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  • Pastor Gets Bitten By Black Mamba While Conducting Prayers By The Riverside

    . Pastor Gets Bitten By Black Mamba While Conducting Prayers By The Riverside

     A 27-year-old pastor in Hazelmere, KwaZulu-Natal, was rushed to the hospital after being bitten by a Black Mamba while conducting a prayer session near a river.  The incident occurred on the morning of Saturday, February 22, 2025. According to reports, the pastor was praying near the riverbank when the venomous snake struck, biting him on the
  • NDLEA Arrests Thai Woman, Pattaphi Wimonnat For Smuggling 46.6kg of Cannabis at Lagos Airport (Photos)

    .. NDLEA Arrests Thai Woman, Pattaphi Wimonnat For Smuggling 46.6kg of Cannabis at Lagos Airport (Photos)

     The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a 24-year-old Thai woman, Ms. Pattaphi Wimonnat, for attempting to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a highly potent strain of cannabis, into Nigeria. The seized drug shipment weighed 46.60 kilograms and was intercepted at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, La
  • 2face’s Fiancée, Natasha Osawaru Accused Of Assaulting Ex-Husband, Using Police To Detain Him

    .. 2face’s Fiancée, Natasha Osawaru Accused Of Assaulting Ex-Husband, Using Police To Detain Him

     Popular blogger Cutie Juls has sparked controversy with fresh allegations against Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, who recently got engaged to legendary Nigerian singer 2Baba (Innocent Idibia).  Osawaru’s engagement has been making waves, coming shortly after 2Baba’s widely publicized separation from his wife, Annie Idibia. However, ne
  • Sex Worker Stabbed In Dispute Over Cigarette

    .. Sex Worker Stabbed In Dispute Over Cigarette

     A violent altercation between two sex workers in Verulam, KwaZulu-Natal, ended in bloodshed after one stabbed the other during a disagreement over a cigarette.  The incident occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, February 22, 2025, near the Ndwedwe Taxi Rank on Ireland Street.  According to reports, Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) rece
  • Osas Ighodaro Flaunts Stunning Figure In Poolside Video

    .. Osas Ighodaro Flaunts Stunning Figure In Poolside Video

     Popular Nollywood actress and mother of one, Osas Ighodaro, turned heads on social media after sharing a video of herself confidently showcasing her curves while enjoying a swim.  The actress posted the clip on Snapchat, capturing moments from her poolside outing with her manager and a group of friends. Dressed in a stylish swimsuit, Osas fla
  • Nigerian Woman Accuses Ex-Partner of Ritual Plot and Child Kidnapping(Video + Photos)

    .. Nigerian Woman Accuses Ex-Partner of Ritual Plot and Child Kidnapping(Video + Photos)

     A Nigerian woman has taken to social media to publicly denounce her child’s father, accusing him of attempting to use her for a money ritual and facilitating the kidnapping of their three-year-old child.  In a viral TikTok post, the woman alleged that she endured years of physical and emotional abuse in the relationship, claiming that her f
  • "Marlian Records Introduced Me To Drugs, They Were Too Gangster" – Fabian Blu (Video)

    .. "Marlian Records Introduced Me To Drugs, They Were Too Gangster" – Fabian Blu (Video)

     Nigerian singer Fabian Blu has made shocking revelations about his time at Marlian Records, alleging that he was introduced to drugs and faced exploitation while under the label owned by rapper Naira Marley.  In a recent interview on *With Chude*, Fabian Blu, who was signed to Marlian Records from 2020 to 2022, described his experience as suf
  • Adesua Etomi Opens Up On Battling Hyperemesis, Husband’s Cancer Scare in 2024

    .. Adesua Etomi Opens Up On Battling Hyperemesis, Husband’s Cancer Scare in 2024

     Celebrated Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi has described 2024 as a traumatic year, revealing details of her health struggles and her husband Banky Wellington’s battle with cancer as she marked her birthday.  In a heartfelt Instagram post, the award-winning actress shared that she endured months of illness due to hyperemesis while pregnant, a
  • President Tinubu Approves Relocation of 29 Correctional Centres to Improve Prison Conditions

    . President Tinubu Approves Relocation of 29 Correctional Centres to Improve Prison Conditions

     President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country as part of efforts to modernize prison infrastructure and improve conditions for inmates and staff.  The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the decision on Friday during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bull
  • Police Arrest Man & Friend For Alleged Abuse & Impregnation Of Stepdaughter

    . Police Arrest Man & Friend For Alleged Abuse & Impregnation Of Stepdaughter

     The Lagos State Police Command has taken into custody a 38-year-old man and his accomplice for allegedly defiling and impregnating his 14-year-old stepdaughter. According to CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the police command, the suspects reportedly conspired to sexually abuse the teenager in the Okokomaiko area. The distressing incide
  • Fire Guts MTN Booster Station at University Of Ibadan

