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Respect for Religion Requested: MURIC Urges Organized Labour to Consider Sallah Celebrations and Avoid Creating Hardships for Muslims
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has issued a scathing criticism of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), accusing them of plotting to sabotage the upcoming Salah...
Nationwide Strikes Commences Across Health, Aviation, Schools, Banks, Critical Sectors
A crippling blow has been dealt to essential services across Nigeria, as the NLC and TUC embark on an indefinite strike, commencing today. The Federal Government’s...
Sowore Blasts MFM Founder Olukoya, Compares Him to Convicted Killer Reverend King for Alleged Abuse of Church Members
Human rights activist and #RevolutionNow convener, Omoyele Sowore, has compared the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministry, Daniel Olukoya, to the...
Sowore Blasts MFM Founder Olukoya, Compares Him to Convicted Killer Reverend King for Alleged Abuse of Church Members
Human rights activist and #RevolutionNow convener, Omoyele Sowore, has compared the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministry, Daniel Olukoya, to the...
Sowore Blasts MFM Founder Olukoya, Compares Him to Convicted Killer Reverend King for Alleged Abuse of Church Members
Human rights activist and #RevolutionNow convener, Omoyele Sowore, has compared the General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministry, Daniel Olukoya, to the...
First Bank Employee Allegedly Embezzles ₦40 Billion, Vanishes Without a Trace
First Bank, one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions with a market capitalization of ₦829 billion, has been shaken to its core by a case of alleged...
Abba Kyari Returns Home, Family and Friends Extend Warm Welcome as Suspended DCP is Released After 27 Months in Detention
After spending 27 months in detention at the Kuje Custodial Centre, Abba Kyari, the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, received a joyous homecoming from his family...
Abba Kyari Returns Home, Family and Friends Extend Warm Welcome as Suspended DCP is Released After 27 Months in Detention
After spending 27 months in detention at the Kuje Custodial Centre, Abba Kyari, the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, received a joyous homecoming from his family...
Abba Kyari Returns Home, Family and Friends Extend Warm Welcome as Suspended DCP is Released After 27 Months in Detention
After spending 27 months in detention at the Kuje Custodial Centre, Abba Kyari, the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, received a joyous homecoming from his family...
Nollywood’s Wale Ojo Mourns Loss of Mother
British Nigerian actor and Nollywood star Wale Ojo, whose acclaimed role in “Breath of Life” brought him an award, has lost his beloved mother. Taking to Instagram...
Tragedy Strikes Abia State as Two Soldiers Perish in Gunfire by Unknown Assailants During Sit-At-Home Enforcement
Two soldiers were reported to have been killed by unidentified gunmen enforcing the controversial “Sit-At-Home” order in Abia State. According to Sahara...
ON THE DISTRESSING YEARS OF OCEAN SURGE AT AYETORO, OUR LEGENDARY ILAJE LONDON; TIME TO RESCUE A NATIONAL MONUMENT!
(Press statement of the Kunle Ajayi, African Action Congress (AAC) Gubernatorial Candidate in Ondo2024) Just about two days after I tweeted on X about the issues of...
U.S. Laboratory Refutes Claims of Conducting MohBad’s Toxicology Test, Disputing Lagos Government’s Statement
Following the mysterious death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad), the circumstances surrounding his passing have become even more uncertain as the National...
Actor Sola Gaji’s Bold Claim: “My Wife Can Cheat, But She Mustn’t Leave My House”
Actor Sola Olaibi Gaji has said that he expects his wife to remain in his home as his spouse, even if she cheats. He made this revelation in an interview with his...
AFRICA AND THE CONTROVERSY ABOUT DEPOPULATION
He was very explicit about his reasons when he said, “Demographics is important…My advice to all government leaders and people is: make sure you have children to...
Ronaldo Sets Saudi League Ablaze, Shatters Goal Scoring Record with 35-Goal in Sensational Debut Season
In a blistering debut season in the Saudi League, Cristiano Ronaldo has written his name into the record books, scoring an astounding 35 goals to shatter the previous...
Islam and the Washing Machine: Social Critic, Oluwaseyifunmi Oyetunbi, Lambasts Imam’s Misguided Interpretation of Quran
Social critic Oluwaseyifunmi Oyetunbi has strongly condemned an Imam’s interpretation of the Quran that reportedly forbade women from using washing machines to...
