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VIDEO: Verydarkman Provides Update On Speed Darlington’s Rearrest

Nigerian influencer and activist, Verydarkman has given an update on singer, Speed Darlington’s rearrest, revealing his expected release date from detention.Recall that Speed Darlington was recently rearrested by the Nigerian Police Force during a concert in Imo State.In a recent Instagram video, Verydarkman expressed gratitude to Burna Boy, rev

Odunlade Adekola Reacts To Actress, Tosin Olaniyan's Outfit To His Movie Premiere

Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola has reacted to a cleavage showing outfit worn by colleague, Tosin Olaniyan to a recent event. In the viral clip, Tosin Olaniyan could be seen showing off her huge cleavage while dancing at the event. Odunlade while reacting, prayed that God blesses everything that belongs to us. He wrote: “Happy Sunday ooooooMay
Man Calls Out Brother For Repeatedly Trying To Snatch His Girlfriends

A Nigerian man has taken to X to complain over his younger brother's bad attitude. According to him, his younger brother always attempts to snatch his girlfriends. He stated thin a post shared by X influencer @Wizarab10. The post read: “Sir I need advice. I’m 25, my yonga bro is 22. For a long time now he has dis attitude of trying to se

VIDEO; Regina Daniels Nwoko Bags A Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology

Striving for greatness often requires balancing multiple commitments, and Regina Daniels Nwoko has proven once again that determination pays off. The Nollywood actress has added another feather to her cap by earning a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Universidad Azteca in Mexico.Regina shared her excitement about this milestone on Instagram,
Funke Akindele Predicts N5 Billion Box Office Success For “Everybody Loves Jenifa” Movie

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has expressed optimism that her new movie, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” will break box office records and rake in N5 billion. Akindele made this projection in a viral video featuring some of the movie’s cast members.The actress’s prediction comes on the heels of the movie’s premiere, which wa

Nigerian Govt Disowns Ambassadorial Nominees List Circulating Online

The federal government has disowned a fake list of ambassadorial nominees circulating on the social media. The clarification was given by the acting spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa in a statement on Sunday. The Ministry was reacting to reports that the Nigerian government has released a list of ambassador
"DNA Test Should Be Abolished In Igboland" - Nigerian Man Says

A Nigerian man, Nelson Igboke, has called for DNA tests to be abolished in Igboland.The son of the former Ebonyi traditional ruler opined that the culture in Igbo land made it explicitly clear that every child born in marriage is owned by the woman's husband.Nelson stated this in a Facebook post on Monday, December 9. "The advent of DNA

'Bury Your 2027 Presidential Ambition' – PDP Chieftain Tells Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has been asked to abandon any ambition to contest in the 2027 presidential election. The call was made by the Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ebonyi State, Comrade Richard Nwafor. Nwafor, in a chat with journalists yesterday in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, suggested that the
'Only Jonathan Congratulates Election Winner Since Independence' – Shehu Sani Claims

Former Senator who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani has claimed that since independence in 1960, the only presidential candidate who congratulated the winner, Goodluck Jonathan.Gistmania recalls that immediately after the presidential election result in Ghana on Saturday was declared, the defeated Ghanaian vice president,

FCT Police Rescues Missing Child In Rivers

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Police Command has said a 4-year-old child, Hope Evans, recently declared missing in Port Harcourt, River State capital, has been found in Abuja.In a statement issued on Sunday, the command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh revealed that Hope was declared missing by his parent, one Ms Lydia Jonah Gabriel, on Oct
VID: You Were Happy About VDM's Arrest, Are You Happy Now?- Seun Kuti On Dele Farotimi's Arrest

Nigerian Afrobeat artist and activist Seun Kuti has criticised the recent arrest of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, warning against the empowerment of the police as tools of oppression.In a recent video, the singer emphasised the danger of the use of police to silence critics and stressed that such actions could have serious consequences for fr

It’s Unfair To Compare Wizkid’s Album Revenue To Osun’s IGR - Adeleke’s Aide Replies Omokri

Omokri earlier argued that Osun still needs to make progress regarding revenue generation under the Governor Adeleke-led administration.Kosile Stella, an aide to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Revenue Matters, has criticised social media critic, Reno Omokri, over his remarks on Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the South-West state.Om
'God Can Still Make You Nigerian President At 90' – SGF Akume Tells Atiku

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, George Akume, has said God can still make former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Nigerian president at the age of 90.Akume cautioned political bigwigs from the North against contesting with President Bola Tinubu in 2027.Speaking with TVC on Sunday, the S

Military Raids IPOB/ESN Camps, Recovers Amunitions, Human Skull, Others

A joint military operation has resulted in the arrest of “two suspected terrorists” and the recovery of various arms and ammunition in camps belonging to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN) in the South-East region.According to Lt. Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, spokesman for the task force, “Operation UDO KA,”
JUST IN; Afe Babalola: Court Grants Dele Farotimi N50m Bail

Human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, has been granted bail by the Ekiti State High Court.The court granted Farotimi bail in the sum of N50 million, with a surety of the same amount.The court ruled that the surety must possess a landed property and adjourned the matter to January 29, 2025, for further proceedings.Farotimi was taken to court by Chief

How Early Morning Fire Outbreak Kills Teenager In Kwara

A fire outbreak on Monday killed an 18-year-old boy at Sayi area of Alore in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.The incident was said to have occurred at about 1:30am in the early hours of Monday.A government official confirmed the incident to Leadership.As of press time, a delegation of the Kwara State Government was about to visit the scene of the

