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![Actress Uche Ogbodo’s ID Card Showing Her Real Age Surfaces Amidst Doubt That She is 38yrs]()
Actress Uche Ogbodo’s ID Card Showing Her Real Age Surfaces Amidst Doubt That She is 38yrs
The controversy around Nigerian actress Uche Ogbodo's age began when she celebrated her birthday and stated that she was 38 years old. This claim was met with skepticism by many online users, who accused her of lying about her age. The backlash prompted Ogbodo to release a photo of her interna... -
![I Hope Peter Obi Does Not Express Interest in The Next Election - Wole Soyinka]()
I Hope Peter Obi Does Not Express Interest in The Next Election - Wole Soyinka
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has publicly criticized Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in Nigeria's 2023 election, claiming that Obi is "unfit" to lead the country. Soyinka's criticism extends to accusations that Obi is behind the online trolls who have di... -
![VIDEO: Fully Laden Fuel Tanker Goes up In Flame In NNPC Station Along Fadeyi Area in Lagos]()
VIDEO: Fully Laden Fuel Tanker Goes up In Flame In NNPC Station Along Fadeyi Area in Lagos
A fuel tanker caught fire at an NNPC fuel station in Fadeyi, Lagos State, on the night of May 23. The incident led to a significant blaze, causing extensive damage. Emergency services responded to the scene to contain the fire and prevent further spread. There are currently no detailed reports on t... -
![They Kidnapped Him – Soyinka Makes Shocking Claim About Nigerian Govt, Nnamdi Kanu]()
They Kidnapped Him – Soyinka Makes Shocking Claim About Nigerian Govt, Nnamdi Kanu
Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has stated that despite the inciteful statements made by the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, the Nigerian government made a mistake by detaining him. During a recent interview with Noble Nigeria, the literary icon highlighte... -
![Reactions Trail Online As FG Disembarks From Lagos-Calabar Highway Realignment]()
Reactions Trail Online As FG Disembarks From Lagos-Calabar Highway Realignment
At the 3rd Stakeholders Meeting for the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway, Minister of Works David Umahi announced that the FG will be diverting away from the proposed new alignment that would’ve destroyed ancestral lands in the Okun-Ajah community and possibly affected submarine cables.The Minister ... -
![She Wants To Hook Him With Pregnancy- Reactions As Paul Okoye & Ivy Ifeoma Are Expecting 1st Child Together]()
She Wants To Hook Him With Pregnancy- Reactions As Paul Okoye & Ivy Ifeoma Are Expecting 1st Child Together
There are rumours making rounds that Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye of Psquare and his girlfriend, Ivy Ifeoma are expecting their first child.According to reports online, the lovebirds, who have been dating for over two years, are expecting a baby. This would be the singer’s fourth child as he alrea... -
![Phyna In Tears As Big Brother Naija Refuses To Pay Her Winning Of Over N100 Million (VIDEO)]()
Phyna In Tears As Big Brother Naija Refuses To Pay Her Winning Of Over N100 Million (VIDEO)
Reality TV Star, Phyna, gets emotional on TikTok live, ask Nigerians to help her as BBN refuses to pay her and threatens that she cannot win them if she takes the matter up legally. The winner of the season 7 episode of the show has been calling them out on social media for defaulting in their paym... -
![Pupil Who Was Beaten To A Coma By Teacher In Anambra Dies]()
Pupil Who Was Beaten To A Coma By Teacher In Anambra Dies
A pupil of the Landmark International School, Mgbakwu in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Henry Okonkwo, who was reportedly beaten to a coma by a teacher has d!ed. It was gathered that the boy gave up the ghost in the early hours of Wednesday. A 30-year-old teacher at the school, ... -
![How My Ex-wife, Nabila Reacted After Discovering I Impregnated Another Lady – Oritsefemi]()
How My Ex-wife, Nabila Reacted After Discovering I Impregnated Another Lady – Oritsefemi
Nigerian musician, Oritsefemi has revealed how his ex-wife, sports journalist Nabila Fash reacted after finding out that he impregnated another lady. He spoke when he appeared on the ‘With Chude’ show. Oritsefemi recounted how he realized he had a third child through social media. According to ... -
![Court Stops Sanusi Lamido’s Reinstatement As Kano Emir]()
Court Stops Sanusi Lamido’s Reinstatement As Kano Emir
A Federal High Court in Kano has issued an order stopping the State Government from enforcing the Kano State Emirate Council Repeal Law. This move comes after Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, the Sarkin Dawaki Babba of the Kano Emirate, filed an application seeking to halt the enforcement of the law.... -
