Nigerian superstar, Davido has been named among the next 100 most influential people in the world for 2021 by America’s Time Magazine. The afrobeat legend in his reaction wrote on his social media platforms: “Proud to be included in the inaugural #TIME100Next list”. According to the magazine, the excerpt for the selection …

A fire outbreak at customs IDPs camp along Mafa road, Maiduguri, Borno State has reportedly led to the death of an infant baby and injury of two others. The fire incident occured twice on Tuesday, February 16. According to report, the first fire incident happened at 7:30 am at a …

Olakunle Churchill, Popular Nigerian businessman and estranged husband of Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has taken to social media to celebrate their son, King Andre on his birthday. The father took to his Instagram page to share a photo with his son King, while he penned down heartfelt birthday message to the 5-year-old boy. In …

Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Yekini Nabena has fired back at Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed amid their faceoff over the All Progressives Congress revalidation exercise in Kwara state.   Recall that Mohammed in his response to Nabena’s earlier comment, had questioned the legitimacy of …

For days now, there has been a power outage in Texas caused by a winter storm. To make matters worse, water treatment plants have lost power, making it impossible to supply water to homes.   Also, there’s been multiple broken water pipes after winter turned the water to ice.   This …

US court sentences Obinwanne “Invictus Obi” Okeke to 10 years in prison

A U.S. court has sentenced Obinwanne Okeke also known as Invictus Obi to 10 years in prison. Okeke was sentenced for his involvement in a computer-based intrusion fraud scheme that caused approximately $11 million in known losses to his victims. According to court documents, the 33-year-old operated a group of …

Amid backlash, Nollywood actress, Rosy Meurer has given a detailed account of how she ended up getting married to Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband, Churchill. In a question and answer session on her Instagram stories, the Gambian-born Nigerian actress shared how her relationship with the Nigerian businessman, Churchill evolved from brother-sister relationship to being married couple. A …

Nigerian singer, Adebayo Adeleke better known by his stage name, B-Red, has disclosed that he spends almost a million to cut his hair to keep up his looks and gentility. B-red, a cousin to superstar musician, David ‘Davido’ Adeleke, took to his Insta-story and shared a video of his personal barber cutting …

Destiny Amaka has taken to social media and reacted to Nigeria’s current situation, where young people are struggling to make a living as she revealed why Bobrisky and James Brown changed their gender. According to the media personality, it hurts seeing how men are pulled down because they are poor, …

Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has urged Christian leaders to resist the temptation of preaching “prosperity gospel devoid of hard work”. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart noted that the trend had gradually turned the country into a society without values, honesty, hard work and integrity. He advised the …

An officer of the Nigeria police force has been spotted at a local market preaching to sellers and passersby. In a video circulating online, he rocked his police uniform and used a microphone to pass the message of repentance. He quoted bible verses and urged people to abandon their old …

A senior official with Kano Hisbah has been arrested after he was allegedly caught with a married woman in a hotel in Kano.   The Kano State Hisbah Corps is a religious police force in Nigeria’s Kano state responsible for the enforcement of Sharia.   Hisbah officers regularly arrest unmarried …

A Nigerian teenager Omar Farouq who was sentenced to death by a sharia court has relocated from Nigeria. Poland’s Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial in a post on its website said Farouq was facing further threats to his life from some extremists in Kano State. Farouq was sentenced to death after he was …

A Nigerian bride has been trending on Twitter after she received a wrapped cutlass from a guest during wedding. According to the sister of the bride who shared the experience on Twitter, the yet to be identified guest wrapped a cutlass and presented it to her sister. While unwrapping the …

Nigerian actor, Uche Maduagwu, has told his colleague, Rosy Meurer to concentrate on her marital life to Olakunle Churchill, the ex-husband of actress Tonto Dikeh. This comes after the news of her marriage to Churchill became public as he wished her a Happy Birthday on Monday, February 15th. The news was received with heavy criticism …

Gambian-born Nigerian actress, Rosy Meurer has taken to social media to flaunt her wedding ring, after Tonto Dikeh’s estranged husband, Churchill confirmed their marriage. The actress took to her Instagram page to share a video of herself flaunting her expensive wedding ring. This is coming after Olakunle Churchill revealed that he’s been married to …

Fans of Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, have trooped to her Instagram page to console her after her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill got married to the lady she had accused of breaking her home, Rosy Meurer. Recall we earlier reported that Churchill introduced Rosy as his wife while celebrating her on her birthday today, 15th February 2021. He …

