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Bandits Open Fire On Moving Car In Zamfara, Injure Five

Bandits have opened fire on a moving vehicle in Zamfara state, injuring five persons. The revelation was made in a post by security analyst Zagazola Makama on his official X handle on Tuesday. According to Makama, the incident occurred on May 5, 2025, when the gunmen attempted to halt a Golf 3 car in transit. Upon the driver’s refusal to stop, t

Zamfara Govt Deny Reports Of Non-payment Of Workers Salaries For 4 months

The government of Zamfara State has dismissed reports that civil servants in the state have not received salaries for four months.Briefing newsmen shortly after the State Executive Council meeting at Government House, Gusau, the Head of Civil Service, Alhaji Yakubu Sani Haidara, said the reports are baseless and a deliberate attempt to discredit t
Court Orders Nigerian Govt To Serve Court Documents On Nnamdi Kanu Ahead of Trial

The Federal High Court in Abuja has given an order to the Federal Government. It ordered FG to always serve Biafra agitator, Nnamdi Kanu with documents and materials intended to be submitted as exhibits before they are tendered in court. Justice James Omotosho said such documents and materials must be front loaded and be made available to the defe

Man Reveals Lesson He Learnt After He Sent Money To A Friend Living In The UK

A Nigerian man has stated that just as people collect money from their loved ones in foreign countries, they should also learn to reciprocate.He made this known while sharing the lesson he learnt after sending money to his friend residing in the UK.He mentioned that his friend had over the years sent him money whenever it was his birthday.He state
"Poverty Level Has Reached 75 Percent In Nigeria" – Peter Obi Laments

Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate of the Labour Party has lamented the poverty rate in the country. Obi called on all levels of government in Nigeria to urgently redirect national focus toward critical areas of development, particularly health, education, and poverty alleviation. In a post on X, Obi lamented that 75 per cent of Nigerians

Popular Actress, Ruth Kadiri Celebrates Youtube Milestone

Popular Nigerian Actres Ruth Kadiri has recently expressed her gratitude for her most recent YouTube recognition.Kadiri shared this on her instagram page with a heartfelt message, sharing her gratitude for being recognized.Kadiri took a trip down memory lane, sharing her Journey in the film industry in Nigeria. “50k for 4 people each.What’s yo
NBA Explains Delay In Patience Jonathan’s Domestic Staff Trial

The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has given an explanation for the continuous delay of the trial of 13 domestic staff members of former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, detained at the Okaka Correctional Centre in Yenagoa since 2019.During a press briefing on Monday, May 5, ahead of the 2025 Law Week, the Chairman of the NBA's Yenagoa branch,

"The Pioneer And Visionary Of Afrobeats"- Teebillz Hails Veteran Rapper, Eldee

Nigerian music executive, Teebillz has showered praises on veteran rapper and producer, Eldee the Don.In a recent Instagram post, Teebillz referred to Eldee as “the pioneer and visionary of Afrobeats,” thanking him for the structure he helped create and for teaching the business side of music to others in the game.He also gave a nod to Akon fo
'I Married A Second Wife Under Tinubu' - Katsina Man Says He's Pleased With Tinubu's Leadership

A Kaduna-based man has stated that he is happy with the Tinubu-led administration because it afforded him the opportunity to marry a second wife.While speaking to newsmen during President Tinubu's visit to Katsina state over the weekend, the man stated that his community is also free from insecurity under the current administration.He said; &

Man, David Isaiah Sentenced To Death By Hanging For Kidnapping And Killing S3x Worker In Ekiti

A 26-year-old man, David Isaiah, was sentenced to d3ath by hanging on Monday, May 5, by an Ekiti State High Court, Ado Ekiti Division, for the abduction and m8rder of a commercial s3x worker, Comfort James.Isaiah and his friend, Saviour Daniel, picked the deceased from a brothel on February 6, 2025. They r@ped her repeatedly before k!lling her wit
President Tinubu Bans Importation Of Foreign Goods, Unveils New Industrialisation Policy

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a ban on importation of foreign goods, especially those that can be produced locally in Nigeria.Tinubu also placed a caveat on expatriates coming into Nigeria to execute jobs, which local contractors and artisans can undertake, unless there is convincing justification for it, including express permission from the

Gunmen Intercept Commercial Bus, Kill Two And Abduct Four In Benue

Two persons have been k!lled while four others were kidnapped after gunmen attacked a commercial bus along Adoka Otukpo road, in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Sunday, May 4.The bus was said to be coming from Abuja en route to Otukpo when the gunmen, at about 8pm, intercepted the commercial vehicle and attacked the occupants, killi
Man Accused Of Taking 2Yr Old Baby From His Baby Mama And Running Away With Her In Delta

A man identified as Okpedeasiwe Godstime has been accused of taking his 2-year-old from his baby mama without her consent. Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu made the allegation on Instagram. Gwamnishu alleged that Godstime lied to his child's mother that he wanted to make a video with the child, and then he absconded with the baby and

President Trump Offers $1,000 To Migrants To Leave The Country

President Donald Trump of the United States has offered illegal immigrants who go back to their countries on their own $1,000. This was made public on Monday by the administration of US President Donald Trump. Trump said he will pay for the travel and give $1,000 to undocumented migrants who “self-deport” back to their home country. Trump said
PHOTOS; 23Yr Old Woman Stabbed To Death By Ex-boyfriend At Her Workplace

A 23-year-old woman identified as Snenhlanhla Mathosi, was st@bbed to d3ath by her ex-boyfriend at her workplace in Protea Glen Mall, Soweto, South Africa. The tragic incident happened on Sunday, 4 May 2025, at Pick n Pay, where she worked. The suspect was quickly arrested at the scene. The incident has sparked outrage across the country, with man

