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![BREAKING! Veteran Nigerian Actor, Olu Jacobs Passes Away At 81]()
BREAKING! Veteran Nigerian Actor, Olu Jacobs Passes Away At 81
The Nigerian entertainment industry is in mourning following the news that veteran actor Olu Jacobs has reportedly passed away at the age of 81. The iconic actor, known for his exceptional talent and contributions to Nollywood, died on Sunday morning after a long battle with an undisclosed illness.... -
![Armed Robbers Target RCCG Pastor, Steal Car & Valuables Worth N10 Million In Ogun]()
Armed Robbers Target RCCG Pastor, Steal Car & Valuables Worth N10 Million In Ogun
Olanrewaju Agboola, a pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, was the latest victim of a robbery spree plaguing the Aseese community in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area. Armed robbers broke into his home and made off with his car and other valuables totaling N10 million.The incident ... -
![Hotelier, Malachy Chukwu Commits Suicide After His Hotel Got Demolished In Anambra State]()
Hotelier, Malachy Chukwu Commits Suicide After His Hotel Got Demolished In Anambra State
In a tragic turn of events, Malachy Chukwu, a hotelier in Anambra State, has reportedly taken his own life following the demolition of his hotel. The property, located in Ifite-Nteje community in Oyi Local Government Area, was destroyed by suspected local youths, leading to widespread unrest.Chukwu... -
![Peter Obi Urges President Tinubu To Release IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu]()
Peter Obi Urges President Tinubu To Release IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu
Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has publicly appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Addressing journalists in Onitsha on Saturday, Obi highlighted the need for ... -
![NDLEA Intercepts N7.3bn Codeine Consignments As Two Excrete 150 Cocaine Wraps In Lagos (Photos)]()
NDLEA Intercepts N7.3bn Codeine Consignments As Two Excrete 150 Cocaine Wraps In Lagos (Photos)
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant interceptions and arrests across Nigeria, including the seizure of a massive codeine shipment valued at over N7.35 billion.The NDLEA intercepted 6,125 cartons of codeine syrup, containing a total of 1,050,000 bottles, at the Port... -
![BORNO SUICIDE ATTACKS! "30 People Were Killed, Over 100 Others Injured"- Emir of Gwoza Confirms]()
BORNO SUICIDE ATTACKS! "30 People Were Killed, Over 100 Others Injured"- Emir of Gwoza Confirms
In a tragic series of events, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, the Emir of Gwoza, reported multiple suicide attacks in Gwoza town on Saturday. The coordinated attacks targeted a wedding reception and a burial ceremony, causing widespread panic and devastation in the community. The Emir revealed ... -
![UK Prison Officer Who Had S*x With Prisoner Is A Married Woman Who Has An Onlyfans Account]()
UK Prison Officer Who Had S*x With Prisoner Is A Married Woman Who Has An Onlyfans Account
In a shocking revelation, Linda De Sousa Abreu, a 29-year-old prison officer at HMP Wandsworth, has been embroiled in a scandal after a segxwally explicit video surfaced online, showing her engaging in intimate acts with an inmate. The scandalous video, which quickly went viral, captured Linda... -
![Burna Boy Receives Brit Billion Plaque For Surpassing 1 Billion Streams In The UK (Video)]()
Burna Boy Receives Brit Billion Plaque For Surpassing 1 Billion Streams In The UK (Video)
Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy has once again made headlines, this time for becoming the first African artist to sell out the iconic London Stadium twice. The 80,000-capacity venue, known for hosting some of the biggest names in music, witnessed record-breaking crowds during Burna Boy's pe... -
![Lagos Police Arrest Two Suspects, Musa Ibrahim & Ibrahim Danjuma In Late-Night Robbery]()
Lagos Police Arrest Two Suspects, Musa Ibrahim & Ibrahim Danjuma In Late-Night Robbery
In a swift response to a robbery incident, the Lagos State Police Command has apprehended two suspects, Musa Ibrahim, 30, and Ibrahim Danjuma, 22, who allegedly robbed a woman in her shop in the Imude area of Ojo Local Government Area.The arrest was confirmed by the Command’s Public Relations Off... -
![President Bola Tinubu Vows Justice For Borno Bomb Attack Victims]()
President Bola Tinubu Vows Justice For Borno Bomb Attack Victims
President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to the terrorists responsible for the recent bomb attack in Borno State, vowing that they will face severe consequences for their actions. Condemning the attack, which claimed lives and injured several others in Gwoza Local Government Area, President... -
!["I’m Not Embarrassed By My Past" - Nollywood Actress, Tonto Dikeh Celebrates Resilience]()
