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Davido, Omoni Oboli, Others Congratulate Ubi Franklin As He Graduates From UK University

Nigerian talent manager Ubi Franklin has been congratulated after he earned a second Law degree. Singer, Davido, Omoni Oboli, Yomi Casual and others took to the comment section to congratulate him. Recall that we had earlier reported that Ubi bagged a second Law degree—a Bachelor of Law with Business - in the United Kingdom. See comments b

Thunderstorm Kills Three Persons, Injures Four In Imo Community

Three persons have been reported dead while four others sustained varying injuries following a thunderstorm in Obidi, Agwa, in the Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State.The incident which occurred on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 has caused tension community over the incident as most of the indigenes said the thunderstorm seemed mysterious as it was n
Burna Boy Wins Best Overall Male Artiste At AAEA Awards

Burna Boy has won the Best Overall Male Artiste at the AAEA awards. Recall that the award took place yesterday in Nairobi, Kenya. Other Nigerian artistes also won different awards at the Music Awards event but the African Giant, Burna Boy, took home the Big award. Other Nigerian artists that shined bright at the awards ceremony are: Tems: The Gram

BREAKING: Nigerian Railway Corporation Suspends Warri-Itakpe Train Service, Gives Reason

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced a temporary suspension of the Warri-Itakpe train service.This was disclosed in a statement shared by Managing Director of the company, Kayode Opeifa, on his X account Thursday.The suspension will last for 72 hours.The statement blamed the suspension on technical engine failure encountered on Tuesday,
Nollywood Pays Tribute To Jnr Pope And Other Crew Members One Year After Fatal Boat Accident

Nollywood actors and actresses have held a memorial service for late actor John Paul Odonwodo aka Jnr Pope, and four other crew members who died on a movie set. The memorial service was held at St. Johnbosco Catholic Church in Asaba. Filmmaker Stanley Ontop took to Instagram to share updates with his followers, posting a series of images from the

Lagos State Gov. Sanwo-Olu Gifts LASU Overall Best Graduating Student N10M

The Lagos State University (LASU) held its 28th Convocation Ceremony on Thursday at the Buba Marwa Auditorium, Ojo Campus, where a total of 11,917 graduates were conferred with various academic degrees across faculties and departments.In a landmark moment, Miss Isioma Sybil Nwosu of the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, emerged as th
Another Ukrainian Village Captured By Russia As War Intensified

Russia’s defence ministry on Thursday said that its forces had captured the village of Zhuravka in Ukraine’s northern border region of Sumy.However, Ukrainian officials have not made any acknowledgement that it had been taken.Moscow has reportedly long staged air attacks on the region opposite Russia’s region of Kursk, from which it is tryin

I Was S3xually Abused By 20 Men At A Spot - Controversial Journalist, Kemi Olunloyo Reveals

Controversial investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has revealed how she was segxwally abused by 20 men when she was age 13.Kemi Olunloyo has been in the headlines after she denounced her family while making some information about her late father public.In a post on her page, Kemi Olunloyo disclosed that many people have reached out to her after
No More Marriage! Actress Wumi Toriola Reveals She Only Want To Have More Children With Her Ex-Husband

Popular Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has disclosed that she is not interested in getting married but wants to have more babies with her ex-husband.Recall that in 2023, the actress opened up about why her marriage to her ex-husband failed. According to Wunmi, her marriage ended because her ex-husband always rubbed her face to her face during argu

2 Nigerians, Ugwu Ikechukwu & Big Joe Among International Drug Cartel Arrested by Indian Police

Two Nigerians, Ugwu Ikechukwu (alias Emma) and Chukwu Ogbonna (alias Big Joe), are among the transnational drug trafficking and money laundering syndicate arrested by the Indian authorities in Hyderabad.Local publication Hindu Newspapers reported that the suspects were rounded up by the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau and Cyberabad Police during a
Mistaken For Obituary! Dangote’s 68th Birthday Banner Sparks Confusion

The graphic designer responsible for Nigerian billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote‘s 68th birthday banner is faced with ridicule over an obituary-looking design.The business tycoon marked his birthday on Thursday with warm wishes pouring in from across the globe. What was meant to be a celebratory moment took an unexpected turn after his offici

Heartbreaking Moment As Dominican Republic Buries Over 200 Victims of Nightclub Disaster

Dominicans have begun burying loved ones who were among more than 200 victims of a nightclub rooftop collapse, even as dozens of people remained unaccounted forMore than 300 rescuers, aided by sniffer dogs, had worked tirelessly since disaster struck early Tuesday to pull survivors from the rubble of the Jet Set club in the Dominican Republic’s
Rivers Govt Denies Civil Service Recruitment Announcement

Rivers State Government has refuted a widely circulated social media announcement alleging that the state’s Sole Administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, approved the recruitment of 10,000 “graduates and non-graduates” into the Rivers State civil service.On Thursday, social media platform “Facebook”, was flooded with the p

