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  • Why Many Fulani in Northern Nigeria Avoid Eating Goat Meat

    . Why Many Fulani in Northern Nigeria Avoid Eating Goat Meat

     For generations, many Fulani communities in northern Nigeria have refrained from consuming goat meat, a tradition deeply rooted in cultural beliefs, historical influences, and perceived health concerns.  Despite goat meat being widely eaten across Nigeria, Fulani groups in states such as Sokoto, Kano, Jigawa, Bauchi, and Gombe** continue to a
  • Sophia Momodu Marks Mother’s Day with Daughter Imade in Stunning Photos

    .. Sophia Momodu Marks Mother’s Day with Daughter Imade in Stunning Photos

     Nigerian socialite and entrepreneur Sophia Momodu celebrated Mother’s Day in grand style, sharing heartwarming photos with her daughter, Imade Adeleke.  The mother-daughter duo posed in elegant matching outfits, marking the special occasion with grace and style. In her caption, Sophia reflected on the profound role of motherhood, quoting,
  • Erykah Badu Sparks Debate With Outfit That Mocks BBL Ladies At Billboard Women in Music Awards

    .. Erykah Badu Sparks Debate With Outfit That Mocks BBL Ladies At Billboard Women in Music Awards

     Renowned American singer Erykah Badu turned heads at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles with a striking fashion statement that ignited widespread discussion.  The neo-soul legend took the stage in an outfit that exaggerated her backside, a move many interpreted as a playful commentary on the growing trend of Brazilian But
  • Carpenter, Tunji Aminu Arraigned in Lagos For Alleged N120,000 Fraud

    . Carpenter, Tunji Aminu Arraigned in Lagos For Alleged N120,000 Fraud

     A 48-year-old carpenter, Tunji Aminu, has been arraigned before a Magistrates’ Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, over allegations of fraudulently obtaining N120,000 from a client under false pretenses.  According to police prosecutor Adegesin Famuyiwa, the incident took place on May 29, 2024, at No. 13 Popoola Street, Agric, Ikorodu. Aminu allegedly
  • "I Was Offered Just N5bn To Orchestrate Fubara’s Impeachment" — Edison Ehie COS To Gov Fubara

    .. "I Was Offered Just N5bn To Orchestrate Fubara’s Impeachment" — Edison Ehie COS To Gov Fubara

     Edison Ehie, Chief of Staff to the suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has claimed that he was offered a N5 billion bribe to initiate impeachment proceedings against his principal.  Speaking during an interview on *Sunday Politics* on Channels Television, Ehie stated that he has documented evidence of the alleged bribery attemp
  • Lightning Strike Kills Herder, 12 Cows In Southern Kaduna

    . Lightning Strike Kills Herder, 12 Cows In Southern Kaduna

     Tragedy struck in Southern Kaduna on Sunday as a lightning bolt killed a young herder and 12 cows in Matuak Giwa, Bondon District, Moro’a Chiefdom, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State.  The Village Head of Matuak Giwa, Simon Ayuba, confirmed the shocking incident on Monday, explaining that the herder had sought shelter from the rain
  • Annie Macaulay Makes First Public Appearance Following Divorce From 2Baba (Video)

    . Annie Macaulay Makes First Public Appearance Following Divorce From 2Baba (Video)

     Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has stepped out publicly for the first time since her highly publicized split from legendary musician 2Baba Idibia.  The actress, who had been off the radar following their separation, was recently seen in a new video circulating online, sparking widespread reactions from fans and industry colleagues.  Gi
  • Ondo Farmer, Oyinlola Jacob Remanded For Allegedly Setting Brother’s N20m Farm Ablaze

    . Ondo Farmer, Oyinlola Jacob Remanded For Allegedly Setting Brother’s N20m Farm Ablaze

     An Ondo State farmer, Oyinlola Jacob, has been remanded at the Olokuta Correctional Centre for allegedly setting fire to his brother’s farmland, causing damage estimated at N20 million.  The 56-year-old was arraigned before an Akure Magistrates’ Court by the Ondo State Police Command on charges of arson.  According to police prosecut
  • UK Extradites Nigerian Fraud Suspect, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie To U.S. Over Elderly Scam

    . UK Extradites Nigerian Fraud Suspect, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie To U.S. Over Elderly Scam

     A 41-year-old Nigerian national, Ehis Lawrence Akhimie, has been extradited from the United Kingdom to the United States to face charges related to an international fraud scheme targeting elderly victims.  The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed the extradition in a statement on Friday, March 28, 2025, highlighting a broad international oper
  • Kano Police Arrest Man, Usman Sagiru For Fatal Stabbing Of Vigilante After Eid Prayers

    . Kano Police Arrest Man, Usman Sagiru For Fatal Stabbing Of Vigilante After Eid Prayers

