After 22 people were killed in deadly protests, Kenyan President withdraws tax hikes finance bill

Kenya’s President, William Ruto has announced that he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes after deadly protests that saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday, June 25. In an address to the nation, he said it was clear that Kenyans “want nothing” to do with the bill. “Listening keenly to the people of […]

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Sanusi officially receives reinstatement letter as the 16th Emir of Kano

Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, has on Friday, formally reappointed Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano, and gave him his reinstatement letter at the Government House in Kano. While giving the letter, the governor said: “By the powers conferred on me by the Kano Emirate Council Law of 1984 and 2024, […]

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As Predicted, Wadume is Back!, By Olusegun Adeniyi

Straight from Kuje Prison in Abuja, convicted gunrunner, Hamisu Bala (popularly known as ‘Wadume’) was received with a hero’s welcome to his hometown of Ibbi, Taraba State, on Sunday. He was reportedly driven round town in a long convoy of vehicles before visiting the palace of the traditional ruler, Alhaji Salihu Danbawuro. While many Nigerians […]

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BBNaija’s Tacha advises single ladies not to be faithful in relationship until marriage

Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) star, media personality, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has advised single ladies not to be faithful in relationship until marriage. Tacha said this to fellow BBNaija reality star and winner, Nigerian actress, model, hype woman and entertainer, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, on the latest […]

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France appoints Gabriel Attal as youngest-ever Prime Minister

Emmanuel Marcon, President of France, on Tuesday, named 34-year-old Gabriel Attal, the country’s new Prime Minister. Associated Press (AP) reports that Attal will become the youngest person to occupy France’s second-highest office at 34 years old. He is also France’s first openly gay prime minister. Attal was named Prime Minister, as President Macron seeks a […]

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BBNaija’s Angel Smith sparks pregnancy rumours online

Sharing her discomfort online, BBNaija star, Angel Smith, known for her candid and open nature, has sparked pregnancy speculations following a public revelation about her health condition lately. The reality TV star, who is romantically involved with fellow BBNaija alum Soma, took to social media to express her concerns about persistent nausea, leaving fans speculating about a […]

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Nigerian witches predict outcome of Imo, Kogi, Bayelsa gov’ship elections

Ahead of the coming elections in Imo, Kogi and Bayelsa States, the White Witches and Wizards of Nigeria have predicted the outcome of the gubernatorial polls slated for November 11 in three States. Speaking with journalists at the weekend in Lagos, Okhue Iboi, the spokesperson of the group, warned Imo Governor, Hope Uzodinma of the All […]

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Maryland in US to add Yoruba language for Driver Learner’s Permit test

State of Maryland’s learner’s permit knowledge test, and its study materials, in the United States of America, will soon be offered in nine more languages, bringing the total for each to 17 languages. “Improving accessibility for the driver’s knowledge test and study materials is critical to serve Maryland’s linguistically diverse population,” said Motor Vehicle Administrator […]

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14 cultural wedding and traditions you might not have witnessed before (Photos)

Traditional Moroccan Wedding photographed by Claire Eliza As a destination wedding photographer myself, there’s nothing like the surprise of a new cultural wedding tradition! You would think one would have “seen it all” after 100 weddings in a decade, but I’m constantly spoiled by brides & grooms from different backgrounds around the world introducing me to new […]

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At last, INEC declares Fintiri winner of Adamawa gov election

Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Ahmadu Fintiri as the winner of the Adamawa State governorship election. The Returning Officer, Muhammed Melee, declared incumbent Fintiri of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) winner on Tuesday after polling 430,861 votes to defeat his major counterpart Aisha Binani of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who polled […]

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Nigerian-born music manager stabbed, killed in UK

Nigerian-born music manager was stabbed to death after celebrating his birthday with a “designer watch” worth up to £300,000, a London court heard. The Old Bailey heard that Emmanuel Odunlami, 32, was attacked by three robbers after leaving the Haz restaurant near St Paul’s Cathedral in the City of London, where he held a party […]

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Obi defeats Tinubu at Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila’s polling unit

Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) beat has beaten Tinubu at the polling unit of the Speaker of Nigerian House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila. At the polling unit which is located at Elizabeth Fowler Primary School, Unit 14, Ward G2, Masha-Surulere, Obi polled a total of  89 votes to defeat Tinubu who had 59 […]

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Fani-Kayode reports to DSS office again, says it was challenging and grueling

Former Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Mr. Femi Fani-Kayode has given an update following his visit to the Department of State Services (DSS) again. Fani-Kayode, one of the spokespersons of the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was invited by the DSS after he raised an alarm about an alleged impending coup. […]

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Sex worker holds on to customer’s manhood for assault and refusal to pay for her service (Video 18+)

A video which captured moment a sex worker retaliated after she was reportedly assaulted by her male client is trending online. According to the aggrieved woman, her client assaulted her after she asked for payment for the all night service she rendered. She dragged out the man from the hotel room and held on to […]

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Osun gov reacts to Tribunal judgment nullifying his election

In an address to the people of Osun State on Friday, the Governor of the State, Ademola Adeleke, has restated his rejection of the tribunal judgment which nullified his election and affirmed that he was going on appeal to the higher court. Adeleke stated that the discrepancies mentioned in the judgement of the tribunal chairman, […]

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The new Naira notes as unveiled by President Muhammadu Buhari (Photos)

Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday, November 23, unveiled the new naira notes. This is coming weeks after the Central Bank of Nigeria said it would be redesigning the N200, N500 and N1000 notes. Buhari unveiled the new currency notes on Wednesday morning before the federal executive council (FEC) meeting at the state house, Abuja. […]

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Chioma spotted at the front row singing along as Davido performed at a recent show (Video)

Chioma has been spotted wearing a 30BG chain which has her name inscribed on it as Davido performed at a recent show. The singer’s third baby mama who stood at the front row of a show Davido performed at, sang along as he performed his “Jowo” hit. She also showed off her diamond-encrusted wristwatch and […]

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Fani-Kayode slams men participating in the Shettima dress challenge (Photos)

Former Nigerian Minister of Aviation and now a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Femi Fani-Kayode, has slammed men in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s participating in the ongoing Shettima challenge. Nigerians began the challenge on Tuesday August 23, to depict the rather unusual outfit APC Vice Presidential candidate, Kashim Shettima, wore to the […]

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