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BREAKING: Natasha Submits ‘Sexual Harassment’ Petition Against Akpabio At Senate

The Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday tendered a sexual harassment petition against President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio.The petition was submitted on the floor of the upper legislative chamber after the Senate resumed plenary.The Senate had earlier said it was not investigating the allegations because there was no for

"Ibrahim Chatta Is Reason I’m Still In Nollywood" – Actor Apa Opens Up

Nigerian movie actor Sanusi Izihaq professionally called Apa has disclosed why he is still in Nollywood.The former Continuity Manager turned actor made the disclosure while speaking about some challenges he faced in the movie industry.Speaking about the challenges he has faced, Apa during an interview with actress Biola Bayo on Talk to B podcast,
'Pillar Of My Marriage' -Actress, Bimpe Akintunde Celebrates Mother-in-law On Her Birthday

Nollywood actress Bimpe Akintunde, popularly known as Wasila Coded, has taken to social media to celebrate her mother-in-law on her birthday, describing her as the pillar of her marriage.In a tribute shared via her Instagram page, Akintunde expressed deep gratitude for the love and support she has received from her husband’s mother.She noted how

Burna Boy Attends Iftar Dinner Hosted By Aliko Dangote

On March 4, 2025, Burna Boy joined Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, for an Iftar dinner alongside other prominent figuresVideos from the event captured the Grammy-winning artist greeting Dangote with deep respect, highlighting the significance of their meeting.The video featured a moment where attendees served themselves from silver bowls. [
Regina Daniels Shows Off New Rolex Watch Worth Millions Of Naira

Regina Daniels has splurged on a brand-new Rolex watch, reportedly worth millions of nairaThe lavish purchase comes at a time when her marriage to Ned Nwoko is under scrutiny, stirred by her return to Instagram.Regina Daniels shared a video of herself on Instagram, unveiling the Rolex watch in the backseat of a car.She excitedly slipped it onto he

SHOCKING: Bauchi Woman Allegedly Strangles Co-Wife To Death, Burns Body

The Bauchi State Police Command has launched a comprehensive investigation into the brutal killing of 20-year-old Hajara Isa by her co-wife in her matrimonial home on February 28, 2025.Gistmania reports that the case came to light on March 3, 2025, when Sale Isa of Anguwan Sarakuna, Bauchi, reported the suspicious death to the police.However, deta
America Is Back – Trump Says As He Addresses US Congress

United States of America President, Donald Trump has commenced his address to the joint session of Congress.President Trump started his remarks at the Congress amid cheers from Republicans, “America is back” and “we’re just getting started,” he said according to BBC.Trump’s first address to Congress comes after he announced a pause to

Enugu Police Arrest Seven Suspects For Armed Robbery

The Enugu State Police Command has taken seven suspects into custody over allegations of conspiracy and armed robbery.In a statement on Tuesday, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed that detectives from the Criminal Investigation Department arrested the suspects.According to Ndukwe, the suspects were allegedly involved in the
Gunmen Kill 2 Brothers In Fresh Benue Attack

Gunmen on Monday attacked Jato-Aka Turan in the Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State killing two brothers. The hoodlums also razed over 20 homes, forcing residents, including women and children, to flee the community.Zungwenen Aondowase, popularly called Pilot, and Tersoo Chia were sent to their untimely death. At least six farmers were kil

Suspected Burglar Nabbed In Lagos While Attempting To Sell Stolen Phones From Benefactor

The Lagos State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad has arrested 27-year-old Yusuf Ojo, a suspected burglar, while he was heading to sell three stolen mobile phones taken from his benefactor.On Tuesday, a statement posted on X (previously Twitter) revealed this.The statement disclosed that Ojo was taken into custody around 5:00 a.m. on Wednesd
VIDEO; “Professionalism In Nollywood No More What It Used To Be” – Bukky Wright

Bukky Wright, a veteran actress, has expressed mixed sentiments about the current status of the Nigerian film business, citing a lack of professionalism.In a recent Channels TV interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Wright stated that, while she is proud of Nollywood, she has noticed a shift away from the high standards that formerly defined the indust

13-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Becomes US Secret Service Agent

A 13-year-old cancer survivor, DJ Daniel has become an honorary agent of the United States, US, secret service.President Donald Trump of the US disclosed this while addressing America’s joint Congress on Tuesday night.Trump said Daniel dreamt of becoming a police officer but cancer had cut short his dream.According to Trump: “Joining us in th
Court Orders Forfeiture Of N1.37 Billion Allegedly Diverted During El-Rufai Administration

The Federal High Court in Kaduna has ordered an interim forfeiture of N1.37 billion allegedly diverted from the coffers of the Kaduna State Government into a private account.The money, a part of the funds released for a failed light rail project in Kaduna State, was allegedly diverted during the administration of former Governor El-Rufai, who gove

Mudashiru Obasa Meets Lawmakers After Reinstatement Amid Lingering Tensions

The reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, met with lawmakers on Tuesday to reconcile with aggrieved colleagues following weeks of leadership turmoil, Punch newspaper reported.The meeting, held at the Assembly complex in Alausa, Ikeja, came a day after Mr Obasa was re-elected as Speaker, ending a crisis that saw
ISWAP Reportedly Ambushes Boko Haram, Kills 20 In Fierce Borno Clash

