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Media personality Toke Makinwa has denied reports that her Banana Island mansion has been seized by AMCON. In a newly released letter addressed to P.M News, Toke Makinwa’s lawyer said …

Many Nigerian artists and painters have gained recognition for their talent by sharing their creations on social media. But this was not the case of Nigerian artist Adeyinka (@adeyinka_art on …

Of all mythical creatures to have appeared in popular culture, there is arguably none that boasts the grandeur and fierceness of the dragon. What’s not to like about dragons? Majestic …

Most Nigerian films of the 90s and 2000s are what set the current paradigm of Nollywood, especially in the horror genre. I’m talking about movies like Karishika, Living in Bondage, …

The hashtag #FreeShola is currently trending on Twitter as Nigerians call for the release of Babatunde Olusola, a student of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, who was arrested …

Adeola Phoenix Osinuga, a popular Nigerian radio presenter also known for being the wife of late singer Nomoreloss is dead. Phoenix Osinuga died following a long battle with fibromyalgia, a …

BBNaija rich kid Kiddwaya may have touched Erica in a way she felt was inappropriate during the BBNaija Saturday night party. BBNaija Lockdown housemates had their first night party on …

One thing we can all agree on concerning this season of Big Brother Naija is that they selected hot people. Both the guys and girls, everyone stands out. BBNaija Nengi …

It’s already an established fact that BBNaija Neo can talk, a habit that has garnered him some popularity and fandom among Nigerians. Many BBNaija fans have compared Neo to ex-housemate …

Nigerian human rights activist Segun Awosanya (popularly known as Segalink on Twitter) has accused popular Twitter feminist Kiki Mordi of threatening him. According to Segalink, Kiki Mordi, following Seyitan’s withdrawal of her …

One word all BBNaija super fans are familiar with is “ships”. Though a shortened form of referring to “relationships”, you can also imagine “ships” as the real water vessel used …

The Gokada team held a candlelight memorial service for their late CEO Fahim Saleh who was gruesomely murdered in his apartment on the 13th of July, 2020. A few years …

Popular broadcaster and radio presenter Emmanuella Pobeni Adepoju is dead. Emmanuella Adepoju who is popularly known as Iya Jogbo worked with Max FM before her death. Family sources confirm Iya …

There are reports going round that Nigeria’s information minister Lai Mohammed has requested the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to shut down the ongoing BBNaija Season 5 reality show. In some …

Nollywood actress and movie producer Toyin Abraham took to her official YouTube page two days ago to talk about forgiveness, a topic many of the actress’s fans believe is a …

The ongoing rape case involving Nigerian musician Dbanj has been discontinued by the Nigerian police following the accuser’s withdrawal of her petition. The police said their investigations found “no substantial …

Barely two days after the BBNaija Lockdown season kicked off, reports began circulating all over social media that one of the BBN housemates Brighto is an evangelist. The unverified reports …

There is a good chance you are familiar with stories of how older siblings deal with last-borns, especially when their parents are away. Well, Mehitabelle Jones Emmanuella is not just …

A Russian nurse named Nadia Zhukova who made headlines in May after wearing just her underwear underneath a transparent protective gown now has a new job as a TV presenter. …

A United States’ court has dismissed the case against Olalekan Jacob Ponle (Woodberry) who was arrested alongside his friend and close associate Ramon Olorunwa Abbas (Hushpuppi) over serious allegations of …

Ozo of BBNaija Season 5 caught the attention of many BBN fans at the opening show with his looks. Fair and tall, a lot of BBNaija viewers considered the 27-year-old …

The information available on the U.S Federal Bureau Of Prisons website indicates that Hushpuppi has been released. The US federal prisons website, BOP.Gov, says that arrested Nigerian criminal suspect, Hushpuppi …

Kim Kardashian has addressed her husband’s recent dramatic outburst on social media following his impassioned speech about abortion at his presidential rally. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star released a statement …

Most 90s kids in Nigeria will vividly recall how the sound “Nneeeeeeeekaaaaaa!” sent chills down one’s spine. A story about a water spirit that came to earth with a mission, …

An American lesbian couple who recently announced they are expecting a baby has drawn diverse reactions among Twitter users. A female Twitter user @Bjacks announced on the micro-blogging platform that …

Yoruba actor and musician Yusuf Satia has died. Yusuf Satia’s death was confirmed this morning by fellow actor and colleague, Kunle Afod. Mr Afod, an actor and filmmaker, expressed his …

Omoni Oboli’s beautiful marriage and family have been a reason for constant admiration from fans and colleagues alike. Omoni who is often seen in online skits with her sweetheart Nnamdi …