    . Fire Guts MTN Booster Station at University Of Ibadan

     A telecommunications booster station belonging to MTN at the University of Ibadan was severely damaged by fire in the early hours of Saturday following an electrical surge.  The facility, located beside the Faculty of Nursing, was engulfed in flames around 4:00 a.m., affecting vital telecommunications equipment, including a Mikano electrical
  • "My Trauma Stemmed From My Parents Being Famous" – Music Video Director, Clarence Peters

    . "My Trauma Stemmed From My Parents Being Famous" – Music Video Director, Clarence Peters

     Celebrated music video director Clarence Peters has revealed the deep emotional struggles he faced growing up as the son of Afro-Juju icon Shina Peters and Nollywood veteran Clarion Chukwurah.  In a recent interview, Clarence admitted that being raised in the shadow of his famous parents left him with emotional trauma, making him uncomfortabl
  • Adamawa Govt, Police Investigate Alleged Torture Of Student, Jaafar Bashiru Over Mango

    . Adamawa Govt, Police Investigate Alleged Torture Of Student, Jaafar Bashiru Over Mango

     Authorities in Adamawa State have launched an investigation into the alleged brutal flogging of a secondary school student, Jaafar Bashiru, by his teacher at Aliyu Mustafa Academy, Jimeta.  According to reports, Bashiru was subjected to severe punishment for eating a mango within the school premises, leaving him with visible injuries. His fat
  • NAFDAC Uncovers Banned Drugs Hidden in Onitsha Market

    . NAFDAC Uncovers Banned Drugs Hidden in Onitsha Market

     The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered large quantities of banned and unregistered drugs concealed inside plumbing material shops at the Bridgehead Drug Market in Onitsha.  The agency made the revelation in a post on its X account, sharing a video of the raid that led to the seizure of two trai
  • 19-year-Old Boy, Oluwaferanmi Olasupo Drowns In Abandoned Quarry Pool in Ogun State

    .. 19-year-Old Boy, Oluwaferanmi Olasupo Drowns In Abandoned Quarry Pool in Ogun State

     Tragedy struck in Eseke Village, Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State, as a 19-year-old boy, Oluwaferanmi Olasupo, drowned in an abandoned quarry pool while swimming with friends.  The incident occurred on Friday, February 21, 2025, when the teenager, reportedly an inexperienced swimmer, entered the water. His disappearance sparked immed
  • Chaos As Policeman Shoots Immigration Officer In Niger

    .. Chaos As Policeman Shoots Immigration Officer In Niger

     A routine police patrol turned violent on Friday when hoodlums attacked officers recovering suspected stolen materials, leaving an immigration officer wounded in the process.  The incident, which occurred around 12:30 p.m. near the Obasanjo Complex in Minna, involved a surveillance team from the 'A' Division Police Command led by AS
  • 23-year-old Man, Hashimu Sani Stabs Another, Musa Bala To Death In Niger Community

    . 23-year-old Man, Hashimu Sani Stabs Another, Musa Bala To Death In Niger Community

     Police in Niger State have arrested a 23-year-old man, Hashimu Sani, for allegedly stabbing 20-year-old Musa Bala to death in Kotonkoro village.According to eyewitnesses, Sani had been boasting about his ability to kill without consequences before carrying out the attack.PPRO Wasiu Abiodun confirmed the arrest, stating that officers attached to th
  • Police Arrest Three Over Attempt To Harvest Foetus For Ritual in Niger State

    . Police Arrest Three Over Attempt To Harvest Foetus For Ritual in Niger State

     In a shocking development, three young Nigerians have been arrested in Minna, Niger State, for allegedly attempting to remove a six-month-old foetus for ritual purposes.  The suspects, identified as Martha Andrew, James Luka, and Johnson John, reportedly lured a pregnant woman from the Rafin-Yashin area of Minna to a hotel along the Eastern B
  • Nigeria Customs Intercepts Nearly Two Tonnes Of Cannabis In Lagos Seizure Worth N398m

    . Nigeria Customs Intercepts Nearly Two Tonnes Of Cannabis In Lagos Seizure Worth N398m

     The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Western Marine Command, has intercepted a massive consignment of cannabis sativa, weighing 1,958 kilograms, with an estimated duty-paid value of ₦398 million.In a statement released on Friday, February 21, the command’s Public Relations Officer, Lomba Benjamin, confirmed the seizure, describing it as one of t
  • Bandits Attack Commuter Bus On Sokoto-minna Highway, Kill Two

    . Bandits Attack Commuter Bus On Sokoto-minna Highway, Kill Two

     Two passengers were killed and several others injured when armed bandits ambushed a commercial bus traveling from Sokoto to Minna. The attack occurred near a known bandit hideout along the highway, sparking fresh concerns over road safety in the region.Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported the incident on his official X handle, detailing how t
  • Federal Government Scraps Visa-on-arrival Policy, Cites Security Concerns

