Bauchi Approves Monthly Stipends for Imams and Pastors
The Bauchi State Government has approved the payment of monthly stipends to Islamic and Christian clerics across the state, in a move it says is aimed at supporting religious leaders…
Home alone star, Comedy Legend Catherine O’Hara Passes Away at 71
Veteran Hollywood actress Catherine O’Hara, celebrated for her iconic roles in Home Alone and the award-winning television series Schitt’s Creek, has died at the age of 71. Her death was…
Son of Norway’s Crown Princess Goes on Trial Over R@pe Charges
The son of Norway’s Crown Princess, Mette-Marit, has appeared in court to face multiple criminal charges, including allegations of rape, in a case described as the most serious scandal involving…
Van Persie Calls It ‘Heartbreaking’ After Son Suffers Suspected Career-Ending Injury in Europa League Clash
Feyenoord head coach Robin van Persie has expressed deep anguish after his 19-year-old son, Shaqueel van Persie, sustained a serious injury during the club’s 2–1 defeat to Real Betis in…
Celebrity Status Affected My Love Life — Iyanya Explains Why He’s Still Single at 39
Nigerian singer Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, popularly known as Iyanya, has opened up about the challenges his celebrity status has posed to his personal relationships, explaining why he remains single at…
Police arrest couple for allegedly staging their own abduction and extorting ₦10m from relatives
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a couple, identified as Fred and Goodness, for allegedly staging their own abduction and extorting ₦10 million in ransom from their families and…
Rwanda Sues UK, Demands £100m following the cancellation of a controversial asylum agreement.
The Rwandan government has initiated international arbitration proceedings against the United Kingdom, seeking £100m in payments it claims are owed following the cancellation of a bilateral asylum agreement. Rwanda alleges…
Putin Agreed to One-Week Pause in Attacks on Kyiv Amid Freezing Temperatures — Trump
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to temporarily halt attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for one week, citing the impact of extreme…
Morocco’s AFCON 2025 Becomes CAF’s Most Digitally Watched Tournament with over 5.2 billion views
Morocco’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 has broken digital records, generating 6.1 billion digital impressions and 5.2 billion video views across social media, according to data released Wednesday by…
Omije Ojumi’s Daughter Speaks on Family Struggles, Pays Emotional Tribute
The eldest daughter of late gospel singer Omije Ojumi has opened up about the challenges her family faced, describing her mother as a resilient and principled woman who remained devoted…
IShowSpeed Granted Ghanaian Citizenship Following his Africa Tour
American YouTuber and global livestream star Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, has been granted Ghanaian citizenship following his month-long tour across Africa. The development was announced on…
Meta to Test Paid Subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp
Meta Platforms has announced plans to test paid subscription services across its major platforms—Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp—as it looks to introduce premium features while maintaining free access to core services.…
Niger: Governor Swears In Four New High Court Judges, Three Khadis
Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, has sworn in four newly appointed High Court judges and three Khadis, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strengthening the judiciary in the state. The brief…
Iyabo Obasanjo has officially joined the APC in Ogun State
Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State. The development was confirmed on Wednesday by a former Chairman…
Mercy Johnson arrests Angela Okorie Over Cyberbullying Allegations
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has reportedly been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force over allegations of cyberbullying involving her colleague, Mercy Johnson. According to reports, Okorie was arrested…
Peller Says He Will Return to School at 40
Popular Nigerian TikTok content creator, Peller, has disclosed that he has no plans to further his education anytime soon, saying his focus remains on building his streaming career. The 20-year-old…
Kenyan woman arrested after poisoning her three children over husband’s infidelity
Police in Kenya have arrested a woman identified as Linet Munala following the alleged killing of her three children in Machakos County. The bodies of the children — one-year-old twin…
Simi Celebrates Adekunle Gold on Birthday, Shares Heartwarming Video of Daughter Deja
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has celebrated her husband, Adekunle Gold, with a heartfelt birthday tribute. The award-winning artiste took to Instagram on Monday to mark the…
Police Uncover Illegal Baby Factory in Ekiti, Arrest Five Suspects
The Ekiti State Police Command has uncovered an illegal baby factory in Ikere Local Government Area of the state, leading to the arrest of five suspects. The Commissioner of Police…
FG Hails Toyin Abraham as Oversabi Aunty Crosses ₦1 Billion at Nigerian Box Office
The Federal Government has congratulated Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Toyin Abraham, following the box office success of her latest movie, Oversabi Aunty, which has grossed ₦1 billion in Nigerian cinemas.…
Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price by N100 per Litre Nationwide
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a nationwide increase of N100 per litre in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. The refinery disclosed the price…
NNPCL and Chevron announce the discovery of a new oil well in the Niger Delta, boosting Nigeria’s hydrocarbon reserves
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, has commended Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) following the discovery of a new oil well in…
Troops uncover illegal arms factory in Nasarawa, arrest suspect
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have uncovered an illegal arms manufacturing facility in Nasarawa State and arrested a suspect linked to the operation. The discovery…
Principal arrested in Katsina over alleged theft of school equipment
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested the principal of Government Secondary School, Shargalle, in Dutsi Local Government Area, over alleged theft of school property. The suspect, identified as Bashir…
LASUTH ambulance driver Aliye Saka was found dead in a hospital toilet, leaving staff in shock.
