The Ondo State Security Network Agency codenamed Amotekun has arrested 20-year-old man, Friday Akinmade, for allegedly k!lling a 65-year-old woman in Owo, the headquarters of Owo Local Government Area of the state. The suspect was said to have k!lled the deceased with a plank after accusing her of stealing N3000 from him. Akinmade, who spoke…
Renowned music executive Don Jazzy has made a significant move by announcing Tega Oghenejobo’s as the President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of his label, Mavin Records. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Don Jazzy praised Tega’s exceptional leadership skills, citing him as one of his most brilliant discoveries. He highlighted Tega’s dedication to nurturing…
As part of efforts to address nutritional challenges within the prison system, the Nigerian Correctional Service has said that the 2025 budget will capture new inmates’ feeding allowance. The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the Spokesperson for the Nasarawa State NCoS Command, Stephen Abene, to PUNCH. Mr. Stephen explained that the adjustment aims to…
Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Ikeja Sexu@l Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced a 41-year-old car cleaner identified as Ezekiel Udoh, to life imprisonment for d#filing and impregnating his neighbor’s granddaughter, aged 12. Delivering her judgment, Justice Oshodi said the convict took advantage of the young girl under the pretense of running errands and…
A Nigerian man, Umar Auwal Umar has d!ed hours after his wedding fatiha in Kontagora, Niger State. Umar and his wife, Hauwa, got married on Friday, October 25, 2024. He d!ed in the early hours of Saturday, October 26 under undisclosed circumstances. Before his untimely passing, Umar was a staff of First Bank, Kontagora branch….
A Nigerian man has attributed the country’s economic hardship to President, Bola Tinubu, sharing a video of goats aggressively devouring a carton as a metaphor for the current state of the nation. The video, posted on his TikTok page, shows two goats wrestling over the carton, with one of them eagerly tearing it apart. The…
A newly wedded lady has caused a stir online after showcasing a shocking gift that someone packaged for her at her wedding. The lady, @vek2toria, found a torn and old N200 in a brown envelope and posted a video about it on TikTok. The lady, @vek2toria, found a torn and old N200 in a brown…
A Nigerian lady’s embarrassing encounter on her way to work has left social media users in stitches. The funny incident involved her bag’s contents spilling onto the floor of a staff bus with everyone present. Shared by @teenahsznx on TikTok, the hilarious video recounted the cringe-worthy moment when three steaming hot ‘okpas’ tumbled out of…
A video showing a lady’s diligent household chores at her boyfriend’s house has sparked mixed reactions on social media. The clip, documenting her weekend stay, revealed her serious attention to domestic duties in his house. Posted by @polly_pollet on TikTok, the video captured her tirelessly washing a huge pile of laundry, scrubbing the toilet, and…
Manchester City’s midfield general, Rodri, shared that he received a heartfelt congratulatory message from a Real Madrid player following his 2024 Ballon d’Or victory. The 28-year-old edged past Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior to claim the coveted honour on Monday, October 28, at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. However, the result didn’t sit well with…
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca appeared to warn Jadon Sancho a day after Manchester United fired his former coach Erik ten Hag. The England winger has not played in Chelsea’s last two matches, raising questions about his role in the team. Sancho fell out with Erik ten Hag last year, which resulted in the club sending…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s rare penalty miss marked a dramatic end to Al-Nassr’s Saudi King’s Cup campaign as they fell to Al Taawon in stoppage time. Known for his unerring consistency in front of goal, the Portuguese forward had a perfect record of 19 consecutive penalty goals, yet on Tuesday night, he uncharacteristically launched his effort over…
Many Barcelona players reportedly passionately celebrated after Manchester City star Rodri won the Ballon d’Or ahead of Vinicius Junior. Rodri became the first Spaniard since 1960 to win the prestigious award in a shocking announcement on Monday night. Vinicius was initially seen as the favourite after his remarkable season leading Real Madrid to both league…
Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has dropped a cryptic post on social media that has Nigerian football fans talking amid the international allegiance switch saga. The Nigerian Football Federation have been on the case of many European players of Nigerian descent to switch their international allegiance and represent the Super Eagles. Adarabioyo, who met Austin Eguavoen,…
Running is one of the most popular sports today and a fundamental human movement, raising the question, “When was running invented?” Legendary runners like Steve Prefontaine, Haile Gebrselassie, Kelvin Kiptum, and Eliud Kipchoge have shaped the sport, inspiring countless individuals worldwide. Running is an ancient and natural activity documented in cave paintings from around 15,000…
A Nigerian university owned by a church gives school fees discounts to students who are members of the church. The school is known as Evangel University and it is owned by the Assemblies of God Church, a longstanding Nigerian church known by many. Evangel University is located in Akaeze, Ivo local government area of Ebonyi…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has taken a significant step towards improving the lives of civil servants in the state by approving a new minimum wage of N71,000. He says this move is part of the government’s commitment to social justice and enhancing workers’ living standards. According to the governor, the new wage will…
