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One Person Dead, Passengers Hospitalised In Delta accident

An Okada rider was confirmed dead, and three others hospitalised even as a driver escaped lynching by an angry mob after a truck rammed into his vehicle while driving against traffic in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State.The incident which was confirmed by the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe led to

VIDEOS: Ayra Starr, Rema, Asake, Kizz Daniel, Lil Wayne Perform At Afro Nation Detroit

Afrobeats is enjoying international success with Nigerian superstars winning notable awards, collaborating with global stars, and headlining iconic festivals and concerts.On August 17 - 18, 2024, the popular Afrobeats music festival Afro Nation occurred in Detroit, USA.Nigerian superstars Ayra Starr, Rema, Kizz Daniel, Adekunle Gold, and Asake wer
Daniel Regha Blasts Davido's Father Over N1 Billion Church Donation

Popular media personality Daniel Regha has publicly criticized Adedeji Adeleke, the father of Nigerian music star Davido, for donating 1 billion naira to a church.Adeleke made the generous donation to the Centenary Endowment Fund of a Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) Church in Lagos.The announcement was made during a thanksgiving service on Sunday

Presidential Jet Seizure: Be Careful Signing Foreign Contracts – Shehu Sani Warns Governors

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has cautioned Nigerian state governors signing contracts with foreign companies.Sani cautioned state governors to be careful when signing contracts with foreign firms to avoid the confiscation of Nigerians owned jets and assets.Posting on X, the former lawmaker wrote: “All the State Governors signing c
Angry Mob Sets Car On Fire Over Pedestrian’s Death In Ogun Auto Crash

A fatal accident on Akarigbo Road, Sabo, Sagamu, Ogun State, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, resulted in the death of an unidentified pedestrian and sparked significant unrest.The incident occurred around 11:30 am when a Toyota vehicle, travelling towards Kara, lost control and collided with a Bajaj motorcycle.The force of the collision threw both the

Tragedy As Abducted Police Officer Found Dead In Plateau

The mobile police officer who was abducted around Kampani community in Bashar District of Wase local government area of Plateau State has been found dead.The deceased and a soldier were said to be part of the security team fighting bandits terrorizing a community that shares a border with Taraba State.They were said to be ambushed around the Kampa
Comedian AY Makun Expresses Gratitude On His Birthday

Comedian Ay Makun has expressed gratitude to his maker as he turns a year older todayTaking to his Instagram page to celebrate his special day, he wrote; ”I’m embracing the day and celebrating my life, which is full of hope, joy, and happiness.As I celebrate another year of life, I thank God for His grace, His love, and His peace.Thank you, Go

NDLEA Proposes Mandatory Drug Tests For Tertiary Admission

The Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kwara State command, Hajia Fatima Abiola-Popoola, has urged the National Universities Commission to make drug tests a requirement for admission into tertiary institutionsThe commander, while answering questions from journalists in Ilorin, on Sunday, said students should pass drug tests bef
Oyo State APC Chairman, Isaac Omodewu Dies In America

The chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Barr. Isaac Omodewu, is reportedly dead.Details surrounding his death are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.According to report, Omodewu was said to have died in the United States of America (USA).

Destiny Etiko Denies Car Gift From Colleague, Omotola Jalade’s Husband

Nollywood actress, Destiny Etiko has reacted to rumour making the rounds that Captain Matthew Ekeinde, the husband of colleague Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, recently bought a car for her “The last I checked, 99.9 percent of what I’ve achieved in my life I freaking did it myself with my full chest.“I don’t know why some people are bitter,” sh
Actress, Ronke Odusanya Celebrates Daughter With Sweet Message As She Turns 5

Actress Ronke Odusanya- Ididowo is celebrating her daughter, Fifehanmi as she turns 5The proud mum prayed for her mini -me on her special day writing; ”Happy 5th Birthday to Mini me!Five years ago, you came into my life and filled it with more joy and love than I ever imagined possible. Watching you grow into the bright, kind, and curious little

Ex Football Official In China, Li Yuyi Sentenced To 11Years Imprisonment For Corruption

The former vice president of the Chinese Football Association, Li Yuyi, has been sentenced to 11 years imprisonment by a Chinese court for taking bribes or gifts in exchange for favours, state news agency Xinhua reported on Monday, August 19.The prosecutors had accused him of abusing his previously held positions at the Chinese Football Associatio
2Face's Babymama, Pero Osaiyemi Overwhelmed With Joy As Partner Wows Her With Birthday Gift

Renowned mother of legendary singer 2face Idibia’s seven children, Pero Osaiyemi, has been gushing in her praise for her partner after receiving a lavish birthday surprise.The mother of four celebrated her special day on August 18th, and the emotional moment was shared with her followers through a social media post.In the video, Pero is seen ove

Davido Speaks After Hus Dad Donates N1bn To C&S Church

Famous Afrobeat musician Davido has reacted to his father’s N1 billion donation to a church.Gistmania reports that the singer’s father, Adedeji Adeleke, on Sunday donated N1 billion to the Centenary Endowment Fund of the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) Church.He made the donation in memory of his mother, Esther Adeleke, during her remembrance
Court Adjourns VeryDarkMan, Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin’s Miracle Products Case

The Federal Capital Territory High Court has adjourned the lawsuit between social media influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan’ Otse and Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin of the Deliverance Mercy Land International Ministry, Warri, Delta State.Gistmania reported that Mr Fufeyin sued ‘VeryDarkMan’ for N1 billion after publicly questioning the legitimacy of

Court Sent Husband, Three Hitmen To Life Imprisonment For Murder Of His Wife, Biz Partner In SA