A staff member of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), identified as Aliye Saka and popularly known as Baba Niye, has reportedly died while using a toilet within the…
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Dumps NNPP, Officially Defects to APC
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major political realignment in the state barely days after his resignation from the New…
Iran Supreme Leader Moves to High-Security underground Bunker Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has reportedly been relocated to a high-security underground bunker amid escalating fears of a possible US military strike. The move comes as protests continue…
Davido reacts after being accused of owing $50,000 Wedding Planning fee
Nigerian Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has reacted angrily to claims that he owes a wedding planner the sum of $50,000 for services allegedly rendered during his…
LIRS plans to direct banks to debit employers’ accounts for unremitted taxes
The Lagos Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has announced plans to instruct Nigerian banks to debit the accounts of employers who fail to remit outstanding tax liabilities, in line with provisions…
Makoko Demolition Leaves Thousands Homeless as Families Take Shelter in Canoes
Makoko, the historic waterfront fishing settlement in Lagos, has been plunged into a deep humanitarian crisis following an ongoing demolition exercise by the Lagos State Government that has left thousands…
Police Intercept Truck Carrying Suspected Explosives in Oyo, Arrest Driver
The Oyo State Police Command has intercepted a truck conveying materials suspected to be explosive devices during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation in Saki, Oyo State. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade…
France plans to ban social media use for children under 15 as Macron pushes stricter online safety laws.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to fast-track legislation that would ban children under the age of 15 from using social media, with the government aiming to enforce the…
Niger Police arrest a dismissed officer for alleged impersonation, extortion and motorcycle snatching in Minna.
The Niger State Police Command has arrested a dismissed police officer, Haruna Haggai, over allegations of impersonating security personnel, snatching motorcycles and extorting residents in parts of Minna. The arrest…
Tonto Dikeh speaks on reconciliation with child’s father after a decade of public conflict
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has spoken publicly about reconciling with the father of her child, describing the development as the end of more than a decade of conflict, emotional strain…
Simi says illness and pregnancy slowed the release of her song Where You Dey featuring Chike.
Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has revealed that health challenges and personal circumstances were responsible for the delayed release of her song Where You Dey,…
Peller says he is done with love after split from fellow TikToker Jarvis
Popular Nigerian TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has declared that he has no intention of falling in love again following his highly publicised breakup with fellow content creator,…
Iran warns of retaliation after Trump orders US naval armada to region
Iran has issued a stark warning to the United States following President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy a large US naval force toward the Middle East, escalating tensions already heightened…
TUC, NLC issue 14-day ultimatum to FG over health workers’ salaries
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government over the continued non-implementation of the Consolidated Health…
Tinubu approves commercial oil drilling in Ogun State
Ogun State is set to join Nigeria’s league of oil-producing states following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for the commencement of commercial oil drilling activities in the state. Governor Dapo…
‘Apocalypto’ actor Rudy Youngblood arrested on drug possession charge in Texas
Actor Rudy Youngblood, widely known for his lead role in Mel Gibson’s Oscar-nominated film Apocalypto, has been arrested in Texas on a drug-related offence, according to law enforcement records. Youngblood…
Trump orders deployment of large US naval force toward Iran amid rising tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of a large concentration of American warships toward Iran, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran, even as he…
Abba Yusuf aide Sunusi Kwankwaso resigns amid governor’s exit from NNPP
Sunusi Kwankwaso, a Special Adviser to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has resigned his appointment following reports that the governor has withdrawn from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).…
All victims of the Indonesian plane crash have been recovered seven days after the aircraft went missing
All victims aboard the Indonesian aircraft that crashed in South Sulawesi have been recovered, seven days after the plane went missing, search and rescue officials confirmed on Friday. An official…
Russia to Join First Trilateral Peace Talks With Ukraine and US in Abu Dhabi
Russia is set to participate in trilateral peace talks with the United States and Ukraine for the first time, with negotiations scheduled to take place on Friday in Abu Dhabi,…
VeryDarkMan Criticises Wizkid Over Remarks Targeting Fela Kuti
Social media influencer and activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has criticised Nigerian music star Ayodeji Balogun, also known as Wizkid, over comments he says amounted to disrespect…
Tinubu Deploys Four Ambassador-Designates to Key Foreign Missions
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the deployment of four ambassador-designates to strategic foreign postings, marking the first set of assignments from the 68 nominees confirmed by the Senate in…
China Reaffirms Commitment to UN System After Invitation to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
China has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations–led international order following confirmation that it received an invitation to join US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.” Speaking on…
World Bank Approves $12m Performance-Based Funding for Nigerian States Hosting IDPs
The World Bank has approved up to $12 million in performance-based financing for Nigerian states hosting internally displaced persons (IDPs), as part of a broader $300 million concessional credit aimed…
Nkechi Blessing Raises Alarm as Over 5,000 Men Flood Her WhatsApp With Unsolicited Messages
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has spoken out over what she described as persistent harassment after thousands of men allegedly flood her WhatsApp with unsolicited relationship proposals. The actress revealed that…
Trump Faces International Pushback After Claiming His ‘Board of Peace’ Could Replace UN
US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that his newly created “Board of Peace” could potentially replace the United Nations has triggered unease among diplomats and international officials, amid fears that the…