Asari Dokubo, a former Niger Delta militant leader, made explosive allegations on live television, claiming former President Olusegun Obasanjo had planned to eliminate him. Dokubo credited powerful allies, including President Bola Tinubu, for saving his life. During an intense Arise TV interview, Dokubo shared his harrowing experience, revealing how prominent figures intervened to protect him…
Alex Ikwechegh, a member of the House of Representatives, has issued a public apology for assaulting an e-hailing cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, in a viral video. The incident occurred on Sunday, October 27, when Ikwechegh allegedly slapped and insulted Abuwatseya at his residence in Maitama, Abuja, after the driver asked him to collect a snail…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reportedly found Starlink guilty of breaching part of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003. This is due to the company’s decision to increase its subscription rates without regulatory approval. NigeriaMedia had reported that Starlinks, owned by Elon Musk, announced a near 100% increase in its subscription fee from N38,000…
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) led by Pastor Adeboye has invited members of the public to present any relevant evidence concerning allegations of sexual misconduct against two of its youth ministers. In a memo dated October 28, 2024, RCCG announced the indefinite suspension of these ministers while investigations are underway. Signed by the…
A final year student, identified as Comrade Dashe Paul Na’anma, has been found dead, while being said to have drowned. According to the reports, Dashe, who was an HND 2 student of Civil engineering student of the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa was said to have breath his last when he attended the 22nd International Civil Engineering…
Popular Nigerian influencer, Daniel Regha has stated that churches should use the donations made by members to provide Sunday meals for their congregations. In a post on X, Regha recommended that churches offer food after Sunday services to all members, stating it will help during this hard time. Regha highlighted that many people attend church…
A pastor in North Texas returned to the pulpit mere months after he turned himself after being accused of sexual assault. In June, Ronnie Goines, 51, turned himself in to Arlington police after two warrants were issued for his arrest on charges of indecent assault and sexual assault. On Thursday, the founding pastor of Koinonia…
The Edo State House of Assembly has turned down a request from the out-going Governor, Godwin Obaseki, for the approval of another supplementary budget barely two weeks to his exit, and the fourth since January, 2024. House, headed by the Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku has approved three supplementary budgets since January 2024, with the third amounting…
Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, has opened up about the discussion with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday, October 29. Dangote met with President Tinubu and other members of the Crude oil and Refine Products sales in the Local Currency implementation committee. Also at the meeting was the Minister…
Haitham Al Ghais, the secretary general of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, has said fuel costs are mostly determined by taxes imposed by major oil-consuming countries rather than oil prices. He clarified that the price consumers pay at the pump is influenced by a number of factors, such as the cost of crude oil,…
The Bola Tinubu government on Tuesday, October 29, donated N500 million to the Nigerian Legion. President Tinubu commended the Nigerian armed forces for their “unwavering efforts” towards combatting the various security challenges bedevilling the country. George Akume, the secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), announced the donation at the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance…
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria recently received a 30-minute call from President Joe Biden of the United States. The call focused on collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the release of Tigran Gambaryan, Head of Finance Crime Compliance at Binance. Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs, disclosed the call, which took place at 4…
Red wine has been researched to be one of the healthiest diets in the world, the Mediterranean diet, is often extolled for its numerous health benefits. Although not as extensively studied as its red counterpart, white wine does have some positive health attributes. White wine is popular in many countries and this type of wine…
Work and life, in general, maybe stressful and you constantly look for ways to destress. You constantly look for activities that help to reduce stress and make life more fun and enjoyable. One activity that is extremely underrated and works for destressing is cuddling. Be it with your partner, your favorite four-legged friend, or a…
Facing ongoing economic pressures, President Bola Tinubu’s administration, through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has raised petrol prices once more. GistReel reports that Lagos and Abuja residents will now pay ₦1,025 and ₦1,060 per litre, respectively. In October, NNPCL stations in Abuja set petrol at ₦1,030 and ₦998 in Lagos, while other outlets…
In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed an increasing trend of multinational and local companies shutting down or relocating their operations due to economic challenges, currency volatility and rising operational costs. The latest company to announce its departure from Nigeria is South African Grocery retailer Pick n Pay, which confirmed on Monday that it will exit…
