Residents of Oda Town in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State have apprehended a man suspected to be involved in kidnapping after he was allegedly disguising as a…
Reports circulating widely on social media on Saturday claimed that Nigerian forex trader, Jeffrey Benson, was involved in a crash involving his newly acquired Ferrari reportedly valued at ₦1.5 billion,…
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the death of a passenger after suspected armed bandits opened fire on a commercial bus in Ohimini Local Government Area of the state.…
A United States federal court has sentenced a Nigerian national, Tochukwu Albert Nnebocha, to 97 months in prison for his role in a long-running international inheritance fraud scheme that targeted…
United States President Donald Trump has declined to apologise for sharing a video on social media that portrayed former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes,…
Suspected members of the Neo-Black Movement, also known as the Aye cult, on Friday evening launched a violent reprisal attack on Ogidi community in Idemili North Local Government Area of…
Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has formally declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State on the platform of the ruling All…
The Lagos State Police Command has detained officers accused of assaulting popular actor and skit maker, Ganiyu Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, following widespread public outcry over the incident.…
Two individuals have been convicted and sentenced by the Federal High Court in Calabar, Cross River State, for human trafficking and the attempted sale of a 12-year-old girl. The convicts,…
The Federal Government has announced a six-week partial closure of sections of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway to allow for urgent repair works on key bridges along the corridor. The Federal Ministry…
The remains of veteran Nollywood actress Ajara Lasisi, popularly known as Aunty Ajara, were laid to rest on Thursday, bringing an emotional close to a life widely celebrated in Nigeria’s…
Nigerian actor and content creator Bamidele Tope Saint, widely known as Okemesi, has made an emotional appeal for help after disclosing that prolonged illness has left him homeless and struggling…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered two new political parties, expanding Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of future elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Thursday in…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Robert Orya, a former Managing Director of the Nigeria Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), to a total of 490 years’ imprisonment following his conviction…
Popular nightlife entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has announced his intention to contest for a seat in Nigeria’s House of Representatives in the 2027…
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has issued a public apology to fellow actress Mercy Johnson Okojie, expressing regret over statements and actions that led to a widely publicised controversy between both…
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted several members of a single family, including children, along the Benin–Akure axis of Edo State, with the abductors reportedly demanding a ransom of…
A Nigerian student residing in the United Kingdom has been convicted after unlawfully securing employment in National Health Service (NHS) hospitals using forged identification, despite having no formal medical or…
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has formally appealed his conviction and life sentence handed down by the Federal High Court. The development was confirmed…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of Kannywood actress Samha Inuwa over an alleged act of naira mutilation, following widespread public outrage sparked by a…
The United States has formally acknowledged the presence of its military personnel in Nigeria, confirming that a small contingent of U.S. troops has been deployed to support the country’s fight…
Former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing prolonged internal crises within the opposition party. Suswam’s resignation was contained in a letter…
A 30-year-old businesswoman has been taken into police custody in Lagos State over the alleged killing of her teenage sales assistant during a workplace dispute. The suspect, identified as Ibekwe…
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has reportedly been re-arrested over allegations that she failed to pay the legal fees of the lawyer who secured her bail from Suleja Correctional Centre. The…
French authorities have summoned billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk as part of an ongoing investigation into X, formerly known as Twitter, and its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok. Prosecutors have filed requests…
The Benue State Government has confirmed that four health workers are among the latest confirmed cases in the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak in the state. The Commissioner for Health and…
Renowned gospel music minister and worship leader, Ron Kenoly, has died at the age of 81. News of his passing was confirmed on Tuesday through tributes shared by fellow gospel…
President Bola Tinubu has reportedly moved to douse rising political tensions in Rivers State, directing an immediate suspension of impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara amid his deepening feud with…
Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has shared a personal reflection on his experience at the 2026 Grammy Awards, admitting that missing out on the coveted prize…
The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has issued an interim injunction preventing the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and other labour groups from going ahead…
Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has disclosed that actress and producer Funke Akindele personally contacted him following public reactions to his recent comments on cinema marketing practices within Nollywood. Afolayan made…
A documentary centred on US First Lady Melania Trump has recorded a strong box office debut, earning $7.04 million during its opening weekend and setting a new benchmark for non-fiction…
Nollywood actress and singer Angela Okorie has remained in custody at the Suleja Correctional Centre despite reportedly fulfilling the bail conditions granted by the court. The Federal High Court in…
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has been posthumously honoured with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African musician to receive the prestigious recognition from the Recording Academy. The award…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that civil servants across Nigeria are being pressured to register as members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) through the ruling party’s ongoing…
The Federal Government has reiterated that all individuals and employers in Nigeria are legally required to file their annual tax returns by March 31, warning that compliance remains low across…
Equity trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed on a mixed note on Friday, as total market capitalisation increased by N184 billion despite a slight decline in the benchmark All-Share…
Renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reacted to comments made by her colleague, Kunle Afolayan, on cinema marketing strategies and box office revenue in the Nigerian film industry.…
President Bola Tinubu has declared that governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are the party’s leaders in their respective states across the federation. Tinubu made…
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has named Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy as her top choice for a future musical collaboration. The singer made the disclosure during an interview with Billboard,…