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An investigation has commenced into the alleged $3.3m romance fraud case involving the newly elected chairman of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra state in Nigeria, Franklin Nwadialo, in the United States. The Anambra council chairman was recently arrested in Texas by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for allegedly running a $3.3m romance scam. […]
Continue ReadingGrammy Award-winning Afropop Nigerian music diva, songwriter, and record producer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has bagged three nominations in the 2025 Grammy Awards. With her three nominations, she joined this year’s top nominees list, with Beyoncé topping the charts with 11 nominations. The nominations released yesterday, also had other Nigerian nominees namely Burna […]
Continue ReadingI share some similarities with Comrade Jola Ogunlusi. Before 1996, we were both from the old Ondo state. I am from Idanre in Idanre local government of Ondo state, while he is from Esun Ekiti in Ikole local government Area of Ekiti state. Longevity runs in his family. His father died at the age of […]
Continue ReadingIn a heartfelt interview with Saturday Sun, veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva, wife of veteran actor, Sir Olu Jacobs, shared insights on the impact of persistent death rumors surrounding her husband and explained why she has consistently avoided sexually suggestive roles throughout her career. On Nollywood’s Cultural Identity: Silva believes that Nollywood is not losing […]
Continue ReadingCanada will no longer automatically grant 10-year multiple-entry visas to tourists, according to new guidelines issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. This decision marks a shift from the previous practice where eligible visitors were routinely issued long-term visas, permitting multiple entries over a decade. Under the revised rules, immigration officers now have discretion to […]
Continue ReadingOne of the identical twin-brother star singers of the now estranged PSquare group, Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rude Boy, has publicly accused his twin brother, Peter Okoye of stealing his song. The controversy began when Peter Okoye (Mr. P) announced the release of his new song, “WINNING,” on social media. He also gave a […]
Continue ReadingNollywood actor, Charles Okocha has taken to his Instagram page to announce the exciting news of his wedding date, coming just days after releasing his pre-wedding photos. “My best decision ever!” Okocha exclaimed, revealing that the wedding is scheduled for November 9. Okocha accompanied the announcement with a heartwarming video showcasing tender moments with his […]
Continue ReadingThe expression, “Here we go again,” ran across my mind as I processed the enthusiastic effusions of some Africans, especially the educated elite, over Kemi Badenoch’s election as the new leader of Britain’s Conservative Party. Questions, questions! What makes it impossible for some of us to develop the minimalistic ability for critical thinking despite our […]
Continue ReadingOne of the two members of the estranged Psquare group, singer Paul Okoye also known as Rudeboy, has taken to social media to wish his ex-wife, Anita, a happy birthday. The ex-couple seem to be cordial following their divorce and Paul’s remarriage. Paul and Anita were together for 17 years and married for seven years […]
Continue ReadingVeteran Nigerian actor, Bimbo Manuel is of the opinion that no actor can purchase a Range Rover with the income they get paid to feature in any movie. Speaking as a guest on TVC, the 66-year-old actor opened up about the financial challenges faced by Nollywood male actors. He addressed the question of whether Nigerian […]
Continue ReadingFor Nigerians living abroad or traveling internationally for business, the reactions we encounter from people in other countries are unfortunately all too familiar. Beneath the polite smiles and occasional warm hospitality accorded us, a subtle but unmistakable skepticism that hint at deep-rooted biases against Nigerians remains. This deep-seated distrust stems from the virulence of the […]
Continue ReadingWhile Nigerians await full power restoration, the national grid has collapsed once again on Tuesday, marking the 10th such incident since January this year. Punch reported that, as of 11 am on Thursday, the 22 power plants were only able to generate 2,323 megawatts of electricity, with generation dropping to 0.00MW. The peak generation for […]
Continue ReadingNigeria is doddering on the edge of never-before-seen economic desolation, but President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s major preoccupation is not to bring ministration to a badly hurting nation but to prosecute harmless, impoverished, malnourished, and undernourished minors of northern Nigerian origin who, months ago, joined millions of Nigerians to protest for their right to a […]
Continue ReadingChairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has stated that Nigeria will not compel Kemi Badenoch, the newly elected leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, to identify with her Nigerian heritage. Dabiri-Erewa disclosed that NIDCOM has reached out to Badenoch once or twice without receiving any response from her. “It […]
Continue ReadingBig Brother Naija (BBNaija) star, Nigerian lawyer and #BBNaijaAllStars housemate, Cynthia Nwadiora, popularly known as Cee-C, is a year older on Wednesday. The former reality TV show star, took to her Instagram page to share sensual photos displaying her curves. She captioned the photos: “Gratitude, Grace, Growth.” More photos: Photos: Cee-C, Instagram
Continue ReadingNigeria Police is not exactly new to public relations scandal, but last Friday’s episode, when it charged 32 severely malnourished boys before an Abuja Federal High Court for alleged offences including treason was probably its lowest moment in public esteem since March 1980. That was when policemen packed 70 suspects into a Black Maria truck, […]
Continue ReadingA young woman, 26-year-old Siphesihle Precious Twala, was brutally murdered by a gunman while breastfeeding her son in Geluksdal, Brakpan, South Africa. Advocacy group, Women For Change, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. According to the group, the incident happened on the 31 of October, 2024. “It is alleged that Siphesihle […]
Continue ReadingThe foregoing is far from being a rhetorical question. To be sure, it would be important to know if teams of election observers from Nigeria and other African countries have left for the United States to monitor the do-or die American elections. After all, if American civil society organisations could sponsor the observer teams to […]
Continue ReadingReality TV show star, Dorathy Bachor trended on X (formerly Twitter) after she released some new birthday photos. Fans and followers joined her to celebrate, pushing her to the top of the trending table. The former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality star took to Instagram and X to share the photo alongside a caption that […]
Continue ReadingActivist and now a Nigerian lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has commented on the United States presidential election result and that Nigerian Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) can still help the losing Democratic Party to win. As results from the US presidential election are tilting towards Donald Trump winning, Adeyanju said the only body that can help […]
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