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![NNPCL Denies Reports of Port Harcourt Refinery Shutdown, Confirms Ongoing Operations]()
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted claims circulating in the media that the Port Harcourt Refinery, which resumed operations in November 2024, has been shut down . In a statement released today, the national oil company assured the public that the newly rehabilitated refinery remains fully functional.Reports s![.]()
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![Actor, Williams Uchemba, Gifts Wife a Rolex Watch as a Push Present Following Birth of 2nd Baby]()
Williams Uchemba, the popular Nigerian actor, recently surprised his wife, Brunella, with a luxurious Rolex watch as a push present. This thoughtful gift came just weeks after they welcomed their second child, a baby boy named Ethan, on December 9. In a heartwarming video shared on Instagram, Uchemba captured his wife's delighted reaction to![.]()
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![Tonto Dikeh Shares Heartwarming Christmas Photos With Son, King Andre]()
Actress Tonto Dikeh has embraced the holiday spirit by sharing a heartwarming Christmas post featuring herself and her son, King Andre. The festive photos, shared on Instagram, captured the duo enjoying the season together in a moment of joy and togetherness.In her caption, Tonto Dikeh reflected on the true meaning of Christmas, writing: “Seaso![.]()
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![Three Olabisi Onabanjo University Students Die In Tragic Accident On Ilisan-Ago-Iwoye Road]()
A tragic road accident claimed the lives of three students from Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, on Friday, December 20, 2024, along the Ilisan-Ago-Iwoye Road. According to a statement from the Ogun State Police Command, the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. when a commercial Opel Safira vehicle, traveling at high speed, veered![.]()
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![Doris Esiokhayamhe Ogah Crowned 45th Miss Nigeria In Glamorous Lagos Ceremony]()
In a dazzling celebration of beauty, grace, and culture, Doris Esiokhayamhe Ogah, a distinguished lawyer and model from Nigeria’s South-South region, was named the 45th Miss Nigeria on Thursday, December 19, 2024.The highly anticipated pageant, which took place at the Royal Box Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, saw Ogah triumph over 19 oth![.]()
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![Etinosa Idemudia Clears The Air On Alleged Marriage To Caucasian Man, Reveals It's A Movie Stunt (Video + Photos)]()
Nigerian actress Etinosa Idemudia has finally addressed the growing speculation surrounding her alleged marriage to a Caucasian man, which had recently gone viral on social media .In a candid and lighthearted post, the actress set the record straight, revealing that the photos circulating online were not related to her personal life but were![.]()
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![Photographer Arrested By Police In Lagos For Taking Street Photos, Claims ₦100,000 Bail Demand]()
A Nigerian photographer has spoken out about his recent arrest by the police, which he claims occurred simply for taking street photographs. The incident, which has sparked outrage on social media, was shared by the photographer through a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter). According to his account, the photographer was snapping picture![.]()
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![Nigerian Navy Intercepts 19 Suspected Stowaways Attempting To Flee To Europe In Lagos]()
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft has intercepted 19 suspected stowaways attempting to illegally migrate to Europe aboard vessels in Lagos State. According to a statement released on Saturday by Lieutenant Hussaini Ibrahim, the Base Information Officer, the suspects had boarded the vessels covertly under the cover of darkness, concealing![.]()
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![Pre-Nursery Pupil, Okoronta Jessica Chuks Dies After Consuming Suspected Kerosene In Abia School; Family Demand Justice]()
A heartbreaking incident has shaken the community of Uja village in Oru Oboro, Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State, as a pre-nursery pupil, Okoronta Jessica Chuks, tragically lost her life after allegedly ingesting a harmful liquid substance at school. The father of the deceased, Mr. Okoronta Chuks, claims that his daughter died afte![.]()
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![Drama Reignites As Toyin Lawani Warns About Caroline Danjuma Amid Reality Show Return]()
Nigerian celebrity designer Toyin Lawani, CEO of Tiannah Empire, has issued a public warning about actress Caroline Danjuma as the latter makes her return to the *Real Housewives of Lagos* reality show. The warning was shared in a post on Instagram, where Lawani described Caroline as a "fire for fire" personality, while expressing excite![.]()
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![Tragedy Strikes In Okija, Anambra As Stampede Claims Lives During Rice Distribution (Video)]()
