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  • Sea Pirates Hijack Commercial Boat, Abduct 20 Passengers In Akwa Ibom

    . Sea Pirates Hijack Commercial Boat, Abduct 20 Passengers In Akwa Ibom

     Suspected sea pirates hijacked a commercial speedboat along Calabar waters, Akwa Ibom State, leading to the abduction of about twenty passengers. Sources told security analyst, Zagazola Makama that the boat, identified as “Devinewill,” was hijacked by armed men on April 18, 2025.The gunmen forced the passengers onto their own vessels and whisk
  • After One-Year Manhunt, Indian Authorities Arrest Nigerian Drug Suspect, Ezeonyili Uchenna

    . After One-Year Manhunt, Indian Authorities Arrest Nigerian Drug Suspect, Ezeonyili Uchenna

     Indian authorities have arrested a Nigerian national, Ezeonyili Franklin Uchenna, also known as Kaleshi, after he evaded arrest for over a year.He was caught with 17 grams of MDMA, a synthetic drug, by the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau.According to a report by The Times of India on Monday, Uchenna was apprehended in Ibrahimbagh, following a tip-
  • Seventh Nigerian National Jailed For Scheme That Defrauded 400 Elderly U.S. Victims Of $6M

    . Seventh Nigerian National Jailed For Scheme That Defrauded 400 Elderly U.S. Victims Of $6M

     A 36-year-old man identified as Okezie Bonaventure Ogbata has been handed a 97-month jail term in the United States for his role in a transnational inheritance fraud scheme. The US Department of Justice announced this in a press statement on Monday, April 28, 2025. According to the statement, Ogbata was sentenced on Friday, April 25 in the U.S. Di
  • Segun Dada, Makes Comparison Between Peter Obi & Gov Sanwo-Olu’s Achievements In Water Transportation

    . Segun Dada, Makes Comparison Between Peter Obi & Gov Sanwo-Olu’s Achievements In Water Transportation

     Presidential aide, Segun Dada, has taken a swipe at Peter Obi over his developmental strides when he served as a governor in Anambra state for 8 years.He posted a photo of Obi inside a canoe navigating flood water and Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, inside a boat.He wrote ‘’Water transportation in Anambra under Obi VsWater Transporta
  • "I Didn’t Miss Out On Anything Despite Marrying An Older Man" – Shade Okoya Brags

    . "I Didn’t Miss Out On Anything Despite Marrying An Older Man" – Shade Okoya Brags

     Shade Okoya has stated that she didn’t miss out in any aspect of life despite marrying an older man The 48 year old got married to Razak Okoya, an 85-year-old billionaire in 1999 when she was 21.However, addressing the critics of her marriage in her latest interview with BBC Yoruba, Shade Okoya boasted that she has never missed out on anything f
  • "Why I Founded IPOB And Radio Biafra" - Nnamdi Kanu Reveals

    . "Why I Founded IPOB And Radio Biafra" - Nnamdi Kanu Reveals

     Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Tuesday, April 29, told the Federal High Court in Abuja that he is the founder of both IPOB and Radio BiafraKanu said he established the movement and the online radio station to advocate for the welfare and rights of the Igbo people.Dismissing claims that IPOB is a secretive organiz
  • Aisha Achimugu Declares Hunger Strike In EFCC Custody Following Her Arrest

    . Aisha Achimugu Declares Hunger Strike In EFCC Custody Following Her Arrest

     Aisha Achimugu has declared “hunger strike” in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) custody following her arrest by operatives of the commissionA statement by the legal team of Achimugu, led by Mr Chikaosolu Ojukwu, SAN, on Tuesday in Abuja said that their client was arrested at about 5 a.m., at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International
  • Nollywood Actress, Omowunmi Dada Undergoes Leg Surgery

    . Nollywood Actress, Omowunmi Dada Undergoes Leg Surgery

     Nollywood actress Omowunmi Dada has revealed that she recently underwent leg surgery following a long period of enduring pain in silenceThe 35-year-old made the disclosure in a heartfelt Instagram post on Tuesday, sharing a video montage that captured various stages of her recovery, including time in the hospital, walking with crutches, undergoing
  • Cubana Chief Priest Alleged BabyMama, Hellen Reacts After Being Bounced Off At Headies

    . Cubana Chief Priest Alleged BabyMama, Hellen Reacts After Being Bounced Off At Headies

     Helen Atti, the alleged mother of Cubana Chief Priest’s child, has commented on the entrepreneur’s reported denial of entry to the 17th Headies AwardsAtti hinted that the incident might be connected to Chief Priest’s refusal to undergo a DNA test for their alleged son.In a statement, she said, “That is just the beginning, more is coming,�
  • Cubana Chiefpriest Reacts To Report Of EFCC Arresting Emoney Over Naira And Dollar Abuse

