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“Some Of You Will Be 2nd 3rd Wives & There’s Nothing You Can Do About It" - Nigerian Lawyer

A Nigerian lawyer, Rilwan Oke, has said that some women will end up as second, third and fourth wives whether they like it or not.He stated this on X while reacting to backlash against one Aisha, who is said to be the second wife of X influencer, Suraj Oyewale aka Sir Jarus.It was reported that Aisha celebrated her elevation from a broke single la

"Praying To God On Something You Know You Got Through Sin Is Disrespectful" - OAP Dotun

OAP, Dotun, says that Nigerians have normalized attributing ill-gotten wealth to something that came from God.Nigerian home decor ideasIn a piece shared on X, Dotun stated that praying to God on something one knows they got through sin is disrespectful. He argued that as much as God does not judge and condemn people, it is important to give God so
Shocking As Man Beats Mother To Death With Pestle In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly beating his mother to [email protected] was disclosed in a press release issued on Tuesday, March 4, by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil.He said: “On February 24, 2025, Peace and Security Committee members in the Abujan Kwata area of Bauchi r

Abducted Oyo Corps Member, Rofiat Lawal Shares Ordeal In Captivity

Rofiat Lawal, the serving corp member who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway last Tuesday, has revealed hat her abductors threatened to force her into marriage and take her to Sokoto if her family refused to pay a ransom to secure her release.This is just as she narrated that one of the abductors, who is Fulani, took her NYSC uniform and
PHOTOS: Woman Apprehended During Alleged Burglary And Theft In Makurdi

A woman has been apprehended for alleged theft and burglary in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.The suspect was allegedly caught red handed on Monday, March 3, 2025 while allegedly burglarizing students' houses around Gyado Villa and carting away their belongings.Eyewitnesses claim she had been using keys to gain access to students' room

'You Are An Irresponsible Man Using Culture & Nature To Mask.......'-Woman Slams Polygamous Men

A Nigerian woman, Cynthia Azuka, has taken a swipe at African men who justify cheating by claiming to be ‘polygamous in nature’.According to her such men are only irresponsible for using culture to mask their lack of discipline. “Dear African kings. You are not a polygamist, and you are not “polygamous in nature” You are just an irrespo
Sowore Seeks Release Of Passport For U.S. Trip, Clashes With Judge In Court

Former presidential aspirant, Omoyele Sowore has appealed to the Federal High Court in Abuja to release his international passport to enable him to travel to the United States to visit his family and undergo a routine medical check-up.Sowore, who is currently on bail, is facing a 16-count amended charge of cybercrime filed against him by the Inspe

FCT Police Rescue Kidnaped Chief Superintendent, Modestus Ojiebe

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has disclosed that its operatives rescued Chief Superintendent of Police Modestus Ojiebe, abducted by gunmen along the Kubwa Expressway in Abuja.Speaking on the development on Monday, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, stated that the officer had been safely reunited with
Imo Police Arrest Four Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Imo State Police Command has arrested four suspected kidnappers in Owerri West Local Government Area.Henry Okoye, the command’s spokesperson, identified the suspects as Sulieman Ahmed, Mohammed Salisu, Gambo Jefta, and Gabriel Ogbuzuru in a statement made on Monday.He noted that the operations of the suspected kidnappers have contributed to

Teenage Machine Operator Dies From Electrocution While Working At Ogun Factory

Ishaku Monday, a 19-year-old machine operator, tragically lost his life due to electrocution at Xinfeng Plastics Limited, located in the Sagamu area along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State.Chief Superintendent of Police Omolola Odutola, the Public Relations Officer for the Ogun State Police Command, confirmed this to PUNCH Metro on Monday.Od
Ogun Woman, Opeyemi Adetoro Detained For Smuggling Three Teenagers To Libya

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old woman, Opeyemi Adetoro, for trafficking three girls from the Oke Itoku region of Abeokuta to Libya.Chief Superintendent of Police Omolola Odutola, the spokesperson for the state police command, confirmed this in a statement issued on Monday.Odutola explained that the suspect was arrested aft

Fire Consumes Driver, Motor Boy At Ibadan Petrol Station

Two persons have been confirmed dead in a fire incident that occurred early Tuesday at the Orita Challenge outlet of GABSTAB Petrol Station in Ibadan.In a statement released by the General Manager, of Oyo State Fire Services Agency, Mr Yemi Akinyinka, a petrol tanker driver and his motor boy lost their lives in the incident.Akinyinka said the fire
"I Suffered ‘Terrifying’ Writer’s Block During Pregnancy" -Chimamanda Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says the writer’s block she experienced after becoming pregnant with her first child was “terrifying”. “It’s a really frightening place to be, because writing is the thing that gives me meaning,” the acclaimed Nigerian author, 47, has told the BBC’s Emma Barnett.“I’m not sure that it was just entirely phy

Police Arrest 7 Suspected Drug Peddlers In Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command said it has arrested seven suspected drug peddlers in the state.The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Lawan Shiisu, who disclosed this in a statement in Dutse yesterday, said the suspects were arrested in Kazaure and Gwaran Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.He added that their arrests followe
Oyo Government Debunks Olubadan, Oba Owolabi’s Death Rumors

The Oyo State Government has debunked rumors of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin’s d3ath, confirming that he is alive and wellCommissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, stated, “Yes, Olubadan is alive, hale, and hearty. I spoke with one of his sons, Prince Olaseke Owolabi Olakulehin, who represented the family at th

