After several years in politics, 70-year-old former Governor of Abia State, Theodore Orji, who is currently a serving senator, has vowed to quit politics in 2023 in order to give way for the youths to take over. He made this known at a wedding over the weekend. Orji, who will …

A Nigerian man who delved into cocoa farming over a decade ago, has narrated how he had nothing when he ventured into agriculture business. In an interview with Legit, the man identified as Ernest Obiaganyi revealed that his wife, Tessy endured hardship with him for 11 years before his business …

Nigerian author and former presidential spokesperson, Reno Omokri, has berated married men who have side chics but have no jobs. In an new piece directed to men specifically, the social critic said that only a foolish man will have a wife and a side chic but does not have a …

About two days ago, it was reported that Nigerian music sensation, Wizkid arrived the country with his son, Zion and baby mama cum Manager, Jada P, following a long stay in the United Kingdom. The ‘Made In Lagos’ hitmaker was trapped in London after the country went on lockdown due to the outbreak of the …

An Ikeja high court has rejected the post-conviction bail application filed by Israel Ogundipe, shepherd-in-charge of Celestial Church of Christ, Global Genesis Parish, Lagos, who was sentenced to two years imprisonment for fraud. Recalll that a Lagos state high court had convicted Ogundipe for defrauding Olaide Williams-Oni, a UK-based woman, …

Popular Nigerian singer, Davido has reacted after Ugandan singer, Cindy Sanyu tagged Omah Lay an “idiot”, following his sold out concert in the country. The singer in a viral video that was recorded in her car, slammed the Nigerian singer for coming to perform in Uganda and posting about his successful concert in the country. In …

One of the Nigeria’s most brilliants Police officers, Abba Kyari and his team stormed Katsina following the abduction of over 500 students in Kankara. DCP Abba Kyari, the head of the Inspector-General of Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), on Tuesday arrived in Katsina State. The super-cop arrived the state along …

The World Bank has finally approved Nigeria’s request for a $1.5 billion loan, which is expected to strenghten the West Africa nation’s economy.   The Bretton Woods institution in a statement released on Tuesday December 15, said the loan facility is a five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) that will last till …

Ugandan singer, Cindy Sanyu has fired back at Nigerians after being called out for using derogatory words against Nigerian singers, Omah Lay and Tems who were arrested after their performance in the country.   The singer in an Instagram she shared stated that “nobody has the right to come to her country …

Kiddwaya stepped in to defend his father, Terry Waya, after multiple Instagram users took to his Instagram account to call him out for showing off his lavish lifestyle.   Terry Waya shared videos of himself at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi and wrote in the caption that only …

Three grade 12s matriculants from Rethusegile Secondary school in Lethabong Village near Rustenburg, South Africa died in a horrible taxi accident after celebrating their graduation.     The provincial department said the three pupils were with 14 other passengers in a taxi that was transporting them from a resort near …

A Chief Magistrate Court in Uganda today December 15, dropped the charges against fast-rising Nigerian singers, Omah Lay and Tems.   The singers were arrested on Sunday, December 13, and charged with doing “acts that are likely to cause the spread of infectious disease, Covid-19” following the illegal concert at …

First Lady, Mrs Aisha Buhari, has reportedly relocated to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.   According to Sahara Reporters, Mrs Buhari reportedly hinged her decision to relocation on the insecurity in Aso Rock.   Read the report by Sahara Reporters below.. First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has been in Dubai, United …

Deputy governor of the Afghan capital, Kabul, has been killed in a “sticky bomb” attack.   Mahboobullah Mohebi and his secretary both died on Tuesday when a device attached to their car exploded. Though no group has claimed the attack, it was also learnt that two bodyguards were wounded.   AFP …

Nobody has the right to come to my country and encourage spread of Coronavirus – Ugandan Singer Cindy Sanyu fires back at Nigerians after being called out

Kiddwaya hits back at people criticising his father Terry Waya for showing off on Instagram

Breaking: Charges against Omah Lay and Tems in Uganda has been dropped

Somalia cuts diplomatic ties with Kenya

First lady Aisha Buhari reportedly relocates to Dubai, cites insecurity in Aso Rock

Two persons including a soldier have been discovered dead at kidnappers hideout inside a forest in Oyo State. It was gathered that the soldier was part of the rescue team dispatched to trail kidnappers of a Lebanese, Hassan Mills and his aide who were abducted by gunmen on their way to …

