President cites lower fares, new buses, tax waivers to ease transport costs By Nwafor Sunday, Online News Editor President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said investments in compressed natural gas (CNG) transportation are helping to reduce transport fares and ease the financial burden on Nigerians amid rising petrol prices. Tin…
A Nigerian man, Providence Oparaugo, has criticised a Deeper Life bride's wedding dress, describing it as "unchristian-like and a s3xually provocative attire reminiscent of a whore." The bride, Akinmoyewa Mercy Oluwasuen and her husband tied the knot this weekend. Her wedding dress has since elicited varying reactions,…
Eight Nigerian nationals have been arrested by the police for allegedly subjecting a 21-year-old compatriot to a severe beating as part of his initiation into an internet fraud operation at Kotokrom, a suburb of the Sunyani West Municipality in the Bono Region, Ghana. The suspects reportedly told investigators that the…
The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement has extended its nationwide grassroots mobilisation campaign to Bauchi State ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The movement's Grand Patron and prominent Niger Delta leader, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, was represented by the Managing Direct…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu described the death of Eze Francis Eze Igwe as the loss of a custodian of culture and a symbol of unityThe late monarch was the Agom Ugabala II of Ndufu Alike Autonomous Community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi StateTinubu extended his condolences to Dr Eric Kelechi Igwe, former Dep…
The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old man, Godwin Yahaya, for criminal conspiracy, culpable homicide and kidnapping. The spokesperson for the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement on 10th October, 2026 said the suspect allegedly contracted a man identified as Bashiru, to abduc…
Kemi Olunloyo made serious claims about Nollywood actress Regina Daniels after a video of her in a wheelchair surfaced on her 25th birthdayThe controversial journalist alleged that a drug report listing 11 substances was shown to her and linked it to Regina's conditionNigerians flooded social media to push back against…
A video posted on October 11, 2026, captured Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke sitting behind a drum kit during a live performance with Sir Shina PetersAdeleke actively directed the rhythm while Peters handled guitar, and gospel singer Adegbodu Twins member contributed vocalsNigerians flooded the comments section, reacting…
US President Donald Trump said in a brief statement Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on each other’s energy infrastructure. “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!” he wrote on his Truth Social networ…
DStv replaced South Africa’s Compact package with Sports, adding a stronger focus on football and other live sportsSome former Showmax subscribers reported unexpected bills, but MultiChoice says eligible customers keep their R99 promotional priceDStv Nigeria still advertises Compact, so South African package changes do…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has arrested an 83-year-old woman, Mrs Uloma Uchechi Sunday, with consignments of methamphetamine and Colorado in Abia State, barely a year after she was prosecuted and convicted for a similar offence. Uloma was arrested on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at her residence in…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has said emerging economic opportunities in Ogun East, driven by industrial expansion, airport development, road infrastructure, energy prospects and the proposed Gateway Deep Sea Port, could transform the region into a major economic hub with far-reaching benefits for Nigeria. Abiodu…
An 83-year-old grandmother, Mrs. Uloma Uchechi Sunday, has again been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) with consignments of Methamphetamine and Colorado concealed around her waist, barely a year after she was nabbed, prosecuted and convicted for the same offence. The octogenari…
A Nigerian woman living in Canada has slammed Nigerian men while sharing inbox messages some have sent to her sister. Chisara Agoha shared chats from two different men who took issues with her and her UK-based sister being comfortable being single women. One of the men told her sister that she would one day need a man.…
A Nigerian man has criticized members of the diaspora who continue to support the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) despite the country's relentless economic challenges. In a trending video, the man showcases three everyday clothing items-a pair of shoes, trousers, and a shirt-for which he claimed to have paid ₦75…
A woman whose marriage recently ended has accused her estranged husband of sharing her explicit photos with people.According to Ogechukwu Mary Eze, she had no idea that when she was still with her husband, he used to take intimate photos of her. She said that after they broke up, a number of women began claiming to her…
A German woman married to a Nigerian man has hit back at a critic who told her to stop acting like an African woman. Addressing the critic in a video shared on Saturday, October 11, 2026, the mother of two, Julia Nnebedum, who goes by the nickname, Baby Oku Germany, acknowledged that her husband teaches her English sin…
NBET is settling ₦728.979 billion in legacy debts owed to power generators and gas suppliers through its second bond issuanceDebt repayment could improve generators’ finances and electricity supply, but consumers’ gains depend on gas, plants and grid infrastructureGenCos warn fresh arrears could undermine progress, as …
The Amadabo of Moko-Ama in Bayelsa State, Moses Kenibara VII, has reportedly died at the age of 64 following complications from a liposuction procedureTributes reportedly began circulating on social media around October 8 and 9, 2026, as mourners remembered the monarch for his contributions to peaceKenibara VII served …
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has rearrested an 83-year-old woman, Uloma Uchechi Sunday, with consignments of methamphetamine and Colorado, barely a year after she was convicted of drug-related offences. The octogenarian was arrested on Wednesday, October 7, at her residence in Ite-Uzo, Umuaguma, Obingwa Loc…
A Nigerian lady, Blossom Chidera, has revealed that her female friend offered herself to the man she was seeing after she refused to sleep with him. Blossom, who was a virgin at the time of the incident said she had asked her friend accompany her to the man's house specifically to deter him from making any sexual advan…
Social commentator Solomon Buchi has strongly criticized Nigerian men who engage in negotiations with their female love interests regarding monthly stipends or upkeep allowances. Buchi's remarks came in response to a viral video showing a woman telling a prospective boyfriend that she requires a minimum of ₦500,000 mon…
An elderly woman was subjected to inhumane and degrading treatment after she was accused of witchcraft in Amanfu, Ugbawka, Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. A viral video showed the woman being paraded with palm fronds tied around her head, while she was allegedly forced to eat faeces and had same smeare…
A Nigerian man, Petc Godwin Okoye, has officially confirmed the cancellation of his traditional wedding. He made the announcement in a Facebook post on Saturday, October 10, 2026, explaining that he wanted to clear the air for well-wishers. According to Mr Okoye, the wedding was scheduled to hold on September 12, 2026.…
A Nigerian lawyer, Ilavbare Goldfish Rahmatulai, has stated most marriages fail due to how men are raised. She stated this in a Facebook post on Sunday, October 11, 2026, explaining that this conclusion stems from her experience counseling couples in at least 100 marriages. While acknowledging that about 20% of severe …