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Bello Turji, a notorious bandit kingpin in Zamfara, has said peace would return to the state if the security agents and vigilante groups stop attacking and killing the Fulanis in Nigeria. Legit.ng reports that Turji stated this in a video released on Monday, September 30. In the video, Turji sat on a new motorcycle with…

A Nigerian hostel renowned for its strict female-only policy witnessed a funny moment when a male visitor crossed its threshold for the first time in 26 years. The unexpected occurrence sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the facility. A student, @stephanie_chidinma, took to TikTok to share a captivating video showing the hilarious atmosphere that ensued. The…

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, made history on October 1, 2024, by celebrating his 100th birthday, becoming the first former U.S. president to reach this remarkable milestone. Known for his extensive humanitarian efforts and contributions to global diplomacy, Carter has faced significant health challenges in recent years. Diagnosed with cancer in…

A pregnant Nigerian woman is spotted in a video smoking weed in public. In the video, the pregnant woman is seen smoking and is unbothered about her surroundings and her condition. The video has amassed massive reactions on social media with the majority bashing the woman for not considering her health condition and the baby’s…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating it “made a big mistake” by launching a missile attack on Israel and “will pay for it.” This declaration came during a late-night Security Cabinet meeting following the missile barrage that occurred shortly after 5:30 PM on Tuesday. Netanyahu characterized the assault…

A significant attack on the Yoruba community in Jushi Waje, Zaria, Kaduna State, has led to the destruction of numerous homes and properties. The violence erupted on September 29 and escalated through October 1, following an incident involving a Hausa boy who was caught allegedly stealing from a Yoruba woman’s home. Reports indicate he was…

A middle-aged woman, whose identity remains unknown, was discovered abandoned on a roadside in the Olaiya area of Osogbo, the capital of Osun State. According to reports, the woman appeared disoriented and unable to speak or recognize her surroundings when found on Asikolaye Street, prompting concerns about her safety and possible involvement in a ritual….

Verydarkman recently attended a session at the House of Representatives related to his ongoing conflict with crossdresser Bobrisky. This event seems to have motivated a Nigerian man to launch a political campaign for him. In a video shared on social media, the man stands next to a car displaying a big poster featuring VDM’s picture…

Karen Igbo, the former winner of Big Brother Africa 2011, has publicly shared her distress over a troubling marital situation with her husband, Yaroslav Rakos. Through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Karen revealed that they are currently in the midst of a divorce, during which Rakos is attempting to gain custody…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally requested a constitutional amendment to establish a six-year single term for the President and state governors. In a letter addressed to the National Assembly, Atiku detailed his proposals in a memorandum to the Senate Committee on Constitutional Review. He emphasized that “the office of the President shall rotate…

The residence of Frank Ibezim, a former federal lawmaker from Imo State, Nigeria, was attacked by hoodlums on the night of Monday in Nsu, within the Ehime Mbano Local Government Area. The incident occurred around 9 p.m., with reports confirming that Ibezim was not home at the time. Eyewitness accounts describe the residence engulfed in…

Winner of the 2011 Big Brother Africa, Karen Igho and her husband, Yaroslav Rakos, are going through a divorce. The reality TV star made this known in a post via X on Tuesday. NigeriaMedia recalls that Karen and her husband dated for nine years before tying the knot in December 2014 in Jos, Plateau State….

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has called for calm among party members amid ongoing deliberations over the National Chairmanship position. The governor warned that unguarded utterances by some party members would only disrupt the party’s peace and unity in the country, and urged members to refrain from making divisive comments. According to Gyang…

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) says President Bola Tinubu means well and he is passionate about addressing the challenges in the country. CDHR President, Mr Debo Adeniran, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos. He was reacting to President Tinubu’s National Broadcast…

Iran launched a significant missile attack on Israel on Tuesday evening, targeting the country in retaliation for Israeli military actions against Iran-backed militants in Lebanon. The Iranian military stated, “A short while ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards the State of Israel.” Reports confirmed that sirens blared across Israel, with explosions heard over Jerusalem….

North Korea is expanding its list of crimes punishable by death, according to recent reports. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has revised its criminal law, increasing the number of offenses that warrant the death penalty from 11 to 16, as reported by Fox News, citing Yonhap News Agency. Among the newly designated crimes…

Former Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has expressed confidence that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will reclaim power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Tuesday at his Makurdi residence during a courtesy visit from members of the G14, a group comprising PDP elders from 14…

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have voiced their disappointment following President Bola Tinubu’s Independence Day Speech, claiming it neglected urgent, life-threatening issues affecting Nigerians. Amid two nationwide protests—#EndBadGovernance and #FearlessOctober1—the CSOs criticized the President for failing to address pressing challenges. Arc Nnimmo Bassey, Executive Director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), expressed frustration, stating,…

The Governor Bala Mohammed-led Peoples’ Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has vowed to not only uphold the vision of the founding fathers of the PDP but also improve on it for the betterment of Nigeria and Nigerians. This was contained in a statement signed by the Director General of the PDP-GF, Dr Emmanuel Agbo, on…

Despite Media’s Neat FM presenter Abena Moet has declined requests to reintroduce Shatta Wale’s music to the station’s playlists. According to her, so long as she works at Despite Media that will never happen because she will never forgive Shatta Wale. Abena Moet said even the Bible said that if a part of your body…

Veteran actress Ebele Okaro marked Nigeria’s Independence Day in an unusual way. The Nollywood star took to her Instagram to share a video of herself acting like a mad woman on the street. Ebele Okaro painted her face and body with coal and wore a tattered while holding a baby doll. While displaying the traits…