Nigerian singer, Chinedu Okoli known by his stage name Flavour N’abania, has revealed that he was a virgin up until he reached 24 years. The 37-year-old singer made the revelation in an interview with media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Bounce Radio. Flavour opened up on issues pertaining to his family, …

Cameroon’s Special Forces Soldiers allegedly chase everyone from venue of Naira Marley’s concert in the country

Throwback video of Rosy Meurer saying, ‘asking her if she’s sleeping with Olakunle Churchill is just like asking her if she’s sleeping with her brother’

Nigerian serial entrepreneur and fashion designer, Toyin Lawani‘s photographer, Segun Wealth has proposed to her on Valentine’s day. Her fiance, Segun Wealth has been anonymous behind a mask for a long time, and even on their engagement day, he still wore a mask. His anonymity earned him the nickname “The Unknown”. …

The Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (retd.), has said over 60 percent of those who participated in the #EndSARS protests don’t know why they participated in the demonstrations and that some of them are rogues and thieves.   Magashi said this after participating in the revalidation exercise of the All …

A Nigerian counselor has prayed for single women who by their actions have not contributed to a married man breaking his marital vows. Identified as Mr Kobz, the man showered prayers on single women who have never dated a married man before, saying that God will give them good husbands. …

Global music and fashion icon, Robyn Rihanna Fenty professionally known as Rihanna has lent her voice to the Nigerian #EndSARS movement. On the 13th of February 2021, Amnesty International Nigeria disclosed via a tweet that the organization had been informed about the arrest and detainment of #OccupyLekkiTollGate peaceful protesters by armed Nigerian security operatives at the …

Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has said the Bauchi state governor, Bala Mohammed, is unfit to be in public office after he defended herdsmen who go about with AK47 rifles.   On Thursday, February 11, Governor Mohammed at a function said that Fulani herdsmen carry AK47 rifles to protect themselves …

A Nigerian man identified as Soji Abraham has been missing for days. According to a family source, Soji was last seen on Thursday night, February 4, 2021, at 322 Road, I Close Festac Town, Lagos. Anyone with useful information as to his whereabouts should kindly contact any of the following …

Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu and Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi have urged Nigerians not to take laws into their hands following heightened tensions between the Hausas and Yorubas in some South Western States.   Tensions came to a boil on Saturday, Feb 13, in Ogun state, when hoodlums suspected …

A funny video circulating online captures the moment an Officer of the Nigeria Police Force failed at assembling and dismantling a gun while competing with an officer of the Nigerian Army. As a trainee in either of the two security agencies, assembling and dismantling a firearm are basics skills taught …

A Nigerian lady has shared her disappointing and hilarious experience at the hands of a popular airline.   The lady identified as @omah_petite narrated how she boarded a flight from Port Harcourt to Lagos, and arrived the economic capital safely. However, she disclosed that after the plane landed, the airline …

Prince Ned Nwoko has alleged that some people are plotting to assassinate him.   The former member of the House of Representatives raised the alarm at a press briefing he organised alongside his wife Regina Daniels on Thursday, Feb 11, in Abuja.   He said that the plot is connected …

The Federal Government says it will not allow another round of violence in the country under the guise of #EndSARS protest. Minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed stated this at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday ahead of a planned protest at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos …

One Adekunle Aremu has been apprehended while trying to write exam for his wife during the Osun Teacher’s recruitment exercise at the CBT centre of Ilesha College of Education. The man was caught after he impersonated his wife, Oyinade Sade Adegbite and tried to write the recruitment. The state Information …

Nigerian Singer and DMW Chief Executive, David Adeleke aka Davido has been accused of banding with his crew to beat up a staff of a barbershop. According to a lady who is a staff at the barbershop, she witnessed the incident and narrated how Davido came in with his men …

Bolu Okupe, the son of former Presidential aide, Doyin Okupe, has advised actor, Uche Maduagwu, who recently came out as a gay man, not to make a joke of the LGBTQ community in Nigeria.   Bolu who also came out as a gay man in January this year, gave the advice in a …

An unemployed Nigerian lady identified as Victoria Egbohaghe, has taken the bull by the horn and damned shame by taking to the streets to beg for a job. On Tuesday, February 9, Victoria took to hit the streets of Abuja with a cardboard hung on her neck. Atop the placard …

The federal executive council (FEC) on Wednesday, approved a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the ministry of information and culture for the renovation of the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos state. Minister of information and culture, Lai Mohammed made this known at the …

Officials of the Lagos State Environmental Task Force have demolished and burnt down a community whose residents witnessed the October 20 shooting of peaceful #ENDSARS protesters by soldiers at the Lekki Tollgate. Following the shooting, some of the residents from the community were interviewed by media outlets, like CNN and …

