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Footballer,Kayode Olanrewaju's Wife, Dora Breaks Silence On Allegations Of Paternity Fraud
Dora Ezinne Kayode speaks up on accusations of paternity fraud, reveals no DNA test was carried out while also alleging that her husband is mentally unstable.The lawyer who is married to Nigerian footballer, Kayode Olanrewaju was accused of having an affair with UK pastor, Tobi Adegboyega.Only rece... -
Amsterdam Police Detain Singer, Nicki Minaj For "Carrying Drugs" (Videos)
Nicki Minaj has been detained in Amsterdam by police officers who accused her of "carrying drugs".The rapper is billed to perform at Co-op live in Manchester today, May 25, but she expressed fears that she won't make it on time if she's not released to fly to Manchester.She took... -
Emirate Time Bomb, Hold FG Responsible For Violence In Kano – Atiku Reveals
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has said that the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government would be held responsible if violence breaks out in Kano State over the emirate crisis.Atiku said Tinubu’s government was inviting anarchy to... -
Manchester United Beats All Odds, Defeats Manchester City 2-1 To Win FA Cup
Manchester United football club of England put up a superb display to beat Manchester City 2-1 in the final of the FA Cup at the Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 25.The under-pressure Erik Ten Hag coached his side to score twice in the first half through youngsters Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mai... -
Former Manchester United Skipper, Wayne Rooney Appointed New Manager Of Plymouth Argyle
Former England and Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney, has been named the new manager of Championship side Plymouth Argyle. This appointment marks the fourth managerial role in Rooney’s budding coaching career, which has yet to mirror the success he enjoyed on the pitch.In a statement releas... -
National Hajj Commission Announces Airlift Of 18,906 Pilgrims To Saudi Arabia
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully airlifted a total of 18,906 pilgrims for the 2024/1445 Holy Pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. This update was disclosed in the Commission’s Day 11 airlift report on Saturday.According to the Commission, the airlifting of these pilgrims w... -
Minister Of Power, Adebayo Adelabu Promises Future Reduction In Electricity Tariffs
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that electricity tariffs will decrease significantly over time, offering hope for a more affordable energy future. Speaking during the presentation of his ministerial scorecard on Friday, May 24, Adelabu characterized the current tariff ... -
President Tinubu Begins National Project Commissioning To Mark One Year In Office
President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Saturday for Lagos to kick off a series of project inaugurations marking the first anniversary of his administration. This commissioning tour, starting on Sunday and running through Friday, will see the President unveiling key infrastructure projects across t... -
Why People Shouldn’t Forgive Cheating Partners - Pastor Femi Emmanuel Reveals
Popular clergyman, Pastor Femi Emmanuel gives marriage counsel as he advises people not to forgive their cheating partners.During his recent sermon, the presiding Pastor of Livingspring Chapel International advised people not to marry people who are always hiding their phones and acting suspiciousl... -
DSS, Security Forces Surround Kano's Kofar Kudd Palace Housing Emir Muhammadu Sanusi
In a dramatic turn of events, top security operatives have converged on the Kofar Kudd Palace, where Emir Muhammadu Sanusi is currently residing. This move comes amidst significant political upheaval in the ancient city of Kano.Governor Abba Yusuf has reinstated Emir Sanusi, who returned to the pal... -
Mother Of Four Gets Murdered Inside A Hotel In Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the gruesome murder of a middle-aged woman in a hotel within the Sokoto metropolis. The incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community, involved the woman being killed in a hotel room where she allegedly accompanied her killer.In a telephone ... -
Nigerian Football Stars Shine Bright: Lookman & Boniface Eye CAF Player Of the Year
Following Victor Osimhen's historic win at the 2023 African Player of the Year awards, ending Nigeria’s 24-year drought, the exceptional performances of Nigerian players in the 2023/24 season suggest that the nation could secure the prestigious title once again in 2024.Two Nigerian footballe... -
I Took Break From Acting Because I Was Perceived As A ‘Bad Guy' - Nollywood Legend, Segun Arinze Opens Up About Career & Personal Struggles
In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Nollywood actor Zack Orji recounted his experiences and challenges in the film industry. The interview, shared on Instagram on Thursday, delved into the highs and lows of his career, including the impact of his famous role in the 1996 fil... -
Nigerian Army Officer, Charles Ogbonna Kidnapped Near Makurdi Barracks, N5m Ransom Demanded
