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Former Konga CEO Nick Imudia’s Death Not Suicide, Family Insists He Was “Full of Life”

The Imudia family, reacting to the unfortunate passing of their loved one, Nick Imudia, former CEO of Konga, has issued a statement vehemently denying rumors of suicide....

NLC, TUC Urged to Strike over Minimum Wage, Electricity Hike

In a bid to protest against the current economic realities in Nigeria, civil society groups have urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress...

“Not Dead Yet!” Olu Jacobs Disproves Death Rumour in Viral Video

Veteran Actor Olu Jacobs Passes Away at 82

In a sombre turn of events for the Nigerian entertainment industry, veteran actor Olu Jacobs has passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a profound legacy that...

Chelsea Sign Leicester Midfielder Dewsbury-Hall

Chelsea Football Club has successfully swooped in to add the dynamic and promising young English midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to their ranks, signing him from...

Tragedy Strikes Borno as Gwoza Bombing Claims 8 Lives, Injures 15

The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the loss of eight lives and the injury of 15 others as a result of a deadly bomb explosion that occurred in Gwoza Local...

‘I’m Sorry’: Kenyan MP, Wife Don ‘Apology’ Shirts After Bill Backfires, Sparks Nationwide Protests

In a remarkable act of contrition, MP David Gikaria and his wife Violet Nzisa Katua, who represent the Nakuru Town East constituency, offered an unconventional apology...

103 Nigerians Deported from Turkey Over Migration Issues

The Federal Government recently welcomed back 103 Nigerians who were forcibly repatriated from Turkey due to issues related to migration. The returnees, who had been...

Mr Macaroni Reminds Sanwo-Olu’s SSA: “Your Boss is Accountable to Me, Not the Other Way Around.”

Nigerian actor and comedian, Debo Adedayo, better known as Mr Macaroni, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s media aide, Wale Ajetunmobi, traded barbs on X (Twitter)...

Court Grants Mohbad’s Family Approval for Independent Autopsy Amid Controversy Over Cause of Death

Ilerioluwa Aloba, the late Lagos-based singer known as Mohbad, has had his family’s request for an independent autopsy and toxicology test granted by the...

36-year-old Nigerian Woman, Pregnant with Triplets, Dies in UK

A Nigerian woman, Prudence Daniel-Obia, who was 36 years old and expecting triplets, lost her life in the United Kingdom, along with her unborn children. Prudence and...

Nigerian Government Announces New Rules, Says Skits, Films, and Music Videos Must Be Classified by NFVCB

The federal government has declared that skits, films, and music videos cannot be released without first obtaining a classification rating from the National Films and...

Ex-Konga CEO Nick Imudia Dies by Suicide

In a shocking turn of events, the Nigerian business community was rocked by the sudden and tragic death of Nick Imudia, former CEO of Konga, one of the country’s...

Pregnant Woman Stages Own Kidnapping, Found Safe in Ilorin

A pregnant woman, Raheemat Lateef, who was initially thought to have been abducted on her way to the hospital to deliver her baby, was discovered to have staged her own...

It’ll Take Decades To Eradicate Banditry In Northwest Nigeria— Sultan Of Sokoto

Muhammad Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto, yesterday, declared that it will take decades for the north-west to be free from the menacing security challenge. The Sultan spoke...

Yoruba Party UK Announces Candidacy for UK General Election

The Yoruba Party in the United Kingdom (YPUK) has unveiled its plan to contest in the upcoming UK general election, marking a significant milestone in the group’s...

Labour Party Chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo Hints at Defection to APC

Prominent member of the Labour Party, Kenneth Okonkwo, recently disclosed his intentions to switch allegiance and return to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Kenneth...

Sowore Rebukes Ekiti Death Sentences, Says Fayose, Fayemi Stole Billions Unpunished

Human Rights activist and convener of the RevolutionNow movement, Omoyele Sowore, has voiced his shock and disbelief over a recent ruling in Ekiti State where three...

Pregnant Woman Due for Delivery Abducted by Kidnappers in Ogun State

A heavily pregnant woman on the verge of giving birth has been snatched away from her journey to the hospital by unknown kidnappers. The victim who was simply identified...

Ijebu Money no Dey Fear Witchcraft: Seyifunmi Oyetunbi Paints Ijebu’s Wealthy as Witch-Proof

Social critic Oluwaseyifunmi Oyetunbi has asserted that the affluent residents of Ijebu are not dissuaded from openly displaying their wealth, as they are unafraid of...