Ace Nigerian female singer, Yemi Alade, has shared her thoughts on the saying that being successfully come with the disadvantage of being lonely. The Afrobeats artiste, stated that she does not care if it is lonely being at the top of the success ladder. The Johnny hitmaker added that the …

A federal high court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday, asked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to unfreeze the bank accounts of 20 #EndSARS protesters. Justice Ahmed Mohammed, gave the order after counsel to the CBN and the legal representative of the protesters agreed to end the case. The CBN …

Blessing Okagbare, Nigerian sprinter, is the athlete with the most Diamond League appearances and she has received a Guiness World Record certificate to this effect.   Back in 2015, she broke Usain Bolt’s record.   The Guiness World Record certificate indicates that Blessing has the most appearances in Diamond League …

Controversial Nigerian actor, Uche Maduagwu has taken to social media to reveal his aspiration to become the number one citizen in Anambra State. The gay actor in a recent Instagram post announced his intention to join the governorship race in Anambra in 2021. According Maduagwu he intends to replace ” the gay …

Controversial Nigerian actor, Uche Maduagwu has taken to social media to reveal his aspiration to become the number one citizen in Anambra State. The gay actor in a recent Instagram post announced his intention to join the governorship race in Anambra in 2021. According Maduagwu he intends to replace ” the gay …

The federal government has sealed a laboratory in Abuja for issuing fake COVID-19 results to international travellers.   The Director-General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, disclosed this at the weekly press briefing of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 in Abuja.   He said the …

Nigerian cross-dresser, Idris ‘Bobrisky’ Okuneye has left fans confused about his gender while showering encomiums on his boyfriend for lavishing so much money on him. According to the self acclaimed ”number 1 runs girl in Nigeria”, he can’t have a baby for his boyfriend yet he spoils him with gifts …

The Lagos State Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the State Task Force on Environmental and Special Offences on Monday, February 8, supervised the public auction of 83 forfeited vehicles. The auctioned vehicles were earlier impounded in different areas of the state and at different times for contravening the one-way traffic …

Writer Kemi Yesufu slams Ruggedman over his tweet about female actors buying cars and houses unlike their male counterparts

Update: Ekiti state government drags IGP to court over the sacking of the unmarried pregnant policewoman

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has reacted to convener of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), Chief Paul Unongo’s suggestion for Buhari to deploy soldiers to the South West to protect northerners.   FFK in tweets he shared, described the comment as “reckless, irresponsible & dangerous”.   The former Minister who stressed …

Anthony Chinweotito Emmanuel, a student of the Federal Polytechnic, Nekede, Owerri, has been allegedly killed by his caretaker over issues surrounding payment of rent. WITHIN NIGERIA gathered that the incident happened at one of the off campus hostel called Ezinwanne Lodge on Tuesday but the deceased, a first year student …

Woman seeks help as dog that participated in #EndSARS protest goes missing

A 20-year-old woman identified as Maureen Ohakamike has been arrested by Ogun State Police Command for allegedly stealing a mobile phone belonging to business magnate and Iyalode of Yorubaland, Alaba Lawson at a business center in Abeokuta. WITHIN NIGERIA learnt that the suspect was tracked to Lekki, Lagos by operatives of the …

Nigerian politician and businessman, Adamu Garba, has stated that the business of cow ranching is more lucrative than all cryptocurrencies. According to him, it is better for people to invest in cows than for them to invest in a ”shortcut” business like cryptocurrency. He stated this on the heels of …

Cryptocurrency is a shortcut business, invest in real assets like cows – Former Presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba reacts to CBN’s directive

Insecurity: Bandits are more willing to listen to clerics than government – Lai Mohammed

The United States government has endorsed Nigeria’s ex-finance minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for the office of the director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). A statement released by the office of the US Trade Representative, said the Biden-Harris administration is pleased to support the candidacy of Okonjo-Iweala. The statement read; “The …

Multi award-winning Nigerian music act, David ‘Davido’ Adeleke has reacted to the order by the Central Bank of Nigeria that all commercial banks and financial institutions should with immediate effect close all cryptocurrency accounts. The CBN gave the order in a statement issued on Friday, February 5, stressing that all the institutions …

Suspected Fulani herdsmen allegedly attacked and killed a young man identified as Terwase Iorbee in Gwer-West Local Government Area of Benue State.   It was gathered that late Terwase, a talented footballer, who also worked as a commercial motorcyclist, was stabbed to death by the herdmen on his way to …

Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi II, has declared his support for Yoruba rights activist, Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho, who set out on a quest to drive out criminal herdsmen from the southwest parts of Nigeria. The monarch’s support comes on the heels of an apology …

Two young girls who were arrested by the Nigerian police in April 2020 for allegedly hiring assassins to kill their father, have been reportedly sentenced to death. After series of investigations carried out by the police, the two girls confessed they sent the Assassin that came to kidnap and kill …

The Nigeria Police Force has placed N10 million bounty on the suspects whose photos appear above.   The police announced this on its Twitter handle but did not state what crime the accused committed or where the crime happened. See the tweet below  

Nollywood actress, Destiny Etiko is the proud owner of a new Toyota LandCruiser Prado and she took to Instagram to show off her new baby.   “An extra baby added to my garage,” the actress wrote as she showed off her old cars and the newest one.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   …

The Kano State Hisbah Corps and Kano State Road Traffic Authority (KAROTA), have allegedly arrested a police officer for purchasing beer meant for sale and consumption within the state. According to SaharaReporters, a source disclosed that the officer, an inspector popularly known as OC Gulder, is a Christian who manages …

President Buhari has forwarded the names of the immediate past Service Chiefs to the Senate for appointment as non-career Ambassadors-Designate. In a letter to Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, President of the Senate, the President said   “In accordance with section 171 (1), (2) (c) & sub-section (4) of 1999 Constitution …

Popular Nollywood actor, Chukwuemeka Ani has released a video from his sick bed, asking Nigerians for financial assistance.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   The actor, who has starred in many traditional Nigerian movies, said from his hospital bed that the bills are too much and he can no longer foot it …

A Osogbo High Court has awarded N5 million damages against the Nigeria Police Force and the Inspector General of Police over the assault of a woman, Tola Azeez, in Osun State. In 2020, a video of policemen assaulting the young lady went viral during the COVID-19 lockdown period. Tola was …

Architect shares heartbreaking story of his encounter with a child hawker who slept off at his site

A Nigerian architect, has taken to social media to share heart-wrenching post on how a child was sent out to hawk in the hot afternoon and how it touched him. The man known as Meka, uploaded photos of the exhausted child hawker who slept off at the site where he …

Prince Obieze Nestor, a Nigerian man based in Dubai, was filmed inspecting the Rolls Royce Phantom 8 2020 model just weeks before he was arrested by Dubai police and died in custody.   In a video taken weeks before his death, Nestor is heard saying he had paid for the …

Kidnappers have killed an Atlanta, Georgia-based Nigerian man, Prince Eloniyo Dennis Abuda, after payment of N10m ransom to secure his release and that of other family members.   The decomposing body of Abuda was found in a bush near the small town of Agbanikaka, Ovia North East Local Government Area of …

Despite being a girlfriend of Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, Autumn Spikes got evicted from her North Miami apartment in Florida, U.S., after piling up unpaid rent for six months in 2020. Ms Spikes and Mr Dangote dated secretly for nearly 10 years until recently when the business mogul broke …

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Tuesday nabbed a trafficker, Ukaegbu Bright Onyekachi with 3.30 kilograms of cocaine. According to the agency, Onyekachi was arrested on Monday, February 1 during the inward clearance of passengers on Ethiopian airline at the E Arrival Hall of the Muritala Mohammed International …

A Twitter user, Jessica Levi has shared chats of herself from 2018 shooting her shots at international footballer, Alex Iwobi. In a DM – direct message – to the forward winger for Premier League club Everton, Jessica stated affirmative her affections for the Nigerian footballer while adding that Alex is her motivation for …

Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has met Anumba Gift, the young lady who drew a tattoo of him at her back. Bobrisky caused a frenzy on social media after he promised to give her N1million and sponsor her on a trip to Dubai.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     …

Nigerian singer, Naira Marley has disclosed that he strongly disapprove of cultism and persons who are cultists. The singer who is the president of his controversial fan base, ‘Marlians’ took to his Twitter handle to state his stance against cultism.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     According to the marlian squad leader, …

Former governor of Anambra, Peter Obi has stated that the federal government’s budget of N400bn for Coronavirus vaccines exceeds the amount that can be used to procure vaccines for 70 percent of the country’s population if the National Vaccine Production Facility is operational.   The former Governor of Anambra who appeared on an Arise …

The Ogun State command of Nigeria Police Force says it has commenced investigation into the alleged invasion of privacy of guests at the Pavillion Hotel, Ayepe in the Odogbolu area of the state. Few days ago, some guests who visited the hotel said to be popular in Ogun, took to …

