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![Eid al-Fitr: FCT Minister, Wike Felicitates With Residents, Sends Reassuring Message]()
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has extended warm felicitations to residents of the FCT, particularly the Muslim Ummah, as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.In his message on behalf of the FCT Administration (FCTA), Wike acknowledged Ramadan as a time of deep![.]()
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![Finally Mine! Hon. Natasha Osawaru Changes Instagram To 2Baba Surname, Idibia]()
Natasha Osawaru, Deputy Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, has changed her Instagram name to “Honourable Natasha Idibia.”This comes after her engagement to Nigerian music icon 2Baba, who proposed to her on February 13, 2025.Recall that 2Baba announced his separation from his wife, actress Annie Idibia, in January 2025.Annie ha![.]()
Finally Mine! Hon. Natasha Osawaru Changes Instagram To 2Baba Surname, Idibia -
![Borno Police Arrest Two Over Theft, Hacking Of 61 Phones Worth N35 Million]()
The Borno State Police Command has apprehended two suspects, Ba’Isa Yerima and Lawan Yusuf, for their alleged involvement in the theft, hacking, and resale of stolen mobile phones. In a statement released on Friday, the Command’s spokesperson, Nahum Daso, disclosed that the suspects were arrested in the Polo area of Maiduguri following a![.]()
Borno Police Arrest Two Over Theft, Hacking Of 61 Phones Worth N35 Million -
![Nigerian Navy Rescues 15 Passengers From Suspected Kidnappers On Bonny River]()
\The Nigerian Navy has successfully rescued 15 passengers from a cargo boat following a suspected kidnapping attempt along the Bonny-Port Harcourt waterway. According to Sirajo Almustapha, Operations Officer of the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB) Bonny, the incident occurred on Friday afternoon when armed men hijacked the boat a![.]()
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!["Why I Appointed Bosun Tijani As A Minister Despite His Past Criticisms" - President Tinubu]()
President Bola Tinubu has justified his decision to appoint Dr. Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, despite the minister’s past criticisms of him and the Nigerian government. Speaking during an Iftar celebration at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Saturday, Tinubu emphasized that leadership involv![.]()
"Why I Appointed Bosun Tijani As A Minister Despite His Past Criticisms" - President Tinubu -
![CDS, General Christopher Musa Condemns Lynching of Northern Hunters In Edo, Calls For Justice]()
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has strongly condemned the gruesome killing of northern hunters in Edo State , describing the incident as a tragic failure of due process that could have been avoided. The attack, which occurred on March 28, 2025, saw the victims—who were reportedly returning from Rivers Stat![.]()
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![NDLEA Intercepts 77.6kg Of Cannabis Hidden in Car Along Mokwa-Jebba Road]()
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a major drug shipment along the Mokwa-Jebba Road in Niger State, seizing 77.6kg of compressed cannabis concealed in a false compartment of a vehicle. The agency confirmed the operation, which took place on Friday, March 28, when officers stopped a black Toyota Co![.]()
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![Daddy Freeze Expresses Renewed Hope in Nigeria Under Tinubu’s Leadership]()
Popular Nigerian On-Air Personality (OAP), Ifedayo Olarinde, widely known as Daddy Freeze, has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, stating that the current administration has given him hope for the nation’s future. Speaking during an interview with Nigeria Info FM, Lagos, Daddy Freeze compared Nigeria to a heavily![.]()
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![NDLEA Arrests 50-Year-Old Man, Suli Saheed With Hard Drugs in Ibadan]()
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 50-year-old suspect, Suli Saheed, for drug trafficking in Ibadan, Oyo Stat. According to a statement by Femi Babafemi, Director of Media & Advocacy at NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja**, Saheed was apprehended at the Olomi Academy area with 2.5 kilograms of Ghanaian![.]()
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![BBNaija Set To Bring Back Physical Auditions For 2025 Season]()
Organizers of the popular reality show Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) have announced the return of physical auditions for its highly anticipated 2025 season. In a statement shared via Instagram on Saturday, the show’s management confirmed the shift from virtual to in-person auditions, marking a major change in the selection process. However,![.]()
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![Four Nigerian Tycoons, Dangote, Otedola, Adenuga & Rabiu Make 2025 Forbes Billionaires List]()
Four prominent Nigerian businessmen—Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, Mike Adenuga, and Abdulsamad Rabiu—have secured spots on the prestigious 2025 Forbes Billionaires List, released on Saturday, March 29. Dangote, Africa’s richest man for the 14th consecutive year, saw a remarkable surge in his net worth, rising from $13.9 billion in 2024![.]()