In a distressing turn of events, Charles Ogbonna, a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) in the Nigerian Army, has been abducted by unknown gunmen near an army barracks in Makurdi, the state capital. The incident was confirmed by military sources to SaharaReporters.Ogbonna's identity card wa... -
Two Women Killed By Lightning Strike In FESTAC, Lagos
In a tragic incident, two women lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a rainstorm in the FESTAC area of Lagos State. The news was confirmed by Lagos State Police spokesman, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a post on his X handle (@benHundeyin) on Saturday. According to Hundeyin, the light... -
"Nigerians To Enjoy Home Delivery Of Passports Starting June" - Minister Of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
The announcement was made during Tunji-Ojo's inspection of the electronic gates at the new terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Friday.Tunji-Ojo highlighted that the passport home delivery service aims to streamline the process for citizens, eliminating the need for... -
"We Will Respect Court Order Halting The Reinstatement Of Sanusi II As Emir"— Kano Police (Video)
The Kano State Police Command has announced its commitment to abide by a court order restraining the appointment of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi as the Emir of Kano.In a press briefing held on Saturday, May 25, Commissioner of Police Muhammad Usaini Gumel affirmed that the command is complying with the cou... -
Fuel Tanker Explosion Causes Massive Gridlock On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Video)
A fuel tanker explosion occurred on Saturday along the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leading to a significant traffic gridlock.The explosion reportedly happened after the tanker fell on the highway, causing panic and severe disruptions in traffic flow. Eyewitnesses described the scene ... -
Blaze Engulfs Iconic Cartege Cinema In Asaba, Delta State (Video)
In a devastating turn of events, the iconic Cartege Cinema, a beloved landmark in Asaba, Delta State, was engulfed in flames yesterday evening, sending shockwaves through the local community and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.Eyewitnesses reported thick plumes of smoke billowing from th... -
Kidnapping Victim, Akponye Alphonsus Sues Private Bus Company For Negligence Leading To Abduction
Akponye Alphonsus, a recent kidnapping victim, has filed a lawsuit against a private bus company, alleging negligence that led to his abduction. Alphonsus claims that on March 31, 2024, he purchased a ticket at the bus company’s Abuja park for an 8 am departure, with an expected arrival time of 5... -
Nigeria Customs Service Intercepts Illicit Wildlife Shipment To Vietnam
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully intercepted a 40-foot container loaded with illicit wildlife products destined for Vietnam. This significant seizure, carried out by the NCS's Special Wildlife Office, led to the arrest of three suspects connected to the crime, barely six week... -
Kaduna Police Capture Notorious Bandit Accomplice, Muhammad Bello & Rescue Kidnapped Victims
The Kaduna State Police Command has announced the capture of Muhammad Bello, a notorious bandit known to be an accomplice of the infamous Dogo Haliru. This successful operation followed the rescue of three kidnapped individuals who were abducted along the Kindandan-Dogon Dawa Road in the Birnin Gwa... -
"It Is Not By Being Muscular"- Blessing Okoro Threatens To Beat Up Verydarkman Amid Ongoing Feud
Popularly known as Blessing CEO, self-proclaimed relationship expert Blessing Okoro has issued a stern warning to Martin Otse, also known as Verydarkman, threatening physical confrontation if he provokes her further.The ongoing online dispute between Blessing CEO and Verydarkman has attracted signi... -
NAFDAC Cracks Down On Drug Hawkers In FCT, Seals Three Shops
On Friday, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) intensified its crackdown on illegal drug activities by sealing three shops in the Kpaduma Community 2, Asokoro District, and Nyanya Motor Park within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).This enforcement action fol... -
Nigeria Customs Intercepts Drugs Worth N24 Million At Kebbi Borders
The collaborative efforts of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in the Northwest region have yielded significant results with the interception of drugs worth over N24 million at the Kangiwa and Bachaka borders in Kebbi State.According to Comptroller Aminu Abubakar Danmusa, the coordinator of the bor... -
Jigawa Police Arrest Man For Defrauding Friend Of N1.94 Million in Fake Dollar Exchange
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Abubakar Ibrahim, for defrauding his friend of N1,942,000 under the pretense of exchanging the amount for United States Dollars (USD).Police spokesperson DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed the arrest in a statement issued to DAILY POST. A... -
HEARTBREAKING! Footballer, Kayode Olanrewaju's 3 Children Allegedly Belongs To Pastor Adegboyega As DNA Reveals
