lagos Airport

    . VID; US Soldier Shares His Encounter With Nigerian Customs And NDLEA At Lagos Airport

     A Nigerian man who is a serving US soldier has shared his encounter with Nigeria Customs and NDLEA officers at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. olatheyle took to Tiktok to share a video of his encounter. At first, they were not aware of his military status, but when they realized, they were in awe. After arriving at the airport, he
  • 'I Have No Regrets Meeting You' - Gospel Singer, Tope Alabi’s Husband Pens Sweet Note To Her

    . 'I Have No Regrets Meeting You' - Gospel Singer, Tope Alabi’s Husband Pens Sweet Note To Her

     Mr Soji Alabi, the husband of gospel singer, Tope Alabi has taken to Instagram to remind her of his undying love and appreciate her for sticking by him when they had nothing.In a post, via his Instagram page, he revealed that though it is not her birthday or they are celebrating a special anniversary, he just chose to celebrate her specially.He re
  • "Your Hypocrisy Is Smelling" - Mr Macaroni Tackles Ben Murray-Bruce

    . "Your Hypocrisy Is Smelling" - Mr Macaroni Tackles Ben Murray-Bruce

     Popular Nigerian comedian and activist, Mr Macaroni, has called out former senator Ben Murray-Bruce for what he described as "hypocrisy" over his recent post in support of Senate President Godswill Akpabio.Murray-Bruce took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise Akpabio, describing him as a man of "unimpeachable good character" who
  • 'Chinese Company Not Responsible For Shooting Of Immigration Officer' – FG Reveals

    . 'Chinese Company Not Responsible For Shooting Of Immigration Officer' – FG Reveals

     Investigation has revealed that a Chinese company is not responsible for the shooting of an officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, in Minna, Niger State, the Federal Government disclosed on Friday.It was earlier reported that the Immigration officer was demanding evidence of work permit for staff members of the Chinese company when he wa
  • VC Raises Alarm As Herders Take Over Benue Varsity Campus, Kidnap Students

    . VC Raises Alarm As Herders Take Over Benue Varsity Campus, Kidnap Students

     The Vice-Chancellor of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi (JOSTUM), Prof. Isaac Itodo, has raised concerns over major security challenges facing the institution, including herdsmen invasions, kidnapping, and the rampant theft of school property, particularly armored cables.Speaking at a press briefing ahead of the university’s 26th-31st com

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