!['We Must Entertain Jobless People Online' -AY Makun Tells Alex Amid Claims They Are Expecting A Child]()
'We Must Entertain Jobless People Online' -AY Makun Tells Alex Amid Claims They Are Expecting A Child
Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, AY Makun has reacted to reports circulationg online that he is expecting a child with former BBNaija housemate, Alex Unusual.Recall that some rumors went viral that AY Makun was expecting a child with Alex Unusual which led to crisis in his marriage.After a long... -
![Chinese National Arrested Over Death Of Abia Female Employee]()
Chinese National Arrested Over Death Of Abia Female Employee
The Abia State Police Command has arrested a Chinese national, Gz Zhen, who was accused of pushing a female employee, Ocheze Munachi Ogbonna, to her death after she allegedly turned down his s3xual advances. Zhen, who is the manager of Inner Galaxy, a steel manufacturing company in Abia State, was ... -
![Policeman Allegedly Kills Father Of One Over Okada Accident In Abuja]()
Policeman Allegedly Kills Father Of One Over Okada Accident In Abuja
A trigger-happy police officer on patrol at Kubwa, Abuja, allegedly shot and killed a father of one, Onybuchi Anele, with a teargas canister after a minor incident involving a motorcyclist on Wednesday night. Leadership reports that the incident happened close to Haj Estate, where the deceased live... -
![TRAGEDY: Pupil Beaten To Coma By Teacher In Anambra School Dies]()
TRAGEDY: Pupil Beaten To Coma By Teacher In Anambra School Dies
A pupil of the Landmark International School, Mgbakwu in Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Henry Okonkwo, who was reportedly beaten to a coma by a teacher has diedIt was gathered that the boy gave up the ghost in the early hours of Wednesday.A 30-year-old teacher at the school, Fai... -
![Nigerian Govt Gives Update on Lifting of UAE Visa Ban on Citizens]()
Nigerian Govt Gives Update on Lifting of UAE Visa Ban on Citizens
The Federal Government has given an update concerning United Arab Emirates, UAE, visa ban on Nigerians. According to the government, the issue has been resolved, and an announcement will be made soon. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, made this known on Wednesday in a s... -
![Court Bars Abuja Hospital MD, Otabor Accused Of Organ Harvesting From Foreign Trips]()
Court Bars Abuja Hospital MD, Otabor Accused Of Organ Harvesting From Foreign Trips
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Zuba, Abuja, has prohibited Dr. Christopher Otabor, the Managing Director of Alliance Hospital in Abuja accused of organ harvesting, from leaving Nigeria until the conclusion of the ongoing case involving him and three of his employees. Recall that ... -
![How Ebonyi Varsity Student Allegedly Commits Suicide Out Of Depression Caused By A Lecturer]()
How Ebonyi Varsity Student Allegedly Commits Suicide Out Of Depression Caused By A Lecturer
A tragic incident reportedly occurred at Ebonyi State University, where a student allegedly took her own life due to depression attributed to the actions of a lecturer. In a profound act of grief and protest, the student's mother brought her daughter's body to the department at the univer... -
![I Cannot Solve FCT Problems In 200 Years – Wike]()
I Cannot Solve FCT Problems In 200 Years – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has stated that even if he is in charge for 200 years, he cannot solve all the problems in the nation's capital. He spoke in Abuja at the Ministerial Sectoral Updates as part of activities to mark President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s one y... -
![Lord Lamba Allegedly Fails to Appear in Child Custody Battle with Queen Mercy]()
Lord Lamba Allegedly Fails to Appear in Child Custody Battle with Queen Mercy
An update has been given concerning the court case involving Lord Lamba and Queen Mercy over child custody. It was gathered that the case was adjourned after the content creator allegedly failed to show up. Following Queen‘s engagement and now married to her husband, David, there have been contro... -
![A Husband Or Wife Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness – Sinach]()
A Husband Or Wife Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness – Sinach
Popular gospel singer, Sinach has spoken about marriage and relationship. In a recent interview, she shared her thoughts on life and marriage. According to the singer, she was never worried about being single and was prepared to face life alone if necessary. Recall that Sinach got married in her 40... -
![Singer, Davido Causes Stir Online As He Brags About His Inexhaustible Wealth]()