    . Federal Government Scraps Visa-on-arrival Policy, Cites Security Concerns

     The Federal Government has abolished the Visa-on-Arrival policy, emphasizing that Nigeria will not become a sanctuary for criminals, and pledging a more secure and automated immigration system.Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the decision, describing the policy as ineffective and prone to abuse. He noted that authorities had
  • Nollywood Veteran, John Amaefule Hospitalized After Suffering Stroke (Photos + Video)

    .. Nollywood Veteran, John Amaefule Hospitalized After Suffering Stroke (Photos + Video)

     Renowned Nollywood actor John Amaefule has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke, prompting an outpouring of concern from fans and colleagues within the film industry.The alarming news was disclosed by Nollywood producer Stanley Okereke, who took to Instagram to reveal the actor’s condition and appeal for financial assistance to cover his m
  • Court Jails Cooperative Society CEO, Uno Michael Eke Over N2billion Fraud

    . Court Jails Cooperative Society CEO, Uno Michael Eke Over N2billion Fraud

     The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Uno Michael Eke, Chief Executive Officer of Micheno Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, for a large-scale fraud scheme involving N2 billion.A Federal High Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, on Saturday sentenced Eke to one year imprisonment after he pleaded
  • Two Catholic Priests Abducted In Adamawa State, Police Launch Manhunt

    . Two Catholic Priests Abducted In Adamawa State, Police Launch Manhunt

     Two Catholic priests were abducted from their residence in Numan, Adamawa State, in the early hours of Saturday by suspected kidnappers, prompting a swift response from law enforcement authorities.The Adamawa State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that Reverend Father Mathew David Dusami of the Yola Catholic Diocese and Reverend Fath
  • Final Year Nursing Student, Awele Agatha Eluemunor Killed In Tragic Accident Involving Learner Driver

    .. Final Year Nursing Student, Awele Agatha Eluemunor Killed In Tragic Accident Involving Learner Driver

     Tragedy struck in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State when Awele Agatha Eluemunor, a final-year student at Delta State College of Nursing, Agbor, was fatally hit by an inexperienced driver.The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, when a first-year student of the University of Delta (Unidel), under the guidan
  • Kidnappers Threaten To Kill Afenifere Youth Leader, Joseph Ojajuni Within 48 Hours If ₦100M Ransom Is Not Paid (Audio)

    . Kidnappers Threaten To Kill Afenifere Youth Leader, Joseph Ojajuni Within 48 Hours If ₦100M Ransom Is Not Paid (Audio)

     The abductors of Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, the National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, have issued a chilling 48-hour ultimatum, threatening to take his life if their demand for a N100 million ransom is not met.A voice recording obtained by SaharaReporters has revealed tense negotiations between Ojajuni’s family and the kidnappe
  • 52-Year-Old Man, Harry Collins Arrested For Impersonating Police Officer In Ogun

    . 52-Year-Old Man, Harry Collins Arrested For Impersonating Police Officer In Ogun

     The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old man, identified as Harry Collins, for allegedly **impersonating a police officer while fully dressed in a sergeant's uniform.  Collins was apprehended on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at around 2:10 PM during a routine patrol led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police along Long Br
  • ABC Transport Heiress, Ihuoma Nneji Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Verydarkman

    .. ABC Transport Heiress, Ihuoma Nneji Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Verydarkman

     Ihuoma Nneji, daughter of the founder of ABC Transport Company, has filed a defamation lawsuit against social media critic **Verydarkman** over alleged false claims made against her.  The lawsuit follows recent accusations by Verydarkman, who alleged tha t **Nneji misrepresented herself as an American travel nurse instead of a care worker**
  • Runaway Driver Flees As Loose Tyre Kills Truck Driver, Auwalu Abdulkadir In Ogun State

    . Runaway Driver Flees As Loose Tyre Kills Truck Driver, Auwalu Abdulkadir In Ogun State

     A tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has claimed the life of a truck driver, Auwalu Abdulkadir, after he was struck by a loose tyre from a moving vehicle at Kara Under Bridge on Friday, February 21, 2025.  The incident involved a Kia commercial bus with registration number **LAGOS MUS 200 YE**, whose driver—yet to be identified�
  • Court Orders Police Not To Rearrest Crypto Entrepreneur, Obol Jesam Michael

    . Court Orders Police Not To Rearrest Crypto Entrepreneur, Obol Jesam Michael

     A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Abuja has issued a directive preventing the Inspector General of Police from rearresting cryptocurrency entrepreneur Obol Jesam Michael after authorities failed to justify his continued detention.  Michael, who was arrested in connection with cryptocurrency-related matters, has been in po

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