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Suspected Kidnappers Apprehended In Kwara

Criminal elements suspected to be kidnappers were arrested on Sunday in Oke-Ode community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara state.The feat was achieved by a combined effort of Fulani vigilantes, Yoruba hunters and local vigilantes, according to a source in the community who confided says on Monday.The spokesperson of the state police comman

How NDLEA Arrested Wanted Drug Baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff In Lagos

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has said that the reign of a wanted 59-year-old drug baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff, has been brought to a halt following his arrest at his hideout in the Ojo area of Lagos.NDLEA said the suspect’s arrest comes after 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across
Mob Attacks Police Officer In Jos Over Seized Hard Drugs

A police officer sustained serious injuries after being attacked by a mob while transporting recovered hard drugs to the station in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident was contained in a post by security analyst, Zagazola Makama on his official X handle on Monday.According to the report, the attack occurred in the early h

'Why I’m Facing Death Threats' – NAFDAC DG, Prof. Adeyeye

The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has revealed that she is facing death threats due to her agency’s crackdown on major fake drug distribution networks in Kano, Idumota, Yaba, and Onitsha.Despite these threats, Adeyeye remains resolute in her mission to rid N
Ogun Monarch Expresses Disappointment Over ‘King Of Street’ Title Conferred On Portable

The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North local government area of Ogun State, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, has expressed disappointment over the conferment of “King of Street” chieftaincy title on the controversial singer, Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, popularly known as ‘Portable’ by the Olu of Itori, Oba Abdulfatai Akamo.Oba Akinyemi, in an open l

Police Speaks On Ritual Killings In Benue

Contrary to the news reports making rounds, the Benue State Police Command has said there is no record of ritual killings in the state.debunking the purported report, the State Command Spokesperson, CSP Catherine Anene who spoke in Makurdi, noted that although there are other crimes, there is no reported case of ritual killing in the state.Anene a
Elon Musk Appears To Back US Withdrawing From NATO And UN

Elon Musk has urged the US government to leave both the UN and NATO.The tech billionaire made the remarks in a post on X, formerly Twitter. Gunther Eagleman, a political commentator, who describes himself as a 'Proud America First MAGA Patriot', wrote 'It's time to leave NATO and the UN' in an X post on March 1.That messag

Lamborghini Fever Hits Nigeria As Mercy Eke, Sophia Egbueje Flaunt New Rides

The Nigerian public’s fascination with the trend of socialites flaunting their newly acquired luxury cars, specifically the Lamborghini Urus, has set social media platforms abuzz with visuals and pictures.Former Big Brother housemate Mercy Eke took to social media to unveil her new Lamborghini, which was decorated with balloons. She expressed he
Burna Boy: Funke Akindele Blasts Fan Who Asked Her When She Will Buy Lamborghini

Famous Nigerian actress and producer, Funke Akindele has blasted a fan who asked her when she intended to buy a Lamborghini car.The fan asked the question following the ongoing Lamborghini scandal involving singer Burna Boy.Gistmania recalls that socialite Sophia Egbueje last week accused Burna Boy of reneging on his promise to buy her a Lamborghi

Jude Okoye Granted Bail Amid Alleged N1.38 Billion Fraud Charges

Jude Okoye, the elder brother and former manager of the defunct music duo P-Square, has been granted bail ahead of his trial for alleged financial fraud. The court set his bail at N100 million following charges of laundering N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59, which he has pleaded “not guilty” to.Okoye was arraigned by the Economic and
Don’t Sacrifice Akpabio On Senator Natasha’s Allegation- Afenifere Warns

Afenifere, the Pan Yoruba Socio-political group, has cautioned the National Assembly against sacrificing the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, because of the allegation of sexual harassment leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti.A statement by the Organizing Secretary of the mainstream Yoruba group, Kole Omololu, said there should be a th

BREAKING: Lajide Adediran 'Jandor' Dumps PDP

The 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor has resigned his membership from the opposition party.While tendering his resignation in a letter at a press conference in Ikeja, Jandor noted that his next move would be known in a few months.Jandor, a Nigerian politic
Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Politicians For Prioritizing Frivolities Over Governance

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has criticized Nigeria’s political class for prioritizing frivolities over the nation’s critical challenges.In a statement on his X handle on Sunday, Obi described the current political landscape as an embarrassing spectacle, accusing leaders of turning governance into a reality TV s

Oyo Gov. Makinde To Host Sierra Leone President, Julius Bio Today

Governor Seyi Makinde will receive Sierra Leone’s President Julius Bio in Ibadan todayThis is contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Dr Suleimon Olanrewaju.The statement revealed that President Bio will visit the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Oyo. “President Bio and his team will experience
President Tinubu Celebrates Pastor Adeboye At 83

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), on his 83rd birthdayTinubu praised his unwavering faith, humility, and dedication to humanitarian service.In a statement shared on social media, Tinubu described Pastor Adeboye as a beacon of wisdom

American Singer, Chloe Bailey Unfollows Burna Boy On Instagram

American singer Chloe Bailey has quietly unfollowed alleged boyfriend Burnaboy with all the ongoing drama with the Lamborghini saga involving Sophia EgbuejeRecall Sophia had dragged the singer for failing to fulfill his promise after sleeping with her.She accused the singer of promising her a Lamborghini car in exchange for s3x.Seemingly reacting
"I Didn’t Realize How Privileged I Was While Growing Up" – DJ Cuppy