A devastating fire at a retirement home has claimed the lives of 11 elderly residents who became trapped inside.   The fire broke out at 3am local time in the village of Ishbuldino, Russia.   Dozens of victims had mobility problems, making it difficult for them to escape.   According …

Actress Cossy Ojiakor has shared a video of her estranged fiance, Abel Jurgen frog jumping and begging her after a fight they had prior to the “public show” they are currently enmeshed in.   The actress in an Instagram post she shared alleged that she has played the role of a …

Katsina state governor, Aminu Bello Masari, says 17 out of the 333 missing students of the Government Science Secondary School in Kankara area of the state, have been found.   The governor disclosed this on Monday, December 14, during an interview with Deutsche Welle, DW Radio. According to him, the …

About 19 armed robbery and kidnap suspects, have reportedly escaped from police custody in Calabar, Cross River State. According to Cross River Watch, the 19 alleged armed robbers and kidnappers were detained at police headquarters, Diamond Hill in Calabar the state capital, after being arrested. The suspects escaped between Saturday …

Nigerian singer, Naira Marley, recently sent out flowers to some of his co-entertainers and one of them, Tacha, has asked if he has a crush on her. Tacha took to her social media page to share a video of the flowers and appreciated the gesture by saying ; https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451# Is …

The abduction of hundreds of Government Science Secondary School (GSS), Kankara’s students has been described as a slap on President Muhammadu Buhari’ face by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III led Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI). The apex Islamic body in the North said that, the boldness of …

It appears Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji may be gunning for the position of her colleague, Iyabo Ojo, as the queen of TikTok videos in the country. The actress has now caught the fever of the social media app and her latest video got fans and followers in the online community in …

The West African Examinations Council has approved the barring of students involved in examination malpractice from taking the West African Senior School Certificate Examination. The examination body approved this sanction and other sanctions at the 70th meeting of the Nigeria Examinations Committee (NEC) of the council held from Thursday to …

A total of 668 students of the Government Science Secondary School Kankara, Katsina State are reportedly still missing. Recalls that bandits had on Friday, December 11, invaded the Katsina school and abducted hundreds of students around 11pm. Following the ugly incident, relevant authorities have given conflicting figures regarding the number of students who …

Nigerians are reacting to the video of President Buhari visiting his cows in his ranch in Daura, Katsina state.   The President last week embarked on a weeklong visit to his home state. Shortly after his arrival in the state, armed bandits visited the Government Boys Science Secondary School in Kankara …

Negotiating with bandits is an acceptance of failure – House of Reps member, Adejoro Adeogun

COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu is responding to treatment – Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi

Nigerian singer, Stanley Omah Didia, who is popularly known as Omah Lay, has reportedly been arrested in Uganda for flouting COVID-19 rules and guidelines after he held a controversial concert in Kampala. Omah Lay had performed at The Big Brunch, which held at Speke Resort, Wavamunno Rd, Kampala, Uganda on …

The Nigerian army has revealed how a major-general, John Olu Irefin died from COVID-19 complications. Recall that the major general, Irefin was attending the annual chief of army staff conference in Abuja before he took ill and died. The conference was immediately cancelled by the army authorities and all participants …

Ajax football star, Quincy Promnes has been arrested on suspicion of stabbing a relative during a family party in the Netherlands.   According to De Telegraaf, the 28-year-old Dutch footballer was arrested by police on Sunday over the incident which occurred in late July.   The report said the family member …

Oge Obi, the undercover reporter in BBC sex-for-grades project and ‘the brain’ behind the documentary has released a disturbing video where she keeps apologising “for what I’m about to do.” She said in the caption for the video that all she wanted was to be the next Christiane Amanpour the …

Following the out break of COVID-19 during the recently aborted 2020 Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference, at least 18 top generals of the Nigerian Army have tested positive for the dreaded corona virus. That the top military officers were all confirmed to have participated in the annual conference which …

Photos of Nigerian soldiers guarding and assisting people of Zabarmari as they harvest their farm produce

CEO to forgo potential $112 Million bonus to stay home and care for the kids and allow his wife focus on her career

A Facebook user, Bello Inua Anka on Friday, December 11, posted photos of Nigerian soldiers guarding and assisting the people of Zabarmari farming community in Jere Local Government Area of Borno while harvesting their farms produce at Koshebe village.   This is coming weeks after Boko Haram terrorists slaughtered over …