SERAP Gives Tinubu, NBC 48 Hours To Lift Ban On Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song ‘Tell Your Papa’

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given the Nigerian government and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) 48 hours to lift the ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s new protest song, “Tell Your Papa”.In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, SERAP criticized the ban, calling it a clear violation of the s
VIDEO: Actress Nancy Isime Finally Unveils The Interior of Her New Mansion

Actress, Nancy Isime, finally unveiled the stunning interior of her home, and the emotional moment was captured on cameraOvercome with gratitude, she walked through her beautifully designed home, thanking God for fulfilling her dreams.In her Instagram post, Nancy quoted Deuteronomy 28:8, expressing her gratitude to God for His faithfulness.She add

Eedris Abdulkareem Fires Back At NBC Following Ban Of His New Song 'Tell Your Papa'

Veteran rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem has fired back at the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), for banning his new song “Tell Your Papa” from airing on all Nigerian radio and television stationsIn a circular dated April 9, 2025, and signed by Susan Obi, the Coordinating Director of Broadcast Monitoring, the NBC classified the song as “Not
‘Tell Your Papa’ - NBC Bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song From Radio and TV

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has officially banned Nigerian radio and television stations from airing “Tell Your Papa,” a recently released song by veteran rapper Eedris Abdulkareem, citing a breach of broadcast decency standardsIn a circular dated April 9, 2025, and signed by Susan Obi, the Coordinating Director of Broadcast Mon

Nigeria Lady Cancels Wedding As She Allegedly Ditches Fiancé For Abroad-based Man

Nigerian lady cancels wedding with her fiancé few weeks to D-Day as she allegedly ditches him for an abroad-based man.The incident was reported on the micro blogging platform, X by @talk2veee.According to the account, the lady had canceled the wedding which was meant to hold on 22nd of April, allegedly over an abroad-based man her mother had hook
Another Disturbing Video Of FCT Minister, Wike Stirs More Worries Among Concerned Nigerians

Recent discussions have emerged regarding the health of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following the circulation of a video that has raised concerns among Nigerians. In response, Minister Wike has firmly denied these speculations, asserting that he is in good health and fully capable of performing his official du

Drama As Nigerian Police Officer, Soldier Engage in Disgraceful Fist-Fight Inside Market (VID)

A disgraceful scenario has played out inside a market as Nigerian police officers were seen fighting with a soldier. The incident attracted the attention of people, causing a large crowd to form. In a video posted on X, the police officers could be seen holding the soldier by his uniform as he tried to stop them from taking him away. It is not kno
Saddest Phenomena Ever- Wole Soyinka Laments The Recent Happenings In US Under Trump

Nigerian Nobel laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka, has stated that he feels saddened by happenings in the United States, where Donald Trump is in the saddle as President.Soyinka made this known in an interview with a freelance arts journalist, Laura Collins-Hughes, published in the New York Times.Soyinka, who had in 2016 threatened to shred his green car

U.S Court Gives Davido 21 Days to Respond to Copyright Lawsuit Over Alleged Song Theft

The United States District Court in Manhattan has given Nigerian music star David ‘Davido’ Adeleke 21 days to appear before it in response to a lawsuit accusing him of intellectual property theft.The suit, filed on April 4, involves four Nigerian artistes — Martins Chukwuka Emmanuel, Abel Great Umaru, Kelvin Ayodele Campbell, and David Ovhio
Wife Reacts as She Finds Out Girl Her Husband Brought Abroad to Stay With Them Is His Daughter

A dramatic and emotional scene unfolded abroad after a woman discovered that the young girl her husband brought to live with them abroad — under the pretense of being a "relative" or a "house help" — was in fact his biological daughter from a past relationship.According to viral social media reports, the woman had been taki

Help me Thank God - Dino Melaye Says As He Shows Off Interior of His Luxury Mansion (VID)

Senator Dino Melaye, a prominent figure from Kogi State, recently expressed profound gratitude for his life's blessings. In a heartfelt message shared on Instagram, he stated, "HAVE EVERY REASON TO THANK GOD ON PER SECOND BASIS. GOD IS GOOD TO ME." This public acknowledgment reflects his deep appreciation for divine favor and serves
Date Who Can Manage Conflict Maturely - Nigerian Lady Says After Her Wedding Was Called Off

A Nigerian woman, Patience Addra, whose wedding was called off a day before the ceremony, has advised her followers on Facebook to date people who handle conflict with maturity.Patience and Azi Abok’s wedding was scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 5, in Anguldi, Zawan Jos but was unexpectedly called off on Friday over church denomination

How 53yr Old Abubakar Aminu 'Mistakenly' Beat His Younger Brother to Death in Kaduna

