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Former Acting Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Joy Nunieh, revealed many things about Godswill Akpabio during her recent interview with Arise TV, including why she slapped …

An Abuja Federal High Court has ruled that the Nigerian Army cannot declare citizens wanted because it lacks the power to do so. According to the news report, Justice Ijeoma …

The Oyo Police Command has confirmed the killing of a suspected gang leader in Ibadan. We gathered that Abiola Ebila who goes by the popular title “Ebila of Ibadan” was …

The youngest daughter of Nelson Mandela, Zindzi Mandela is dead. Zindzi Mandela is one of the two daughters Nelson Mandela had with his second wife Winnie Mandela. Nelson Mandela had …

Popular YouTuber and Instagram influencer, Nicole Thea has died. It was reported yesterday that Nicole Thea who was a British dancer, social media influencer and YouTube star has died along …

The Kaduna State Police Command has said the deaconess who was earlier arrested for allegedly torturing a 14-year-old girl with a hot knife and pepper will be prosecuted. Police records …

It seems Denola Grey owns Twitter tonight. Shortly after the fashion-aware actor and social media personality began trending for the amazing way he dresses, someone compared Nigeria’s perception of him …

Nigerian Twitter users have on numerous occasions crowned actor and model Denola Grey a “fashion icon” on the micro-blogging platform. Denola Grey whose real name is Denola Adepetu trends on …

The African pear or ube is a commonly eaten fruit in Nigeria and other parts of Africa. In fact, the arrival of ube and maize is a major highlight of …

Nigerian controversial journalist Kemi Olunloyo has alleged that arrested criminal suspect Hushpuppi and his right-hand man Woodberry are gay partners. Kemi Olunloyo said Hushpuppi whose real name is Ramon Olorunwa …

Billionaire lawyer and politician Ned Nwoko has shared some interesting details about his marriage to young actress Regina Daniels. Ned Nwoko’s marriage to Regina Daniels who is way younger than …

Written by Dozie Fineboi Ejimofor, for DNB Stories. The 2018 Nigerian film ‘SMASH’ is, in my opinion, largely underrated for a class act romantic comedy it is. It so far …

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) announced yesterday, Saturday, July 12, that it has commenced the 2020 recruitment exercise for new officers. The general requirements for the 2020 Nigeria Police recruitment …

Who is Regina Daniels father? Regina Daniels’ father is Barrister Jude Jude Ojegwu. He was in the news last year for openly opposing his daughter’s marriage to billionaire politician Ned …

Cynthia Obi-Uchendu who is married to popular media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, has shared what she feels about open marriages. Cynthia Obi-Uchendu tweeted this afternoon that “there is nothing wrong with …

A Nigerian man named Chimelum Ajanma has shared on Facebook how he killed and burned an owl he caught because people told him it is an “evil owl”. Sharing pictures …

If Tiwa’s music skill is a fruit, it is ripe. Tiwa Savage is among the few Nigerian musicians who have matured in their game. Her sound has blossomed and taken …

The lawmaker representing Kosofe Constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Tunde Braimoh, died yesterday after a brief illness. Tunde Braimoh was an active member of the Lagos …

A three-storey building collapsed in Lagos Island this morning, killing one and injuring six. The building located at Freeman Street, Lagos Island, was reported to have collapsed at around 2 …

A Living Faith Church Deaconess, Mrs Iyema Oyemola Oyewole, has been arrested for allegedly subjecting her 14-year-old ward to extreme torture. It was gathered that the 14-year-old girl named Princess …

Nigerian actress Regina Daniels and her husband Ned Nwoko had their baby-naming ceremony today, Friday July 10th. Regina Daniels who gave birth to her first child with Ned Nwoko two …

Nigeria has been on the bad side of the press in many countries for long including the US, UK and now the UAE. If anything, the recent arrest and charging …

Nigerian startup Block Stale which prides itself as “Africa’s first Bitcoin ATM developer” has rolled out Nigeria’s first Bitcoin ATM in Lagos to the excitement of many Nigerians. The hashtag …

It appears lawyer Gal Pissetzky is putting up a great fight for his newest client Ramon Olorunwa Abbas, aka Hushpuppi. Gal Pissetzky who had earlier told Forbes that his client …

The daughter of Nigeria’s vice president Kiki Osinbajo has responded to claims by journalist and blogger Jackson Ude that she invested N800 million in her Abuja beauty house. Jackson Ude …

Ex-BBNaija housemate Jackye has made a post on her social media page expressing her disappointment over the attitude of women fighting other women. Jackye recently got bashed online after appearing …

Nigerian criminal suspect Hushpuppi has hired top criminal defense attorney Gal Pissetzky to defend him in court. Nigerian Instagram-famous personality Hushpuppi whose actual name is Ramon Olorunwa Abbas is currently …

A Nigerian blogger known as Jackson Ude who was earlier petitioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, over some heavy allegations he posted on his blog has …

Nigeria’s vice president Yemi Osinbajo has forwarded a petition to the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, demanding an investigation into the defamatory allegations made against him by blogger Jackson Ude. …

