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Miss Teen USA has resigned, just days after Miss USA said she would relinquish her crown, sending further shock waves through the pageant community in America. In an Instagram post, Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava said her “personal values no longer fully align with the direction of the organization.” “After months of grappling with…
Iran has warned its adversaries the US and Israel that it could be pushed into building a nuclear weapon if Israel threatens its existence. “We have no decision to build a nuclear bomb but should Iran’s existence be threatened, there will be no choice but to change our military doctrine,” said Kamal Kharrazi, an adviser…
A Nigerian man identified as Young C caused a stir online on Wednesday, May 8, when he embarked on a challenge to be buried alive in a coffin for 24 hours. In a post shared on his Instagram page, Young C said he intends to broadcast live footage from the coffin at night. Sharing a…
At least two persons have been confirmed dead, while three others sustained severe injuries in a gas explosion at a gas retail shop in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this in a post on his official X handle on Wednesday. He said the incident razed down about…
A tenant, Manlafy Danso, who is married with two children, has been accused of eloping with his landlord’s 20-year-old daughter in Wellingara Coastal Road, in Gambia. It was gathered that Danso, a native of Niamina Sotokoi, disappeared with the girl on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Wellingara Coastal Road. Soon after, the girl’s parents filed…
The Chief Executive Officer of Binance, Richard Teng, has described the detention of its employee, Tigran Gambaryan, by the Nigerian government as ‘unjust’ and that it was a “dangerous precedent” for international businesses. Teng also said that despite Binance’s repeated efforts at constructive engagement and cooperation with Nigerian authorities, Gambaryan remains in detention for ‘spurious’…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has categorically denied speculations circulating about potential discussions with foreign nations regarding the establishment of foreign military bases within the country’s borders. In a statement released by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government vehemently refuted these rumors, asserting that no such discussions or proposals have…
The Nigerian Army mourns the loss of seven soldiers in two separate ambushes, underscoring the escalating threat posed by bandits in the North West region. Amidst the tragedy, the Army also reports significant gains in counterinsurgency operations, culminating in the neutralization of 31 terrorists and the recovery of weapons. In the latest attack, bandits in…
A Port Harcourt-based businesswoman, Ada Bolingo, has got her friends and followers worried after she left an alarming note on Facebook. In the post dated Monday, May 6, 2024, Ada revealed that she’s been struggling with her mental health for a long time and is beyond help. “I’m taking the cowardice way out and…
An unidentified drainage worker from the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) found himself trapped in the underground drainage system at the Onipanu area of Lagos State. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), confirmed the unfortunate event and stated that the agency swiftly initiated emergency response operations…
Tragedy struck Ambe community in Sanga local government area of Kaduna State as bandits launched a deadly assault, resulting in the loss of six lives on Sunday night. Confirming the incident, spokesperson for the Kaduna State Police Command, Mansir Hassan, disclosed to Newsmen that one suspect had been apprehended in connection with the attack. Hassan…
In a tragic turn of events, two individuals, Ojulewa Alex and Alonge Samuel, have tragically lost their lives after imbibing a native concoction during the annual age group festival in Ipe-Akoko, situated within the Akoko South East local government area of Ondo State. Dubbed as the “Ibogbel” festival, the event witnessed another participant, Adu Johnson,…
In a dramatic turn of events in a Manhattan Court, Judge Juan Merchan has issued a stern warning to former President Donald Trump, threatening him with jail time if he continues to violate the gag order imposed on him. This development comes amidst Trump’s ongoing trial, where he faces a staggering 34 felony counts of…
An Ekiti High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced three convicts to death by hanging for armed robbery. Five accused persons – Bidemi Babalola, 28, Oluwaseun Akinwale 26, Sola Oyebanji, aka Solademmy, 31, Azeez Jimoh, aka Asela, 31, and Babatunde Ogunlade, 28 – were arraigned before Justice Lekan Ogunmoye. The five men, whose addresses were…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has stated his intention to reevaluate the legislation that criminalizes suicide attempts in Nigeria. This commitment was made during a meeting with representatives from the Asido Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to advocating for mental health reforms. The…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized a significant amount of cannabis sativa weighing 4,752kg that was concealed in the gas tank compartment of a truck along the Abuja-Abaji highway. The interception occurred during a stop-and-search operation on Wednesday, May 1, when NDLEA operatives discovered 511 jumbo sacks of…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi According to the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, approximately 80% of buildings in Ibeju Lekki lack the necessary approvals. In a recent interview with journalists, Dr. Olumide highlighted the widespread issue of unauthorized structures in the area. He explained that many estates in the…
