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Heineken hosts UCL semi-finals watch party in Lagos
Heineken will host an exclusive UEFA Champions League semi-final watch party in Ilubirin, Lagos this week, bringing together top executives of Nigerian Breweries...
Santa Claus actor arrested on child s3xual abuse charge
A 68-year-old man known locally for portraying Santa Claus at community events has been arrested in Florida, US, after allegedly attempting to pay for s3x with a minor during an undercover police operation.
Teacher allegedly k!lled by husband she planned on leaving as daughter recalls mom’s horrific final moments
A teacher was allegedly stabbed to d£ath by her enraged husband who she was planning to leave and her daughter witnessed her tragic final moments.
FIFA Introduces new World Cup Red Card for players who cover their mouth during arguments
World Cup players who cover their mouths during confrontations with opponents will face a red card as part of a new initiative aimed at combating racism, world governing body FIFA said on Tuesday.
Trump holds machine gun in bizarre ‘no more Mr Nice Guy’ threat to Iran
Donald Trump has shared a photo of himself with a gun, saying "no more Mr Nice guy".
Surprise Reveal! Theophilus and Ashlee Sunday Celebrate Son Mystery’s First Birthday
Gospel minister Theophilus Sunday and wife Ashlee White celebrated their son’s one-year birthday over the weekend, revealing their child to the world for the first time.
Taking employees’ compensation scheme to governors
When Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye assumed duties as the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund on July 15, 2024, it was clear that a new dawn had arrived for the fund.
Wike slams Atiku, says 2027 presidency not available
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday launched a rebuke on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as a serial failure and dismissing his criticisms of the current administration.
UNILAG maritime institute will advance blue economy — Oyetola
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said the Institute of Maritime Studies, University of Lagos, will advance Nigeria’s blue economy ambitions.
ECOWAS begins recruitment for over 30 positions in Nigeria, others
The Economic Community of West African States has commenced its 2026 recruitment exercise, inviting qualified citizens from member states, including Nigeria, to apply for over 30 positions across its various institutions.
Power crisis persists as minister’s two-week pledge fails
Power generation in Nigeria remains below expectations two weeks after the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, assured citizens of improved electricity supply...
OccupyINEC: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, others join ADC rally over INEC decisions
Leaders and members of the African Democratic Congress joined a large demonstration in Abuja on Wednesday, protesting decisions by the Independent National Electoral Commission that they said undermined democracy and the party’s internal leadership.
Nigerian DJ association slams temporary ban on Burna Boy’s songs after clash with DJ Tunez
The Nigerian DJ Association has announced a temporary ban on all Burna Boy songs...
FG budgets N135bn for 2027 election lawsuits
The Federal Government has proposed N135.22bn in the 2026 budget for what it described as “Electoral Adjudication and Post Election Provision,” pointing to a fresh multi-billion-naira commitment to managing disputes and obligations that typically trail Nigeria’s elections.
Still working on Easter, Otedola praises Tinubu’s commitment
Billionaire businessmen Femi Otedola and Aliko Dangote visited President Bola Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence on Easter Sunday
Ronaldo hits 967th career goal in Al Nassr’s 5-2 win
Al Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, moved another step closer to football history after reaching 967 career goals in Al-Nassr’s emphatic
Allowance: Doctors begin indefinite strike Tuesday
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has declared an indefinite nationwide strike beginning at 12:00 a.m.
Autopsy reveals what led to singer Destiny Boy’s death
The cause of death of Nigerian singer Afeez Adesina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has been revealed months after his passing.
People Are Getting Trapped in Elevators — The Hidden Cause No One Is Talking About
In recent times, cases of people getting stuck in elevators have become more frequent—and in some situations, tragic.
Actress Lilian Afegbai apologises for outburst over AMVCA snub
Lilian Afegbai has apologised for her recent social media outburst directed at the organisers of the Africa Magic
Mutilated bodies of 6 young girls reportedly discovered on farmland in Abia community
Mutilated bodies of six young girls were discovered on a farmland in Akirika Ukwu...
President Trump says Iran's new leader has asked for a ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Iran's new leadership is requesting a ceasefire.