Davido Seeks Custody of Daughter Imade in Legal Battle with Sophia Momodu

Renowned singer Davido has taken a legal route to secure full custody of his daughter, Imade, from her mother, Sophia Momodu. Davido, in a bid to persuade the court,...

‘I Left Nigeria Better Than I Met It’ – Former President Obasanjo

Former Nigerian president Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has claimed that he left the country in a better state than when he first assumed office. He made this known during a...

Nigerian Government Set to Launch First Citizen into Space

The Nigerian government has announced plans to launch its first citizen into space. Dr. Mathew Adepoju, Director General of NASRDA, disclosed this in a major...

Ekiti Police Arrests FUOYE Student on Charge of Allegedly Raping Male Classmate

The Ekiti State Police have confirmed the arrest of a final year student of the Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), Olalekan Oni, following allegations of rape against...

Final-Year Student Takes Own Life in Akungba-Akoko

A devastating event unfolded on Monday in the community of Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, when Modupe Ayandare, a final-year student at Adekunle Ajasin University,...

Mile 12 Market Chairman Blames Insecurity for Spike in Tomato, Pepper Prices

On Monday, Shehu Usman Jubrin, the Chairman of the Mile 12 International Market in Lagos, Nigeria, explained the recent spike in prices for tomatoes, peppers, and other...

Human Rights Attorney Tope Temokun Calls Out Nigerian Police Over Denial of #EndSARS Detentions, Demands Transparency on Arrests and Releases

Tope Temokun Esq., a human rights lawyer, has sharply condemned the Nigerian police for their denial of the continued detention of #EndSARS protesters. In...

Cholera Outbreak Reportedly Claims 15 Lives in Lagos, Authorities Warn of Highly Aggressive Strain

According to the Lagos State government, the recent Cholera outbreak has resulted in 15 fatalities, 350 suspected cases, and 17 confirmed cases in the state. On Monday,...

Bwatiye People of Adamawa State Unveils New Bible in Their Native Tongue

The Bwatiye people of Adamawa State, Nigeria, has unveiled a historic translation of the New Testament into their indigenous language. The Bwatiye, known to reside in...

Finidi George Reacts To Victor Osimhen’s Explosive Video

Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George has responded to Victor Osimhen’s viral video on social media where he denied accusations of faking an injury to avoid...

Lebanese Billionaire Mohamed Fouani Kidnapped in Lagos

Mohamed Fouani, the billionaire founder and CEO of the prestigious Founani Group, has been abducted in Lagos. Mr. Mohamed Fouani is the sole franchise owner of LG and...

Finidi George Steps Down as Super Eagles Coach

The Nigerian men football team, Super Eagles’ coach, Finidi George, has stepped down. This was made known by former Super Eagles media officer, Toyin Ibitoye, in a...

Victor Osimhen Slams Finidi George Over Alleged Indiscipline Claims: “I’ve Lost All Respect for Him”

Nigeria and Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, has berated the now-resigned coach of Nigeria’s football team, Super Eagles, Finidi George, for accusing him of lack of...

Nigerian Music Star Rema Deletes All Instagram Posts

Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has wiped his Instagram profile clean, leaving no traces of his previous posts. The 24-year-old singer did not...

Finidi George Accuses Osimhen, Others of Disciplinary Issues, Blasts NFF

Finidi George, embattled coach of the Nigerian Super Eagles, has expressed his frustration with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), claiming that he has not received...

Ogun Woman Arrested for Allegedly Inserting Firewood into 12-Year-Old Girl’s Private Part Over Alleged Theft

The Ogun State Police Command has reported the arrest of a 25-year-old woman, Temitope Adetanju, for allegedly subjecting a 12-year-old girl to brutal abuse involving...

Eid-el-Kabir Festivities: Nigerian Government Declares Monday, Tuesday as Public Holidays

In anticipation of the Eid-el-Kabir festivities, the Nigerian government has announced a two-day national holiday for citizens to celebrate the holiday. Starting from...

Falana Calls for Recovery of Looted Funds, Saying Money Stashed in Bank Accounts Can Pay Minimum Wage

Femi Falana, a renowned human rights lawyer and SAN, has boldly asserted that both the federal and state governments have the financial capacity to pay the national...

Tinubu’s Mandate Movement Sets Sights on Mobilizing 40 Million for Tinubu-Shettima as 2027 Presidential Campaign Ramps Up

In a bid to bolster support for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima’s political prospects, the Lagos-based political organization, Mandate...