Edited By Hannah Afolabi Mother is seeking justice for her daughter who was allegedly sexually assaulted. A mother named Rita Ebirim is seeking justice after her five-year-old daughter was allegedly defiled by her brother-in-law in Lagos. The concerned mother, who spoke with a journalist on Friday, shared that her estranged husband had initiated divorce proceedings…
A devastating bandit assault in Ungwan Sarki Noma community, situated within the Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 24 lives, with numerous individuals sustaining injuries. The victims, primarily comprised of vigilant community members, courageously confronted the bandits in an attempt to thwart their nefarious activities,…
Eight persons were confirmed dead in a petroleum tanker explosion at the Ometan-Okpe community along the ever-busy Effurun-Sapele Road in Okpe local government area of Delta state on Friday. A correspondent who visited the scene of the incident gathered that a breastfeeding mother and her three-month-old baby were among the casualties. The mother was reportedly…
A Nigerian bride, Jessica Okah, recently recounted a rather unexpected incident from her church wedding ceremony, where her pastor asked her to remove her artificial eyelashes. Jessica shared this amusing yet surprising experience on TikTok, revealing that the pastor had initially raised concerns about her eyelashes before the wedding day. In her TikTok video, Jessica…
In a devastating incident on Tuesday evening, sixteen travellers lost their lives in a motor accident in Enugu State, with two others narrowly escaping the inferno that ensued. The survivors were promptly rushed to an undisclosed hospital for urgent medical attention to treat their injuries. According to authorities, the accident involved an 18-seater white Toyota…
Mr Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last election, has berated President Bola Tinubu’s administration for proceeding with the contentious Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project despite public opposition. The former governor of Anambra State in a post on his X handle on Tuesday, expressed dismay over the government’s decision to pursue…
The Kano State High Court has scheduled May 27 for the hearing of three applications related to the ongoing case concerning the suspension of Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). During Tuesday’s proceedings overseen by Justice Usman Na’abba, the court decided on the adjournment date after hearing arguments from both…
Edited by Afolabi Hannah President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the families affected by the recent fire incident caused by a petroleum-filled articulated vehicle in Eleme, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu sympathized with the government and people of Rivers State, offering prayers for…
Edited By Margret Oshinowo. A female student of the University of Abuja, Murjanatu Zubairu, has been declared missing on her way to school. An uncle of the student, Alhaji Zubairu Jibrin Yewuti, who is also a former vice chairman of Kwali Area Council of the FCT, reported the missing student through a phone call on…
A grave accident occurred in Jos as an employee of the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) was tragically electrocuted while conducting repairs in the Abbatoir area of Jos South local government council. The deceased, identified as Friday, met his untimely demise while endeavoring to rectify a fault, according to reports gathered by newsmen. Sources within…
Tragedy struck in Abeokuta as a gas tanker explosion rattled Ita-Oshin along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, resulting in one fatality and leaving two others injured. Mrs. Florence Okpe, spokesperson for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Sector Command, confirmed the incident to reporters in Abeokuta on Saturday, disclosing that the explosion occurred at 4:10 pm….
Prime Minister Hun Manet has confirmed a devastating loss of twenty soldiers in an ammunition explosion at a base located in the western region of Cambodia. The blast, which occurred on Saturday afternoon at an army base situated in Kampong Speu province, also resulted in injuries to several soldiers, as stated in a Facebook announcement…
In a harrowing ordeal, a pregnant woman en route to the hospital for delivery was reportedly abducted and subsequently gave birth at the kidnappers’ hideout in Egede, Udi local government area of Enugu State. The distressing incident, said to have occurred last Monday, unfolded as the woman, identified as Chinwendu Igwe, was accompanied by her…
Two members of a Lebanese group that fired rockets across the southern border at Israel have been killed by Israel’s airstrike in the Beqaa region of Lebanon. Israel’s military said its air force “struck and eliminated Mosab Khalaf in the area of Meidoun in Lebanon.” The Israeli military said a member of the Jama’a Islamiya…
