In a heartfelt gesture, actress Sarah Martins has publicly apologized to May Yul-Edochie, acknowledging her past antagonism towards May following the tumultuous end of her marriage to actor Yul Edochie. This public reconciliation comes after a series of events that saw Yul take Judy Austin as a second wife after a controversial separation.
In a heartwarming gesture that has captured the attention of book lovers and romantics alike, a young woman received a delightful surprise from her boyfriend: a carefully curated selection of books. The sweet surprise, shared by the X account @readabook_ng, featured a touching note that expressed both his affection and understanding of her passion for reading.
Pastors Jerry Eze and Nathaniel Bassey, two of Nigeria’s most beloved faith leaders, have found themselves at the center of a heated social media debate over their decisions around monetizing their YouTube channels. Solomon Buchi, a Nigerian writer and motivational speaker, pointed out this divisive criticism in a recent tweet, highlighting the double standards pastors face when it comes to handling finances and ministry.
After weeks of heated disputes and tense confrontations in the Big Brother Naija house, it seems Anita and Shaun may finally be putting the past behind them. The two were often at odds during their time on the show, with one of their most memorable clashes being Shaun’s candid declaration that Anita was the “most annoying person” in the house. His frustration only intensified after learning that Anita had nominated him for eviction, despite his efforts to help her patch things up with fellow housemate Topher during a rocky period in their relationship. This betrayal left Shaun feeling bitter toward Anita, labeling her “two-faced” and shutting down any chance of friendship after the show ended.
A suspected motorcycle thief was tragically k!lled while attempting to escape a mob in Gawu, located in the Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The incident unfolded on Wednesday around 4:12 PM when the suspect allegedly stole a motorcycle from a farm in Mawogi village.
The Nigerian Naira has seen a depreciation in the parallel market, falling to N1,739 per dollar on Thursday, a slight decline from N1,735 per dollar reported on Wednesday. This movement reflects ongoing volatility in the foreign exchange landscape.
Ekiti State’s Ministry of Justice has officially listed 72-year-old Sule Adeola, a convicted rapist, in the state’s S€x Offenders’ Register.
BBNaija star KimOprah recently opened up about her long-standing connection with Onyeka, revealing that the two shared more than just the BBNaija spotlight. During a conversation, KimOprah revealed that she and Onyeka attended Regina Pacis College together in Abuja, where they not only became close friends but also danced their way into school history.
A mother has filed a lawsuit against the creators of an artificial intelligence chatbot, claiming that her teenage son was driven to su!c!de due to his emotional attachment to the AI. Megan Garcia’s lawsuit, unveiled on October 23, targets Character.AI, the developers of a role-playing app where her son, 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III, interacted with a chatbot modelled after Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones.
Popular Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, better known as Bobrisky, was reportedly taken to the Police Hospital in Falomo, Lagos, after experiencing severe pain in his breasts while in police custody. The discomfort arose after Bobrisky had spent several hours at the Alagbon police facility in Lagos.
The Nigerian government is set to raise the Value Added Tax (VAT) to 15%, targeting primarily luxury goods, according to Mr Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. This announcement came during an investor meeting at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings.
In a major step toward cleaner and more affordable energy, the Nigerian government has announced plans to convert filling stations across the country into Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) outlets. The directive, issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aims to promote the use of CNG as a safer, cheaper, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fuels.
In the wake of her dismissal from office, the former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, has expressed her gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in his administration. In a heartfelt letter of appreciation, dated 24th October 2024, Ohanenye reflected on her tenure as a minister and shared her continued commitment to Nigeria’s progress.
Renowned rapper Falz has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding social critic VeryDarkMan (VDM) following a series of accusations made against him and his father. In a recent interview with media personality Adesope, Falz candidly discussed his perspective on VDM’s activism and the allegations that have sparked public interest.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in a significant move aimed at streamlining government operations, has announced the dissolution of the Ministry of Niger Delta and the Ministry of Sports Development. These decisions were made during a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Wednesday, October 23.
Veteran actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has voiced his concerns regarding the overwhelming presence of police and military checkpoints on roads in the South East region of Nigeria. In a video shared on Instagram this morning, the actor compared his recent journey on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, where he encountered no checkpoints, to the situation in the South East, where he noted frequent stops within a short distance.
Kellyrae, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 9, along with his wife Kassia, has shared insights into how they managed to keep their marriage a secret from fellow housemates during their time on the show. In a recent interview on TVC’s Esplash, the couple discussed the challenges and strategies they employed to stay focused on the game while maintaining their relationship under wraps.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced strong criticism of regionalism, asserting that it is a fundamental cause of Nigeria’s persistent challenges. Speaking on Tuesday, October 22, during a visit from the League of Northern Democrats, Obasanjo lamented that the regional divisions established at Nigeria’s independence in 1960 continue to impede the nation’s progress.
Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has reportedly spent the night in a female cell at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. This development follows his arrest by Immigration officers at the Seme border as he attempted to flee to the Benin Republic.
Nigerian musician Portable has addressed the recent allegations made by social critic VeryDarkMan, who accused him of assaulting a man during the Felabration event, which honours the late Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. In a video shared by VeryDarkMan, Portable was seen hitting a man in a restroom, prompting VDM to express his disgust and caution the musician against such behaviour.
Social critic Verydarkman has publicly criticized controversial musician Portable for allegedly ass@ulting a man during the recent Felabration event in Lagos. This annual celebration honours the legacy of music icon Fela Kuti and featured performances from various artists, including Portable.