     The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man, Usman Sagiru, from Sharifai Quarters for allegedly stabbing a vigilante to death in the entourage of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II shortly after Eid prayers on Sunday, March 30.  The attack took place at around 12:40 p.m. as worshippers were leaving the Eid prayer ground. Police reports
  • A Man Who Replaces A Woman Will Do It Again -FCT Police PRO, SP Josephine Adeh, Writes Women

    . A Man Who Replaces A Woman Will Do It Again -FCT Police PRO, SP Josephine Adeh, Writes Women

     SP Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson of the FCT police command, has sent an interesting message to women.In a post she shared on X, Adeh stated that any man who easily replaces a woman will do it again.Her post reads: ‘’A man who easily replaces a woman will do it again. How he treats women is a reflection of his character , his children are w
  • Nigerians Can Now Buy Food Without Struggle Says President Tinubu

    . Nigerians Can Now Buy Food Without Struggle Says President Tinubu

     President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has claimed that Nigerians can now buy food without struggle. Tinubu made the statement on Sunday when the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, led a delegation to the Presidential Villa in Abuja for a Sallah homage. Tinubu highlighted the impact of recent policy changes, particularly the remova
  • Sanwo Olu's Ally, Aisha Achimugu Celebrates Mother's Day Amid Ongoing EFCC Investigation

    . Sanwo Olu's Ally, Aisha Achimugu Celebrates Mother's Day Amid Ongoing EFCC Investigation

     The Managing Director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu, has reaffirmed her commitment to transparency, integrity, and due process in response to allegations leveled against her.In a statement signed by Bodex Hungbo, the company’s Head of Media, and shared on her Instagram handle, Achimugu expressed gratitude for the overwhelming su
  • UPDATE; Nigerians To Pay More For Petrol Amid Domestic Dispute, Crude Price Hike

    . UPDATE; Nigerians To Pay More For Petrol Amid Domestic Dispute, Crude Price Hike

     The Federal Government’s failure to renew the Crude for Naira agreement between NNPC Limited and Dangote Refinery, along with rising global crude oil prices, is set to push petrol pump prices higher across Nigeria in April and beyond.The six-month agreement, which expired in March, was initially brokered by the government last year. It allowed t
  • I Nearly Gave Up On My 2023 Presidential Race During Naira Scarcity – Tinubu Finally Opens Up

    . I Nearly Gave Up On My 2023 Presidential Race During Naira Scarcity – Tinubu Finally Opens Up

     President Bola Tinubu has narrated how he almost gave up on his presidential race and the motivation he received from a close ally, Aminu Massri, to make him remain in the race.Tinubu led this out on Saturday at a special Iftar held in his honour at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja, where he also thanked Nigerians for their overwhelming good
  • 'God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings' – Chief Imam Of Benin Laments

    . 'God Is Displeased With Nigeria Over Rising Killings' – Chief Imam Of Benin Laments

     Sheikh Abdul-Fattah Enabulele, the Chief Imam of Benin, has expressed concern over the rising killings across Nigeria, stating that God is displeased with the nation.He lamented the increasing violence, urging Nigerians to embrace peace, justice, and unity he emphasised that bloodshed and injustice hinder divine blessings and called on leaders to
  • Officer Dead, Nine Others Injured As Police Van Plunges Into Ditch In Umuahia

    . Officer Dead, Nine Others Injured As Police Van Plunges Into Ditch In Umuahia

     One of the official patrol vans, belonging to the Abia State joint security outfit, “Operation Crush” plunged into a ditch along a bad portion of Umuahia-Bende Road on Sunday.The incident, Gistmania learnt, claimed the life of one of the security personnel while nine other members of the team were seriously injured and now receiving treatment
  • Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Victims After Intense Gun Battle In Taraba

    . Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Victims After Intense Gun Battle In Taraba

     Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, have thwarted a kidnapping attempt along the Takum-Jalingo road.In a statement issued out on Sunday by the Acting Brigade spokesperson, Captain Oni Olubodunde, the success was made possible following a distress call from r
  • Eid-el-Fitr: Not Less Than Two Children Confirmed Dead In Gombe Stampede

    . Eid-el-Fitr: Not Less Than Two Children Confirmed Dead In Gombe Stampede

     At least two children have been confirmed dead following a stampede that happened at the Gombe main Eid prayer ground on Sunday.Four and a half-year-old Aisha Salisu Ahmed and Maryam Abdullahi Gwani, 4, were the identities provided for the children.A crowd of mostly women and children were said to have rushed to leave the venue in haste leading to
  • Veteran Actress Dupe Jayesimi Brought To Tears As Biola Bayo, Others Surprise Her With New Car

    . Veteran Actress Dupe Jayesimi Brought To Tears As Biola Bayo, Others Surprise Her With New Car