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, aka Kizz Daniel, has been popular among Nigerians since he showed some love to one of his fans, gaining him more attention from social media users. The singer, who recently released his new song, Marhaba, became a social media sensation after he gifted one of his fans a large…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to remain committed to the country’s unity and progress as it celebrates its 64th Independence Day. According to the Bayelsa-born politician, the Independence Day celebration honours the nationalists who fought for freedom from colonial rule. Since 1960, the country has made significant progress in various sectors and overcome…

A lady has shared her experiences after travelling to Togo through the land border using her Nigerian international passport. According to the lady, she was going to Togo, where she had volunteered to take part in a volunteer project. In the video, Favour said she got her Nigerian passport stamped at the Nigerian-Benin border after…

As the October 5 local government elections draw near, Justice Ekaete Obot, Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, has officially sworn in a 15-member Local Government Election Petitions Tribunal. This tribunal consists of five representatives from each of the state’s three senatorial districts. The inauguration occurred at the Chief Judge’s Chambers, where Justice Obot emphasized…

On Tuesday, thugs seized control of the protest grounds at Port Harcourt Pleasure Park, previously used for the August #EndBadGovernance demonstration in Rivers State. One protest organizer noted in a WhatsApp chat, “We were aware of the development and changed plans,” redirecting to the Rumuokwuta flyover, only to find another group of thugs gathered there….

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), established by the CBN Act of 1958 and operational since July 1, 1959, serves as the nation’s apex bank and monetary authority. Its primary responsibilities include regulating the financial services sector, maintaining external reserves, promoting monetary stability, and acting as a last resort banker for the government. Following the…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred prestigious national honours on prominent figures in the country. The honours were announced during the President’s nationwide broadcast on October 1st. These inviduals including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau. In his address, President Tinubu revealed that the Senate…

As a progress report on the fight against insecurity in the country, President Bola Tinu has said his administration eliminated more than 300 Boko Haram and bandit commanders within just one year in office. He made the declaration while delivering his 64th Independence Day speech on Tuesday. According to the president, his administration is winning…

The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Kemi Nandap, has emerged as Chairperson of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of Immigration Forum. This is contained in a statement published on the Service X handle signed by the Service Public Relations Officer (SPRO) Kenneth Udo on Tuesday. Udo said that the milestone…

A Police Mobile Force (PMF) inspector stationed at the 41 Division in Damaturu, Yobe State, has been apprehended for allegedly murdering a suspected drug dealer in a dispute over a N200 bribe. The incident happened at CMC Area, Zango, Damaturu, where the inspector, Mohammed Bulama, and the deceased Abdulmalik Pompomari, fought. Multiple sources in the…

The Lagos Police command took a supportive stance during a recent protest by distributing packs of bottled water to demonstrators after over five hours of intense expressions of concern regarding the nation’s issues. The protest, named ‘National Day of Survival,’ began at the Ikeja under-bridge and later moved to Oregun and Freedom Park in Ojota….

Protesters who converged on the Utako market area of Abuja have been dispersed with teargas by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The protesters were said to have gathered at the busy market in the early hours of Tuesday when they were met with teargas fumes. The October 1 protest tagged #FearlessInOctober has not gained…

Tunisian presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel has been sentenced to 12 years in prison, according to his lawyer. Zammel, who is running in the upcoming presidential election on October 6, faced multiple charges related to voter endorsements. Lawyer Abdessater Messoudi stated, “The court in Tunis sentenced Ayachi Zammel to 12 years in prison in four cases.”…

Scores of protesters have started assembling themselves in preparation for the #Endbadgovernance protest in Oyo state. Though there was no sign the protest would hold some minutes ago, the aggrieved youths suddenly emerged from Elizabeth Road and marched to Mokola Roundabout with placards singing anti-government songs. Immediately after they arrived, the policemen were seen making…

Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna state has said he joined politics solely to serve the people, not to seek money or steal public funds. He made this assertion during a Hausa programme aired on Freedom Radio station in Kaduna state on Tuesday morning, October 1. El-Rufai emphasized that he was content with what he…

Big Brother Naija finalist, Kellyrae Sule, has been receiving massive love from fans outside Nigeria since he made it to the concluding part of the reality show. NigeriaMedia had reported that Kellyrae had emerged the head of house and made it as the first finalist on the reality show. In the video making the rounds,…

Pastor Lazarus Muoka, the general overseer of Lord’s Chosen, has addressed a report that Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, spoke ill of his church. The cleric’s reaction was captured in a new video the church released on its official TikTok page, @tlccrmofficial’s. In the clip, which lasted close to two minutes, Pastor Muoka…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said he saved Nigeria from collapse by choosing to reform the political economy and defence architecture of the country. Tinubu said he assumed office as Nigeria’s president on May 29, 2023, when the country was at a critical juncture and a dizzying crossroads. The President said he chose reform rather than…

Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has stated that the immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari did nothing in office after 8 years. Morka said what Buhari administration did in his eight years administration was to clean up the mess caused by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) administration’s. He…

Veteran actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has vowed never to leave Nigeria.   Speaking in a post on Independence day, the actress revealed that Nigeria has blessed her immensely. Recall that Nigeria is celebrating its 64th Independence Day today. Wishing Nigerians happy independence day, she wrote:   “Happy Independence Day to my beloved Nigeria! We’ve…

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has urged for the dismantling of former governor Nyesom Wike’s political framework in response to Wike’s claim that his structure should remain intact. Fubara emphasized that the upcoming Local Government elections on October 5, 2024, will offer Rivers residents an opportunity to establish a new political order that they…