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Benin Kingdom Suspends Five Functionaries For ‘Unauthorised’ Visit To Ooni Of Ife
In a recent development, the Benin Traditional Council (BTC) has announced the suspension of five functionaries in the Benin Kingdom, citing their involvement in sacrilegious behavior contrary to Benin customs and traditions.According to a statement released by the BTC and signed by the Iyase (Prim... -
Nigerian Afrobeat Sensation, Rema Calls Out Mavin Records Over "Fake" PR, Denies New Project
Nigerian Afrobeat sensation, Rema, has stirred controversy on social media with a series of tweets lambasting his record label, Mavin Records, over what he perceives as "fake" publicity.The drama unfolded when Mavin Records, via their official Twitter account, announced that Rema was gear... -
Man Dies After Jumping Into Lagos Lagoon While Fleeing Mob For Allegedly Stealing Bags Of Cement
A tragic incident unfolded at the Lekki/Ikoyi Link Bridge in Lagos as a man identified as Azeez reportedly lost his life after jumping into the Lagos lagoon while being pursued by a mob for purportedly stealing bags of cement.According to reports from the Director of the Lagos State Emergency Manag... -
Iraqi Parliament Passes Law Criminalizing Same-Sex Relations & Gender Identity
In a controversial move, the Iraqi parliament has approved legislation imposing severe penalties for same-sex relations and gender identity, sparking outrage among human rights activists and LGBTQ+ advocates.Under the newly passed bill, individuals found guilty of engaging in same-sex relations cou... -
Life Coach, Solomon Buchi Warns Against Pornography In Christian Marriages
In a recent statement, self-proclaimed life coach Solomon Buchi has emphasized the detrimental effects of pornography on Christian couples, asserting that it should not be utilized as a source of sexual education.Taking to his social media platform, Buchi conveyed his staunch opposition to pornogra... -
Fuel Scarcity Grips Sokoto: Black Market Price Hits N2,000 Amidst Residents' Pleas
As the grip of fuel scarcity tightens in certain regions of the country, residents in the Sokoto metropolis are facing exorbitant prices for petrol, with some black market vendors charging as much as N2,000 to N2,500 per litre.The dire situation has left many residents grappling with the economic f... -
Lady Who Worked As A Maid In Saudi Arabia Narrates Her Harrowing Ordeal As Boss Impregnates Her (Video)
In a heart-wrenching revelation, Faith Wambui, a Kenyan woman who worked as a maid in Saudi Arabia, has come forward to share her traumatic experience of exploitation and abuse at the hands of her Saudi Arabian employer.Speaking exclusively to Tuko, Wambui detailed the agonizing challenges she endu... -
Gospel Artist Buchi Atuonwu Recounts How He Was On The Verge Of Being Killed By Firing Squad (Video)
Renowned Nigerian gospel singer Buchi Atuonwu has shared a gripping account of his brush with death, revealing how he narrowly escaped execution by firing squad and pledged his life to serving God in gratitude for his deliverance.In an exclusive interview with Channels Television, the award-winning... -
Wunmi Ajiboye Reunites With Estranged Husband, Segun Ogungbe, Days After Dragging Him (Video)
Nollywood actress, Wunmi Ajiboye has reunited with her estranged husband and father of her kids, Segun Ogungbe.The former couple put up a tough front on the set of a movie project, Iyunade produced by their colleague, Zainab Bakare.In a video captured online, the estranged couple be seen in the spa... -
Reality Star, Bisola Aiyeola Super Excited As She Meets Hollywood Actor Idris Elba
Nollywood actress Bisola Aiyeola took to Instagram to share a how excited she was about meeting Hollywood actor Idris Elba.According to Bisola’s post, Idris Elba had directed a movie, in which she was featured. The Hollywood actor has been involved in a lot of African movie projects for a while n... -
Anambra Police Arrest 16 Cultists, Hunt Down 21 Others
The Anambra State Police Command has made significant strides in curbing cult-related violence, with the arrest of 16 notorious cultists and the declaration of 21 others as wanted individuals.SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the command's spokesman, revealed in a statement issued in Awka on Saturday that t... -
Nigerian Lady Sparks Reactions As She Shows Off Her Lengthy Tongue That Stretches to Her Nose (VID)
A video of a woman showing off her incredibly lengthy tongue has surfaced online, eliciting responses from netizens.While some people have small, medium, or huge tongues, the lady’s viral video has gained popularity online. In the popular video, the middle-aged woman was seen showcasing her unusu... -
Lagos State Government Seals 5 Churches, 19 Hotels, Others Over Environmental Pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed at least five churches and 19 hotels over noise pollution between March 23 and April 26.Also, no fewer than four markets and shopping complexes have been temporarily closed.The churches include St Monica’s Hall of Our Lady of Lor... -
Actress Angela Okorie Slams Zubby Michael For Mourning Late Colleague Junior Pope