    . Cubana Chiefpriest Reacts To Report Of EFCC Arresting Emoney Over Naira And Dollar Abuse

     Businessman, Pascal Okechukwu aka Cubana Chiefpriest has reacted to reports of EFCC arresting businessman, Emeka Okonkwo popularly known as Emoney, over Naira and Dollar abuse. Gistmania reported that the businessman was apprehended on Monday night April 28 over alleged abuse of the naira and defacing foreign currency.In a post shared on his Insta
  • Headies 2025; "I Was Talking About Jesus And They Tried To Shut Me Down" - Odumodublvck

    . Headies 2025; "I Was Talking About Jesus And They Tried To Shut Me Down" - Odumodublvck

     Nigerian rapper, Odumodublvck, has spoken up about the moment his microphone was turned off during his acceptance speech at the 2025 Headies.Taking to X on April 29, 2025, the rapper shared his perspective on the incident, explaining that he harbours no resentment towards the award show.I was talking about Jesus, and they tried to shut me down. I
  • Fresh Details Emerge On Nnamdi Kanu’s Arrest As Masked Witness Testifies In Court

    . Fresh Details Emerge On Nnamdi Kanu’s Arrest As Masked Witness Testifies In Court

     New revelations surfaced on Tuesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja regarding the 2015 arrest of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).A masked prosecution witness, identified only as “Oga AAA,” testified that Kanu was apprehended at a Lagos hotel alongside a woman on October 14, 2015.The witness, a Department of Sta
  • Police Arrest 33 Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons And Illicit Drugs In Kano

    . Police Arrest 33 Suspected Thugs, Recover Dangerous Weapons And Illicit Drugs In Kano

     Thirty-three suspected thugs known as Yan Daba, have been arrested by the Kano State Police Command.During the arrest, the authorities recovered dangerous weapons, illicit drugs as well as stolen properties from the suspects. Spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday, April 28, 2025, said
  • 11Yr Old Commits Suicide After Being Bullied By Female Teacher Who Called Him 'Stupid'

    . 11Yr Old Commits Suicide After Being Bullied By Female Teacher Who Called Him 'Stupid'

     An 11-year-old boy, Louis Johnson reportedly took his own life after he was allegedly bullied by a female teacher who repeatedly called him 'stupid,' according to a new lawsuit.Johnson used a firearm to kill himself on April 27, 2023 'after enduring months of bullying and public embarrassment' at the hands of former fifth-grade
  • Wanted CBEX Promoter, Adefowora Abiodun Surrenders To EFCC

    . Wanted CBEX Promoter, Adefowora Abiodun Surrenders To EFCC

     One of the suspected promoters of the cryptocurrency trading platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), Adefowora Abiodun, has voluntarily surrendered himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for investigationAbiodun, accompanied by his lawyers, turned himself in at the EFCC headquarters at 4:00 p.m. on Monday and expressed his
  • Daughter Of Renowned Musician King Sunny Ade Raises Concern Over Whereabout & Well Being Of Her Father

    . Daughter Of Renowned Musician King Sunny Ade Raises Concern Over Whereabout & Well Being Of Her Father

     Damilola Adeniyi, daughter of renowned Juju musician King Sunny Ade, has raised concerns over the whereabouts and well-being of her father, expressing fears that he may have been kidnappedIn a series of posts on her Instagram page over the past two days, Damilola voiced her distress, alleging that the musician may be under undue influence and no l
  • President Tinubu Celebrates Mike Adenuga @ 72

    . President Tinubu Celebrates Mike Adenuga @ 72

     President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the Chairman of Globacom and Conoil, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., lauding his contributions to Nigeria’s economic development, job creation, and philanthropy, as he marks his 72nd birthday on April 29In a heartfelt tribute issued on Monday, Tinubu described Adenuga as a beacon of resilience, vision, and humility, wh
  • Bishop David Abioye Launches Own Church After Retirement From Living Faith

    . Bishop David Abioye Launches Own Church After Retirement From Living Faith

     Bishop David Abioye has launched a new church following his retirement from Living Faith Church, founded by Bishop David Oyedepo.Abioye announced the launch of his church via his verified X page, saying Sunday morning se vices would commence on May 4, 2025.He wrote: “Exciting news! By the grace of God, starting next Sunday, our service is movin
  • President Of Nigeria's Shari’ah Council, Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Is Dead

    . President Of Nigeria's Shari’ah Council, Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Is Dead

     The President of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Hadiyatullah, has passed away.The announcement was made on Monday night, April 28, by Sheikh Daood Imran Molaasan, the Grand Mufti of Yorubaland, in a statement he personally signed.Details surrounding the exact time and place of the cleric’s death were n
  • FG Set To Pay Outstanding Five Months Wage Award Arrears To Workers

