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Nigeria’s child protection authorities have stepped into a fast-growing online controversy after allegations of child sexual abuse surfaced in connection with a daycare centre reportedly owned by the mother of popular singer Simi.

Fresh debate over Nigeria’s electoral reforms has emerged after former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani warned that electronic transmission of election results, while significant, does not automatically ensure free, fair and credible elections.

A fresh appeal has been directed at Nigeria’s presidency over the continued detention of separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu, after a prominent South-East traditional ruler publicly urged President Bola Tinubu to either release him or facilitate his return to Kenya, where he was arrested.

Nigeria’s global music dominance has taken another leap forward as two of its biggest stars, Tems and Burna Boy, have officially become the African artistes with the highest number of entries on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart a milestone that further cements Africa’s growing influence on the global music stage.

Nigerian gospel minister Nathaniel Bassey has stirred conversation after narrating an unusual personal experience in which he claimed a traditional spiritualist allegedly attempted to place him under a spell an attempt he says ultimately failed.

Nigerian singer Simi has ignited widespread debate after making a forceful statement advocating severe punishment for rapists, a remark that has triggered intense reactions across social media and renewed conversations about sexual violence in Nigeria.

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has responded to growing criticism following her promotional appearance in a Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria video, declaring she is willing to collaborate with any political party committed to Nigeria’s progress regardless of past political affiliations.

Speculation about the state of Bambam and Teddy A’s marriage has intensified after the popular Big Brother Naija couple quietly unfollowed each other on Instagram a subtle social media shift that has triggered renewed public scrutiny of their relationship.

Nigerian music star Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has added another milestone to her rapidly growing global profile after securing her seventh entry on the prestigious U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart a feat that sets a new record for African female artists.

A fresh wave of conversation about marriage, accountability and gender roles has erupted online after Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo publicly asserted that men are largely responsible for most failed marriages a statement that has quickly divided opinion across social media.

Barely weeks after confirming their breakup, popular Nigerian TikTok personality Peller has stirred fresh conversation online after publicly appealing to his former girlfriend, Jarvis, to give their relationship another chance a move that has quickly drawn widespread attention on social media.

A Nigerian doctor based in Germany has ignited a heated conversation online after openly listing the benefits he enjoys from paying taxes abroad and questioning what Nigerians receive in return for their own tax contributions. His remarks, shared in a public discussion, have resonated widely, touching a raw nerve in a country where taxation is often viewed with deep skepticism.

After weeks of speculation and hushed online chatter, celebrity fashion designer Veekee James has finally put all doubts to rest. In a deeply personal and elegant announcement, the acclaimed designer has confirmed that she is expecting her first child with her husband, Femi Atere, marking a joyful new chapter in the couple’s journey together.

Decades after his voice was silenced, the legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has thundered onto one of music’s most prestigious stages. In a landmark moment for African music and global cultural history, the late Nigerian icon has been honoured with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African musician to receive the distinction from the Recording Academy.

A glittering night meant to celebrate music has instead ignited a political firestorm. U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack on the Grammy Awards and its host, Trevor Noah, describing the ceremony as “virtually unwatchable” and warning that legal action may follow over what he calls a false and defamatory on-air remark.

What began as a casual industry conversation has now peeled back the curtain on a rare moment of tension between two of Nollywood’s most influential figures. Award-winning filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has disclosed details of an unexpected and heated phone call from actress and producer Funke Akindele, following remarks he made about film promotion strategies in the Nigerian movie industry.

A long-running and emotionally charged paternity controversy involving Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has resurfaced after a woman claiming to be his daughter released screenshots of a private conversation between them. The messages, now circulating widely online, have reignited public debate over a case that has lingered for years.

Fresh controversy has erupted around embattled Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, after a disturbing video surfaced online showing him in handcuffs, visibly distressed and alleging physical assault while in police detention. The incident follows a reported dispute with his baby mama, actress Ashabi Simple, and has reignited public debate over police conduct and the treatment of suspects in custody.

Popular TikTok personality Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has sparked fresh controversy online after declaring that he will never marry a Nigerian woman, following his highly publicised and messy breakup with fellow content creator Jarvis. The 20-year-old influencer made the startling revelation during a recent livestream, where he spoke candidly about love, heartbreak, and his new vision for marriage.

Shock and grief have rippled through Nigeria’s literary and public space following the tragic death of Nkanu Nnamdi, the 21-month-old son of celebrated author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, an incident that has now drawn the direct attention of the Lagos State Government. With allegations of medical negligence hanging heavily in the air, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding the toddler’s death.

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has moved decisively to confront swirling rumours about her personal life, announcing that she underwent a drug test in the United Kingdom to clear herself of allegations labelling her a “drug addict.”