Nollywood actress, Angel Okorie has continued to drag her male counterpart Zubby Micheal over manner by which the later had mourned their late colleague, Junior Pope, who passed on by drowning while returning from movie location.Recall that Angela had called out Zubby on several occasions for not m... -
Rising Singer, Chadreek Cries Out,Seeks Refund of N1.5m He Paid Portable to Appear in His Music (VID)
A video of an emerging musician known as Chadreek criticizing controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable Zazu, is trending online.The budding musician spoke about how he got N1.5 million in donations to pay Portable to feature in his song video.He alleged, however, that only hours... -
VIDEO: BBNaija Winner, Miracle Igbokwe Graduates With Distinction From US Aeronautical Varsity
The winner of the 2018 Big Brother Naija ‘Double Wahala’ show, Miracle Igbokwe, has graduated with distinction from the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida, USA.The reality TV star disclosed this on his Instagram story on Friday, sharing a video of the moment he climbed the stage to r... -
HAPPENING NOW! Death Recorded As Gas Explosion Rocks Abeokuta, Ogun State
A gas tanker explosion has occured at Ita-Oshin area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. A vehicle heading towards Abeokuta main city from the Obada-Oko axis appeared to have lost control, forcing the driver to hit the median before the explosion which caused panic for people in the area.Although no official ... -
NATCOM Director-General, Adegbenro Detained by Police In Abuja For Alleged Fraud, Impersonation
The Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) of the Nigeria Police Force has reportedly arrested Adejare Adegbenro, the Director-General of the National Commission against the Proliferation of Arms, Light Weapons, and Pipeline Vandalism (NATCOM), for alleged fraudulent activities, according to Sahar... -
Shake-Up In EFCC As Olukoyede Appoints Chief Of Staff, 14 Directors
The chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has appointed Michael Nzekwe as his chief of staff.As part of a restructuring drive, Olukoyede upgraded all the zonal commands of the EFCC to departments and appointed 14 new directors.A statement by Dele Oyewale, E... -
"How I Was Stylishly Set Out Of My Husband’s House The Same Day He Was Buried” - Late Actor, Ajigijaga's Widow (CVideo)
In a shocking revelation, the widow of the late Yoruba actor, Ajigijaga, has opened up about her harrowing ordeal, alleging that she was discreetly ejected from her husband's house on the same day he was laid to rest.In an exclusive interview with GistMania, the bereaved widow, whose name is w... -
Nigeria Loses Title As Africa’s Largest Economy; Slips To Fourth Place
Nigeria's economic landscape witnessed a significant shift as it relinquished its position as Africa's largest economy, falling to fourth place behind South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria, according to the latest forecast by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).The IMF's World Economic ... -
Nigerian Woman Passes Away Shortly After Childbirth, Laid To Rest On Same Day (Video)
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a Nigerian woman tragically passed away shortly after giving birth to a healthy baby, and she was laid to rest on the very same day as her child's arrival.The devastating news surfaced on social media through a poignant post shared by a close family member wh... -
Nigerian Singer, Ruger Reveals Ownership Of Firearms
Michael Adebayo Olayinka, widely known as Ruger, the Blown Boy boss, has made a surprising revelation about possessing two firearms during a recent interview.In a conversation with content creator Timi Agbaje, Ruger opened up about the inspiration behind his stage name, linking it directly to a fir... -
Nigerian Man Arrested For Allegedly Orchestrating Wife's Murder In Abuja
In a shocking turn of events, a Nigerian man has been apprehended for allegedly masterminding the murder of his wife, sending shockwaves through the Police Estate community in Kurudu, Abuja.According to police reports, two other suspected accomplices are currently in custody in connection to the he... -
Police Arrest Ritualist Gang, Including A Traditonal Ruler Behind Gruesome Murders In Lagos
In a significant breakthrough, the Lagos State Police Command has apprehended ten individuals suspected to be part of a criminal gang involved in grave exhumation and human sacrifices for ritualistic purposes.Among those arrested was an 85-year-old traditional ruler from Benin Republic, Yusuf Lawal... -
Yahaya Bello Disputes Allegations Of Misappropriating State Funds For Children's School Fees
Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has vehemently denied allegations suggesting that he utilized state funds amounting to $720,000 to pay for his children's school fees.Bello's rebuttal comes in response to claims made by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission... -
Movie Producer Stanley Nwoko Refers Inquirers To Late Actor Jnr Pope's Brother Over Obituary Queries
'Amidst questions regarding the absence of the title 'Husband' in the obituary poster of late actor JohnPaul Odonwodo, also known as Jnr Pope, movie producer Stanley Nwoko has directed concerned Nigerians to seek clarification from the deceased actor's brother.The family of the ... -
