Nigerian media personality Toke Makinwa recently opened up about the red flags she would never ignore in a relationship, offering candid advice to women and men about behaviours that would end any potential connection. In an interview with Madame Joyce, Makinwa revealed the dealbreakers that would make a man “never hear from her again.”
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Social critic Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), arrived at the Lagos High Court on November 14 in traditional Edo attire for the hearing of the defamation suit filed against him by Nigerian rapper Falz and his father, renowned lawyer Femi Falana, SAN.
Ifeoma Okoye, the new wife of Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, has addressed the online reactions to her husband’s birthday post for his ex-wife, Anita Okoye. Ify, who welcomed their daughter Imani just a few weeks ago, clarified that she had no issues with Paul celebrating his former spouse’s birthday on social media.
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a sweeping directive to freeze all state-owned bank accounts immediately, in a move that has raised eyebrows across the state. The order, which affects all commercial banks holding accounts for the state government, will remain in effect until further notice
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has strongly rejected the possibility of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar securing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential ticket for the 2027 general election, asserting that Nigerians will not support him.
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show stars, Wanni and Handi, have shared the painful experience of how a close friend leaked their n^de photos on social media, prompting them to reevaluate their approach to friendships.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding popular Nigerian cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, following allegations of preferential treatment during his time in detention. The incident, which involves claims of corruption within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), has sparked widespread discussion about systemic issues within the country’s institutions.
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has revealed that the scale of corruption within Nigeria’s power sector is so vast that it would bring anyone to tears. Olukoyede made the revelation during an oversight visit by the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes to the EFCC’s headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, November 12.
Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky, has raised eyebrows after hinting that he may never return to Nigeria. The social media personality, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, left the country on November 11, following a dramatic encounter with officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Nigeria’s Immigration Service.
Nigerian singer Jaywon has issued a public apology to his colleague Ayra Starr after being accused of playing a role in her omission from the 67th Grammy Awards nominations. The controversy began following the announcement of the nominees, which left Ayra Starr off the list, sparking a wave of discussions and criticisms across social media.
Nigerian actress Jemima Osunde has responded angrily to an X user who criticised the lack of fresh faces in Nigerian films. The exchange occurred after Jemima shared the poster for a new movie featuring some of the country’s most popular actors, including herself.
The Nigerian Naira is projected to depreciate further, potentially reaching N1,993 per US dollar by 2028, according to a recent report from BMI Research, a subsidiary of Fitch Solutions. The analysis highlights the growing risks for Nigeria’s economy, particularly in sectors reliant on imports, such as the healthcare industry.
A new report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed that Nigeria’s national debt continues to grow at an alarming rate, with the average debt owed by each citizen now standing at N619,501. According to the second-quarter debt data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO), Nigeria’s total public debt reached N134.297 trillion as of June 2024, marking a significant rise from previous figures.
Nigerian skit maker and actress Kemi Ikuseedun, popularly known as Mummy Wa, has shared her personal experience with s3xual h@r@ssment in the Nigerian movie industry. In an emotional conversation during her appearance on the WithChude podcast with host Chude Jideonwo, Mummy Wa spoke candidly about the challenges she faced as a young actress trying to make a name for herself in Nollywood.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has formally invited Ibrahim Mohammad, a Nigerien national, along with his family and other guests, for questioning regarding alleged currency abuse at his wedding to Amina Babagana Zannah in Kano. The move follows a viral video showing individuals at the wedding freely spraying naira notes, which has sparked widespread public backlash and intensified the EFCC’s ongoing efforts to combat currency abuse.
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, has expressed deep concern over the persistent collapse of Nigeria’s national power grid, highlighting the widespread impact of power failures across the country. Obi emphasized that power outages know no ethnic or religious boundaries, affecting all Nigerians regardless of their background.
Equatorial Guinea’s government has launched an investigation into a scandal involving hundreds of leaked s3x tapes allegedly showing the country’s financial crime chief, Baltasar Ebang Engonga, engaging in s3xual acts with various women, including the wives of prominent officials. The tapes, which have circulated widely on social media, have sparked outrage and prompted immediate action from the government.
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has expressed profound gratitude following the release of 76 minors who had been detained in connection with the #EndBadGovernance protest. The minors were apprehended during the protests, and their detention sparked public concern, particularly after it was revealed that they were being held in connection with the demonstrations against government policies.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has officially stated that it has not received any payments from the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) for refined petroleum products, addressing growing concerns among oil marketers about petrol supplies.
Nigerian singer Paul Okoye recently took to social media to share a touching video capturing the moment his older children met their new sibling, Imani Ugomma Okoye. The joyful reunion comes just weeks after Okoye and his wife, Ifeoma, welcomed their baby girl into the world.
In a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM, renowned Nigerian artist Tiwa Savage shared her thoughts on the potential challenges facing the Nigerian music industry, hinting at a troubling parallel to the controversies surrounding American music mogul Sean Combs, commonly known as Diddy.
