Gunmen Attack and Destroy Schools and Clinics in Akwa Ibom
In the early hours of a Saturday morning, Inua Eyet Ikot, a community in Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, was attacked by gunmen. These suspected armed men came from the neighboring Esit Eket Local Government Area. The attackers destroyed several public facilities, including schools, clinics, and homes, causing damage estimated at over N100 […]
Chinese National Accused of ₦301 Million Corruption in Lagos
A Chinese national, Zhengjia Jin, is facing serious corruption charges in Lagos, Nigeria, after being accused of embezzling ₦301 million from the Golden Diamond Industrial Manufacturing Company Ltd. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) claims that Jin transferred the stolen funds into his personal Access Bank account. The account was linked to the company, […]
Phyno – Why Most Artistes’ Careers Crash When They Get Married
In a recent episode of the In My Opinion podcast, popular Nigerian musician Phyno opened up about why many music artistes’ careers face setbacks after marriage. He explained that the music industry is highly demanding and all-consuming, making it difficult for artists to balance their professional and personal lives. Phyno pointed out that the pressures […]
Reno Omokri Labels Pastor Becky Enenche a “Yahoo Girl” Over Tithe Comments
Reno Omokri, a prominent social media figure, has found himself at the center of controversy after referring to Pastor Becky Enenche of Dunamis International Gospel Centre as a “Yahoo girl on the altar.” This comment came after Pastor Enenche’s teachings on the importance of paying tithes, which has sparked reactions within the Nigerian Christian community. […]
Concerns Grow Over Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Eguavoen Ahead of AFCON 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), but their journey to the tournament has been marred by a surprising 2-1 loss to Rwanda in their final qualifier. Although the team had already secured their spot before this defeat, the performance left many questioning the quality of the […]
Nigerian Government Dismisses Workers With Degrees from Benin Republic Universities – Shehu Sani
In a surprising move, the Nigerian government has fired several workers who graduated from universities in the Benin Republic. Shehu Sani, a former Nigerian senator and a prominent activist, shared this news on his official X account, expressing his shock at the dismissals. Although he did not provide specific reasons for the sacking of these […]
DSS Detains Ladi Adebutu, Former PDP Governorship Candidate in Ogun
Ladi Adebutu, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the 2023 Ogun State governorship election, has been arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS). His arrest is related to incidents that took place during the recent local government elections in the state. Adebutu is accused of bringing 40 police officers from MOPOL 49 in […]
Senate Reacts to Auditor-General’s Report on N105.6b Misappropriation by MDAs
The Nigerian Senate has responded strongly after the Auditor-General’s recent report revealed a shocking N105.6 billion misappropriated by various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the government. The Senate has made it clear that it will impose sanctions on any agency found guilty of such financial misconduct. Senator Garba Maidoki, Chairman of the Senate Committee […]
Nigerian Woman Says Being Under a Man Is a Curse, Like Labor Pain
In a recent Facebook post, Nigerian woman Ify Asia Chiemeziem shared her strong opinion about the role of women in relationships. She stated that being “under a man” is a curse, comparing it to the pain women experience during childbirth and the struggle to make a living. Her post, made on November 18, has sparked […]
Lagos Businessman Sentences Four Years in Prison for Attempting to Smuggle 800g of Cannabis to the UK
A Lagos businessman, Nnamani Sunday Sunny, has been sentenced to four years in prison for attempting to smuggle 800 grams of cannabis into the United Kingdom. The sentencing took place at the Federal High Court in Lagos on November 18, 2024. Sunny, 36, was arrested on August 10, 2024, during an inspection at the Murtala […]