'They Need To Feel Pain’ – Canadian Premier Threatens US Electricity Cut

Ontario may cut off electricity exports to the United States, Premier of the Canadian Province Doug Ford announced on Monday.Speaking to reporters at a mining convention in Toronto, Ford said the action would be in retaliation for the new tariffs on Canadian goods.Ford stated that if the U.S. attempts to “annihilate Ontario”, he would fight ba
Nigerian Troops Rescue Hostages, Arrest Kidnappers, Recover Weapons In Kaduna

Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN have rescue five abducted persons at Boto Forest in Zangon Kataf local government area (LGA) of Kaduna State.Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, Media Information Officer, Operation SAFE HAVEN, in a statement named the rescued persons as: Mr Abdullahi Saleh, 38 years, Master Blessed Haruna, 17, Mrs Mary Nuhu, 32, Mrs Charity

Actress Uche Nancy Gifts Herself a Multi Million Naira Film House In Lekki For Her Birthday

Nollywood star Uche Nancy is a year older today, and she is thrilled about it. She announced her birthday on social media, receiving many congratulatory messages from fans.To honor her dedication and effort, she decided to give herself a nice gift.She posted a video showcasing the mansion she gave herself. In her caption, she highlighted that this
VIDEO: Nigerian Lady Calls Out Usher Who Asked Her To Leave The Church Due To Her Outfit

A Nigerian lady took to social media to voice her disappointment after an usher allegedly asked her to leave a church service because of her clothing.She described the humiliation she faced in front of the crowd and shared a video of her outfit that day.She was spotted in a trendy two-piece outfit that showed off her thighs, saying it was what she

Market Women Protest Death of Success Izekor, The Pregnant Woman Killed by Her Husband in Edo (VID)

Women from the Ikpoba Hill Market Women Association staged a protest in Benin City, demanding justice after the m8rder of 38-year-old trader, Ugiagbe Success Izekor by her husband, Kelvin Izekor.Success, who was four months pregnant, was k!lled by her husband at their residence on No. 50, Upper Mission Road, Benin City, on Saturday, 22nd Feb
Two Tiktok Sensations Sentenced to Jail Over Vulgar Videos in Kano

A Kano magistrates' court sitting at No 47 in Norman's land, Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State, has sentenced two TikTokers for posting vulgar videos which violate religious and moral sensitivities of the state. Ahmad Isa and Maryam Musa of Ladainai area in Hotoro Quarters were arrested by the state Censorship Board, and were lat

How Soldiers Intercepted & Arrested Notorious Gunrunner in Kaduna

Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN on Operation LAFIYAN JAMA’A have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Media Information Officer Operation SAFE HAVEN, Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, March 3, 2025. According to the statement, the suspect was arrested when troops conduct
Prophet, Adeleye Akingbaso Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Raping 13-year-old Girl In Ekiti

An Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, on Monday sentenced a 47-year-old cleric, Prophet Adeleye Akingbaso, to life imprisonment for r3ping a 13-year-old girl.The convict was arraigned in September 2022 on a two-count charge bordering on r3pe and coercion.The charge read, “The Prophet, sometime in July 2022, at Ado-Ekiti, did r3pe a 13-

Woman Arrested For Securing The Release Of Armed Robbers And Harboring Them At Her Home

Theresa Chenjerai, a 49-year-old woman from Zimbabwe, has been arrested for allegedly masterminding the release of armed robbers from prison and hiding them at her home.Chenjerai and her accomplice, Munyaradzi Zakkaria, are accused of offering a US$150 bribe to a detective to influence a court case, as reported by New Zimbabwe. The two were brough
Halleluyah Challenge: Nathaniel Bassey Declares Love For His Wife

Nigerian gospel musician Nathaniel Bassey has issued a firm warning to women who admire him, making it clear that he has no intention of marrying another wife.Nathaniel Bassey issued this strong warning while speaking during the grand finale of the Hallelujah Challenge, addressing the attention he has been receiving from female admirers.In a video

43-Yrs-Old Driver Bagged 14 Years Jail Term For Removing Condom During S3x

A 43-year-old driver identified as Laurence Rafter has been jailed for 14 years for removing a condom during sex with the consent of his partner.According to reports, the driver met his partner through a dating app in July 2021, identifying himself as a man called “Jay Lincoln”.The driver met up with the lady in her home in Islington, where sh
"Why I Resigned As Speaker Of Lagos Assembly" – Meranda

Hon. Mojisola Meranda on Monday said she resigned as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, because of the need to preserve the integrity of the legislature and prevent further crisis within the House.Addressing lawmakers during the plenary session in Alausa, Ikeja, Meranda described her decision as a “personal sacrifice” aimed at resol
VIDEO: Desmond Elliot Weeps As Meranda Bows To Obasa's Pressure

The Lagos State House of Assembly witnessed an emotional session on Monday as Mojisola Meranda resigned as speaker after just 49 days in office.Her departure saw Desmond Elliot, representing Surulere Constituency II, moved to tears while attempting to commend her for her service.[html]In a heart-wrenching display of emotion at the Lagos Assembly,
UPDATE: NNPC Reduces Petrol Price To N860/litre

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has announced a reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, commonly known as petrol, to N860 per litre.The new NNPCL pump price, took effect today Monday, March 3. Last week, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery reduced the ex-depot price of petrol from N890 per litre to N825, markin
PSV v Arsenal: UEFA Champions League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Tuesday 4th March, 2025 Time : 9:00 pm Stadium Philips Stadion Referee Jesus Gil (Spain) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] PSV [/size]Peter Bosz has some problems in his side ahead of Arsenal’s visit. He continues to miss key attackers Malik Tillman, Ricardo Pepi, and winger Esmir Bajraktarevic. They a