I Am A Legit Hustler, Stop Comparing Me To Oloshos - Actress Sarah Martins Fires Back At Critics

Popular Nigerian actress, Sarah Martins, has fired back at trolls questioning her lifestyle, claiming she makes at least 5–10 million monthly from her business.She stated that she does a legit business that gives her more respect than opening her legs for other women's husbands.According to her, she can comfortably change her car and buy a

Bandits Kill Wife, Hold Husband Hostage Despite N10M Ransom In Niger

A Nigerian woman simply identified as Lami, has been killed by bandits.Gistmania reports that the victim was k!dnapped alongside her husband, Yakubu Dada, on the Kontagora Road in Niger State, on October 31, 2024.The abductors, who had earlier collected a N10 million ransom from the family, are now demanding an additional N20 million and four Baja

"EFCC Arrested VeryDarkMan To Silence Him" – Sowore Blows Hot

Former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has called out the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He alleged that EFCC arrested Verydarkman in a bid to silence him. Sowore made the claim in a post on X. He wrote: “It has been established that the @officialEFCC unlawfully arrested and detained
Police Arrest Alleged Killers Of Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri's in-laws

The police in Bayelsa State says they have arrested the alleged killers of 50-year-old Odeinyefa Ogbolosingha, in-law to Governor Douye Diri.Those arrested were also alleged to have killed the Paramount Ruler of the Kalaba Community and Chairman of the Community Development Committee, CDC,Kolibo Amabelimo and Samuel Oburo in Kalaba community

Abuja Man Daniel Ameh Jailed Over N35m BDC Registration Fraud

A Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, sitting in Apo, Abuja convicted and sentenced one Daniel Ameh to imprisonment for defrauding one Inalegu Egwa N35 million fraud in a bureau de change, BDC registration deal.The convict was prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , EFCC on a one-count charge, bordering on criminal mis
Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Confirm They Are Expecting Third Pregnancy At 2025 Met Gala

Hollywood power couple, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are expecting their third child together.Rihanna announced pregnancy and showed off her baby bump on her way to the Met Gala on Monday, May 5, in New York City.She was also spotted at the 2025 Met Gala, proudly displaying her baby bump. “It feels amazing,” she said of her third pregnancy, accordi

Confusion Deepens Over VDM Arrest as Lawyer Claims No Petition Filed

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has said that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has failed to provide any justification for the continued detention of social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).Adeyanju made the statement via his official Facebook page late Monday after visiting VDM in EFCC custody
Self Proclaimed Arewa Youths President Makes U-Turn, Calls For Verydarkman’s Release

Self proclaimed president of the Arewa Youths, Abdul DanBature calls for the release of the controversial activist, Verydarkman weeks after issuing him an ultimatum.It would be recalled that some days ago, the supposed northern youth president had issued an ultimatum to Verydarkman to apologize to the Sultan of Sokoto.Following his arrest, the nor

Singer Portable Cries Out, Reveals How He Was Tracked And Almost Kidnapped At First Bank

Controversial singer, Portable alleges that he was tracked and almost kidnapped at the notable bank, First Bank.This comes amid controversy involving Verydarkman and Guaranteed Trust Bank GTB.IAccording to Portable, he had visited the bank when he was almost abducted by people whose identity he didn’t reveal.He opined that all he had done was to
Inter v Barcelona: UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers & Stats

Date: Tuesday 6th May, 2025 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Gujseppe Meazza Referee Szymon Marciniak (Poland) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Team News [/size][size=14pt] Inter [/size]While Simone Inzaghi would have loved to field the same XI that started in the first leg, he cannot go ahead with that as his skipper Lautaro Martinez is out with

Ekiti Man, David Isaiah To Die By Hanging For Killing Sex Worker With Herbicide

Justice Lekan Olatawura of the Ekiti State High Court, sitting in Ado Ekiti, has sentenced 26-year-old David Isaiah to death by hanging for conspiracy, kidnapping, and murder.The convict was arraigned before Justice Lekan Olatawura on 18th April 2024 on a three-count charge of conspiracy, kidnapping, and murder.According to the prosecutor, the off

Reps Minority Caucus Urges EFCC To Release Or Charge Verydarkman To Court

The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to either release Mr Martins Otse—popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM)—or charge him to court without delay.In a statement issued on Monday, the minority leader, Rep. Kingsley Chinda (PDP–Rivers), condemned the arrest of Ot
"Your Favorite Is A Baby Girl" — Blessing CEO Mocks VeryDarkMan Following EFCC Arrest

Controversial relationship coach Blessing CEO has taken a swipe at social media critic VeryDarkMan (VDM), mocking his recent arrest by the EFCC and questioning his reputation as a fearless activist.In a no-holds-barred rant via her IG page, Blessing didn't just react to the news—she used it as a full-blown takedown.Mocking VDM’s muscular
Road Grader Crushes Mother And Child To Death In Ondo

Tragedy struck in Ute, a community in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, as a road grader reportedly crushed a mother and her child to d3ath along the Olujewu–Igbatoro Road. The victims, whose identities were yet to be disclosed, were reportedly crushed by the grader belonging to the local government. The construction vehicle, which was
“It’s Like He Came Back”; Davido Says Newborn Son Strikingly Resembles Late Son, Ifeanyi

Nigerian music star Davido has opened up about the emotional journey of losing his first son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, and the uncanny resemblance between his late child and his newborn twin son.In a recent interview with Ebro Darden on Apple Music 1, Davido described the likeness between his son, born in October 2023, and the late Ifeanyi as “scary,”