    . FG Set To Pay Outstanding Five Months Wage Award Arrears To Workers

     The Federal Government has disclosed that it is set to pay the outstanding five months’ N35,000 wage award arrears to its workers.Director (Press and Public Relations), the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF), Bawa Mokwa in a statement issued in Abuja explained that the Federal Government had earlier paid five months wage a
  • HORROR: 26 Persons Dead, 3 Injured In Devastating IED Attack On Borno Road

    . HORROR: 26 Persons Dead, 3 Injured In Devastating IED Attack On Borno Road

     At least, 26 civilians, including women and children, lost their lives on Monday in a deadly Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack along the Rann–Kala Balge – Gamboru Ngala road in Borno State.According to Zagazola Makama, multiple civilian vehicles travelling from Rann in Kala Balge Local Government Area towards Gamboru Ngala were struck b
  • BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Socialite, Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport

    . BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Socialite, Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport

     Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested a renowned business executive and socialite, Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu.Her legal team made this known in a statement on Tuesday, emphasizing that Achimugu, who arrived voluntarily into the country from London, was arrested around 5 a.m. on Tuesday.Meanwhile, her lawyer ha
  • 2027: Tinubu Needs Second Term to Complete Reforms Says Aviation Minister, Keyamo

    . 2027: Tinubu Needs Second Term to Complete Reforms Says Aviation Minister, Keyamo

     Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has urged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to set aside personal interests and rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.Speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television on Monday, Keyamo emphasized that Tinubu requires a s
  • Boko Haram Launches Fresh Attack On Chibok Community, Kills Seven During Funeral Ceremony

    . Boko Haram Launches Fresh Attack On Chibok Community, Kills Seven During Funeral Ceremony

     At least seven villagers were killed and several others wounded on Monday evening when suspected Boko Haram insurgents opened fire on residents attending a funeral in Kopl, a community in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State.The attackers stormed the village around 6:00 p.m., targeting mourners gathered to observe final funeral rites. Accor
  • Kai! Listen To The New Collaboration Between Olamide and Wizkid

    . Kai! Listen To The New Collaboration Between Olamide and Wizkid

     Okay, here is an SEO-friendly blog post about the new song "Kai!" by Olamide and Wizkid, based on the information gathered. Olamide and Wizkid Ignite the Scene with Electrifying New Afrobeats Banger "Kai!" The Afrobeats world is buzzing! Nigerian music heavyweights Olamide and Wizkid have once again joined forces, dropping a br
  • Court Remands 6 Suspects For Alleged Kidnapping In Niger State

    . Court Remands 6 Suspects For Alleged Kidnapping In Niger State

     A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Minna has ordered the remand of six individuals, including a married woman, in correctional custody for alleged kidnapping. The court ruled that it lacks jurisdiction to try the case, despite the defendants’ pleas.The accused, A’isha Sani, Abuh Mohammed, Daudu Mohammed, Mamman Sani, Shehu Arzika Laura, and Jibri
  • EFCC Burst Fenson Guest House, Arrest 27 Internet Fraudsters In Taraba

    . EFCC Burst Fenson Guest House, Arrest 27 Internet Fraudsters In Taraba

     Operatives of the Gombe Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Sunday, April 27, 2025 arrested 27 suspected internet fraudsters in Jalingo , Taraba State.The suspects were arrested at Fenson Guest House and mile 6 in Jalingo, based on credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet fraud.Items re
  • Shallipopi Vows To Boycott Next Headies After Organizers Fail To Present Plaque For Award He Won

    . Shallipopi Vows To Boycott Next Headies After Organizers Fail To Present Plaque For Award He Won

     Nigerian singer, Shallipopi has slammed organisers of premier Afrobeats award, The Headies. He vowed never to attend such an event again. This comes after having an embarrassing moment at the 17th edition in Lagos on Sunday. Shallipopi, who lost the keenly contested Next Rated category to his frequent collaborator, Odumodublvck, thought he had got
  • "Why I Date Men Older Than Me" – Actress, Beverly Osu

    . "Why I Date Men Older Than Me" – Actress, Beverly Osu

     Actress, Beverly Osu has opened up about her preference for dating older men. She explained that her attraction to older partners stems more from her upbringing than from any personal issuesDuring a conversation on the WithChude podcast hosted by Chude Jideonwo, Beverly shared that growing up surrounded by confident males influenced her relationsh
  • VIDEO; Chaos As Bride And Groom’s Families Fight Dirty After Church Wedding

    . VIDEO; Chaos As Bride And Groom’s Families Fight Dirty After Church Wedding

     Drama as a trending video captures the moment a bride and groom’s families engage in a messy fight allegedly soon after their church wedding.The video was spotted making the rounds on the social-networking site, X.It was gathered from the post made by @ChuksEricE that the couple had just gotten married at their church when a fight broke out.In t

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