Politics

The Nigerian entertainment industry is in mourning as two significant losses have been reported. Renowned Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw is currently grieving the passing of her mother. This heartbreaking news was confirmed by Emeka Rollas, the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), who expressed deep sorrow over the loss. Kate Henshaw, known for […]

A police in Mozambique have issued a warning to bald men following a series of killings believed to be driven by a local superstition that associates bald heads with gold. The recent incidents in the central province of Zambezia have led to the arrest of two individuals in connection with the deaths of three men.

A group of hoodlums broke into a government storage facility in Gwagwa town, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Sunday, and looted stored food items. The incident occurred around 7 am and continued unhindered till 9 am when the residents spoke to Daily Trust. The warehouse, located around Tasha area of the community, was looted by

The House of Representatives is set to consider a new bill that seeks to stop the North-West, South—South and South-West from presenting presidential candidates in the 2027 general election. The bill is seeking an alteration to various sections of the 1999 Constitution to prevent the three geopolitical zones from presenting candidates in the next general

At Kodiaga prison, a prison constable identified as Fred Oganyo took his own life on Wednesday night following a domestic dispute. The tragic event unfolded near the barrier gate where Oganyo was stationed with a colleague. According to a statement from the Police, Oganyo used a G3 rifle to end his life. Reports indicated that

The Nigerian entertainment industry mourns the loss of one of its beloved actors, Mr Ibu. The veteran Nollywood actor, whose real name is John Okafor, has reportedly passed away at the age of 62. Sources close to him have confirmed that he breathed his last at Evercare hospital. Mr Ibu’s comedic talent and unique style

Recent unrest in Okere Community, Warri, Delta State, has escalated into a violent confrontation resulting in the shooting of two individuals. The victims, Macaulay Uku and another individual identified as Eguono, were allegedly shot by security operatives believed to be soldiers from the 63 Brigade of the Nigerian Army. The incident unfolded when a disagreement

By Yetunde Arebi In recent times, ‘plate licking’ has become a common pick up line by men to lure women into their beds. Once the initial ice of toasting has been melted, the promise of good, pleasurable sex, targeted at throwing the woman into a haze of sexual fantasies and longing follows. He begins to

Former member, Plateau State House of Assembly who represented Bokkos State Constituency between 2015 and 2019, Hon. Sunday Malo Muchen has been found dead four days after he was kidnapped. The former state lawmaker was kidnapped at his Bokkos home last Wednesday at gunpoint by the marauders terrorizing the council areas and whisked to an unknown destination

Omah Lay shared his experience of being in jail in Uganda with Tems. He revealed the positive impact it had on him. Despite facing issues with their paperwork after a performance in Uganda, Omah Lay expressed that being in jail with Tems was a unique and positive experience. He mentioned that the jail conditions in

Here are the 10 things you need to know from Nigerian Newspapers this morning: 1 Over 70 million bank customers are at risk of losing access to their accounts when the Central Bank of Nigeria’s directive on restricting accounts without Bank Verification Numbers and National Identification Numbers goes into effect. The CBN had on December

Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, spokesman for Defence Media Operations, has reacted to a statement attributed to Yoruba activist Sunday Igboho where the latter was quoted saying that his tribesmen should arise and set up a security in all Yoruba land. In a video circulating on the micro-blogging platform X, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba said, “We

A recent Facebook post in February 2024 stirred controversy by alleging the arrest of Aisha Yesufu, a prominent media influencer and ally of Peter Obi, by Nigeria’s secret police, the Department of State Services (DSS). The post claimed that Yesufu was detained due to her critical comments against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling

Nigeria has resumed supplying power to Niger Republic after seven months, following the Economic Community of West African States’ decision to lift sanctions on Niger. Prior to this, Nigeria had cut its electricity supply to Niger in response to a coup in Niger that led to the suspension of energy exports. This move significantly impacted

Renowned Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dele Momodu, has taken a swipe at former Lagos State governor and current President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in response to Tinubu’s comments on the recent nationwide protest by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). Tinubu, during the launch of the Red Line Rail Transit in Lagos State, criticized the NLC

A 25-year-old man, identified as Precious Chukwuemeka from Enugu State, has been caught stealing at Ada Jesus Lodge in Ifite Awka, Anambra State. Chukwuemeka, who claims to be working at a salon in Awka, has been accused of stealing items such as phones, laptops, fans, bedding, foodstuffs, power banks, clothing, and more. After he was

As of March 1, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to enforce a directive that could lead to the freezing of accounts lacking a Bank Verification Number (BVN) or National Identity Number (NIN). This mandate applies to Tier-1 bank accounts and wallets, impacting commercial, merchant, non-interest, payment service banks, Other Financial Institutions

The people of Aba, Abia State, are jubilant as they mark 48 hours of continuous electricity supply, a significant milestone attributed to the operationalization of the Geometric Power Plant. This achievement follows the activation of one of the four turbines at the plant, ushering in a period of uninterrupted power supply in various parts of

A lady living in Aba teases other Nigerians as she jokingly laments over the constant electricity that is becoming a norm in their state. The pretty lady took to her Tiktok page to share a video capturing the moment she was about to step out. She called from outside, asking the person inside the room whether there was still

Around 4:30 A.M on Saturday, 10th of July, 1999, there was a violent attack at the Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife, Osun State.Reports say the attack was perpetrated by 40 masked members of the Black Axe Confraternity who wore black trousers, black T-shirts and face masks. Around 4:30 A.M on Saturday, 10th of July, 1999,