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  • Portable Reveals Mystery Behind His Instagram Name 'Elizabeth Joyce'

    . Portable Reveals Mystery Behind His Instagram Name 'Elizabeth Joyce'

     Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has finally disclosed the reason behind his unusual Instagram name, “Elizabeth Joyce.”The self-proclaimed ‘Zaazu’ hitmaker made the revelation during an interview with content creator Egungun of Lagos.According to Portable, before he rose to fame, he was involved
  • 83Yr Old Anambra Community Leader, Michael Nwobu Murdered In His Residence

    . 83Yr Old Anambra Community Leader, Michael Nwobu Murdered In His Residence

     A community leader in Umudioka village, Awka, Chief Michael Nwobu, 83, has been murdered in his residence, 27, Okolobu Street, Umudioka Village, Awka, Anambra State, by unknown persons.The incident happened last Sunday when the hoodlums gained access to his residence after his family members had gone to church.According to his first son, Mr Nnaeme
  • VIDEO: Jandor Blames Peter Obi For His Defeat In Lagos Governorship Race

    . VIDEO: Jandor Blames Peter Obi For His Defeat In Lagos Governorship Race

     Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the 2023 Lagos State governorship election, has attributed his loss to the overwhelming influence of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi.Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on March 5, 2025, Jandor reflected on how his cam
  • Woman Arrested After Her 3yr Old Child Died While Trying to Fetch Water From a Pitcher in Abuja

    . Woman Arrested After Her 3yr Old Child Died While Trying to Fetch Water From a Pitcher in Abuja

     The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command is currently investigating a case of negligence involving a mother who is presently in custody. A statement from the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, says preliminary investigations revealed that the mother of the three year old left her at home with a ten year old child. The three yea
  • Ex Immigration Boss David Shikfu Parradang Died in Hotel Not Killed By Kidnappers - FCT Police

    . Ex Immigration Boss David Shikfu Parradang Died in Hotel Not Killed By Kidnappers - FCT Police

     The FCT police command has dismissed online reports claiming a retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and subsequently k!lled in Abuja.A counter-insurgency publication had reported that the former CG was attacked in the Area 1 axis of Abuja Tuesday morning. The report claimed that the
  • Nigeria Ranks Third Among Africa’s Top 10 External Debtors - Afreximbank

    . Nigeria Ranks Third Among Africa’s Top 10 External Debtors - Afreximbank

     The Africa Export and Import Bank (Afreximbank) has identified Nigeria as one of 10 African countries that together account for 69 percent of the continent’s total external debt.In its latest report, African Debt Outlook: A Ray of Optimism, Afreximbank stated that Africa’s external debt levels remain high due to the underdevelopment of domesti
  • Prison Warden Arrested For Stabbing His Girlfriend 25 Times In The Presence of Her 9yr Old Son

    . Prison Warden Arrested For Stabbing His Girlfriend 25 Times In The Presence of Her 9yr Old Son

     A Department of Correctional Services (DCS) warden allegedly st@bbed his girlfriend over 25 times in front of her 9-year-old son in South AfricaThe suspect, Kakuhle Mpongoma, made an appearance in the Mthatha Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, where he was charged with attempted murder. According to the National Prosecuting Authori
  • Ex Presidential Aide, Ita-Giwa Faults Natasha Akpoti's segxwal Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio

    . Ex Presidential Aide, Ita-Giwa Faults Natasha Akpoti's segxwal Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio

     Former Presidential Adviser, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, has faulted Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s s3xual harassment claim, saying once women become senators, they can’t be s3xually harassedSenator Akpoti-Uduaghan had recently claimed on a live television programme that the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, frustrated her moves to raise m
  • Veteran Actress Bukky Wright Finally Opens up on Why She Took a Long Break From Acting

    . Veteran Actress Bukky Wright Finally Opens up on Why She Took a Long Break From Acting

     Veteran Nigerian actress Bukky Wright has opened up about her long break from the movie industry, revealing that she stepped away to focus on raising her children.Nigerian real estate investment opportunitiesSpeaking in a recent interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Channels TV, Wright emphasized the importance of a mother’s presence in her childr
  • Gov Abiodun Warns Drivers Against Transporting Flammable Materials In Ogun

    . Gov Abiodun Warns Drivers Against Transporting Flammable Materials In Ogun

     The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has warned commercial drivers within the state to refrain from transporting flammable materials in their vehicles to ensure the safety of passengers.The warning followed an explosion involving a white Mazda bus with registration number KJA 949 YJ at about 1 pm at Muhammadu Buhari Estate along the Abeokuta-
  • Woli Arole Bemoans ‘Worldliness’ In Nigerian Gospel Music Industry