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![NDLEA Arrests Four in Katsina, Seizes 423kg Of Cannabis And 86,000 Diazepam Pills]()
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested four suspects in Katsina State during an intelligence-led raid that uncovered a large cache of illicit drugs. According to a statement by NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, the operation took place on Friday, March 28, at Godai village in Daura Local Government Area, where operati![.]()
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!["BBL Trend in Nollywood May Fade Away Soon" – Veteran Nollywood Actress Ayo Adesanya]()
Veteran Nollywood actress Ayo Adesanya has weighed in on the increasing acceptance of artificial beauty enhancements, particularly the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) in the Nigerian movie industry. Speaking in an interview with The Nation Newspaper at a recent movie premiere, Adesanya suggested that the current obsession with body enhancements ma![.]()
"BBL Trend in Nollywood May Fade Away Soon" – Veteran Nollywood Actress Ayo Adesanya -
![NDLEA Arrests Lekki Businessman, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer Over 60 Parcels Of Imported Cannabis]()
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a Lekki-based businessman, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer, over his alleged involvement in the shipment of 60 parcels of a potent strain of cannabis known as "Loud" from the United States to Nigeria. The 43-year-old entrepreneur, who owns Damillionz Takeout, was![.]()
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NDLEA Arrests Lekki Businessman, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer Over 60 Parcels Of Imported Cannabis -
![Nigerian Woman Closes Multimillion-Naira Supermarket On Pastor’s Orders (Video)]()
A Nigerian woman has reportedly shut down her thriving supermarket, valued at millions of naira, following a directive from her church pastor. The revelation surfaced in a viral TikTok video where the woman shared details of her decision. According to her, she had been running the business since 2021 but chose to close and sell it after rece![.]()
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![Suspected Vandal Electrocuted While Attempting To Steal Transformer Cables In Aba (Video)]()
A suspected vandal met a tragic end while attempting to steal **armored cables from a transformer** in Aba, Abia State. A viral video circulating on social media platform **X (formerly Twitter)** captured the grim aftermath, showing the lifeless body of the man atop the transformer after being fatally electrocuted. Shocked residents ga![.]()
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!["How I Escaped Bully, Sexual Harassment From Male Actors" - Actress, Azeezat Shorunmu]()
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Azeezat Shorunmu has opened up about sexual harassment in Nollywood, revealing how scriptwriting helped her navigate the industry while avoiding unwanted advances from male producers. In a recent interview with *Sunday Scoop*, Shorunmu explained that desperation for fame and quick financial success often makes![.]()
"How I Escaped Bully, Sexual Harassment From Male Actors" - Actress, Azeezat Shorunmu -
![2Baba and Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru Spotted at Nightclub Amid Public Scrutiny (Video)]()
Legendary Nigerian musician, **Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia**, and Edo State Assembly lawmaker, **Natasha Osawaru**, were seen together at a nightclub, fueling fresh discussions about their relationship. The duo appeared to be in high spirits as they enjoyed the music and shared a lively moment at the venue. Their outing comes just days after![.]()
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![Actress Ibiwari Etuk Says Yes To Surprise Marriage Proposal From Colleague, Praise Jedy (Photos)]()
Popular Nollywood actress, Ibiwari Etuk, has announced her engagement after receiving a surprise marriage proposal from a fellow actor, Praise Jedy'Etuk, who shared the news on social media, revealed that the proposal took her completely off guard, unlike the typical picture-perfect engagements often seen online. “This was not one o![.]()
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![Whistleblower In Multi-million-naira Land Fraud Case, Mrs. Uju Ezeobi Dies In Police Custody]()
A key complainant in a multi-million-naira land fraud case, Mrs. Uju Ezeobi, has reportedly died while in police custody at Zone 13 Headquarters, Ukpo, Anambra State. Her death, which occurred just hours after her legal team petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over alleged mistreatment, has triggered widespread outr![.]()
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![Panic As Petrol Price Surges To N970 Per Litre In Parts of Lagos, Ogun, and Abuja]()
Fuel prices have surged in parts of Lagos, Ogun, and Abuja, with petrol now selling between N930 and N970 per litre, up from the previous N865 per litre. The price hike, which took effect on Saturday evening, saw filling station attendants confirming that they had earlier dispensed petrol at the former rate before receiving instructions to i![.]()