DJ Cuppy has opened up about her privileged background, revealing that she was initially unaware of her family’s immense wealthTaking to her X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, Cuppy shared a heartfelt reflection on how her upbringing shielded her from financial worries, making luxury feel like the norm.Acknowledging her evolving perspecti

Actor, Gabriel Afolayan’s Wife Pens Lovely Message To Celebrates His Birthday

Gabriel Afolayan’s wife, Abisoye Afolayan, has penned a sweet note to celebrate her husband’s birthdaySharing a lovely photo of herself and her husband, Abisoye eulogized her man and reflected on his lovely qualities.She wrote; “@gabbylucciii Oko miAde ori miEni bi okan miIfe aye miI always take time to reflect (a lot), and I mutter “thank
Adebanjo: ‘We All Have To Die One Day’ – Atiku Visits Home Of Late Afenifere Leader

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reminded everyone that death is unavoidable.He stated this during his visit to the home of late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, whose death he described as a monumental loss to Nigeria.Since his death, Pa Adebanjo’s home has received several other dignitaries.The likes of former Vice President Yemi Osi

Six Suspects In Police Net Over Alleged Killing Of Two Officers In Yobe

No fewer than six suspects have been arrested for killing two police officers at Kolere village in Fune Local Government Area of the state.Deputy Commissioner of Police, Operations, Yobe State Police Command, Abdu Abubakar Ozo, disclosed this to newsmen shortly after a routine State Security Council meeting, presided over by the state Deputy Gover
FG Inaugurates Committee To Curb Boat Mishaps In Nigeria

In a bid to enhance safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has inaugurated a Special Committee on the Prevention of Boat Mishaps in Nigeria. Speaking at the ceremony at the Ministry’s conference room, Oyetola emphasized the urgent need to stem the tide of tragic boat mishaps which

I Respect Afe Babalola, But My Legal Battle Isn’t Over Says Activist, Farotimi

Human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, has said that despite the withdrawal of criminal charges against him, he was still weighing options over his 21-day incarceration and legal battles.Speaking on The Duke Rants podcast published to YouTube weekend, Farotimi was asked what he would say if he met Chief Afe Babalola today.He said: “L
Army Eliminates Boko Haram Top Commander, Abba Alai In Borno

The Nigerian Army has eliminated a top Boko Haram commander, Abba Alai, also known as the Amirul Khahid of Alafa, in a coordinated military operation in Garin Fallujah and Gwoza, Borno State.The development was contained in a post by security analyst Zagazola Makama on his official X handle on Monday.According to him, troops of the 21 Armoured Bri

Video Of Davido And Chioma Out On A Dinner Date Stirs Emotions

Afrobeat singer Davido Adeleke, better known as Davido, made fans green with envy when he spoke about his wife, Chioma.The couple, who got married in a flamboyant ceremony in 2024 stepped out to eat and the video surfaced online.According to the Awuke crooner, his wife can get anything she wants.The two were seen loved up as they took pictures tog
Abu Radde, Bandits Kingpin’s Supporters Surrender Arms After Leader’s Death

Operation Fasan Yamma, OPFY, has reported that its troops in Katsina State have recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against banditry.It disclosed that a notorious bandit kingpin, Abu Radde and his fighters surrendered to security forces, releasing 10 kidnapped victims as part of a peace accord brokered by security agencies and local authori

Bitter Lamentation! “I Can’t Go Out Anymore” – Lady In Baltasar Egonga’s Video Cries Out

A lady in one of Baltasar Egonga’s 400 videos breaks down in tears as she laments being unable to go out without being shamed.Recall that last year, the Equatorial Guinea government official had made the rounds after over 400 videos of him had made the rounds.One of the ladies who appeared in the video has lamented over how her life had dramatic
Activist Adeyanju Advises Rivers Gov. Fubara To Resist Wike, Make Him Politically Irrelevant

Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju on Sunday charged Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State to resist the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike.This was as Adeyanju urged Fubara to make Wike politically irrelevant in Rivers State by 2027.Adeyanju made the call following the Supreme Court’s judgment that blocked federal allocations
Amid S3xual Allegation Saga, Deputy Chief Whip Defends Akpabio, Dismisses Natasha’s Allegations

Onyekachi Nwebonyi, the Senate Deputy Chief Whip, has dismissed the s*xual harassment allegations levelled against Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing them as politically motivated and an attempt to evade disciplinary action.In a statement obtained by PUNCH Online on Sunday, Nwebonyi argued that the c
Full Draw For FA Cup Quarter-Final Matches As Manchester United Crashes Out Via Penalty

Manchester City will travel to Bournemouth in the quarter-final of this season’s FA Cup.This follows the completion of the draw on Sunday, after the game at Old Trafford between Manchester United and Fulham. Manchester United’s turbulent season took another hit as they bowed out of the FA Cup following a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Fulha
I Am Begging, Tell My Father Inlaw To do The DNA Test Now - Mohbad’s Widow, Wunmi

Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, has once again spoken out, urging the public to tell her father-in-law to conduct a DNA test to confirm the paternity of her son, Liam. She expressed her frustration over the ongoing back-and-forth, stating that she has been ready for the test since 2023.This issue has been a subject of controversy since Mohbad’s passing