55-yr-Old Man, Ahmadu Usman Arrested In Katsina For Culpable Homicide In Botched Delivery
[size=10pt] File photo [/size] The Katsina State Command of the Nigerian Police Force has apprehended a 55-year-old man, Ahmadu Usman, from Farfari village, Batagarawa LGA, Katsina, in connection with a suspected case of culpable homicide.According to the command’s spokesman, ASP Abubakar ... -
Reality Star, Tacha Expresses Frustration With Nigerian Men, Eyes South African Suitors
Natacha Anita Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has stirred a conversation about her romantic preferences, expressing weariness with Nigerian men and indicating an interest in dating South African suitors.During a recent episode of her Big Friday Show on Cool FM in Lagos, the reality TV star-turned-... -
Tragic Tanker Explosion Claims Five Lives, Engulfs Over 70 Vehicles In Rivers State
A devastating tanker explosion along the Eleme section of the East-West Road in Rivers State on Friday night has resulted in five confirmed fatalities and the destruction of more than 70 vehicles, reports The PUNCH.Initial reports had indicated that at least four individuals were feared dead in the... -
Joint Security Operation Claims Lives Of Three Notorious Bandit Leaders In Zamfara
In the fight against insurgency in Zamfara State, joint security forces, including the Security Intelligence and Militia Joint Task Force, have reportedly neutralized three notorious bandit kingpins.The operation, which took place in Tidibale and Gangara villages of Isa and Sabon Birnin local gover... -
NSCDC Busts Illegal Lithium Mining Ring In Nasarawa, Arrests Four Chinese Nationals
In a decisive operation, the Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have apprehended four Chinese nationals at an illicit mining site notorious for trading lithium in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.The NSCDC spokesman, Babawale Afolabi, revealed this d... -
Fifteen-Yr-Old Girl, Halimat Tajudeen Vanishes After Bank Errand: Family Appeals For Help
The unsettling disappearance of 15-year-old Princess Halimat Tajudeen has left her family in distress as they seek answers about her whereabouts.Halimat was last seen on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, around 5:20 pm, when she embarked on a routine errand to the bank on behalf of her mother, Stella Timo... -
American School Abuja Refunds $760,910 To EFCC In Former Kogi State Gov., Yahaya Bello's Case (Photos)
In a significant development in the ongoing investigation involving former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, the American International School of Abuja has refunded $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).The refund stems from a larger sum of $845,852, allegedly paid by B... -
EFCC Cracks Down On Currency Fraud: 34 Suspected Speculators Arrested In Abuja (Photos)
In a significant operation targeting currency fraud, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), working in collaboration with the Taskforce on Currency Mutilation and Forex Malpractice, have apprehended 34 individuals suspected of engaging in illegal foreign exchange activit... -
Nigerian Singer, Davido Claims Family Powers Nigeria With Electricity Empire
Renowned Nigerian artist, David Adeleke, known as Davido, recently stirred waves by asserting his family's pivotal role in energizing a significant portion of Nigeria through their power ventures.In a candid revelation during an appearance on the American podcast 'Business Untitled,'... -
"Why I left Styl Plus" - Former Styl-Plus Member, Tunde Akinsanmi Clarifies Departure
Tunde Akinsanmi, once the lead vocalist of the renowned RnB group Styl-Plus, has addressed speculations surrounding his departure from the band, asserting that it was not motivated by greed.In a recent interview, Tunde shed light on his decision to part ways with Styl-Plus back in 2018, emphasizing... -
Controversial Pastor, Indaboski Bahoose Pledges To Bolster Naira, Targets Dollar Crash On Return From UK Show (Video)
Upon his return to Nigeria following a highly publicized event in the United Kingdom, Pastor Chukwuemeka Odumeje, popularly known as Indaboski Bahoose, has set tongues wagging with his ambitious pledge to once again influence the currency markets, vowing to fortify the Naira and drive down the Doll... -
Pregnant Woman Gives Birth In Captivity: Husband Pays N1.6 Million Ransom For Release
In a harrowing incident that unfolded last Monday, a pregnant woman identified as Chinwendu Igwe was reportedly abducted while en route to the hospital for delivery. Sources indicate that the abduction took place in Egede, Udi local government area of Enugu State, plunging the family into a nightma... -
"How I Want To Be Buried" - Rapper, Erigga Unveils Unconventional Burial Wish (Video)
Renowned rapper Erigga, born Erhiga Agarivbie, recently made headlines by disclosing his unconventional burial request, outlining specific details of how he wishes to be laid to rest upon his demise.In a candid revelation shared via social media platform X, Erigga provided insights into his unique ...
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