DJ Cuppy sues Davido’s PA, Israel DMW over his allegation that she owes Zlatan

Operatives of the Nigeria Police INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, have arrested two Kano based suspects, Ibrahim Muazzam Mohammad Aminu and Mohammad Tahir Umar, for engaging in international child pornography.   Force spokesperson, CP Frank Mba, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, said investigations revealed that the suspects …

Nigerian singer, Timaya has reacted after being compared to Duncan Mighty by a Twitter user.   This came after Twitter user, @isimaodeh asked for tweeps’ response on who will win between Timaya and Duncan Mighty on a 10 vs 10 hits battle.   She tweeted;   Between Timaya and Duncan …

Popular Nigerian actor, television personality, model and television presenter, Somadina Adinma, is of the opinion that it is a waste of time to date a lady who can’t help a man financially whenever he is broke.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#     He shared this thought on snapchat. See a screenshot below..

Veteran Nigerian actor, Jim Iyke has taken time to reveal why he prefers singer Davido to his staunch rival Wizkid. In a recent interview with The NET, the actor declared his respect for the duo. But when pushed, he pitched his tent with Davido. According to him, Davido has made …

“I am not a law enforcement officer “- Bashir Ahmad says after he was called out for attending a wedding where most of the guests weren’t wearing face masks (photos)

IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has come out to address those who are against the formation of the Eastern Security Network. The Eastern Security Network (ESN) is a regional security force and a paramilitary wing of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), based in the Igbo part of Nigeria. Upon …

”Our case is like a husband and wife whose marriage isn’t working but post lovely pictures online” – Paul ‘Rudeboy’ Okoye finally opens up on how PSquare crashed

Dangote’s ex-girlfriend risks losing her money, property as US court gives her ultimatum

Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie eulogizes Nnamdi Kanu, calls him a hero

A little Nigerian boy who was dealt a hard blow by life still seeks to become go to school despite the challenges faced with at a young age. Roland who sells sells iron on the streets of Calabar to take care of his basic needs said he had lived with …

“If most ladies think about their future very well, they won’t post certain things on social media” – Actor, Michael Uba

Popular Nigerian rapper, Erigga has taken a swipe at Christians in Africa and their love for spiritual approach to physical challenges. The Hip Hop artiste who is known for sharing controversial takes on societal issues, lambasted African Christians, saying that they are the only ones who would buy a factory …

A Nigerian lady has taken to microblogging platform, Twitter to give an insight into why some men might not be spending on their girlfriends. According to the lady with handle @First_alphas, if a man is not spending on his woman, it simply means he is trying to save the money …

A Mechanical Engineering graduate of the Delta State Polytechnic (Delta Poly), Otefe-Oghara, Delta State, Friday Abiligo Orhomre, has drowned in a river three months after he completed his compulsory national youth service programme.   It was gathered that the speedboat he was travelling in with his mother and siblings capsized in …

Daniel Six armed Fulani men ambushed two youths from Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing one.   It was gathered that the incident happened at about 7.43pm on Tuesday night, January 26, at Nod area while the youths were returning from Hoss to Jol community.   One of …

The Member Representing Shendam, Qua’an-Pan and Mikang Federal Constituency of Plateau State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Komsol Alphonsus Longgap, attended the wedding of his Campaign Director General during the 2019 general elections and surprised him a brand new Toyota Corolla S car and ten million naira cash.   The …

Don Jazzy issues warning to ladies sending him sultry videos of themselves, reveals he has a girlfriend

The game don cut oo! – Man cries out after using people’s N750k contribution to play Bet9ja and lost (Screenshots)

Zlatan Ibile reacts to DJ Cuppy’s blocking allegation, says he doesn’t know her (Video)

Popular Nigerian crossdresser, Idris ‘Bobrisky‘ Okuneye is set to gift some mouth watering packages to a die-hard fan who inked a tattoo of has face on her back. The lady identified as Anumba Gift, had in a social media post, revealed that she’s ready and willing to go the extreme length …

Nigerian billionaire, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has told a U.S. court how his former American girlfriend, Autumn Spike tried to extort $5 million from him. Dangote filed a civil law suit against Spikes known on Instagram as @Allarounda1, at a Miami-Dade County Court in Florida, US. The business used the pseudonym, …

A popular Anambra-based Prophet Onyebuchi Okocha, popularly known as Onyeze Jesus, has been arrested by operatives of the Anambra Police Command. He went viral after he was captured on camera spraying money on some men who sat unclad and bathed in the dirty river water. During the alleged money ritual, …