At least 20 Boko Haram insurgents were killed in a violent confrontation with rival Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Borno State, as ISWAP launched a surprise assault on their positions.According to a post by security analyst Zagazola Makama on his official X handle on Tuesday, the clash took place on March 3 in the riverine

Bandits Abduct Two Women In Sokoto Community Attack

Armed bandits stormed Rarah community in Sokoto State on Monday night, abducting two women from their matrimonial homes.The incident was contained in a post by security analyst Bakatsine on his official X handle on Tuesday. “Yesterday night, bandits stormed Rarah community and abducted two women in their matrimonial houses,” he wrote.Meanwhil
Lagos Taskforce Impounds 82 Commercial Motorcycles

The Lagos Taskforce said its operatives have impounded 82 commercial motorcycles, commonly called okadas, during its routine enforcement of the ban on highways and restricted routes in Alakija, Iyana-Iba, Festac, and Mile 2, as well as Berger Suya inward Mile 2 Oke areas of the state.Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Lagos Commissioner for Transportation, con

Portable Reveals Mystery Behind His Instagram Name 'Elizabeth Joyce'

Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has finally disclosed the reason behind his unusual Instagram name, “Elizabeth Joyce.”The self-proclaimed ‘Zaazu’ hitmaker made the revelation during an interview with content creator Egungun of Lagos.According to Portable, before he rose to fame, he was involved
83Yr Old Anambra Community Leader, Michael Nwobu Murdered In His Residence

A community leader in Umudioka village, Awka, Chief Michael Nwobu, 83, has been murdered in his residence, 27, Okolobu Street, Umudioka Village, Awka, Anambra State, by unknown persons.The incident happened last Sunday when the hoodlums gained access to his residence after his family members had gone to church.According to his first son, Mr Nnaeme

VIDEO: Jandor Blames Peter Obi For His Defeat In Lagos Governorship Race

Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the 2023 Lagos State governorship election, has attributed his loss to the overwhelming influence of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi.Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on March 5, 2025, Jandor reflected on how his cam
Woman Arrested After Her 3yr Old Child Died While Trying to Fetch Water From a Pitcher in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command is currently investigating a case of negligence involving a mother who is presently in custody. A statement from the command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, says preliminary investigations revealed that the mother of the three year old left her at home with a ten year old child. The three yea

Ex Immigration Boss David Shikfu Parradang Died in Hotel Not Killed By Kidnappers - FCT Police

The FCT police command has dismissed online reports claiming a retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and subsequently k!lled in Abuja.A counter-insurgency publication had reported that the former CG was attacked in the Area 1 axis of Abuja Tuesday morning. The report claimed that the
Nigeria Ranks Third Among Africa’s Top 10 External Debtors - Afreximbank

The Africa Export and Import Bank (Afreximbank) has identified Nigeria as one of 10 African countries that together account for 69 percent of the continent’s total external debt.In its latest report, African Debt Outlook: A Ray of Optimism, Afreximbank stated that Africa’s external debt levels remain high due to the underdevelopment of domesti

Prison Warden Arrested For Stabbing His Girlfriend 25 Times In The Presence of Her 9yr Old Son

A Department of Correctional Services (DCS) warden allegedly st@bbed his girlfriend over 25 times in front of her 9-year-old son in South AfricaThe suspect, Kakuhle Mpongoma, made an appearance in the Mthatha Magistrate's Court on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, where he was charged with attempted murder. According to the National Prosecuting Authori
Ex Presidential Aide, Ita-Giwa Faults Natasha Akpoti's segxwal Harassment Allegation Against Akpabio

Former Presidential Adviser, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, has faulted Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s s3xual harassment claim, saying once women become senators, they can’t be s3xually harassedSenator Akpoti-Uduaghan had recently claimed on a live television programme that the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, frustrated her moves to raise m

Veteran Actress Bukky Wright Finally Opens up on Why She Took a Long Break From Acting

Veteran Nigerian actress Bukky Wright has opened up about her long break from the movie industry, revealing that she stepped away to focus on raising her children.Nigerian real estate investment opportunitiesSpeaking in a recent interview with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Channels TV, Wright emphasized the importance of a mother’s presence in her childr
Gov Abiodun Warns Drivers Against Transporting Flammable Materials In Ogun

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has warned commercial drivers within the state to refrain from transporting flammable materials in their vehicles to ensure the safety of passengers.The warning followed an explosion involving a white Mazda bus with registration number KJA 949 YJ at about 1 pm at Muhammadu Buhari Estate along the Abeokuta-
Woli Arole Bemoans ‘Worldliness’ In Nigerian Gospel Music Industry

Popular comedian and actor-turned-preacher Oluwatoyin Bayegun, better known as Woli Arole, has raised concerns over the current trends in the Nigerian gospel music industry.He lamented that “hypocrisy, worldliness, and cabalism” have taken over the gospel music scene.He noted that invitations for ministration are now based on connections rathe
Ex-NIS CG, Parradang Found Dead In Hotel Room After Visit By Lady In Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has refuted claims that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and murdered, clarifying that his death occurred under different circumstances now under investigation.According to an official statement issued by the FCT Police Pu
Blaqbonez Declares 2Face’s “African Queen” Nigeria’s greatest Love Song

Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has hailed 2Face Idibia’s timeless hit “African Queen” as the greatest love song in Nigeria.During a recent podcast discussion with fellow artiste Major AJ, Blaqbonez expressed his admiration for the legendary track, emphasizing that no other Nigerian love song compares to its impact and longevity. “There is no so