"I’m Not Embarrassed By My Past" - Nollywood Actress, Tonto Dikeh Celebrates Resilience
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has taken to Instagram to celebrate her journey and resilience, emphasizing that she embraces her past experiences without shame or regret.In a series of new photos shared on her social media, Dikeh expressed her unapologetic stance towards her past challenges. She as... -
![Police Arrest ESSN Members Over Death Of Omobude, Capture Alleged Serial Killer In Edo State]()
Police Arrest ESSN Members Over Death Of Omobude, Capture Alleged Serial Killer In Edo State
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have apprehended several members of the Edo State Security Network (ESSN) in connection with the death of Omobude, according to a statement by Commissioner of Police Funsho Adegboye.Commissioner Adegboye disclosed to journalists in Benin City that the ESSN... -
!["We Recovered 80 S-class Mercedes Benz Cars From A Person" - Former SPIP Chairman, Okoi Obono-Obla Alleges Return Of Recovered Loot To Looters Under Buhari Administration]()
"We Recovered 80 S-class Mercedes Benz Cars From A Person" - Former SPIP Chairman, Okoi Obono-Obla Alleges Return Of Recovered Loot To Looters Under Buhari Administration
Okoi Obono-Obla, the former Chairman of the Special Investigation Panel for the Recovery of Public Property (SPIP), has leveled startling allegations against the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking on the Mic On Podcast, Obono-Obla claimed that a significant portion of the... -
![Police Superintendent, Ibrahim Sini Rejects N150m Bribe From Lagos Businessman, Honored For Integrity]()
Police Superintendent, Ibrahim Sini Rejects N150m Bribe From Lagos Businessman, Honored For Integrity
In a commendable display of integrity, Superintendent of Police Ibrahim Sini has revealed that he declined a staggering N150 million bribe offered to him by a Lagos-based businessman, Akintoye Akindele, to compromise an investigation.The revelation came during a dinner organized to honor Sini, wher... -
![NDLEA Arrests 60 Suspects At "Go Hard or Go Home" Drug Party In Abuja (Photo)]()
NDLEA Arrests 60 Suspects At "Go Hard or Go Home" Drug Party In Abuja (Photo)
In a significant crackdown on illicit drug activities, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended 60 suspects, comprising 25 males and 35 females, at a drug party in Abuja. The raid, conducted on Friday night, targeted an event named "Go Hard or Go Home. Pick Your Poison,... -
!["Insecurity Was Worse Under Buhari Than Tinubu" – Shehu Sani]()
"Insecurity Was Worse Under Buhari Than Tinubu" – Shehu Sani
At the 40th anniversary and reunion of the '84 set of Kagara Old Boys Association, former Senator Shehu Sani voiced concerns over the security challenges plaguing northern Nigeria, comparing the administrations of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.Speaking at the ev... -
![Actor Olu Jacobs Is Alive & Well, Confirms Betty Irabor; Family Releases Video To Back It (Video)]()
Actor Olu Jacobs Is Alive & Well, Confirms Betty Irabor; Family Releases Video To Back It (Video)
In a heartening turn of events, veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has been confirmed to be alive and in good health, putting to rest recent rumors of his demise. The reassuring news was shared by media personality Betty Irabor, who took to social media to dispel the false reports and provide clari... -
![MTN Announces Construction Of West Africa’s Largest Data Centre In Nigeria]()
MTN Announces Construction Of West Africa’s Largest Data Centre In Nigeria
MTN Nigeria has announced the construction of West Africa's largest data centre, featuring a 1,500-rack and Tier 4 infrastructure within the country.A Tier 4 data centre is known for its complete fault tolerance, redundancy in every component, and an expected uptime of 99.995%, ensuring it can... -
![Tragedy Strikes As Woman Jumps To Death From Delta Flyover]()
Tragedy Strikes As Woman Jumps To Death From Delta Flyover
A yet-to-be-identified woman tragically ended her life by jumping from the Ekpan-Refinery flyover in the Uvwie Local Government Area on Saturday.In a one-minute video that has since gone viral, bystanders can be seen filming the woman as she stands on the edge of the flyover before taking a fatal p... -
![Nollywood Actress, Nkechi Blessing Reveals Marriage Aspirations Amid Wedding Buzz (Video)]()
Nollywood Actress, Nkechi Blessing Reveals Marriage Aspirations Amid Wedding Buzz (Video)
Nollywood star Nkechi Blessing has candidly shared her thoughts on marriage, responding to mounting pressures following recent celebrity weddings.This past week saw Afrobeat sensation Davido and acclaimed actress Sharon Ooja tying the knot, with Nkechi Blessing attending both high-profile events. I... -
![Tragic Accident: Three-Year-Old Dies After Falling Into Open Cesspit In Igando, Lagos]()
