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  • Death Toll Rises To 56, As Meningitis Takes Over Kebbi State

    . Death Toll Rises To 56, As Meningitis Takes Over Kebbi State

     Kebbi State Government, yestersday, confirmed that out of 17 samples sent to National Laboratory Reference Centre, Abuja, five samples have returned positive, which is the confirmation of meningitis outbreak in Kebbi.Speaking in Birnin Kebbi, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Kebbi State, Dr. Shehu Koko said at least 56 persons hava die
  • Six Persons Dead, Many Injured In Abuja Ghastly Accident

    . Six Persons Dead, Many Injured In Abuja Ghastly Accident

     At least six people have been confirmed dead in the accident that occurred in the Karu area of Abuja on Wednesday night.It was reported how the accident left hundreds of people stranded in the city centre of the Nigerian capital. The accident led to a roadblock and vehicles were seen burning on the road. Most of the stranded people lived in the ar
  • 'Late Singer, Mohbad's Brother And Friend Reportedly Arrested By Police

    . 'Late Singer, Mohbad's Brother And Friend Reportedly Arrested By Police

     The younger brother of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police on the premises of the Magistrates’ Court in the Ogba area of Lagos StateAdura was said to have been whisked away on Wednesday alongside his friend, Ibrahim Koleosho, aka King White, shortly after attending a legal proceedi
  • Rainstorm Destroys Ogun School, Kills Student, Timothy Amosun

    . Rainstorm Destroys Ogun School, Kills Student, Timothy Amosun

     A 14-year-old boy, Timothy Amosun, in Junior Secondary School 3, has died after a rainstorm destroyed Mayigi Community Comprehensive High School in Ilase, Ogun State.The Ogun government confirmed the incident on Wednesday through a statement by Lekan Adeniran, chief press secretary to Gov. Dapo Abiodun.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that
  • Actress, Foluke Daramola Mourns Loss Of Mother

    . Actress, Foluke Daramola Mourns Loss Of Mother

     Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola has announced the passing of her mother, Rev. (Mrs.) Aderonke Daramola (née Oshobu).The actress shared the news on her social media page on Tuesday, posting a video montage of her late mother’s photos.Captioning the post, she wrote, “My mum is gone,” with a crying emoji.Reports indicate that Daramola’s
  • Yul Edochie Abandons Pastorship, Reverts To Traditional Worshipper, Reveals How God Led Him

    . Yul Edochie Abandons Pastorship, Reverts To Traditional Worshipper, Reveals How God Led Him

     Controversial actor, Yul Edochie explains why he abandoned his ministry to become a traditional worshipper.It would be recalled that in 2023, Yul Edochie revealed that he was divinely inspired to begin his own ministry.He and his partner, Judy Austin had ran the ministry online till the first months of 2024 before he switched to becoming a traditi
  • Akpabio Applauds Tinubu, Says When Tinubu Is Done With Nigeria, Many Will Not Recognize It

    . Akpabio Applauds Tinubu, Says When Tinubu Is Done With Nigeria, Many Will Not Recognize It

     The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has applauded President Tinubu for his leadership style and vision of ruling the country.Speaking during a public event,  GodswillAkpabio commended President Tinubu while highlighting his track record of development, especially in Lagos.Godswill Akpabio further disclosed that the visions and policies of
  • “You Are Big For Nothing” – Portable Blasts Saheed Osupa For Taking Down His Song

    . “You Are Big For Nothing” – Portable Blasts Saheed Osupa For Taking Down His Song

     Nigerian street-hop singer, Portable has publicly criticized veteran Fuji musician Saheed Osupa for taking down his song from streaming platforms over alleged copyright infringement.In a viral Instagram video on Wednesday, Portable lashed out at Osupa for reporting his song, leading to its removal from Spotify and Apple Music.The controversy arose
  • It's Been Contained! NNPC Speaks On Alleged Explosion At Port Harcourt Refinery

    . It's Been Contained! NNPC Speaks On Alleged Explosion At Port Harcourt Refinery

     The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has dismissed claims of an explosion at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) in Rivers State, clarifying that the incident was a minor flare issue that has been fully resolved.In a statement on Wednesday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, described the r
  • It’ll Be Difficult For Tinubu To Get Majority Votes Over State Of Emergency - Senator Dickson

    . It’ll Be Difficult For Tinubu To Get Majority Votes Over State Of Emergency - Senator Dickson

     The Senator representing Bayelsa west in the national assembly, Seriake Dickson has said that it would be difficult for the National Assembly to get the vote needed to pass President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State.The lawmaker said he would be very surprised if the declaration of the state of emergency by President T
  • Atiku Urges Nigerian Govt To Treat Tanker Explosion As National Emergency