Violent Attack Leaves Scores Injured As Hoodlums Attack Lagos Police Station
Over 100 armed thugs descended on the Ipaja Police Station in Lagos, Nigeria, engaging in a fierce gun battle with officers on Monday, Saharareporters revealed. While...
Peter Obi Compromises, Goes Across Aisle in Ambitious Push for PDP, Others Merger
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has expressed his willingness to accept a merger with other parties if it will lead to...
My Wife Was Pregnant For Another Man Inside Marriage – Singer, Harrysong Reveals
In a shocking revelation, Nigerian singer, Harrysong, has disclosed that his wife was pregnant with another man’s child while they were still married. This...
Terrorists Ambush Bus, Abduct Passengers on Irun, Ondo Road
Commuters aboard an 18-passenger commercial bus in Ondo State have been confronted by heavily armed terrorists, who abducted several passengers and fled the scene. The...
Tragedy Strikes, Many Feared Dead as Lagos Mosque Collapses
A tragic incident unfolded in Lagos as a mosque collapsed, trapping many worshippers beneath the rubble and leaving several feared dead. As the harrowing details...
Ajayi Crowther University Expels Students Involved in Fatal Fight
Ajayi Crowther University has taken a decisive stand against violence by expelling several students who participated in a deadly altercation that left one of their peers...
Kogi University Horror: Two Students Reportedly Killed by Kidnappers After Ransom Failure
The chilling aftermath of a terrorist invasion at Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State has been uncovered, as two of the abducted students...
Minimizing the Influence of Money in Nigerian Politics: A Proposal for a Minimum Wage Legislature, Written by Sulaimon Popoola
For decades, Nigeria’s political landscape has been plagued by systemic problems of corruption, volatility, and a lack of transparency. One of the most insidious...
Drug Bust Allegation: Nicki Minaj Detained in Amsterdam
Female Rapper, Nicki Minaj has found herself at the center of a drug bust drama during an Instagram Live session. While interacting with her fans on the social media...
My First Year ‘Challenging, Fulfilling’ – President Tinubu
The past year has been marked by a tumultuous and complex landscape for President Bola Tinubu. Amidst persistent incidents of violence and economic instability, the...
Otedola Celebrates DJ Cuppy: Nigerian Billionaire’s Proud Dad Moment with King Charles III
Nigerian billionaire, Femi Otedola has taken to social media to express his immense pride in his daughter, DJ Cuppy, who has reportedly been appointed to a new role...
Xavi Sacked! Barcelona Axes Coach in Shock Move
In a bombshell revelation, Fabrizio Romano, the well-known Italian transfer expert, has confirmed the sacking of Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández. Hernández’s...
Government Reroutes Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road After Causing Irreparable Damage to Landmark Beach and Other Facilities
In response to the demolition of parts of Landmark Beach and other facilities, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced its decision to abandon the planned...
Ebonyi State University Mourns Final-Year Student, Favour Ugwuka, Who Committed Suicide
Favour Ugwuka, a final-year student studying English at Ebonyi State University in Abakaliki, has taken her own life. It has been reported that prior to her death,...
Mohbad’s Mother Petitions Police over Threats from Ex-Husband, Joseph Aloba
According to reports, Abosede Olumiyi, the mother of the late Afrobeats star, Mohbad, has filed a petition with the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 2, and...
Journalist Sanusi Condemns Onuorah’s Arrest, Challenges Tinubu to Defend Press Freedom
In the wake of Editor Madu Onuorah’s arrest, fellow Journalist Abiodun Sanusi has condemned the incident, criticizing what he sees as a deteriorating state of press...
Nigerian Senate Convenes to Consider Changing National Anthem
The Nigerian Senate held an executive session on Thursday to debate the potential restoration of the country’s former national anthem. The bill proposing to change...
Rivers APC Rallies One Million Supporters in Solidarity with President Tinubu
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held an impressive one-million-man march on Thursday, demonstrating their unwavering support for...
Nigerian Police Officer Endangers Lives by Wrestling Steering Wheel from Moving Car
An alarming incident involving a police officer and a cab driver has sparked outrage after a video surfaced showing the officer engaged in a dangerous struggle for...
Nigerian Students Forced to Leave UK University and Country Over Unpaid Tuition Fees
A group of Nigerian students at Teesside University in the United Kingdom has been ordered to leave the country after struggling to pay their tuition fees on time. The...