Tragic Accident: Three-Year-Old Dies After Falling Into Open Cesspit In Igando, Lagos
In a heartbreaking incident, a three-year-old child has died after falling into an open cesspit in Igando.SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the state police command, disclosed the tragic news via his X handle, stating: "Somewhere in Igando today, this cesspit was left open. Unfortun... -
![Shock As Female Prison Officer Filmed Having S*x With An Inmate At London Prison (Video)]()
Shock As Female Prison Officer Filmed Having S*x With An Inmate At London Prison (Video)
A female prison officer is under police investigation after being filmed engaging in a segxwal act with an inmate at Wandsworth Prison, Britain's second-largest penitentiary.The officer was recorded in a cell at the South London prison, performing lewd acts and having intercourse with an inmat... -
![Katsina Hisbah Seizes 142 Cartons Of Alcohol, Arraigns Women For Immoral Conduct]()
Katsina Hisbah Seizes 142 Cartons Of Alcohol, Arraigns Women For Immoral Conduct
In a proactive move to enforce moral standards, the Katsina State Hisbah Board has confiscated 142 cartons of alcohol destined for Daura Local Government Area.Dr. Aminu Usman, the Hisbah Commander, revealed this development during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Katsina on Sat... -
![Check Out Photos As Couple Takes Wedding Vows At Lagos Airport]()
Check Out Photos As Couple Takes Wedding Vows At Lagos Airport
Airport users were astonished on Saturday when a couple, Olamide Alli and Abiodun Agboola, took their wedding vows at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal II (MMA2) in Lagos State.It was reported that the terminal is operated by Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd (BASL).The barricaded section of th... -
![BREAKING! Soldier, Wedding Guests Killed As Female Suicide Bomber Detonate IED At A Wedding Venue In Borno]()
BREAKING! Soldier, Wedding Guests Killed As Female Suicide Bomber Detonate IED At A Wedding Venue In Borno
Tragedy Strikes Gwoza Wedding: Female Suicide Bomber Kills ScoresA devastating attack struck a wedding celebration in Gwoza town, Borno State, when a female suicide bomber detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) at the venue, killing at least six people and injuring 16 others. The incident o... -
![Popular Influencer, Ashmusy Refunds 1 Million Naira After Verydarkman’s Call Out]()
Popular Influencer, Ashmusy Refunds 1 Million Naira After Verydarkman’s Call Out
Popular social media figure Ashmusy has returned 1 million naira to a brand, resolving a publicized dispute sparked by allegations from VeryDarkMan.The controversy erupted when VeryDarkMan accused Ashmusy of withholding payment meant for brand promotion, despite assurances of refund within 2-6 week... -
![Paulo Okoye's Daughter, Vanessa Okoye Comes For VeryDarkMan For Disrespecting Her Father]()
Paulo Okoye's Daughter, Vanessa Okoye Comes For VeryDarkMan For Disrespecting Her Father
Vanessa Okoye, daughter of renowned talent manager Paulo Okoye, has publicly criticized social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) for showing disrespect towards her father.The controversy began when VDM commented on a post about Paulo’s girlfriend, actress Iyabo Ojo, prompting Paulo to defend her. ... -
![Nigerian Singer, Patoranking Builds Football Stadium In Ebute Metta Where He Grew Up (Photos & Video)]()
Nigerian Singer, Patoranking Builds Football Stadium In Ebute Metta Where He Grew Up (Photos & Video)
Nigerian artist, Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie, popularly known as Patoranking, has made a significant contribution to his childhood community by building a football stadium in Ebute Metta, Lagos.The celebrated musician unveiled this exciting development in a video posted on his official Instagram page o... -
![Suspected Killer Of UNIBEN Graduate, Glory Adekolure Arrested In Delta State]()
Suspected Killer Of UNIBEN Graduate, Glory Adekolure Arrested In Delta State
Police in Edo State have arrested the suspected killer of Glory Adekolure, a graduate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN).Adekolure had gone to UNIBEN to submit her project on June 13, 2024, but her body was discovered under a tree in the Iyowa Community of Benin City . Fifteen days after he... -
![Vice President Shettima Condemns Ridicule Of President Tinubu's Stumble At Democracy Day Event]()
Vice President Shettima Condemns Ridicule Of President Tinubu's Stumble At Democracy Day Event
In a recent address at a PEBEC Town Hall meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Vice President Kashim Shettima strongly criticized those who mocked President Bola Tinubu following a mishap during the June 12 Democracy Day celebrations.President Tinubu, while climbing onto a military parade vehicle... -