After crawling out of burning car wreckage following an accident, early Sunday morning, South Africa defender Motjeka Madisha has died,  a club official told AFP. According to an official, who requested anonymity, the 25-year-old footballer, was one of two occupants of a car that went out of control, hit an advertising …

Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Tukur Buratai has reacted to the International Criminal Court (ICC) announcement of opening a full investigation into war crimes and crimes against humanity allegedly committed by terrorist group, Boko Haram and Nigerian security forces.   Buratai who spoke from self-isolation he went into following the the death of …

Politician, Adamu Garba, is of the opinion that the #EnSARS protest is a failed Biafra movement supported by gullible people.   Nigerians used the #EndSARS protest which began in October to demand an end to police brutality as well as an end to the now-disbanded police unit, Special Anti-Robbery Squad SARS. …

Journalist, Temitayo Adetoto, has accused singer, Seun Kuti, of pulling out a gun in the middle of a melee over parking space at his area of residence in Ikeja on Saturday, December 12.   Temitayo made the allegation via her Twitter handle. She wrote; ”SEUN KUTI pulled out a gun over …

President Buhari has celebrated the victory of Nigerian-born boxer, Anthony Joshua over Kubrat Pulev on Saturday night, December 12.   A statement released by presidential aide, Femi Adesina, says the President said that by retaining his IBF, WBA, and WBO titles, Joshua has given boxing lovers round the world, and particularly in …

The deployment of additional forces to Katsina to assist in rescue operations has been ordered by the Inspector General of Police, Mohammad Adamu. This is coming barely 24 hours after students from the Government Science Secondary School, Kankara were abducted by unknown gunmen suspected to be bandits. Recall that unknown …

Abel Jurgen Wilhem, fiancee of 36-year-old actress, Cossy Ojiakor has allegedly called off their engagement on grounds of domestic violence. Cossy’s Nigerian-German boyfriend took to his Instagram page, to publicly announce the end of their four months engagement.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   According to Abel, he took the decision after Cossy got into a …

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has facilitated the return of a mother of four, Omowunmi Rhoda Aladeboyeje, allegedly trafficked to Cairo, Egypt. The 35-year-old was reportedly tricked to Egypt by her elder brother, who informed her about a nursing job in the United States. A statement released by Abdur-Rahman Balogun. …

Katsina State Governor Aminu Masari has ordered the immediate closure of all schools in the state.   Recall that earlier on Saturday December 12, armed men stormed Government Science Secondary School in ?an?ara Local Government Area of the state and began shooting into the air, causing the students to flee …

The Kaduna state government has issued a strong warning that it may impose another lockdown if the numbers of COVID-19 confirmed cases continues to rise in the state. This warning was issued by the state Commissioner of Health, Dr. Amina Mohammed-Baloni at a press conference on Saturday, December 12. The warning …

Stylists of Big Brother Naija stars, Erica and Laycon are currently under fire on social media over their sense of style and fashion. A photo of the BBNaija season 5 winner from his recent magazine cover, surfaced online and Nigerians have dragged him to pieces over his choice of outfit. While some netizens criticized …

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Adeboye, has decreed that all single men who are of marriageable age but are wasting time to settle down will get married in 2021.   He offered the prayers when he was preaching in his church on Friday, December 11.   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451# …

Comedian, AY Makun, believes it is slave mentality when people promote the works of foreign artists for free but charge local artists.   He shared this thought on his Twitter handle on Saturday December 12.   It reads ”Slavery mentality is when you are excited to promote & project foreign artistes who …

On Saturday December 12, Seun, one of the sons of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, got married to his beau, Deola Shonubi, at the Harvesters Christian Center in Lagos state.   The wedding reception took place at the Federal Palace hotel in Victoria Island.   The wedding had important guests in …

Anthony Joshua in the early hours of Sunday, December 12, beat Bulgaria’s Kubrat Pulev, by a knockout in the ninth round to retain his three world heavyweight championship belts after a year away in a title defence.   Joshua regained the WBA, WBO and IBF titles in a rematch against Andy Ruiz Jr. last …

Nigerian activist and Bring Back Our Girls co-convener, Aisha Yesufu has advised newly wedded couples to ensure their mothers are kept out of their marriage if they want it to work. Aisha said the moment the man or woman start sharing what is happening in their marriage with their mother, …

The Chief of Army Staff, (COAS) Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, has urged the men of the Nigerian Army to ignore the move by the International Criminal Court, ICC to probe the military for war crimes, rights violations, amongst others. CorrectNG earlier reported that ICC Prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, on Friday, said that …