Oritsefemi’s Ex-Wife Nabila Fash Threatens Legal Action Over ‘Defamatory’ Miscarriage Allegations
Nabila Fash, the former wife of Nigerian singer Oritsefemi, plans to sue him for defamation after he claimed that she had 21 miscarriages and threatened his life. Nabila...
Controversial Social Media Critic VeryDarkMan Remanded in Police Custody on Cyberbullying Charges
Nigerian social media critic and activist, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has been remanded in police custody following his arraignment in an Abuja court...
Talented Nigerian Artist Olaolu Akeredolu-Ale Designs 2024 FA Cup Trophy
A 23-year-old Nigerian artist Olaolu Akeredolu-Ale, also known as Olaolu Slawn, has designed the trophy for the 2024 Emirates FA Cup final. Slawn’s collaboration...
Nnamdi Kanu Says Terrorism Prohibition Act Forbids His Trial in Nigerian Courts
In a recent interview, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has stated his belief that no Nigerian court has the legal authority...
Police Begins 24-Hour Motorbike Patrol on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge
The Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command has introduced a 24-hour motorbike patrol on the Third Mainland Bridge. According to reports, the...
Pochettino Out: Chelsea Confirms Manager’s Departure After One Season
In a significant development, Chelsea Football Club has announced that Mauricio Pochettino has left his role as manager by mutual consent. The decision comes after just...
Social Critic Oluwaseyi Oyetunbi Slams Oyo Governor for Sending Daughter to Yale Instead of Top-Ranked University of Ibadan
As Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde celebrates his daughter’s graduation from Yale University in the United States, social critic Oluwaseyi Oyetunbi has raised...
Minimum Wage Negotiations Resume Amidst Discord: Government Proposes N54,000, Labour Insists on N615,000
The organized labour unions in Nigeria have collectively rejected the federal government’s proposed minimum wage of N54,000, according to a highly reliable source...
Governor Makinde Proudly Celebrates Daughter’s Academic Milestone As She Graduates from Yale University
In a heartwarming display of pride and joy, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde congratulated his daughter, Tobi Makinde, on her recent graduation from the esteemed Yale...
Two LASU Students Wounded by Stray Bullets Near Campus
Tragedy struck late Monday as two Lagos State University (LASU) students fell victim to stray bullets in an attack outside the campus. The incident occurred at PPL, a...
It’s Too Risky To Be Full Housewife – BBnaija Star Doyin David
Doyinsola Anuoluwapo David, popularly known as Doyin from the Big Brother Naija reality show, has shared her perspective on the importance of financial independence for...
Only Applicants From Federal Institutions Can Access Student Loan For Now – FG
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has introduced a pioneering student loan program designed exclusively for students attending public universities and...
UK Home Office Threatens to Deport Disabled Nigerian Man After 38 Years, Losing Contact with African Family
The United Kingdom’s Home Office has threatened to deport Anthony Olubunmi George, a 61-year-old disabled Nigerian man, despite having lived in the UK for 38...
Portable’s Former Manager, Stelliza, Passes Away
The music industry is in mourning following the untimely death of Oluwatosin Adeseyan, better known by her professional moniker Stelliza. A former manager to the...
Living Faith Founder’s Son, Isaac Oyedepo, Reveals Struggle with Pornography Addiction
Isaac Oyedepo, the son of prominent Nigerian clergyman and founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo, has opened up about his personal struggle with...
Unidentified Man Dies While Watching Match at Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway Bar
A middle-aged man has tragically lost his life while enjoying a football match at a local bar situated along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. PurpleWorld learned that the...
Irate Youths Set Two Students Ablaze in Retaliatory Attack Following Fatal Accident
A tumultuous scene unfolded in Odeomu, Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun State, when enraged youths set fire to a vehicle involved in a tragic accident that claimed...
Abuja’s Banex Market Erupts in Chaos as Soldiers and Traders Clash Over Phone Dispute
A viral video shared on social media platform X on Saturday showcased a chaotic scene at Banex, an electronics and telecommunications market in Abuja, where a large...
Tragic Accident Reportedly Claims 7 Lives at Imo State University Junction
A horrific accident has occurred on Saturday night at the ever-busy Imo State University (IMSU) junction in Owerri, Nigeria, leaving seven people dead and several others...
N45,000 Minimum Wage Unrealistic, N100,000 Crucial for Nigerian Workers’ Survival – Shehu Sani
Ex-Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has called into question the feasibility of the Federal Government’s proposed N45,000 minimum wage, asserting that Nigerian...