Senegal Government Slashes Prices on Basic Goods in Bid to Alleviate Cost of Living

Senegal’s newly-appointed government has announced price reductions for essential staples such as rice, oil, bread and other basic goods. The move is designed to ease...

DELSU Student Arrested for Staging Own Abduction, Demanding N50 Million Bitcoin Ransom

Delta State Police have arrested Nelson Eserada, a fourth-year student at the Delta State University (DELSU), for faking his own abduction. Alongside his alleged...

Anything Less Than ₦100K Is An Insult to Civil Servants – Senator Ned Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko has pointed out to the Nigerian Senate to increase the minimum wage for Nigerian workers from the current level to ₦100,000 monthly. At a recent...

Nollywood Actor Sule Suebebe Passes Away

Popular Nollywood actor, Dayo Adewunmi, is dead. Sule Suebebe, who was affectionately known for his performances in Yoruba films, passed away on Wednesday morning at a...

Nigerians Plan March Against Tinubu’s Policies in Nationwide #WeAreHungry, #June12Protest

Uniting against the  economic injustices inflicted by President Tinubu’s neoliberal policies, a coalition of civil society groups – including the Take It Back...

Protests Erupt in Ondo As Nigerian Youths ‘Rise Up’ Against EFCC Operations

In a dramatic display of civil unrest, Nigerian youths descended upon the streets of Akure, Ondo State, on Monday, staging a forceful demonstration against what they...

Two Nigerian Pilgrims Die in Madina, One by Suicide

In a statement released by Saudi authorities, it was confirmed that two Nigerian pilgrims lost their lives while in Madina. One of the pilgrims, Hajia Hawawu from Kwara...

30 Travellers Reportedly Kidnapped in Abuja-Nasarawa Ambush

In a shocking incident that has left families and officials scrambling for answers, an estimated 30 travellers were abducted on Friday along the Abuja-Nasarawa Highway....

DID HOLLYWOOD JUST THREATEN ‘CIVIL WAR’ AGAINST A TRUMP PRESIDENCY?

I recently had the opportunity to watch the 2024 Hollywood dystopian thriller “Civil War” and my reaction was laughter and disgust. This social science fiction from...

Peter Obi Is Not Better than Buhari, He’s A Packaged Fraud – Sowore

Omoyele Sowore, the founder of the #RevolutionNow movement, has branded Peter Obi, the ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, a ‘packaged fraud’. Sowore made this...

Marry as Many Times as You Like Until It’s Right, Actor Yul Edochie Advises

Yul Edochie has ignited a fiery debate with his unconventional take on marriage, stating that one can marry up to 50 times in the quest to find their perfect life...

Peter Obi’s Former Campaign Chief, Doyin Okupe Says Tinubu Is the ‘Best’ Presidential Candidate of 2023

Doyin Okupe, the former Director-General of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Group, has now praised Bola Tinubu as the most capable candidate among the contenders...

Synagogue Church Remembers Prophet TB Joshua, Marks Third Year Anniversary

The founder of the Synagogue Church of Nations (SCOAN), the late Prophet Temitope Balogun Joshua has been described as a man who touched the lives of millions and who...

Autopsy Reveals Possible Cause of Mohbad’s Death

Recent reports from The Cable indicate that the autopsy conducted on late singer Mohbad’s body has shed light on the potential cause of his death. In a report...

Federal Government Offers N62,000 As New Minimum Wage

Organized labor and the Federal Government of Nigeria have made steps towards a compromise, with the government proposing a new national minimum wage of N62,000 while...

Osun State Governor, Adeleke Calls on PDP to Launch ‘March to 2026’, Seeks Reelection Campaign

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has kicked off his reelection campaign efforts, calling on the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) members to rally behind him in his...

Saudi Arabia Declares June 16 As Sallah Day

The authorities of Saudi Arabia have announced 16th of June, 2024 as the day for the celebration of this year Eid al-Adha (Sallah).  This announcement was given on...

Tinubu Presented with New Minimum Wage Proposal of N105,000

The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, has officially submitted an updated proposal to President Bola Tinubu According to reports, the Minister submitted a proposal to...

Photonews: Ask your lover what he/she thinks about the NLC & TUC strike in Nigeria & their thoughts on the demand for a new minimum wage and then listen to what you are dating- actor Alex Ekubbo tells unmarried couples

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...