![Female Passenger, Ayemobola Mojadesola Arrested For Assaulting Airport Official Over Borrowed Pen (Video)]()
Female Passenger, Ayemobola Mojadesola Arrested For Assaulting Airport Official Over Borrowed Pen (Video)
Ayemobola Mojadesola, a female passenger, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a female airport official after being asked to return a borrowed pen.The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Michael Achimugu, disclosed the incident ... -
![15-Year-Old Girl Hires Hoodlums To Brutalise Her Mother’s New Husband, Kayode Adesile In Lagos]()
15-Year-Old Girl Hires Hoodlums To Brutalise Her Mother’s New Husband, Kayode Adesile In Lagos
In a distressing incident, Kayode Adesile, an automobile technician, was assaulted by hoodlums allegedly invited by his 15-year-old stepdaughter, Esther, at his wife’s residence in the Powerline area of Meiran, Lagos, on June 25, 2024. The assault, which took place while Adesile visited his pregn... -
![Online Influencer, SirJarus Beats Up Wife After Discovering Fetish Items In Her Room, Consultation with Herbalist]()
Online Influencer, SirJarus Beats Up Wife After Discovering Fetish Items In Her Room, Consultation with Herbalist
Suraj Oyewale, popularly known as #SirJarus in online circles, has leveled serious accusations against his wife, Mrs. Oyewale Ayoola, alleging that she consulted a herbalist, Mayowa Adesoga, following his intention to marry a second wife under Islamic rights.In a series of social media posts, Suraj... -
![Nigeria Sprinter, Tobi Amusan Reportedly Exonerated Of Doping Allegations]()
Nigeria Sprinter, Tobi Amusan Reportedly Exonerated Of Doping Allegations
Nigerian sprinter Tobi Amusan has been cleared to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris,The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) dismissed appeals by the World Athletics (WA) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) against the women’s 100-metre hurdles world record holder.The CAS concurred ... -
![Deadly Rivalry Over Girlfriend Claims Lives Of 21-year-old Rabiu Shehu, & Another In Bauchi]()
Deadly Rivalry Over Girlfriend Claims Lives Of 21-year-old Rabiu Shehu, & Another In Bauchi
A violent altercation between rival groups over a girlfriend has resulted in the deaths of 21-year-old Rabiu Shehu, known as Rambo, and another individual in Gwallameji, Bauchi.Bauchi Command spokesperson, SP Ahmed Wakili, disclosed the incidents in a statement released to journalists on Friday.Wak... -
![BBNaija Star, Tolani Baj Seeks Love, Says She's Ready For A Relationship]()
BBNaija Star, Tolani Baj Seeks Love, Says She's Ready For A Relationship
Big Brother Naija reality star Tolani Baj has announced her readiness to enter a romantic relationship, expressing frustration over her difficulties in finding love.Co-hosting the latest episode of the "Bahd And Boujee Podcast" with actress Moet Abebe, Tolani Baj candidly discussed her ye... -
![Don’t Break Your Spinal Cord, No Sεx Position Can Satisfy A Man - Soso Soberekon Warns Ladies]()
Don’t Break Your Spinal Cord, No Sεx Position Can Satisfy A Man - Soso Soberekon Warns Ladies
Nigerian business and entertainment executive, Soso Soberekon has taken to social media to advise women about infidelity.“No Sεx Position Can Make A Man Faithful, Don’t Break Your Spinal Cord”- Soso Soberekon Warns LadiesIn a post shared on his Instagram page, Soso Soberekon emphasized that ... -
![Mexico City Celebrates Pride With Over A Hundred Same-Sex Marriages]()
Mexico City Celebrates Pride With Over A Hundred Same-Sex Marriages
In a poignant display of love and solidarity, Mexico City commemorated Pride Month with a collective celebration of over a hundred same-sex marriages on Friday, June 28. The event underscored the ongoing struggle for equal rights and recognition within the LGBTQ+ community.The ceremony kicked off w... -
![Suspected Vandal Electrocuted While Tampering With Enugu Electricity Facility]()
Suspected Vandal Electrocuted While Tampering With Enugu Electricity Facility
In a tragic turn of events, a suspected vandal was electrocuted while attempting to tamper with an Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) facility near Missionary Avenue, Coal Camp, Enugu, on Friday.The incident was confirmed by Mr. Emeka Ezeh, Head of Corporate Communications at EEDC, in a ... -
![Armed Robbers Ambush Warri-Sapele Highway, Leaving One Dead & Several Injured]()
Armed Robbers Ambush Warri-Sapele Highway, Leaving One Dead & Several Injured
Armed robbers unleashed terror on the Warri-Sapele highway on Friday evening, targeting travelers and stealing money and valuables.The brazen robbery occurred between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m., during which the assailants injured several travelers and forcibly took their belongings, according to reports b...
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