Jos Man, Gideon Simon Bags 24 Months Jail Term For Stealing Items Worth N300k

One Gideon Simon has been sentenced to 24 months imprisonment in Jos, Plateau State, for stealing one standing fan, one 12 spring mattress and a gas cylinder all valued N300,000.Simon was sentenced by An Area Court in Jos after he pleaded guilty to the offense.However, the court gave the convict an option of N300,000 fine or go to prison for 24 mo

Man Arrested After Trying To Divert Mexico-Bound Flight To US

A passenger was detained on Sunday, December 8, after allegedly attempting to divert a Mexican domestic flight to the United States, according to Volaris airline and Mexican authorities. The incident, now under investigation, led to an emergency landing at Guadalajara Airport.The flight, which had departed from El Bajío Airport en route to Tijuan
Robert Mugabe Junior's Friend Denies Leaking Former Zimbabwean President's Son's S3x Tape

Nigel Kunyeya has addressed allegations that he leaked explicit videos of his friend, Robert Mugabe Jr, on social media. Kunyeya denied involvement in the viral incident that has sparked widespread controversy.The leaked video, which shows Robert Mugabe Jr, the son of Zimbabwe's late President, in bed with two women, has drawn significant att

UK Court Blocks Deportation Of Nigerian Man As Wife Claims IVF Treatment Is Unavailable In Nigeria

A UK upper tribunal has overturned a prior ruling that halted the deportation of 43-year-old Nigerian Olutobi Ogunbawo. Ogunbawo's deportation was halted by a tribunal judge following a claim by his wife, Maria Adesanya, that they would not be able to access vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment if deported to Nigeria.Ogunbawo, who is fighting
Police React As Officer Kills Teenage Boy Over Fireworks In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has reacted to reports that its official shot dead a 17-year-old boy, Emeka Odogwu, in Ozoro community, Isoko North Local Government Area of the State.Gistmania reported that the incident happened on Saturday night, December 8, over an argument about using fireworks.The deceased was said to have attempted to escape w

Zinoleesky Reacts After Lil Smart’s Assault And Kidnapping Allegations

Nigerian singer, Zinoleesky has reacted to accusations of assault and kidnapping leveled against him by label mate, Lil Smart. In a now deleted post, Zino claimed to take legal action. Lil Smart had recently accused Naira Marley, his record label boss, and Zinoleesky, a fellow signee, of kidnapping and assault. He further threatened to expose the
President Tinubu Congratulates Ghana’s President-Elect Dramani Mahama

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama. Mahama won the country's presidential election on December 7th. In a statement released on Sunday by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Nigerian leader expressed his commendations during a phone convers

VID; Wizkid Reveals How Artistes Used To Sleep In Front Of His Gate Begging For Collaboration

Nigerian singer, Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid has spoken about how artistes sleep in front of his gate while begging for a feature.In a resurfaced interview, Wizkid recalled how numerous artists would wait outside his home, waiting to collaborate with him.As one of the most prominent musicians to emerge from Nigeria, Wizkid has consisten
VID; 'The Dogs Will Return To Their Cages When Done Barking' – Pastor Tobi Adegboyega

UK-based Nigerian Pastor, Tobi Adegboyega, has taken a swipe at his critics amid reports of an ongoing deportation case against him linked to alleged fraud.In a viral video, the founder of SPAC Nation, appeared unbothered by the allegations, sharing words of confidence while en route to preach to his congregation.In the video, the preacher was spo

Tinubu’s Foreign Travels Not Wasteful Like Past Presidents Says Shehu Sani

Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani has applauded President Bola Tinubu over his foreign travels. According to him, Tinubu’s travels to foreign countries have not been wasteful as with previous Nigerian presidents. Sani specifically noted that the President’s visit to Saudi, Brazil, France, China and South Africa has attracted ve

Lady Slams Men Who Abandon Their Kids Due to DNA Result

A Nigerian lady, Davina Algorithm has left tongues wagging on social media after slamming men who abandon their kids after DNA result shows they’re not their biological children. The lady said such a decision is not fair on the kids. According to her, women still love their children even when they discover that the child doesn’t belong to her
Residents Lament As Cash Scarcity Hits Kaduna, Kano, Katsina

With barely two weeks until Christmas and the subsequent New Year celebrations, getting cash in Kaduna, Kano, and Katsina States has become extremely Herculean.It was reported that the results have bemoaned the obnoxious situation, which was reminiscent of a similar ugly development during the 2022 yuletide season.Therefore, the distraught residen
NDLEA Arrests Suspected Trafficker With 7.40kg of Cannabis Hidden In Machines

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a suspected drug trafficker, Egwuh Inya, over an attempt to take delivery of cannabis concealed in pressure machines imported from South Africa.According to a statement released on Sunday by NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, the 42-year-old building engineer was apprehen
'You Can’t Take A Girl Who Has Maids, Driver, Chef In Nigeria & Move Her Abroad While Expecting Things To Go Smoothly' - Finance Expert Says

A US-based Nigerian finance and data expert, Omotoyosi Ogunbanwo, has said that a woman who lives in luxury in Nigeria, has maids, chefs and other domestic workers at her beck and call, should not relocate abroad because she will find it difficult to adjust as these services come with financial implications. “You can’t take a girl who has 3 m