A tragic stampede on Saturday morning left several dead, including women and children, during a rice distribution event organized by Chief Dr. Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi, popularly known as Obijackson. The humanitarian effort, aimed at alleviating hunger in the community, turned fatal due to a lack of adequate crowd control measures.Videos circulati![.]()
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![Tragedy Strikes Abuja Church As Stampede Claims 10 Lives During Palliative Distribution (Photos)]()
At least 10 people, including children, lost their lives in a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday morning. Several others sustained injuries during the chaotic distribution of palliatives meant to provide relief to struggling residents.The tragic incident occurred as over 3,000 people, mainly from Mpape, Gis![.]()
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![STAMPEDE! Detained Ooni’s Ex-Queen Collapses, Hospitalised As IGP Takes Over Investigation]()
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has taken direct control of the investigation into the tragic stampede at a funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, which resulted in the death of 35 children and left six others injured. The stampede occurred as a crowd surged to gain access to the venue of the event, reportedly organized by Pr![.]()
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![Troops Nab Suspected Gunrunners, Kenneth Mayas & Bulus Yilfo In ₦1.45 Million Arms Deal Sting]()
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) arrested two suspected gunrunners in Bokkos Town, Plateau State, during a covert operation on Friday. The suspects were caught attempting to purchase an AK-47 rifle for ₦1.45 million at a hideout in the White House Hotel.The suspects, identified as 31-year-old Kenneth Mayas and 60-year-old Bulus Yilfo, both![.]()
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![Nigerian Army Uncovers Ambazonia Rebel Network & Recovers Stolen Pipelines In Taraba]()
Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have successfully apprehended four suspected members of the Ambazonia rebel group in Taraba State. The arrest, which was made on December 18, 2024, in the Takum Local Government Area, follows a series of intelligence-driven operations.According to a s![.]()
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!["Parents Of Almajiri Children Should Serve Jail Terms" — Middlebelt Leader, Pogu]()
In a recent interview with the Nigerian Tribune, Middlebelt leader Pogu has called for immediate and robust reforms to address the rising population of Almajiri children in northern Nigeria. Pogu advocates for the introduction of a law that would make education mandatory for all children, with severe penalties for parents who refuse to send their![.]()
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![Gunmen Kill Two Police Officers In Imo State Fresh Attack]()
Gunmen killed two police officers early Thursday morning in Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State, located in southeast Nigeria. The attack occurred around 6 a.m. at Umuluole Junction along the Okigwe-Umuahia Expressway.According to reports, a group of 25 armed assailants opened fire on the police operatives who were on routine patrol, resulti![.]()
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![NAFDAC Shuts Down Eight Rice Shops & Warehouse in Nasarawa Over Counterfeit Rice Distribution (Photos)]()
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken decisive action by shutting down eight rice shops and a warehouse in Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, for the production and distribution of counterfeit rice. The raid, which took place earlier this week, resulted in the seizure of over 1,600 bags of fak![.]()
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![Couple, Idongesit & Angela Akpan Arrested In Cross River For Alleged Child Trafficking Scheme]()
[size=10pt] File Photo [/size] The Cross River State Police Command on Friday paraded Idongesit Akpan and his wife, Angela, in connection with the alleged kidnapping and trafficking of children. The couple is accused of luring a woman from Obubra, Ms. Blessing Godday, under the false pretense of offering her a job.According to Commissioner of![.]()
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!["Nnamdi Kanu To Be Released, President Poisoned, Gov’s Death, Others" – Primate Ayodele Releases 2025 Prophecies]()
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has released his prophecies for 2025.In a press conference held in Lagos on Friday, Primate Ayodele presented a 95-paged booklet containing his prophecies for the year 2025.The prophet, who has always been the first to release New Year prophecies, highlighted several topical i![.]()
"Nnamdi Kanu To Be Released, President Poisoned, Gov’s Death, Others" – Primate Ayodele Releases 2025 Prophecies -
![Police Arrest Five In Delta For Stealing Luxury Vehicle From Young Shall Grow Motors]()
The Delta State Police Command has apprehended five individuals involved in the theft of a luxury vehicle owned by the logistics company, Young Shall Grow Motors. The suspects are accused of planning to dismantle and sell the vehicle within Delta State.In a media briefing on Friday, the police spokesperson, SP Edafe Bright, described the case as &![.]()