The Limpopo High Court Polokwane, on Friday, August 16, 2024, sentenced a man and three hitmen to life imprisonment almost four years after the killing of two Johannesburg businesswomen.Stanley Thabo Leshabane (58), Mbekelezi Ndodo Buthelezi (28), Emmanuel Thembelani Dlamini(33), and Bhekizenzo Sfiso Phiyose(36), were sentenced to life imprisonmen
Singer, Omah Lay Opens Up About Feeling Unloved Even With Family And Fan Support

Omah Lay, the celebrated Afrobeats artist, has recently shared his struggles within the music industry, revealing feelings of being unloved and undervalued by both media and industry insiders. Despite the support from his fans, family, and team, he often feels isolated and disconnected from the broader industry.In a candid interview with Amazon Mu

Report Reveal Presidential Jet Purchased For Tinubu Was Done Without National Assembly Approval

According to a new report, there was no approval from the National Assembly before the procurement of the new presidential jet for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.Recall that in June, Premium Times had alleged that the Nigerian government had acquired an Airbus A330 aircraft from a German bank.The German bank had seized the aircraft from an unnamed Ar
Moment Taxi Driver Grabs Woman’s Hair As She Attempts To Commit Suicide On Bridge

A video has captured the moment a taxi driver a taxi driver stopped a 56-year-old woman from jumping off the Atal Setu Bridge, also known as the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link in Mumbai, India, by grabbing her hair.The incident, which took place on Friday, August 16, was captured on the bridge’s security cameras.The woman, identified by the police as

VIDEO; Indian Man Arrested After Throwing 2Yr Old Into A Drain After Failed Rape Attempt

A 2-year-old girl was allegedly kidnapped by a 20-year-old man in India.The suspect attempted to rape the victim and threw her into a drain when the girl's family chased after him.The girl's body was found in the drain on Saturday morning, August 17, 2024.The incident happened on late Friday, when the suspect identified as Moish abducted
Two Shops Engulf With Fire, Destroying Properties In Anambra Market

Two shops were gutted by fire in the early hours of Sunday at the mainline of Mgbuka Obosi Market in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra.It was reported that many stores and shops in the market were saved from flames by firefighters.The Chief Fire Officer, Anambra Fire Service, Chukwudi Chiketa, confirmed the incident to newsmen in Onit

How Gunmen Invade Enugu College, Abduct Five Students

Armed men have abducted five students from the Enugu State College of Health Technology in the Oji River Local Government Area.It was gathered that the incident occurred as the students were leaving the school premises.Enugu State Police Public Relations Officer, Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday, saying that the attac
Missing Kwara Student Who Was Deceived By Boyfriend, Found Dead

A female student from the Kwara State College of Health in Offa, who was reported missing last week, has been found dead in a bush.The victim was reportedly deceived by her boyfriend, Promise Ogunse, who lured her with a false promise of buying her an iPhone in Ilorin.Promise Ogunse and his father, Prophet Adeniyi Adebayo (aka Ogunse) of The Light

Jamaican Reggae Legend Buju Banton Reveals Igbo Heritage

In a recent episode of the ‘Drink Champs’ podcast, Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton made a surprising revelation about his heritage. The legendary artist disclosed that he has Igbo roots, tracing his lineage back to Nigeria.During the podcast, co-hosted by N.O.R.E and DJ EFN, Banton explained that his tribe, the Maroons, originated from the Ig
Man Married For 20 Years Advises Men Never To Allow Their Wife Be Friends To A Divorced Woman

A Nigerian man, Engr Francis has urged married men not to allow their wives to make friends with divorced women.The man who claimed he was ‘happily married’ for 20 years, gave the advice while responding to one Nna Anyi Chibuikem's comment under a divorced lady's Facebook post on Sunday.Nna Anyi was reacting after a woman stated that

Ex-First Bank Official, Adesuwa Ezenwa Accuses Billionaire Oba Otudeko Of Massive Fraud

A former employee of First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Adesuwa Ezenwa, has accused billionaire industrialist Oba Otudeko of massive fraud during his time as chairman of FBN Holdings Plc, the parent company of the bank.Bisi Onasanya, the bank’s managing director/chief executive officer at the time, was also named in the allegations.Mrs Ezenwa, who t
Kano Gov Yusuf Reacts To Claim Of Awarding Contracts To Kwankwaso’s Brother

Gov Abba Yusuf of Kano State has dismissed reports that he awarded contracts to one Musa Garba Kwankwaso, who is said to be a brother to the 2023 presidential candidate of the NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso.Kwankwaso who at different times was defence minister and a senator was twice governor of the Kano State.He is instrumental to Yusuf’s emergence as K
'My Husband’s Calling As Shepherd Almost Broke Our Marriage' – Actress Bidemi Kosoko Reveals

Popular Yoruba actress, Bidemi Kosoko, has spoken about how her husband’s calling as a Shepherd in a church almost destroyed their marriage.The movie star, in an interview with her colleague, Biola Adebayo, on her YouTube show, said she didn’t meet her husband as a shepherd and that seeing herself as the wife of a pastor wasn't something
"I Receive Threat Calls Over My Reforms In Power Sector" - Minister, Adelabu

Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power has disclosed that he receives calls threatening him over his progress in the sector.He also stated that in less than a year his reforms in the power sector have added more than 1,000MW of electricity to the capacity of the national grid.The minister disclosed this on Saturday during Fresh FM’s ‘Political
Man Kills His Pet And Uses It To Prepare A Meal For His Friends On His Birthday

A Nigerian man has raised eyebrows after he disclosed that he killed his pet cat to prepare a meal for his friends to celebrate his birthday.Posting photos of a cat as well as the pot of food he made he stated that there is nothing to celebrate in the country if you are not the child of a politician.He wrote; ‘’There’s nothing to celebrate i