    . Woli Arole Bemoans ‘Worldliness’ In Nigerian Gospel Music Industry

     Popular comedian and actor-turned-preacher Oluwatoyin Bayegun, better known as Woli Arole, has raised concerns over the current trends in the Nigerian gospel music industry.He lamented that “hypocrisy, worldliness, and cabalism” have taken over the gospel music scene.He noted that invitations for ministration are now based on connections rathe
  • Ex-NIS CG, Parradang Found Dead In Hotel Room After Visit By Lady In Abuja

    . Ex-NIS CG, Parradang Found Dead In Hotel Room After Visit By Lady In Abuja

     The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has refuted claims that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and murdered, clarifying that his death occurred under different circumstances now under investigation.According to an official statement issued by the FCT Police Pu
  • Blaqbonez Declares 2Face’s “African Queen” Nigeria’s greatest Love Song

    . Blaqbonez Declares 2Face’s “African Queen” Nigeria’s greatest Love Song

     Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has hailed 2Face Idibia’s timeless hit “African Queen” as the greatest love song in Nigeria.During a recent podcast discussion with fellow artiste Major AJ, Blaqbonez expressed his admiration for the legendary track, emphasizing that no other Nigerian love song compares to its impact and longevity. “There is no so
  • EFCC Detains Ex-Akwa-Ibom Gov Emmanuel Udom Over Alleged N700bn Fraud

    . EFCC Detains Ex-Akwa-Ibom Gov Emmanuel Udom Over Alleged N700bn Fraud

     The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained a former governor of Akwa Ibom State, Emmanuel Udom, over an alleged N700 billion fraud.Mr Udom, who served as governor between 2015 and 2023, arrived at the EFCC’s corporate headquarters in Abuja around 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday following an invitation from the anti-graft agency.He wa
  • Expect More Fuel Price Drop – PETROAN, IPMAN Tells Nigerians

    . Expect More Fuel Price Drop – PETROAN, IPMAN Tells Nigerians

     Petroleum retailers and marketers have hinted that Nigerians should expect more premium motor spirit (PMS) price reductions as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and Dangote Refinery commenced a fresh price war between both firms .NNPC on Monday, March 3 announced its new petrol prices of N860 and N880 per litre, respectively, and NNP
  • Woman Who Lied At Ebuka Obi’s Church Finally Speaks Out After Fake N500M Mansion Testimony

    . Woman Who Lied At Ebuka Obi’s Church Finally Speaks Out After Fake N500M Mansion Testimony

     A Nigerian woman, Helen Loveth, who testified about acquiring a N500 million mansion at Evangelist Ebuka Obi’s Zion Ministry, has revealed why she lied.Loveth had claimed that divine intervention enabled her to purchase the luxury five-bedroom property.Social media erupted over the weekend after she was spotted selling drinks in Enugu.A video sh
  • Gov Makinde Of Oyo State Reappoints Deposed Eleruwa, Adegbola As New King

    . Gov Makinde Of Oyo State Reappoints Deposed Eleruwa, Adegbola As New King

     Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has reappointed Prince Samuel Adebayo Adegbola as the new Eleruwa of Eruwa.The state governor announced the appointment in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade.The statement was made available on Tuesday.It was reported that Eruwa is the headquarters of the Ibarapa
  • Check Out Provisional Squad List For Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifiers By Eric Chelle

    .. Check Out Provisional Squad List For Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifiers By Eric Chelle

     Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has released his first provisional squad list as he begins preparations for Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers later this month.The Super Eagles are currently fifth in Group C, sitting behind Rwanda, South Africa, Benin Republic, and Lesotho. Nigeria will face Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, March 21, before
  • Is This, Princess Rema? Tongues Wagged As Afrobeat Singer Rema Debuts A New Look

    . Is This, Princess Rema? Tongues Wagged As Afrobeat Singer Rema Debuts A New Look

     Nigerian music sensation Divine Ikubor, better known as Rema, sparked a social media buzz after recent photos showcased his new look.The Afrobeats star, who had previously shaved off his dreadlocks, was spotted sporting a fresh set in studio pictures.Back in 2020, Rema made headlines when he cut his dreadlocks as a show of solidarity for the #EndS
  • Emmanuel Adebayor Slams Carragher Over AFCON Comments, Says He's Not World Class Defender

    .. Emmanuel Adebayor Slams Carragher Over AFCON Comments, Says He's Not World Class Defender

     Former Arsenal and Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has criticised former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher for dismissing the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, as a minor tournament.Speaking to AfricaSoccer, Adebayor stated that Carragher is not among the world’s top defenders and described his remarks as disrespectful to African football
  • Face Of Two Yahoo Boys Jailed In Maiduguri

