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Portable, the Nigerian singer, is currently in police custody in Ogun State, facing allegations of assault against his baby mama, Ashabi Simple, and defamation charges filed by Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. A viral video shows him in handcuffs, shirtless, and tearfully pleading in a police holding area, sparking public outrage and concerns over police conduct….
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, ahead of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), which kicks off on Monday. His plane landed at the Presidential Wing of Zayed International Airport at 11:30 pm local time. Tinubu was received by high-ranking officials, including Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, UAE…
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of their 21-month-old twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away on January 7, 2026, after a brief illness. The family alleges that medical negligence at Euracare Hospital in Lagos led to the toddler’s death, citing failures such as denial…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have arrived in Fez, Morocco, ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semifinal match against hosts Morocco, also known as the Atlas Cubs. The team touched down on Sunday, just a day after securing a convincing 2-0 win over Algeria in the quarterfinals in Marrakech. A video shared on the…
Nollywood’s 2025 ended on a sad note with the passing of actress and filmmaker Allwell Ademola. She was rushed to Ancilla Hospital in Agege, Lagos, on December 27, 2025, after complaining of breathing difficulties at home, but unfortunately, she succumbed to a heart attack. Allwell Ademola was laid to rest on Friday at Atan Cemetery…
The political landscape in Rivers State is heating up as Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has reaffirmed that political power is earned through strength and strategic maneuvering. In a recent visit to his native Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Wike emphasized the significant influence of the region in Rivers State politics, stating that…
As Patrice Talon’s two-term presidency in Benin Republic comes to a close, the country gears up for a new chapter. Talon, inaugurated on April 6, 2016, and re-elected in 2021 with 86% of the vote, leaves behind a mixed legacy. The Commission Electorale Nationale Autonome (CENA) has announced the presidential election date: April 12, 2026,…
Recent incidents highlight Nigeria’s struggle with truck crashes. Today, January 11, 2025, a loaded mini truck overturned on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge, injuring two people. The truck was carrying perishable goods near Unilag Waterfront when the accident occurred. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) is clearing the roadway and transloading goods. The accident caused…
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface was notably absent from the Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 lineup, leaving many fans surprised. The 25-year-old forward had been dealing with a persistent knee issue since last summer, which worsened in December, forcing him to miss Werder Bremen’s final two games of the year. He eventually underwent successful knee surgery on…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have advanced to the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-finals on Saturday. Victor Osimhen opened the scoring and set up Akor Adams for the second goal, securing Nigeria’s 16th appearance in the last four of the tournament The Super Eagles’…