A 50-year-old man, Sani Yusuf, was reportedly beaten to d3ath by his elder brother, Abubakar Aminu, in Zaria City, Kaduna State.According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the suspect, aged 53, attacked Sani at their home in Rimintsiwa, Zaria City on April 4, 2025.The victim was immediately rushed to ABUTH Shika for medical treatment but unfor
VIDEO: 16yr Old Girl Gets The Beating of Her Life After She Was Caught in a Hotel At Night

A video has surfaced of a 16-year-old girl being severely punished after she was caught by her brother attempting to visit a hotel late at night. The footage of the incident which has gone viral was shared on X. In the video, the teenager after she was caught, was given the flogging of her life.Watch the video below and some reactions that followe
Sowore Leads Protest To Police HQ Demanding Removal Of IGP Egbetokun Over 'Illegal Tenure (VID)

Omoyele Sowore, the human rights activist on Wednesday led a protest to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja, demanding the immediate dismissal of Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.The protesters accuse Egbetokun of illegally occupying the office following his mandatory retirement in September 2024.Carrying large banners with
Tragedy As Two Brothers Drown In River While Returning From A Shopping Trip In Niger State

A heartbreaking tragedy hit the town of Lapai on Thursday morning as two brothers, Ismail Alaba and his sibling, drowned in the Katcha River while returning from a shopping trip.The pair had reportedly traveled to a nearby town to purchase bags of rice.According to eyewitnesses, their canoe capsized mid-river, plunging them into the fast-moving cu
Famous TikTok Sensation, Alpha Charles Granted Bail in Defamation Case

Magistrate Court No. 17, in Kano State presided over by Justice Huda Haruna, has granted bail to popular TikTok star Alpha Charles, who was arraigned by the police on charges of defamation.According to the charge sheet, Alpha Charles allegedly defamed Sadiya Haruna through posts made on social media platforms.However, upon the charges being read,

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Naija News & Celebrity Gists

Davido, Omoni Oboli, Others Congratulate Ubi Franklin As He Graduates From UK University

Thunderstorm Kills Three Persons, Injures Four In Imo Community

Burna Boy Wins Best Overall Male Artiste At AAEA Awards

BREAKING: Nigerian Railway Corporation Suspends Warri-Itakpe Train Service, Gives Reason

Nollywood Pays Tribute To Jnr Pope And Other Crew Members One Year After Fatal Boat Accident

Lagos State Gov. Sanwo-Olu Gifts LASU Overall Best Graduating Student N10M

Another Ukrainian Village Captured By Russia As War Intensified

I Was S3xually Abused By 20 Men At A Spot - Controversial Journalist, Kemi Olunloyo Reveals

No More Marriage! Actress Wumi Toriola Reveals She Only Want To Have More Children With Her Ex-Husband

2 Nigerians, Ugwu Ikechukwu & Big Joe Among International Drug Cartel Arrested by Indian Police

Mistaken For Obituary! Dangote’s 68th Birthday Banner Sparks Confusion

Heartbreaking Moment As Dominican Republic Buries Over 200 Victims of Nightclub Disaster

Rivers Govt Denies Civil Service Recruitment Announcement

SERAP Gives Tinubu, NBC 48 Hours To Lift Ban On Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song ‘Tell Your Papa’

VIDEO: Actress Nancy Isime Finally Unveils The Interior of Her New Mansion

Eedris Abdulkareem Fires Back At NBC Following Ban Of His New Song 'Tell Your Papa'

‘Tell Your Papa’ - NBC Bans Eedris Abdulkareem’s Song From Radio and TV

Nigeria Lady Cancels Wedding As She Allegedly Ditches Fiancé For Abroad-based Man

Another Disturbing Video Of FCT Minister, Wike Stirs More Worries Among Concerned Nigerians

Drama As Nigerian Police Officer, Soldier Engage in Disgraceful Fist-Fight Inside Market (VID)

Saddest Phenomena Ever- Wole Soyinka Laments The Recent Happenings In US Under Trump

U.S Court Gives Davido 21 Days to Respond to Copyright Lawsuit Over Alleged Song Theft

Wife Reacts as She Finds Out Girl Her Husband Brought Abroad to Stay With Them Is His Daughter

Help me Thank God - Dino Melaye Says As He Shows Off Interior of His Luxury Mansion (VID)

Date Who Can Manage Conflict Maturely - Nigerian Lady Says After Her Wedding Was Called Off

How 53yr Old Abubakar Aminu 'Mistakenly' Beat His Younger Brother to Death in Kaduna

VIDEO: 16yr Old Girl Gets The Beating of Her Life After She Was Caught in a Hotel At Night

Sowore Leads Protest To Police HQ Demanding Removal Of IGP Egbetokun Over 'Illegal Tenure (VID)

Tragedy As Two Brothers Drown In River While Returning From A Shopping Trip In Niger State

Famous TikTok Sensation, Alpha Charles Granted Bail in Defamation Case

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