A video of a lawyer beating his wife has caused serious outrage on social media. This is as the Lagos State Domestic and segxwal Violence Agency (DSVA) vowed to take swift action after a disturbing video of a man allegedly assaulting his wife verbally and physically. The CCTV footage, dated October 27, 2024, shows the…
A PhD holder who thought himself patriotic and returned to Nigeria to give back to the country has shared what made him realize how “f00lish” he was. He explained that he was earning an allowance of £1,550 which was equivalent to N3,400,000. However, he returned to Nigeria after his PhD to take a job that…
Two friends, Ekene and Stanley, both 20 years old, have revealed to the Delta State Police Command that they killed a woman on her farm in Oriogo while trying to steal her motorbike. The suspects were presented to the media by SP Bright Edafe, the Command’s spokesperson, on Tuesday. According to SP Edafe, the young…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has suspended former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, over alleged anti-party activities. This alleged move was seen as undermining the party’s cohesion and unity, especially during a critical period in Osun politics. The APC in Osun claims that Aregbesola’s actions have fueled internal divisions, with party…
A Nigerian family went viral after they shared how they cooked with N2,000 daily. The family, consisting of five children and their parents, was featured in a ‘sapa food series’ content by an online food influencer, Tosin, popularly known as Tspices Kitchen. In a TikTok video by @tspiceskitchen, Tosin noted that she wanted to use…
Lionel Messi once again displayed his legendary grace by extending a heartfelt message to the winners and nominees of the 2024 Ballon d’Or Awards. The Argentine icon, along with long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo, missed nomination for the first time since 2003, a milestone that marked the end of an era for the duo in world…
Football fans have criticised the Ballon d’Or organisers after Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior was conspicuously cropped out of the club’s celebratory photo posted online. Real Madrid were named Men’s Club of the Year at Monday night’s Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris. The White Angels were honoured for their incredible season, which included winning La…
Real Madrid players didn’t hold back in expressing their frustration after Manchester City’s Rodri was awarded the Ballon d’Or over Vinicius Junior. The Spanish midfielder claimed the prize—marking the first time a player from City has won football’s highest individual honour—following a season where he tasted only one defeat across club and international competitions. At…
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has reacted following Ademola Lookman’s 14th-place finish in the 2024 Ballon d’Or ranking. The Atalanta forward, who featured at the lavish Paris showpiece as the only player from the African continent, finished an impressive 14th in the final standings. The 26-year-old finished higher than a flurry of highly rated players,…
A Germany-based defender who switched international allegiance to Nigeria has cried out over the lack of opportunities in the Super Eagles for more than a year. The Nigerian Football Federation has intensified efforts to get players of dual nationality to switch their allegiance and represent the three-time African champions. There have been successes with some…
Victor Osimhen’s future has once again taken centre stage, fueled by his stellar performances for Galatasaray. The highly-rated Nigerian forward proved his worth once more, netting the winning goal in Galatasaray’s fierce Super Lig clash against arch-rivals Besiktas. Osimhen’s remarkable performances for the Yellow and Reds have intensified speculation about his future as the January…
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, October 29, launched Nigeria’s 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem. Speaking during the event held at the Council Chamber of the Aso Rock Villa, the President reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to the welfare of military personnel. Tinubu emphasized the emblem as a symbol of gratitude and respect for servicemen and women…
A Nigerian student of Wigwe University has captured the attention of netizens with a video showing her school’s amenities. The video, showcasing the school’s lesser-known attractions, gave viewers a glimpse into the institution’s impressive facilities. According to the student who replied to a question about the school fees she paid, she revealed a total sum…
A heartbreaking story of lies and deception has surfaced on social media, leaving netizens in utter shock. A young man, allegedly seeking to escape marriage, attempted to manipulate his genotype test results. Shared by @emeraldzee1, the story revealed that the couple had visited a clinic for genotype testing, before proceeding with wedding. However, just five…
The federal government has urged states that haven’t implemented the new ₦70,000 national minimum wage to start payment immediately. George Akume, the secretary to the government of the federation, addressed this at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. According to him, the President Bola Tinubu-led government is fully committed to ensuring workers receive a fair wage….
A father has expressed outrage after he visited his son at the university where he schools and was told to remove his earring. The man wrote on X: “I went to my son’s school the other day and one of the university officials asked if I could take off my earrings before entering the DSA’s…
A recent assassination attempt on newlyweds Uchechukwu Joseph and Ogechi Harmony Okomgbo has caused widespread concern. The couple, on their honeymoon, faced a near-death experience when armed attackers ambushed them on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway on Friday, October 25, 2024. Traveling in their 2009 Toyota Camry, the couple was pursued and cornered by gunmen. Mr….