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![Heartbreaking Moment Nigerian Boxer Segun Olanrewaju Collapses & Dies During Bout In Ghana (Video)]()
The boxing community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who collapsed and passed away during a bout in Ghana on Saturday. Olanrewaju was in action against Ghanaian fighter Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Profession![.]()
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![Bola Tinubu Reveals How Aminu Masari Stopped Him From Withdrawing Presidential Ambition]()
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that he nearly abandoned his presidential bid but was encouraged to stay in the race by his former placeholder, Aminu Masari, and other allies. Speaking at a special Iftar event held in his honour at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Saturday night, Tinubu reflected on the hurdles he faced during th![.]()
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![Nigerian Navy Hands Over 17 Bags Of Cannabis To NDLEA]()
The Nigerian Navy has handed over 17 bags of cannabis sativa to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), reinforcing its commitment to combating drug trafficking along the nation's waterways. In a statement released on its official Facebook page, the Navy disclosed that the handover took place on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the![.]()
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![Two Lagos Businessmen, Ikenna Ibezim & Ifeanyi Okezie Arrested For Alleged Colman Cable Adulteration]()
Two Lagos Island businessmen, Ikenna Ibezim, 24, and Ifeanyi Okezie, 20, have been arrested and charged with allegedly running an illegal operation to adulterate Colman wires and cables. The suspects were apprehended by operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command, Lagos, following a complaint from the original manufacturer, who accused them of f![.]()
Two Lagos Businessmen, Ikenna Ibezim & Ifeanyi Okezie Arrested For Alleged Colman Cable Adulteration -
![CWAY Sales Manager, Issa Solomon Soliu Remanded For Alleged ₦20.3 Million Water Supply Fraud]()
A sales manager with CWAY Water, Issa Solomon Soliu, has been remanded in custody over allegations of defrauding 10 customers of ₦20.3 million under the guise of supplying water. Soliu, 39, allegedly received large payments from multiple customers for CWAY water deliveries but failed to fulfill the orders before going into hiding. When rep![.]()
CWAY Sales Manager, Issa Solomon Soliu Remanded For Alleged ₦20.3 Million Water Supply Fraud -
!["How I Was Accused Of Stealing Gold In The UK" – Makeup Artist Adewunmi Fatai Opens Up (Video)]()
Renowned Nollywood makeover artist and actor Mustapha Sholagbade’s baby mama, Adewunmi Fatai, has shared a harrowing experience she encountered while in the United Kingdom. During an interview on *Talk to B Podcast* with Biola Bayo, Adewunmi revealed that she was falsely accused of stealing gold, a claim that quickly spread within the ente![.]()
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"How I Was Accused Of Stealing Gold In The UK" – Makeup Artist Adewunmi Fatai Opens Up (Video) -
![Panam Percy Paul Reveals How Alaba Marketers Influenced Gospel Music By Adding ‘Speaking In Tongues’ To Songs]()
Renowned gospel singer Panam Percy Paul has shed light on how influential marketers at Alaba International Market, Lagos, played a significant role in shaping trends within the gospel music industry, particularly the incorporation of "speaking in tongues" in songs. Speaking during a conversation with Pastor Emmanuel Iren, the veter![.]()
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![Security Guard, Ifeanyi Ani Beaten to Death Over Headlights Dispute In Rivers State]()
A tragic incident unfolded in Rumukrushi, Obio Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, as a security guard, Ifeanyi Ani, was allegedly beaten to death by a customer at a popular eatery. Eyewitnesses told *PUNCH* on Saturday that the altercation began when Ani approached a parked vehicle with its headlights left on, intending to request![.]()
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![VeryDarkMan Slams Tinubu Over Herdsmen Attacks, Warns of Looming Religious Crisis (Video)]()
Popular social media activist, VeryDarkMan, has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing his administration of failing to address the ongoing attacks by suspected herdsmen across the country. He warned that the unchecked violence could escalate into a full-blown religious conflict. In a video shared on his Instag![.]()
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VeryDarkMan Slams Tinubu Over Herdsmen Attacks, Warns of Looming Religious Crisis (Video)
Eid al-Fitr: FCT Minister, Wike Felicitates With Residents, Sends Reassuring Message
Finally Mine! Hon. Natasha Osawaru Changes Instagram To 2Baba Surname, Idibia
Borno Police Arrest Two Over Theft, Hacking Of 61 Phones Worth N35 Million
NDLEA Arrests Lekki Businessman, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer Over 60 Parcels Of Imported Cannabis
Heartbreaking Moment Nigerian Boxer Segun Olanrewaju Collapses & Dies During Bout In Ghana (Video)
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