Singer, Davido Causes Stir Online As He Brags About His Inexhaustible Wealth
Notable singer, David ‘Davido‘ Adeleke has stirred a buzz online as he brags about his inexhaustible wealth. He took to his Twitter page to make a financial statement and give an idea about just how wealthy he is. The ‘Stand Strong’ crooner revealed that the amount of cash he has cannot be ... -
![Police Officer Detain For Killing Abuja Resident, Onyebuchi Anene]()
Police Officer Detain For Killing Abuja Resident, Onyebuchi Anene
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command, has detained the policeman who killed a resident, Onyebuchi Anene in Abuja. It was reported that the police officer shot and killed the father of one with a teargas canister after a minor incident involving a motorcyclist. The incident happened on Wed... -
![FG Officially Launches Pilot Phase Of Student Loan Scheme]()
FG Officially Launches Pilot Phase Of Student Loan Scheme
The pilot phase of the student loan scheme has been officially launched with federal tertiary institutions as beneficiaries. The scheme’s portal went live at 00:00 on May 24, with the fund encouraging students of federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges to apply. In an FAQ published via i... -
![I Have Hundreds Of First Class Graduates CVs Not Employable Says Emir Sanusi]()
I Have Hundreds Of First Class Graduates CVs Not Employable Says Emir Sanusi
On Thursday, May 23, Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 14th Emir of Kano, said a lot of first class graduates can’t get a job because they lack the right skills.Sanusi recalled telling Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State that he has hundreds of Curriculum Vitae, CVs, of first class students who lac... -
![How Security Guards Kill Commercial Driver, Adewale Olowolafe In Ondo]()
How Security Guards Kill Commercial Driver, Adewale Olowolafe In Ondo
Some private security guards have allegedly killed a driver, Adewale Olowolafe, along the Akure/ Ijare road in the Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State. Olowolafe was allegedly killed by the suspects along Ijare on Wednesday.It was learnt that the suspects are security guards in the area... -
![DJ Cuppy Announces As King Charles III Invites Her To A Reception At Buckingham Palace]()
DJ Cuppy Announces As King Charles III Invites Her To A Reception At Buckingham Palace
British monarch King Charles III has invited Nigerian disc jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, to a reception at Buckingham Palace in celebration of The King’s Trust Awards 2024.The billionaire heiress shared a copy of the invite via her X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday.Sh... -
![Police Arrest Man, Adegun Aboderin For ‘Unlawful Possession Of Gun’ In Lagos]()
Police Arrest Man, Adegun Aboderin For ‘Unlawful Possession Of Gun’ In Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command says its operatives have arrested one Adegun Aboderin, a 33-year-old male, over unlawful possession of a pistol. Aboderin was arrested in the Abule-Ado area of the state. The Lagos State Police Command spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the arrest in a post on... -
![Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Fumes As FG Bans ‘Money Rituals’ In Nollywood]()
Veteran Actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo Fumes As FG Bans ‘Money Rituals’ In Nollywood
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has kicked against FG's ban of money rituals in films. He joined other prominent figures in Nigeria’s movie industry to strongly oppose the government’s new restrictions. FG had put a restriction on rituals and other portrayals in films, music vide... -
![‘Phyna Doesn’t Deserve BBNaija Prize Money’ – BBN Star, Ahneeka Blows Hot]()
‘Phyna Doesn’t Deserve BBNaija Prize Money’ – BBN Star, Ahneeka Blows Hot
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Maryanne Ahneeka Iwuchukwu has berated the Season 7 winner, Phyna, for publicly calling out the organisers of the reality show over incomplete prizes.Gistmania reports that Phyna tearfully called out BBNaija organisers over unpaid 1BTC owed to her by one of the s... -
![AUDIO: Portable Shares Hilarious Chat With Famous Rapper, Wyclef Jean, Set To Collaborate]()
AUDIO: Portable Shares Hilarious Chat With Famous Rapper, Wyclef Jean, Set To Collaborate
The controversial street rapper, Portable Omolalomi has shared a chat he had with famous Haitian rapper, Wyclef Jean. This is as they are set to collaborate on a song. Taking to his Instagram story, Portable shared his chat with Wyclef Jean, appreciating his style of music and how he’s reco... -
![Police Arrest Man, Charles Chukwudi For Forging Lagos Magistrates’ Stamps, Impersonation]()