    . Atiku Urges Nigerian Govt To Treat Tanker Explosion As National Emergency

     Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar has called on the federal government to expedite actions and treat the problem of tanker explosions in the country as a national emergency.Atiku, in a post on his Facebook page on Wednesday night, was reacting to the tanker explosion on the Abuja-Keffi road.It was reported that a petrol-laden tanker exploded a
  • VIDEO: Pastor Flogs Mother Openly Because She Slapped Her Son For Running Around in Church

    . VIDEO: Pastor Flogs Mother Openly Because She Slapped Her Son For Running Around in Church

     A viral video has sparked outrage online after a pastor openly flogged a woman in church because she slapped her son for running around during a service.In the footage, the woman is seen disciplining her child when the pastor intervenes, taking a cane and publicly flogging her as a form of punishment. The incident has led to mixed reactions, with
  • I Regret Inviting Portable to My Show - Speed Darlington Says As He Calls Out The Singer (VID)

    . I Regret Inviting Portable to My Show - Speed Darlington Says As He Calls Out The Singer (VID)

     Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has publicly called out his colleague Habeeb Olalomi Badmus, aka Portable, for allegedly insulting his mother. The controversy erupted after Speed Darlington invited Portable to perform at his upcoming concert, scheduled for April 13, 2025. According to Speed Darlington, Portab
  • Police Inspector K!lled During Gun Battle With Bandits in Benue

    . Police Inspector K!lled During Gun Battle With Bandits in Benue

     Operatives of the Benue State Police Command Joint Security Taskforce code named Operation Zenda, have k!lled 11 bandits suspected to be armed herders.It was, however, gathered that the command unfortunately lost one of its officers identified as Inspector Terfa Barnabas Anyiatse during the gun duel.The operatives of Operation Zenda, while respond
  • Bauchi State Accountant General Lands In EFCC Net Over N70B Fraud

    . Bauchi State Accountant General Lands In EFCC Net Over N70B Fraud

     Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested the Accountant General of Bauchi State, Sirajo Jaja, over allegations of money laundering and public fund diversion amounting to N70 billion.Jaja was taken into custody in Abuja on Wednesday, March 19, alongside an unlicensed Bureau De Change operator, Aliyu Abubakar o
  • Mohbad's Mum Cries Out For Help As Armed Men Abduct Late Singer's Brother, Adura

    . Mohbad's Mum Cries Out For Help As Armed Men Abduct Late Singer's Brother, Adura

     Abosede Aloba, mother of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, is distressed, pleading for urgent assistance to rescue Adura, Mohbad’s younger brother.According to SaharaReporters, Adura was abducted on Wednesday afternoon by unidentified armed men, suspected to be police officers, as he was leaving the Magistrates Court in O
  • Constituents Cry Foul, Reveal How They Were Deceived into Signing Sen. Natasha's Recall (VID)

    . Constituents Cry Foul, Reveal How They Were Deceived into Signing Sen. Natasha's Recall (VID)

     Recent reports indicate that some constituents in Kogi Central Senatorial District have initiated a recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, expressing dissatisfaction with her representation. The recall process involves collecting signatures across polling units in the five local government areas of the district. However, there ha
  • Africa Best Player, Lookman Vows Super Eagles Will Deliver Against Rwanda In 2026 WCQ

    . Africa Best Player, Lookman Vows Super Eagles Will Deliver Against Rwanda In 2026 WCQ

     Ademola Lookman has said that the Super Eagles are not under pressure to beat the Amavubi of Rwanda,Eric Chelle’s side are winless after four games in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series.The Super Eagles face Rwanda in a must-win Group C encounter at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali, on Friday.Lookman acknowledged that the three-time African ch
  • Kogi Central Constituents Begin Recall Process Sen. Natasha, Following Her Suspension From Senate (VID)

    . Kogi Central Constituents Begin Recall Process Sen. Natasha, Following Her Suspension From Senate (VID)

     Constituents in Kogi Central senatorial district of Kogi State, today March 19, began a recall process against their lawmaker in the Senate, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, citing their lack of confidence in her representation and dissatisfaction in the discharge of her duties as their representative in the green chambers.The process is reportedl
  • Reactions as BurnaBoy’s & Sophia Egbueje’s Lambo Saga Appears As Exam Question in UNIPORT

    . Reactions as BurnaBoy’s & Sophia Egbueje’s Lambo Saga Appears As Exam Question in UNIPORT