Chelsea Sensation Cole Palmer Wins Premier League Young Player of the Season Award
In a remarkable debut season for Chelsea, 22-year-old Cole Palmer has been named the Premier League Young Player of the Season for 2023/24. With 22 goals and 10 assists...
Manchester City’s Phil Foden Named Premier League Player of the Season 2023/24
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has been crowned the Premier League Player of the Season for 2023/24. The 23-year-old English star has had an outstanding season,...
FAAN Launches e-Tags for Access to Nigeria’s 24 Federal Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has initiated the sale of e-tags, granting entry into the 24 federal airports across the nation. This was made known in...
15 Confirmed Dead in Kano Mosque Arson Attack, Police Confirm
The Kano State Police Command has officially confirmed the deaths of 15 individuals following the tragic mosque arson attack in Gadan village, Gezawa Local Government...
President Tinubu Hosts Senegal’s Young President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, at Presidential Villa
President Bola Tinubu warmly received Senegal’s youthful President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. While the specific...
Ogun State Government Launches Demolition Drive to Clear Public Spaces and Bridges of Shanties and Temporary Structures
The Ogun State Government has initiated a demolition drive on Thursday. The operation targeted shanties and other temporary buildings that had been erected beneath...
Lagos State Government Threatens Sanctions Against Teachers Conducting Paid Extra Lessons After School Hours
The Lagos State Government has announced its intention to crack down on teachers and schools that continue to exploit the extra hour after official closing time for paid...
Cause of Mohbad’s Death Remains Undetermined, Pathologist Reveals
The pathologist responsible for the forensic examination of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad, has disclosed that the cause of...
Nigerian Singer Peter Okoye Undergoes Hair Transplant Procedure in Turkey to Combat Baldness
Popular Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, also known as Mr. P, has shared the process of his hair transplant procedure in Istanbul, Turkey. The artist took to his Instagram...
Six OAU Students Reportedly Injured as Iconic Amphitheater Roof Collapses During Class
At least six students from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State were reportedly rushed to the hospital after the roof of the iconic Amphitheater...
House of Representatives To Probe Soaring Commodity Prices Amid Concerns Over Inflation
The House of Representatives has instructed its Committee on Commerce to investigate the continuous increase in commodity prices across the country. This follows the...
Nigerian Singer Portable Released on Bail After Arrest for N14m Luxury Car Debt
Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been released on bail after spending a night in police custody. The musician was arrested by the Nigeria Police on...
Nigerian Organised Labour Walks Out of Minimum Wage Negotiations Over Government’s ‘Ridiculous’ N48,000 Offer
Tensions between the Nigerian government and organized labor unions have reached a boiling point, as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC)...
Tinubu Government Announces Collection of Tolls from All Nigerians At Airport Gates
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has announced a significant change in policy for federal airports across Nigeria. Effective immediately, all users of...
UK Court Sentences Nigerian Husband to Life Imprisonment for Murdering Wife Over Suspected Infidelity
A United Kingdom court has sentenced Abodunde David Olubunmi, a Nigerian national, to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of his wife. Olubunmi used their...
ASUU Threatens Nationwide Strike Amidst Government Inaction
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened a nationwide strike in protest against the Nigerian government’s failure to address crucial issues....
Popular Nigerian Singer Portable Reportedly Arrested Over Mercedes Benz G-Wagon Debt
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command over an alleged debt related to his purchase of a Mercedes...
Dangote Cement Workers Abducted in Edo State, Dozens Taken, Several Injured in Gunmen Ambush
On Monday, an unspecified number of workers from Dangote Cement were reportedly kidnapped by gunmen suspected to be bandits in an ambush that left several other...
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Touch Down in Lagos
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have touched down in Lagos, Nigeria, marking the final leg of their three-day visit to Nigeria. The...
AMVCA 2024: “Breath of Life” Takes Center Stage, Wins Big with Best Overall Movie Award
“Breath of Life,” a captivating Nigerian drama, stole the show at the 10th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) by clinching the highly-coveted...
EFCC Cracks Down on Dollar Transactions: Embassies Ordered to Charge in Naira
In a recent development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to prohibit embassies from conducting...
Expert Advice on Buying a Used Car in 2024
Purchasing a used car can be a wise choice if you’re looking for a dependable car at a lower cost. But to make sure you’re investing wisely, you need to do a...