    . Face Of Two Yahoo Boys Jailed In Maiduguri

     Two internet fraudsters have been convicted and sentenced by Justice K Dagat of the Federal High Court, Maiduguri, Borno State, on Monday, March 3, 2025. The yahoo boys have been identified as Chimdi Godson Izuogu and Chidera Precious Izuogu. They were prosecuted by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,
  • BREAKING; Jude Okoye Sent Back Into Custody, Remanded Over Fresh $1m, £34k Fraud

    . BREAKING; Jude Okoye Sent Back Into Custody, Remanded Over Fresh $1m, £34k Fraud

     Jude Okoye, elder brother and former manager of the defunct music group P-Square, has been remanded in prison following his arraignment on fresh fraud charges amounting to $1,019,763.87 and £34,537.59.This latest legal battle comes barely a day after Okoye was granted N100 million bail over separate alleged fraud charges, involving the laundering
  • Christianity Doesn't Make You Rich, Prophecies About Getting Wealth, Others Are Fake -Fr Kelvin

    . Christianity Doesn't Make You Rich, Prophecies About Getting Wealth, Others Are Fake -Fr Kelvin

     Nigerian Catholic priest, Fr. Kelvin Ugwu, has opined that being a Christian does not make one wealthy.In a post he shared on social media, Fr Ugwu stated that prophecies about getting wealth, visas, cars, or buying houses are fake. According to him, it is the same way engaging in fetish practice does not make one wealthy.His post has generated mi
  • 'Seek God’s Face Before Forming Third Force' – Primate Ayodele Warns Atiku, El-Rufai, Peter Obi

    . 'Seek God’s Face Before Forming Third Force' – Primate Ayodele Warns Atiku, El-Rufai, Peter Obi

     The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has sent a message to Nigerian politicians planning to form an alliance ahead of the 2027 election. Speaking on Tuesday, he warned former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, his counterpart from the Peoples Democratic Party
  • Why I Can’t Forgive The Nurse Who Injected My Husband – Mohbad’s Wife

    . Why I Can’t Forgive The Nurse Who Injected My Husband – Mohbad’s Wife

     Olawunmi Aloba, widow of late Nigerian singer, Mohbad has vowed never to forgive the nurse that injected her late husband. It was alleged that the incident reportedly contributed to the demise of the singer on September 12, 2023.  In a recent interview, Wunmi revealed why she will not forgive the woman. According to Wunmi, the nurse would fac
  • Omokri Asks Christian Groups Not To Kick Against Closure Of Schools For Ramadan

    . Omokri Asks Christian Groups Not To Kick Against Closure Of Schools For Ramadan

     Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has urged Christian groups in Nigeria not to get into any legal tussle with some Northern state governments that have closed down nursery, primary and secondary schools in their states due to the ongoing Ramadan fasting.In a post shared on his Instagram page, Reno opined that kicking against the closure can un
  • Chimamanda Adichie Excited As Her New Novel ‘Dream Count’ Tops Amazon UK Bestseller List

    . Chimamanda Adichie Excited As Her New Novel ‘Dream Count’ Tops Amazon UK Bestseller List

     Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is celebrating the success of her latest novel, “Dream Count”, which has quickly risen to the number one spot on Amazon UK just days after its release.This marks Chimamanda Adichie’s return to long-form fiction after a decade without a major novel.The highly anticipated book launch recently took plac
  • PHOTOS: “If You’re My Friend And You Still Use My Old Pictures, You’re A Foe” – Zicsaloma

    . PHOTOS: “If You’re My Friend And You Still Use My Old Pictures, You’re A Foe” – Zicsaloma

     Nigerian comedian and content creator, Zicsaloma has shared the final look of his nose following his rhinoplasty recovery.The skit maker recently made waves after undergoing the procedure and revealing his transformation.Despite facing criticism, Zic Saloma confirmed that his nose has fully healed and settled into its new shape.Sharing fresh photo
  • “Portable Gave Life To Christ, Then Took It Back” – Testimony Jaga Accuses Singer Of Faking Repentance

    . “Portable Gave Life To Christ, Then Took It Back” – Testimony Jaga Accuses Singer Of Faking Repentance

    Gospel artist Testimony Jaga has shared his experience with controversial singer Portable in Ogun State, describing him as “possessed with demons.”Recall Portable was widely criticised for the incident that happened last September when he assaulted a preacher at his club in Ogun.Jaga participated in the online backlash, giving Portable a three
  • EFCC Arraigns 6 Kwara SUBEB Officials For Alleged N96m Fraud

    . EFCC Arraigns 6 Kwara SUBEB Officials For Alleged N96m Fraud

     The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned six officials of Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, over alleged fraud.The suspects, arraigned before Justice Akanbi of the State High Court in Ilorin, are facing prosecution on a four-count charge of breach of trust and misappropriat

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