FG declares public holidays for Easter celebration
The Federal Government has declared Friday, 3rd, and Monday, 6th April 2026, as public holidays...
Singers Simi and Adekunle Gold welcome their second child
Singers Simi and Adekunle Gold have welcomed their second child together
600,000 school students benefit from LASG smart device donation
The Lagos State Government is elevating learning in the state with the distribution of smart digital devices to students.
JAMB releases 2026 UTME mock results, blacklists 20 CBT centres
The Board explained that the centres were removed from its list over ‘technical inadequacies’ in the just-concluded mock test conducted last Saturday.
2 million premature births and about 74,000 newborn deaths linked to plastic chemical
Two chemicals commonly used to make plastics more flexible have been linked to nearly 2 million premature births
I have tried my best, but at this point, I can’t beg anyone anymore - Iyabo Ojo says after Funke Akindele snubbed Toyin Abraham at her movie premiere
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Iyabo Ojo has said she will no longer mediate in the ongoing rift between her colleagues, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham.
Tottenham appoint Roberto De Zerbi as new coach on five-year deal
Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach.
FCMB Capital Markets tops FMDQ Sponsors’ League Table in 2025 with N1.53 trillion in Debt Capital Market Transactions
FCMB Capital Markets Limited, the investment banking arm of FCMB Group Plc...
CHRISTIANS IN ADO-ODO/OTA LAUD ABIODUN’S FAIR, INCLUSIVE POLICY
Christian worshippers in Ota Local Government have lauded Governor Dapo Abiodun’s fair and inclusive policy which has once again been demonstrated with the recent distribution of Rice in the area.
Senate approves Tinubu’s $6bn loan request
The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure fresh external loans totalling $6 billion, aimed at plugging fiscal gaps and financing key infrastructure projects.
Actress Toyin Abraham's husband thanks her for listening to him and keeping silent amid her beef with Funke Akindele
Kolawole Ajeyemi, an actor and the husband of actress Toyin Abraham, has professed his love for her amid her beef with her colleague Funke Akindele.
Teacher of the Year Finalist refused to cut ties with student she had s3x with even after being arrested and charged
Tera Johnson-Swartz, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison...
Barcelona Legend Gary Lineker accuses Arteta of using Sir Alex Ferguson Tactic to win EPL Title
Former Barcelona and England striker Gary Lineker has accused Mikel Arteta of adopting...
Tipper truck crushes 9-year-old girl to d3ath in Ondo
A Tipper truck crushed a nine-year-old girl to d3ath
NCC Mandates Operators To Compensate Subscribers For Poor Service
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to compensate subscribers who experience substandard network services in areas where quality benchmarks are not met.
NRC Begins Recertification Of Red Line For Operational Licence
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has commenced the recertification process for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Red Line, in a move aimed at securing a full operational licence for the urban rail system.
Married father of three arrested for r@pe and m8rder of 11-year-old girl in Cameroon
The body of the minor was discovered in Nkoabang, on the outskirts of Yaounde last week.
"See what the Lord has done" - 36-year-old South African virgin celebrates as she gets married
A 36-year-old South African woman, Zukiswa Joyi, who is a virgin, has gotten married.
CAF announces reforms to restore confidence in referees and VAR
In a statement, CAF emphasised its commitment to improving oversight and professionalism across officiating and disciplinary structures.
Tottenham sacks Igor Tudor as manager after 44 days in charge
Tottenham Hotspur have parted ways with interim manager Igor Tudor after just 44 days in charge, following a poor run of results.
Kwankwaso to join ADC on Monday
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has announced that its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will be joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape.
Three trafficked Nigerian girls rescued from Mali
Three trafficked Nigerian girls have been rescued from Mali and returned home.
Autistic boy with extreme s£xual urge weds days after his adopted father Pastor Chibuzor Gift Chinyere asked for a paid fully-abled wife for him
The autistic boy who was adopted by Pastor Chibuzor Gift Chinyere of Omega Power Ministries (OPM) has been married off.
TV personality Nick Cannon calls the U.S. Democratic Party the 'Party of the KKK'
TV personality Nick Cannon has sparked debate after criticising the U.S. Democratic Party during a recent episode of his “Big Drive” show, while also distancing himself from the Republican Party.