LAUTECH Student Reportedly Stabbed to Death In Ogbomosho
Adedokun Olamilekan, a 200-level student at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, was reportedly stabbed to death by unidentified individuals....
Actress Eniola Badmus Reportedly Joins Politics as Special Assistant to Reps Speaker
Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has reportedly made a significant career change by entering the political arena. According to recent reports, Badmus has been appointed...
Abia State Governor, Otti Alleges N10 Billion Transferred to 32 Individual Company Accounts by Past Administration
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has accused the previous administration of Okezie Ikpeazu of misappropriating N10 billion in airport funds. Otti alleges that the money was...
Nigeria’s Naira Continues to Struggle, Among the Worst-Performing Currencies Globally, Report Reveals
The Nigerian Naira has experienced a significant shift in its performance, as reported by Bloomberg The report highlighted the growing challenges faced by...
Prince Harry and Meghan Arrive in Nigeria to Lead the Invictus Games
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrived Nigeria country. The royal couple’s arrival marked the commencement of the highly anticipated Invictus Games, an...
Gunmen Abduct Kogi University Students in Violent Attack
In a harrowing incident that has sent shockwaves through the Kogi community, armed bandits strucked the Confluence University of Science and Technology in Osara, Okene...
‘Give First Salary to Your Father, Not Your Pastor,’ Renowned Actor Kanayo Kanayo Insists on Ancestral Blessing
In a bold declaration of his priorities, Kanayo Kanayo denounced pastors and declared that it is more important to honor one’s father with a first paycheck than to...
Nollywood Actor Yomi Fabiyi Sparks Outrage with Questionable Defense of Baba Ijesha: ‘No Evidence of Sexual Abuse,’ He Claims
Unwavering in his support for Baba Ijesha, even in the face of public condemnation and legal verdict, actor Yomi Fabiyi has doubled down on his controversial stance....
Jnr Pope’s Family Reportedly Seeks Supernatural Answers to Uncover Truth Behind Son’s Untimely Passing
Junior Pope’s family is said to have turned to an age-old tradition. The ‘Isi Atu’ charm, a supernatural tool believed to identify culprits by...
Senate Passes Bill to Boost Judiciary Salaries, Raising CJN Pay to N5.39m and Justices’ Pay to N4.21m Amidst Economic Hardship
The Nigerian Senate took a decisive step towards increasing judicial salaries on Thursday, as a Bill to that effect passed its second reading. This proposed legislation,...
Nigerian Senate Approves Capital Punishment for Drug Offenses
The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill that imposes the death penalty on drug offenders. According to the new law, individuals convicted of possessing, trafficking, or...
Nigerian Man Enters Coffin for 24-Hour Burial Challenge
A young Nigerian man by the name of Young C has taken on the morbid challenge of being buried alive in a coffin for a staggering 24 hours. Young C’s daring feat...
Nigerian University Student Sues EFCC for N10M After Alleged Wrongful Arrest
Oluwateniola Omidiji, a 19-year-old nursing student at Babcock University, has taken legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for holding...
Nigeria Tops the Charts for Out-of-School Children Globally – UNICEF
In a sobering report, UNICEF has revealed the grim reality of Nigeria’s education crisis, ranking the country as the nation with the highest number of children out...
Microsoft to Close Nigerian Office, Endangering 200 Local Jobs
In a development that may deal a severe blow to Nigeria’s rapidly expanding tech industry, sources report that Microsoft is contemplating the shutdown of its...
CBN Imposes Tight Deadline for PoS Operators
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a resolute 7-day ultimatum for all Point of Sales (PoS) operators to complete their registration with the Corporate Affairs...
Company Allegedly Files Suit Against Employees for Stealing Two Loaves of Bread
A shopping center in Ibadan, Oyo state, has allegedly taken legal action against two of its employees for pilfering two loaves of bread valued at ₦2,600. PurpleWorld...
CBN Imposes 0.005% Cybersecurity Levy on Electronic Transactions
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has ordered financial institutions to start collecting a 0.005% levy on all electronic transactions, effective within the next two...
Terror Strikes Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway: Seven Kidnapped, One Feared Dead in Gunmen Attack
A group of travelers passing through the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway were met with terror and violence when a band of armed gunmen ambushed their vehicles. The ambush on...
Lekki Buildings Unapproved: Lagos State Government Reveals 80% of Lekki Structures Lack Permits
Dr Oluyinka Olumide, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development in Lagos State, made a shocking revelation regarding the building situation in Ibeju...
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