The worst cases of human rights violations were recorded at the SARS unit in Awkuzu the time CSP James Nwafor headed the unit. The situation was so serious that Amnesty …

Twitter users have raised alarm over the many atrocities committed by SARS police officers in Awkuzu, Anambra State and in particular a senior officer CSP James Nwafor allegedly involved in …

Four-year-old son of Glee actress Naya Rivera has told cops that his mummy “jumped into the water but didn’t come back up”. Naya Rivera had gone missing after she rented …

An RCCG pastor named Gideon Bakare has been suspended by the church after he was caught in a video attempting to sleep with a church member’s wife. In the video …

Popular Tanzanian actress and former beauty queen Wema Sepetu has shared how Diamond Platnumz used to batter her the time they were together. Platnumz and Wema Sepetu dated for around …

A video showing a Nigerian boy vandalizing his mother’s kitchen while she stood watching caught the attention of millions of Nigerians yesterday. The boy in the video now identified as …

What is fenugreek? Fenugreek is a leguminous plant grown widely in Egypt, the Middle East and India. Both the seeds and leaves of the fenugreek plant are commonly used in …

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared that secondary schools in the country will not be participating in the forthcoming 2020 WAEC exams. Making the announcement Wednesday, July 8, the …

Popular Nigerian social media personality Omotola Taiwo Temilade popularly known as Omohtee has opened up about her failed plastic surgery at Dr Anu’s clinic. Omohtee who admitted she has been …

Twitter users have raised alarm over a white foamy substance flowing through a community in the Anthony Village area of Lagos State. According to an eyewitness who shared a video …

Youths of Ohafia community in Abia State have invaded and demolished the popular Church of Satan worship centre in Abia State. The church originally called the Assemblies of Light Bearer …

Tonight’s episode of BBNaija Pepper Dem Reunion show started with Diane and Elozonam revisiting their past drama. Eventually, both captains confirmed that the “Dialo” ship has crashed. Asked how they …

A Nigerian man has shared images of himself on Facebook cooking and eating frogs. The man identified as Bright Amah called the meat “poached frog meat” or “ntikun” and said …

Sultry Nigerian actress and model Beverly Osu recently shared new beautiful photos on her Instagram page with an ambiguous caption. Beverly wrote under the two fiery photos she shared that …

Embattled acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Ibrahim Magu has been suspended by the presidency. Magu’s suspension comes a day after he was taken in for …

A video has emerged online showing arrested criminal suspect Hushpuppi revealing how he frequently donated money to charity organizations in anonymity. In the video which has since gone viral, Hushpuppi …

Talk show host Wendy Williams and her ex-husband Kevin Hunter finalized their divorce early this year January 22, 2020. Wendy Williams and Kevin separated in April 2019 after 21 years …

Last night’s BBNaija Pepper Dem Reunion show was all about things said and done in the house that didn’t go down well with other housemates. The episode started with Ike …

Social media influencer Adeherself whose real name is Adedamola Adewale Rukayat has been arraigned before an Ikeja court. Adeherself appeared before Justice Sherifat Solebo of the Special Offence Court sitting …

Former BBNaija housemate Enkay who now runs a fashion outfit called “Enkay Clothing” has been called out on Instagram by a dissatisfied customer. The customer – a lady identified as …

It was earlier reported that EFCC acting chairman Ibrahim Magu was arrested by the Department of State Service over allegations of corruption. The Department of State Services (DSS) in a …

The head of Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency Ibrahim Magu has been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) on allegations of corruption. Magu was arrested over multiple allegations of graft …

Popular Nigerian gay rights activist Bisi Alimi in a Twitter post this morning hinted that the criminalization of homosexuality in Africa has to do with colonization. According to Bisi Alimi, …

A family member of late Deborah Tushima has called the rumors that Deborah was poisoned by a jealous friend after she received an iPhone 11 as birthday gift false. We …

Mr Franklin Amudo who is the former manager of music star Dbanj has released a statement concerning the ongoing rape allegation involving Dbanj and Miss Seyitan Babatayo. In the statement …

A 47-year-old LASTMA officer identified as Emmanuel Mekuri has allegedly stabbed himself to death on Sunday morning, July 5, in Lagos State. We learnt that Emmanuel Mekuri who worked with …

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A Nigerian young lady identified as Deborah Tushima has reportedly slumped and died at her own birthday party. It was gathered that the incident took place in Benue State’s capital, …

Documents from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation have shown that the famous £2 million scam involving Italian sports club Società Sportiva Lazio was orchestrated by Nigerian criminal suspect Hushpuppi. …

The Enugu State Police Command on Saturday arrested one Mrs Ifeoma Ezeugwu for severely abusing and battering a child put under her care. It was gathered that Mrs Ifeoma Ezeugwu …

A tough debate erupted yesterday on Twitter over how good Adesua Etomi is as an actress with reference to the 2019 Nollywood action comedy film Sugar Rush. Opinions were divided …