     The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) recently featured the controversy between Nigerian singer Burna Boy and socialite Sophia Egbueje as an examination question for its law students. The question revolved around an alleged agreement where Burna Boy promised to buy Sophia a Lamborghini in exchange for a one-night stand, a promise he reportedly
  • Skitmaker, Egungun of Lagos And His Fiancee Welcome Their First Child Together

    . Skitmaker, Egungun of Lagos And His Fiancee Welcome Their First Child Together

     Popular Nigerian content creator, Egungun of Lagos, and his wife, Patosha, have welcomed their first child, sparking excitement among fans and industry colleagues.The content creator shared the exciting news in an Instagram post, accompanied with baby bump photos.According to Egungun of Lagos, the newborn is a baby girl named Nala, born in love an
  • VIDEO: Serious Scare as Tanker Explosion Rocks Karu Bridge in Abuja Leaving Many Dead

    . VIDEO: Serious Scare as Tanker Explosion Rocks Karu Bridge in Abuja Leaving Many Dead

     A petrol-laden tanker exploded earlier today at Karu Bridge along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Road in Abuja, resulting in a tragic incident that has claimed multiple lives and destroyed numerous vehicles. The explosion occurred during the evening rush hour, causing a massive fire that engulfed at least 30 vehicles. Emergency responders, including pers
  • VIDEO: AGF, Lateef Fagbemi Briefs Media on Rivers State of Emergency, Gov Fubara's Suspension

    . VIDEO: AGF, Lateef Fagbemi Briefs Media on Rivers State of Emergency, Gov Fubara's Suspension

     Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu's recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, which led to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the state's House of Assembly for six months.
  • Dangote Refinery Suspends Sale Of Petrol In Naira As Crude Deal With NNPC Stalls

    . Dangote Refinery Suspends Sale Of Petrol In Naira As Crude Deal With NNPC Stalls

    As the naira-for-crude talks between Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited failed to progress, the former has resolved to stop selling petroleum products in naira.This development implies that the refinery will not be loading petroleum products for the Nigerian market as it currently sources its crude stock in dollar
  • INC Rejects Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers

    . INC Rejects Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers

     The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as hasty, lopsided, and unconstitutional.Prof. Benjamin Okaba, the President of the INC faulted President Tinubu’s move in an exclusive interview with Vanguard on Tuesday night in Yenagoa.According
  • Old Photos Of Wike And Rivers Interim Governor, Ibas Sparks Controversy

    . Old Photos Of Wike And Rivers Interim Governor, Ibas Sparks Controversy

     An old photograph of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, shaking hands with Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) has ignited intense debate on social media.The resurfaced image, shared by Journalist KC on Facebook, shows Wike and Ibas—now appointed as the administrator of Rivers State
  • Justin Bieber Fuels Divorce Rumor After Video Resurfaces Telling Wife Hailey ‘Not To Touch’ Him

    . Justin Bieber Fuels Divorce Rumor After Video Resurfaces Telling Wife Hailey ‘Not To Touch’ Him

     As Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Bieber’s marriage is speculated to be on the rocks, nosy netizens have been theorizing the supposed cause of their rumored downfallEagle-eyed pop culture enthusiasts have been analyzing JB’s past interviews and throwback couple’s photos of the Biebers, attempting to pinpoint the reported breakdown of thei
  • Hilda Dokubo Blasts President Tinubu Over State Of Emergency In Rivers

    . Hilda Dokubo Blasts President Tinubu Over State Of Emergency In Rivers

     Hilda Dokubo has strongly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency in Rivers StateTinubu’s decision, announced on Tuesday, led to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the state’s House of Assembly for six months. Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) has been appointed
  • Mohbad’s Father Seek Court Order To Quash DPP’s Advice On Son’s Death

    . Mohbad’s Father Seek Court Order To Quash DPP’s Advice On Son’s Death

     Joseph Aloba, father of the late music star, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (a.k.a Mohbad), has filed a suit at the High Court of Lagos State over the de.ath of his sonThe Attorney-General and Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) are the first and second respondents in the suit, file number ID/6197MJR/2025.Aloba, through his lawyer, Dr. Wahab Shittu (
  • Portable Claps Back At Ijoba Lande Over Wife’s Infidelity Scandal

    . Portable Claps Back At Ijoba Lande Over Wife’s Infidelity Scandal

     Portable has responded to Ijoba Lande’s viral video, where he called out the singer for referencing his wife’s infidelity scandal in a songPortable fired back at Lande, questioning his decision to prostrate to Nollywood actor Baba Tee, who admitted to sleeping with Lande’s wife, Darasimi, during a Truth or Dare game.Portable accused Lande of

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