Police Arrest Man, Charles Chukwudi For Forging Lagos Magistrates’ Stamps, Impersonation
Detectives attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Lagos State Police Command, have arrested one Charles Chukwudi for allegedly forging Lagos margistrates’ courts stamps and impersonation. The 48-year-old suspect, it was learnt was arrested following discreet investigation... -
![Groom Left Tongues Wagging After Being Spotted Fixated On His Phone During His Traditional Wedding]()
Groom Left Tongues Wagging After Being Spotted Fixated On His Phone During His Traditional Wedding
A groom has left tongues wagging on social media after he was spotted fixated on his phone during his traditional wedding ceremony. The incident happened as the groom and his bride were about to take a photoshoot. After his bride muttered some words to him, he then dropped the phone and gazed at th... -
![VIDEO: Horrifying Moment Lady Confronts Trader For Adding Sniper To Stockfish]()
VIDEO: Horrifying Moment Lady Confronts Trader For Adding Sniper To Stockfish
A Nigerian lady has expressed shock after catching a trader allegedly adding a deadly pesticide, Sniper to stockfish. The lady observed the incident while shopping at the market. When she complained and asked him why he was adding the pesticide to food, he retorted by telling her to either leave or... -
![Suspected Bandits Reportedly Kill Moniepoint Training Officer In Zamfara]()
Suspected Bandits Reportedly Kill Moniepoint Training Officer In Zamfara
A Moniepoint training officer has been killed by suspected bandits in Zamfara State. According to one Umar Lawan Hassan, the victim identified was shot dead by the assailants on Thursday morning, May 23, 2024. Details of the incident are still sketchy at the time of filing this report. “Innalill... -
![Enugu Man Recounts How Rampaging Gunmen Killed His Wife, Mother Of 6 Near Police Checkpoint]()
Enugu Man Recounts How Rampaging Gunmen Killed His Wife, Mother Of 6 Near Police Checkpoint
Mr. Obinna Chukwuka, the husband of the late Mrs. Ukamaka, who tragically lost her life on May 10, 2024, during a gun battle between police officers and suspected armed bandits, has shared his account of the incident.The bloody attack, which occurred at a police checkpoint along Presidential Road b... -
![Teenager Who Couldn’t Get Admission Into UNILAG After Scoring 320 In JAMB, Gets 2 Scholarship In US]()
Teenager Who Couldn’t Get Admission Into UNILAG After Scoring 320 In JAMB, Gets 2 Scholarship In US
A Nigerian man has taken to Twitter to narrate how his sister-in-law who scored 320 was denied admission into UNILAG. However, the young lady later got two fully funded scholarships to a U.S. university. Arinze Odira took to his Twitter page to share the story and wrote: “My sister-in-law is an ... -
![BREAKING: 5 Emirate Abolished As Sanusi Lamido Sanusi Is Reinstated As Emir Of Kano]()
BREAKING: 5 Emirate Abolished As Sanusi Lamido Sanusi Is Reinstated As Emir Of Kano
The Kano State House of Assembly has enacted a significant second amendment to the Kano State Emirate Council Law, a move that will dissolve all five emirates in the state.According to Leadership, this decision followed discussions during a plenary session on Thursday, May 23, which Speaker Hon. Is... -
![Mohbad's Dad Makes Shocking Accusation Against Daughter-In-Law & Mother Of Mohbad In New Video]()
Mohbad's Dad Makes Shocking Accusation Against Daughter-In-Law & Mother Of Mohbad In New Video
In a shocking revelation that spread like wildfire on social media, Mohbad’s father made a series of accusations against his daughter-in-law and ex-wife, the mother of the late singer. In a heartfelt video that went viral, the grieving father shared astonishing claims, suggesting that his son’s... -
![Actor, Timini Egbuson Becomes Highest Grossing Actor]()
Actor, Timini Egbuson Becomes Highest Grossing Actor
Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson has become the highest grossing actor in AfricaTaking to his Instagram page to celebrate his win, he wrote; “Hard work, your support and the grace of God brought me here.Feeling super grateful for the amazing life I’ve been given. All thanks to Baba God for all t... -
![BBN Star, Ahneeka Applauds Peter Okoye For Being Transparent About His Hair Transplant]()
BBN Star, Ahneeka Applauds Peter Okoye For Being Transparent About His Hair Transplant
Ex-BBNaija housemate, Ahneeka has hailed singer, Peter Okoye for his transparency about undergoing a cosmetic procedure.The musician had announced that he underwent a successful hair transplant procedure in Istanbul, Turkey.In an Instagram story on Wednesday, May 22, the television presenter questi...
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