     Nollywood actress Biola Bayo and other well-meaning Nigerians have brought veteran actress Dupe Jayesimi to tears with their grand surprise for her on Mother’s Day.In a video uploaded on Bisola’s social media page, the veteran was surprised with a new car in celebration of Mother’s Day. In the clip, Dupe was captured breaking down in tears a
  • Pastor Giwa Cautions Against Alcohol, Say It Invites Another Spirit

    . Pastor Giwa Cautions Against Alcohol, Say It Invites Another Spirit

     The Senior Pastor of Awaiting the Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, has cautioned against drinking of alcohol.Pastor Giwa disclosed that taking of alcohol is an invitation of other spirits into people’s lives.Addressing his members on Sunday in Akure, Ondo State, the clergyman pointed out that alcohol brings about disgrace and make
  • I’m Not Joking Says Donald Trump As He Hints At 3rd Term In White House

    . I’m Not Joking Says Donald Trump As He Hints At 3rd Term In White House

     President Donald Trump has once again suggested seeking a third term in office, telling NBC News on Sunday that he is “not joking” about the possibility.“There are methods which you could do it,” Trump said in a Sunday morning phone interview, adding that “a lot of people” want him to run again.While he acknowledged that it was “far
  • Makinde Reiterates That Era Of Civil Unrest During Eid Prayers Gone In Oyo Amid Ladoja's Visit

    . Makinde Reiterates That Era Of Civil Unrest During Eid Prayers Gone In Oyo Amid Ladoja's Visit

     Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that the era of brigandage, civil disturbance, and violence at the Ibadan Eid ground is over.Makinde made this declaration on Sunday in Ibadan, the state capital, while addressing the Muslim faithful, including Islamic clerics, traditional rulers, and political officeholders who visited his residence
  • Fresh Update Emerges On Attack Of Emir Sanusi’s Escort In Kano

    . Fresh Update Emerges On Attack Of Emir Sanusi’s Escort In Kano

     The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the violent attack on the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday, March 30, 2025.The incident resulted in the death of a vigilante member and injuries to another.In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haru
  • They Did Rituals, Cooked Up Stories –FCT Minister’s Aide, Lere Reacts To Wike’s ‘Obituary Photo

    . They Did Rituals, Cooked Up Stories –FCT Minister’s Aide, Lere Reacts To Wike’s ‘Obituary Photo

     Mr Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has reacted to an alleged obituary photo of his principal making the rounds.Gistmania reports that there has been rumours speculating that the Minister collapsed at an event in Abuja on Friday.
  • Kenya Emerges Africa’s Largest Importer Of Second-Hand Clothes

    . Kenya Emerges Africa’s Largest Importer Of Second-Hand Clothes

     Kenya has emerged as the largest importer of second-hand clothes in Africa, earning the unfortunate distinction of being an easy dumping ground for used apparel while struggling to revive its collapsed textile industry.According to the latest trade data compiled by the United States-based Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Kenya imported
  • Two Kidnap Victims Rescued As Police Hunt For Abductors In Lagos

    . Two Kidnap Victims Rescued As Police Hunt For Abductors In Lagos

     The Lagos State Police Command on Sunday announced that its operatives had rescued two kidnap victims and launched a manhunt for their abductors.The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this in a statement issued in Lagos.Hundeyin stated that the suspected kidnappers abducted the victims on Wednesday at Ijede, in
  • Commercial Motorcyclist Who Brought Home Less Money Than Usual St@bbed To Death By Wife

    . Commercial Motorcyclist Who Brought Home Less Money Than Usual St@bbed To Death By Wife

     A Bodaboda operator identified as Geoffrey Ouma, was allegedly stabbed to d3ath by his wife in their home in Ongata Rongai town, Kenya after he returned with less money than usual.Witnesses reported that the man fondly called Jeff, had just come back from work, having earned significantly less due to heavy rainfall affecting business.His wife conf
  • Ogun Road Crash Claims One Life, Leaves 11 Critically Injured

    . Ogun Road Crash Claims One Life, Leaves 11 Critically Injured

     An accident that occurred on Sunday, during the Eid-il-Fitr celebration, in Ogijo, Ogun State, claimed one life and left 11 others injured.The spokesperson for the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, Babatunde Akinbiyi, told PUNCH Metro via telephone that the accident happened around 6 a.m.Akinbiyi stated that the accident occurr
  • Rivers Police Arrest Alleged Serial Rapist Who Lure Victims Through Dating Sites

    . Rivers Police Arrest Alleged Serial Rapist Who Lure Victims Through Dating Sites

     The Rivers State Police Command has apprehended a man accused of being a serial rapist, who reportedly used dating sites to lure women to his hotel room, assault them, and take their belongings.According to the police, 34-year-old Israel Tamunokuro, a resident of Golf Estate on Odili Road, allegedly drugged his victims, coerced them into revealing

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