Laycon is one BBNaija housemate that has taught Nigerians never to judge a person’s content by their appearance. At the BBNaija Season 5 opening show, Laycon was almost written off …

Written by Eniola Baruwa Who is Laura Louie? Laura Louie is a businesswoman that is married to Hollywood star Woody Harrelson. The name Woody Harrelson might be familiar to you …

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that Third Mainland Bridge will be closed on Friday at midnight to enable the proposed 6-month maintenance project on the bridge. The Minister of …

BBNaija housemate Dorothy Bachor became an instant fan favourite the moment she was introduced at the BBNaija Lockdown opening show. Dorothy was actually the first housemate to garner widespread support …

No doubt this 2020 BBNaija Season 5 Lockdown is going to be super exciting. Barely two days after the show’s kick-off, fans are already feeling entertained and picking their favourites. …

Ismaila Isa Funtua, a close associate of President Muhammadu Buhari who was also his in-law is dead. Buhari’s personal assistant on new media Bashir Ahmad confirmed the news of Isa …

There are reports widely circulating online that one of BBNaija Lockdown housemates Laycon graduated with a first-class degree in Philosophy from the University of Lagos. Some of these reports also …

BBNaija housemate Nengi has emerged the winner of the first Head of House challenge, making her the first housemate to become Head of House in the ongoing BBNaija Season 5 …

Prophet Chukwuemeka Odumeje popularly known as the Indaboski Bahose was seen recently hanging out with Nigerian musician Flavour and some of his friends. Indaboski Bahose is a Nigerian pastor and …

American rapper Nicki Minaj has confirmed she is pregnant on Instagram. The 37-year-old rapper shared photos of her baby bump on Instagram with a simple caption “#Preggers” and adding a …

The mother of popular Nollywood actress, Rachael Okonkwo, is dead. The actress confirmed the news in a recent update she shared on social media. Rachael Okonkwo posted the image of …

We reported news of Legend Izu yesterday who committed suicide after being falsely accused of rape. Izu Madubueze allegedly killed himself after being included in a sexual offenders’ list prepared …

US presidential aspirant Kanye West held his first presidential rally at the Exquis Event Center in North Charleston on Sunday, July 19. Kanye West’s speech at the event was full …

The “Deluxe Edition” of Pop Smoke’s posthumous debut album is out and fans are super excited to see Davido and Burna Boy featured in it. The newly released edition of …

BBNaija ‘Lockdown’ housemate Laycon who was earlier misjudged by some of the show’s viewers because of his looks is gradually turning a fan favourite. In fact, a lot of celebrity …

When BBNaija host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu asked the housemates during their entry show what they will most likely be getting involved in while in the house – Eric gave an honest …

It is no longer news that once a new season of BBNaija starts showing, housemates of the previous season become relegated to the background. Before Tacha and Mercy, there were …

The 2020 BBNaija Season 5 ‘Lockdown’ has officially kicked off. With the newly unveiled 20 housemates of the BBNaija Lockdown edition, it is safe to say that this season of …

The 2020 BBNaija Season 5 ‘Lockdown’ housemates have been officially unveiled today, July 19 and the competition kicked off in full. The 20 housemates who come from different states across the …

A Nigerian man known as Izu (@Legend_Izu on Twitter) has reportedly committed suicide over false allegations of rape made against him. It was said that Izu killed himself after one …

A 23-year-old South African girl has been arrested for conning five different South African hospitals into thinking she was a medical intern. The con artist identified as Nokwanda Ndlovu posed …

The sad death of Olympics figure skater Ekaterina Alexandrovskaya has made headlines around the world. The 20-year-old is believed to have jumped to her death from a Russian apartment this …

The Nigerian Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has addressed the viral video of some of its officers clashing with a tricycle rider in Benin City. In the video of the …

Nigerian lawyer and businesswoman Diekolola Osa Avielele has died of complications following the birth of her son. Diekolola Osa Avielele is the owner of the D’Venue Event Centre in Victoria …

Nigerian businesswoman Nneka Ede Dorothy made headlines a few days ago after buying the Portuguese football club Lusitano Ginásio Clube. Following the successful transaction, Mrs Nneka Ede is currently being …

Written by Victor Uma, for DNB Stories. It’s too sad that the whole world got to know about Fahim Saleh when he was already murdered – in such an extremely …

The Catholic Diocese of Enugu has announced the death of a Catholic priest Reverend Father Joachim Cabanyes who died due to coronavirus-related complications on Thursday, July 16. Father Joachim Cabanyes …

A Black lesbian couple’s celebration of their engagement has caused a stir on Twitter with the couple receiving tons of homophobic reactions mostly from fellow Black people. Erica Nicole and …