Unknown gunmen kill politician in Oyo

Ministry of Petroleum Resources spent N116m on pens, letter heads and toners in one year – Auditor General

Naira will become powerful again- Pastor Adeboye prays

Update: Kidnapped Taraba lawmaker freed

Kaduna state government threatens to impose another lockdown as COVID19 cases increase

The Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the attack that occurred at Government Science Secondary School, Kankara, in the early hours of Saturday, December 12.   A statement released by the spokesman for the command, SP Gambo Isah, said 200 of the students have returned to the school.   “On …

Life for 14-year-old Blessing Ugbe was a happy one, until some herdsmen stormed some farmlands in her village in Keana Local Government Area, Nasarawa State in 2018, shooting anyone in sight and destroying the farmlands. Blessing’s 49-year-old father Ugbe Iornonge, her mother Mamakor and her eldest brother Kenneth lay dead …

After a threat notice pasted in the neighborhood of Dejuwogbo community, Oke-Ota Ona, Ikorodu, by suspected robbers, some landlords and tenants have fled their homes. However those who have been unable to flee, are apprehensive about their safety as they endure fearful nights. Newsmen learnt that the locals woke up last Saturday …

The Ogun State House of Assembly mace which was carted away by suspected hoodlums has been recovered by the Lagos state police command.   The mace was recovered in Abule Ado area of Lagos state at about 8.30am on Friday December 11. It was reportedly thrown out from a Toyota Siena Space …

The presidency has stated that it won’t succumb to threats hinged on restructuring of the country.   Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu in the tweets he shared on Friday December 11 stressed that some comments linked to restructuring are ” unpatriotic outbursts which are unhelpful and unwarranted.”   He added that the presidency …

A new research is claiming that sleeping with a dog in your bed is good and much better than sharing a bed with a human. According to a study conducted by Christy L. Hoffman, from Canisius College in New York, the sleeping patterns of dogs closely mirror those of humans. …

Tracy Howell, who has been married for 40 years, has come out to explain why she has been taking a bite off her husband’s lunch before he heads off to work with it.   Writing about it on Facebook, Tracy, from Texas, revealed she has been doing it for the …

Governor Kayode Fayemi has stated that he was an activist during his younger years who knew when to stop and negotiate.   The Ekiti state Governor said this at a virtual symposium organised by the Harvard Kenny School Alumni Association of Nigeria on Friday December 11.   Fayemi who was a …

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has gone into self-isolation after one of his close aides tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, December 10.   The State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday December 11, said the Governor and other members of his team …

Television production giants, Disney, has announced that a third installment of “Sister Act” is in production, with veteran actress, Whoopi Goldberg reprising her starring role nearly three decades after the original film was released.   Goldberg will return as Deloris Van Cartier, a singer forced to enter the witness protection program …

The publisher of Leadership newspapers, Sam Nda-Isaiah, has died.   Late Ndah-Isiah died on Friday night, December 11, after a brief illness. He was 58 years old.   Born in 1962 in Minna, Niger State, Nda-Isaiah, who held the traditional title of Kakaki Nupe, studied Pharmacy at Obafemi Awolowo University.   …

Ace Nigerian singer and label boss, Ayodeji Balogun better known as Wizkid has returned to Nigeria just in time for the festive season after being away in the United Kingdom for months. The award-winning musician dropped the hints via his Insta-story that he was on his way home. The Joro …

A young Benue state resident died on Wednesday after setting himself on fire over alleged non-payment of three years allowance. The young man known as Aondona Yaga, was until his death on the morning of December 9th, a casual staff at the Gwer local government secretariat, Aliade, Vanguard reports.   …

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) season 5 winner, Laycon, born Olamilekan Agbeleshe has warned popular blogger, Instablog9ja not to compare him to rapper, Vector. He was speaking in reaction to a post by Instablog where the blogger asked fans to choose between the reality TV star and lyricist, Vector Tha Viper. …

Earlier today, CorrectNG reported that a lady identified as Queen Vivian on Twitter revealed that music producer, Don Jazzy recently blessed her with a sizable sum of money. She called on her Twitter followers to thank Don Jazzy on her behalf as she shared photos of herself posing with the …

American singer, Enisa Nikaj also referred to as Eniola by her Nigerian fans, has spoken on her relationship status. The singer was asked by Nigerian activist and socio-political commentator, Henry Shield if she is married and the ‘Love Cycle’ hitmaker replied that she is not. However, she also revealed that …