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![Tragedy Strikes In Ibadan As Fire Claims Lives Of Couple & Grandson]()
A devastating fire in the Ori-Eru, Idikan area of Ibadan, Oyo State, has resulted in the deaths of a husband, his wife, and their grandson. The fire, which occurred in the early hours of Friday, engulfed the upper floor of a storey building, leading to a tragic loss of life.Yemi Akinyinka, General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Services Agency, con![.]()
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![Delta Court Sentences Man, Obinna Eze To Death For Murder Of Six-Month-Old Baby]()
A High Court in Akwukwu-Igbo, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, has sentenced Obinna Eze to death by hanging for the murder of six-month-old Chimaobi Igwe. Eze was convicted on three charges: attempted murder, murder, and causing grievous bodily harm, under sections 320, 319, and 335 of the Criminal Code Laws of Delta Stat![.]()
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![CBN Temporarily Lifts FX Purchase Limit For BDC Operators to $25,000 Weekly]()
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a temporary policy allowing Bureau de Change (BDC) operators to purchase up to $25,000 weekly in foreign exchange (FX) from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). This move aims to address the increased demand for foreign currency during the holiday season.The directive, which was outlined in a![.]()
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![Actress, Iyabo Ojo Celebrates 47th Birthday With Grand Unveiling of Revamped Lounge & Kitchen (Photos + Video)]()
Nollywood star and business mogul Iyabo Ojo marked her 47th birthday in grand style by unveiling the newly revamped Fespris Lounge and Kitchen, a space dedicated to her two children, Festus and Priscilla. The actress, who is known for her entrepreneurial spirit, shared the exciting milestone with her followers on Instagram, showcasing the stylish![.]()
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![Lady Celebrates 27 Years Of Childlessness Broken By Uncle's Newborn Son]()
A woman has taken to social media to joyfully announce the birth of her uncle’s son after 27 years of childlessness in his marriage, expressing deep gratitude to God for the long-awaited blessing. In an emotional post shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), the woman shared her family's happiness, writing, “God has really smiled o![.]()
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!["Over 100 Children Died At Ibadan Christmas Funfair Stampede" – Victim Mother Claims]()
A tragic stampede at the Islamic High School in Bashorun, Ibadan, has claimed the lives of more than 100 people, according to a grieving mother, who spoke out on Friday at the Adeoyo State Specialist Hospital. The woman, identified as "Iya Ayomide," revealed that her three-and-a-half-year-old child was among those affected and is current![.]()
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![Tragic Accident Claims Lives Of Three Policemen & Female Suspect in Ore, Ondo State]()
In a tragic incident on Saturday, four people, including three policemen, were killed in a fatal auto accident in Ore, a commercial town in the Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State. The victims were part of a police team from the state headquarters in Akure, dispatched to arrest a female suspect when the deadly crash occurred.According to lo![.]()
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![Former Banker, Olufemi Olalekan Olushakin & Two Others Charged For Armed Robbery At Ibadan Hotel]()
A former banker turned businessman, Olufemi Olalekan Olushakin, alongside two accomplices, has been charged with armed robbery following an alleged heist at Global Signature Hotel in Ibadan, Oyo State. Olushakin, who is currently on the run, and the two suspects—Ayomide Akanbi and David Adewale—are accused of conspiring to rob the hotel on the![.]()
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![JUST IN! Fire Destroys Shops At Araromi Spare Parts Market In Ibadan, Hoodlums Disrupt Firefighting Efforts]()
A devastating fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday, December 21, at the Araromi Spare Parts Market, located at Agodi-Gate in Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying several shops and causing significant damage. The General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Service, Akinyemi Akinyinka, confirmed the incident and reported that while firefighters wo![.]()
JUST IN! Fire Destroys Shops At Araromi Spare Parts Market In Ibadan, Hoodlums Disrupt Firefighting Efforts
NNPCL Denies Reports of Port Harcourt Refinery Shutdown, Confirms Ongoing Operations
Actor, Williams Uchemba, Gifts Wife a Rolex Watch as a Push Present Following Birth of 2nd Baby
Tonto Dikeh Shares Heartwarming Christmas Photos With Son, King Andre
Photographer Arrested By Police In Lagos For Taking Street Photos, Claims ₦100,000 Bail Demand
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