Nigerian international footballer Kayode Olanrewaju, known for his time as a forward at Manchester City, is facing a devastating personal crisis that could see him lose almost everything he has worked for throughout his career. Shocking revelations have surfaced suggesting that Kayode may not be th... -
Mohbad Was Using My Glory to Excel in His Music Career – Mohbad’s Father Claims
Mr. Aloba, the father of the late musician Mohbad, revealed in a recent video that his son leveraged his own success to gain fame in Nigeria prior to his passing.In the video, Mr. Aloba shared that Wunmi’s pastor, Mohbad’s widow, informed the family that the late musician had been utilizing his... -
Man, Osazee Kenneth Convicted & Jailed For Spraying Naira Notes at a Funeral in Edo
Osazee Kenneth Imagbenikaro has been convicted by Justice C.A. Obiozor of the Federal High Court in Benin City for the offense of spraying naira notes at a funeral ceremony on April 28, 2023. Imagbenikaro admitted guilty to the charges brought against him, which were based on Section 21(3) of the C... -
Shocking Moment a Trader Was Caught Spraying Sniper on The Stockfish in Lagos Market (Video)
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... -
Nigeria Army Dismisses Four Soldiers Over Killing of NSCDC Officer in Niger State
The Niger State Police Command has paraded four dismissed soldiers arrested over the killing of an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Kingsley Chimetalo. Spokesperson of the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday, May 24, 2024, said the ... -
You Have No Future Here - Lagos Labour Party Spokesperson, Ife Salako Tackles Wole Soyinka (VID)
In the video he shared via his social media page, Ife Salako criticized Wole Soyinka for contributing to the country's problems instead of helping resolve them, considering his age and influence. He accused the Nobel laureate of supporting an individual with a camp that includes killers, drug ... -
Thousands of GMO Mosquitos Released in Djibouti To Eliminate Mosquitoes Causing Malaria
Genetically engineered mosquitoes have been released in the tiny East African country of Djibouti to combat a surge in malaria infections caused by an invasive vector.This initiative started on Thursday, comes as Djibouti, one of Africa’s smallest nations with just over a million residents, grapp... -
Former Abia State First Lady, Odochi Orji Dumps PDP
There's quite a political shake-up happening in Abia State. The departure of both the former First Lady, Mrs. Odochi Orji, and her son, Chinedum Orji, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could indeed signal a significant shift in the state's political landscape. Their decisions to lea... -
How Will This National Anthem Bill Help to Solve Hunger, Insecurity?- Rep Member, Ahmad Satomi Challenges His Colleagues
A video of a member of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Satomi, challenging his colleagues over the National Anthem bill has made the rounds on social media.In the video, Senator Satomi who represents Jere Federal constituency, Borno state, asked his colleagues how Nigeria reverting to the old N... -
Minister, Uju Kennedy Makes U-Turn, Donates to Mass Wedding For 100 Orphaned Girls in Niger
The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, recently announced scholarships and distributed various gifts to 100 orphaned girls in Niger State. This initiative took place ahead of a mass wedding sponsored by Abdulmalik Sarkindaji, the Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly.Initially,... -
Man, Onybuchi Anele Di£s After Police Allegedly Shot Him in The Face With T£argas in Abuja
A father of one, identified as Onybuchi Anele, has passed away after he was allegedly sh%t with a t£argas canister by a policeman in Abuja.It was gathered that he the tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, May 22, while Anele was returning from work.Narrating what transpired, an eyewitness who spo... -
Kano Residents Gripped By Tension As Gov Yusuf Orders Arrest Of Deposed Emir, Ado Bayero
Tension has gripped Kano State following reports of the alleged forcible return of deposed Emir Aminu Ado Bayero.This is as the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has ordered his immediate arrest.Daily Post reports that the governor, his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam and other top gove... -
Julius Abure Suspended As Labour Party's National Chairman
Julius Abure, the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has been suspended from the party in Ward 3 in Arue-Uromi, in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State.The party cited alleged high-handedness and anti-party activities.A letter of suspension dated May 14, 2024, and another let... -
Women Remain More Unfaithful Than Men In Relationship – Singer, Seun Kuti Declares
Controversial Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti has claimed that women are more unfaithful in relationships and marriages than men.He said the notion that men cheat more than women was a propaganda.The maverick singer spoke on the ‘Bahd & Boujee’ Podcast co-hosted by reality star Tolanibaj and a...
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