As cases of road accidents continues, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has disclosed that not less than 40 people died in 82 road accidents across Adamawa State between September 1 and December 9 this year. The FRSC adds that 203 people sustained injuries in the 82 accidents involving a total of …

Cross River, Jigawa, Kogi, Osun, Ebonyi, Adamawa and Zamfara are not conducting enough COVID-19 tests – NCDC DG

N950m Jonathan campaign fund: Court acquits former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Aminu Wali, of all charges

Umahi was PDP at exterior but APC at heart – Femi Adesina

Northern elders disown Ango Abdullahi over statement against Igbos

Following the recent increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in Nigeria, the Federal government has asked that treatment centers across the country to prepare for reopening. The centers were closed after a reduction in the number of cases were reported. The number of confirmed cases has risen in the …

Father Ejike Mbaka has been accused of assaulting a team of BBC journalists who visited his residence for an interview on Wednesday December 9.   BBC journalists Chioma Obianinwa and Nnamdi Agbanelo, as well as their driver, Ndubuisi Nwafor, were accompanied by another Catholic priest, Father Cajethan Obiekezie and his …

One of the alleged leaders of #EndSARS protest in Osun state identified as Emmanuel Adebayo a.k.a “Captain”, has been arrested by operatives of the Directorate of State Service (DSS).   He was arrested on Thursday morning, December 10, over an alleged impersonation.     https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   The Nation reported that Adebayo who led the …

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano state has reacted to the killing of at least 16 travellers along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway on Wednesday December 9.   In a statement released by his spokesperson Abba Anwar, Ganduje expressed shock and commiserated with the families of the deceased. He also asked God to punish the perpetrators …

Four women subjected to sexual assault in the violence that followed Kenya’s disputed 2007 election are set to receive  compensations after a judge ruled that the country had violated their rights when it failed to investigate their cases.   The court on Thursday, December 10, ordered the government to pay $36,000 (£27,000) …

Minister of Defence, Bashir Magashi, says with regards to security, Nigeria is better than it was seven years ago.   The Minister said this when he appeared on Channels TV on Thursday, December 10. He said the Buhari administration has subdued Boko Haram, and urged Nigerians to appreciate the government’s effort. “The problem …

Okechukwu Nathaniel, the 21-year-old designer who lost his life as a result of the hijacked #EndSars protest has finally been committed to mother earth. Oke’s girlfriend, Derin, took to Twitter to share ; Laid my baby to rest. Rest in peace Oke   Laid my baby to rest. Rest in …

Young Nigerian men getting married to older white women has become a common thing lately. Many people have implied that they are marrying the older ladies just so they could acquire papers to stay abroad. However, former assistant on New Media to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri thinks otherwise. According …

A cute and funny video is currently trending on social media and it captures the moment a little boy woke up from sleep and got in the mood for a groove as soon as he heard a hit song of Nigerian singer, Davido. A man identified as Kareem took to …

A Nigerian woman identified as Yetunde Adeseluka-Oladejo, has shone light on the challenges being experienced by some poor school children of Ore Akinde village in Ogun state. Yetunde, few days ago, revealed how the children always had to endure the arduous task of trekking for six hours every day to  …

The president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana on his re-election for a second term in office. Buhari posted the congratulatory message on his official Twitter handle today, Thursday 10, 2020. The statement reads,   https://music.apple.com/us/album/strength-of-a-woman/1535263451#   I congratulate President Akufo-Addo on his re-election for …

A 10-year old girl identified as Binta Shehu has passed on after she accidentally fell into an open well in Yanka Tsari village of Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano. The tragic incident happened when the girl was said to have gone to the well to fetch water where she eventually …

Abdulrasheed Maina, a former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reformed Taskforce Team, collapsed in the dock during the resumed hearing in his N2bn money laundering trial at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday morning, December 10.   Today’s sitting was scheduled for the hearing of his no-case submission, …

Real Madrid coach, Zinedine Zidane, has admitted he would not last long in the job at Real Madrid as Alex Ferguson did at Manchester United but signaled his determination to lead his side through good times and bad after sealing qualification to the Champions League knockout stages. Madrid went into …

Faisal, son of the former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Taskforce Team, Abdulrasheed Maina, who was declared wanted by the Federal High Court in Abuja, has been arrested.   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, confirmed to the court Thursday, Dec 10, that Faisal, 21, who jumped bail …