Nigerian Man Sentenced to 12 Years for $200K Fraud in the U.S.
In a significant fraud case, a Nigerian man living in the UK has been sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison after being found guilty of helping in a $200,000 fraud attempt against a North Dakota law firm. The crime, which involved fake digital transfers, took place between November and December 2020. How the Fraud […]
Comedian Basketmouth Shows Off New Girlfriend [VIDEO]
Popular Nigerian comedian, Bright Okpocha, also known as Basketmouth, has recently shared a heartwarming video of himself and his new girlfriend on Instagram. This news comes almost two years after he divorced his ex-wife, Elsie, whom he was married to for 12 years. Basketmouth and Elsie parted ways in December 2022, ending over a decade […]
APC Withdraws from Edo Election Peace Accord Just Hours Before Signing
In a surprising move, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its decision not to sign the peace accord aimed at ensuring a smooth and peaceful governorship election in Edo State. The decision came just two hours before the signing ceremony, catching many by surprise. The peace accord, scheduled ahead of the September 21 election, […]
Amnesty International Slams Severe Bail Conditions for #EndBadGovernance Protesters
Amnesty International has strongly criticized the stringent bail conditions imposed on the 10 #EndBadGovernance protesters who face treason charges. On Wednesday, a Federal High Court in Abuja set bail at N10 million for each of the ten activists. The court also demanded that they provide sureties who must be property owners in Abuja and submit […]
NAF Airstrikes Devastate Terrorists in Niger State
On September 11, 2024, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed a decisive airstrike operation against terrorists in Bassa, Niger State, as part of Operation WHIRL PUNCH. This operation was aimed at dismantling terrorist activities in the region. During the mission, NAF aircraft targeted a large group of over 100 terrorists who were engaged in a […]
Tragic Death of South African Student Naledi Nkosi: A Call for Justice and School Safety
In a deeply troubling incident, 17-year-old Naledi “Nalz” Nkosi has tragically passed away after being poisoned at her school in South Africa. Naledi, who was a Grade 10 student at MOM SEBONENE Secondary School in Duduza, Tsakane, Gauteng, was poisoned on September 5, 2024. Despite receiving medical attention, she succumbed to her injuries on September […]
Gunmen Kill Doctor in Benue: Community in Mourning
On August 29, 2024, Dr. Utoo Joshua Msughter, a 47-year-old medical doctor, was tragically shot dead by gunmen while traveling in his car from Ugba to Anyiin in Benue. The attack occurred on the road, and the community is deeply saddened by his untimely death. Dr. Msughter was buried on September 11, 2024, in a […]
Nigerian Gospel Artist Dele Gold Passes Away
Dele Gold, a beloved Nigerian gospel artist, has passed away at the age of 52. Known in real life as Dele Agbeyo, he died on Wednesday, September 11, after a brief illness. His death has sent shockwaves through the music community and among his fans. Dele Gold gained prominence in the Nigerian gospel music scene […]
How Nigerian Governors Spent $50 Billion in Excess Crude Savings and Its Impact on Fuel Subsidy
In a recent report by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), it was revealed how Nigerian state governors spent $50 billion from the Excess Crude Account (ECA) back in 2010. This significant amount of money, which could have alleviated fuel subsidy problems, was used after a Supreme Court ruling deemed the ECA illegal. Dr. Tayo […]
Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Police Officer in Ekiti Checkpoint Incident
In a tragic turn of events, a police officer was killed by a hit-and-run driver at a checkpoint in Ado-Ekiti on the night of September 9, 2024. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Idris Lawal was performing his duties during a stop-and-search operation on Iworoko Road when the incident occurred around 11 p.m. Despite being rushed […]