A 40-year-old man named Arnold Masuka has approached a local court in Lusaka, Zambia, with an extraordinary request to dissolve his marriage to his wife, Hilda Mleya, solely based on her exceptional beauty. Arnold, driven by his irrational fear of … Continue reading Man seeks unconventional divorce due to wife’s extraordinary beauty
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has expressed his willingness to undergo investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), stating that he has nothing to fear from the agency. He asserted that he has no investments in Europe … Continue reading Ortom declares he’s ready for EFCC probe and has nothing to fear
Economists are calling on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to shift its focus towards addressing supply-side factors, cost-push influences, and structural issues that are driving inflation in the country. Despite multiple interest rate hikes, inflation continues to rise. On … Continue reading Economists criticize interest rate hike as inflation persists
As the incoming administration approaches, the Nigerian currency continues its decline against the US dollar. On Friday, at the Investors and Exporters window, the naira was traded at N464.51 to the dollar, representing a 0.18% increase compared to the N463.67 … Continue reading Naira continues downward slide against Dollar ahead of new administration
The Senate has given its approval for an increase in the Ways and Means loan available to the Federal Government. This revision raises the limit from five percent to fifteen percent, as specified in the Central Bank of Nigeria Act. … Continue reading Senate approves upward revision of FG Ways and Means loan limit to 15%
During the presidential inauguration lecture in Abuja, former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta called on President-elect Bola Tinubu to become a unifying force in Nigeria. Kenyatta emphasized the need for Tinubu to unite all Nigerians, regardless of religion, tribe, or political … Continue reading Former Kenyan president urges Tinubu to unite Nigeria
According to the US State Department’s International Religious Freedom Report, North Korean authorities have shockingly sentenced a toddler to life imprisonment due to the presence of a Bible in his parents’ home. The report reveals numerous cases of religious persecution, … Continue reading North Korean toddler reportedly sentenced to life imprisonment for Bible found in parents’ home
Cyprian Igwe, an undergraduate student at the University of Abuja, has been rusticated by the university authorities for organizing a meeting and urging a demonstration against the recent increase in school fees. Igwe used the university’s WhatsApp group to call … Continue reading University of Abuja rusticates student for advocating against school fee hike
Nigerian singer, Kcee, responds to Asa’s previous criticism, where she referred to him as an ‘idiot.’ Speaking in a recent interview with GoldMyne TV, Kcee dismissed the impact of Asa’s opinion on his financial status. He asserted his status as … Continue reading Kcee responds to Asa’s criticism, stating her opinion doesn’t affect him financially
Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima, has highlighted two major challenges that will initially confront the incoming administration: the removal of petrol subsidy and the elimination of multiple exchange rate systems. Speaking at a public lecture and Juma’at prayer held at the … Continue reading Shettima reveals key decisions anticipated from Tinubu’s administration
Joseph Ada, a former contestant of the inaugural season of Big Brother Nigeria in 2006, has sadly passed away. He died in Delaware, United States, on Wednesday, May 24. Joseph had been battling with Pancreatitis, a condition affecting the pancreas, … Continue reading Tragic! Former BBNaija participant, Joseph Ada, passes away in the US
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State expressed his satisfaction with his first four years in office, attributing his success to the support of his cabinet members. During the valedictory cabinet meeting held at the Lagos House, Ikeja, the governor acknowledged … Continue reading Sanwo-Olu commends cabinet members for successful first term in Lagos state
In a swift and daring operation that lasted only three minutes, a four-man robbery gang made off with $11 million from a trader in the Oke-Sokori area of Abeokuta, Ogun State. The incident took place as the victim, a Hausa … Continue reading $11 million stolen from huasa man in three minute operation in Abeokuta
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has strongly criticized President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, labeling it as the worst in Nigeria’s history. Ortom accused the outgoing president of bringing about widespread poverty and insecurity, creating a significant negative impact on the … Continue reading Samuel Ortom condemns president Buhari’s administration as the worst in Nigerian history
The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis had to clear his schedule due to a fever. As a result, his agenda was not made public as usual on a Friday. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni stated that the Pope did not … Continue reading Pope Francis adjusts schedule due to fever
President Muhammadu Buhari has issued a directive to all outgoing elected and appointed government officials under his administration to declare their assets. The President made this announcement during a ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he received his … Continue reading Buhari directs outgoing officials to declare assets as a measure to combat corruption
Betta Edu, the national women leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed her belief that President-elect Bola Tinubu will deliver such exceptional results that Nigerians will implore him to run for a second term. Tinubu is set to … Continue reading Nigerians will plead for Tinubu’s second term – APC women leader
Female journalist in Katsina state, Ruqayya Aliyu Jibia, has raised concerns about her safety after an encounter with the police. In a video shared on TikTok, she explained her ordeal, which she claimed stemmed from a post she made regarding … Continue reading Journalist in Katsina raises safety concerns after encounter with police
During the launch of the National Housing Strategy Blueprint, Babatunde Fashola, the Minister of Works and Housing, acknowledged that the government alone cannot fulfill the housing requirements of Nigerians. He emphasized the importance of creating an enabling environment for the … Continue reading Babatunde Fashola introduces 10 year national housing strategy
The Chief Justice of the Federal High Court, John Terhemba Tsoho, has reportedly issued a directive preventing judges from handling cases related to the presidential election or the upcoming swearing-in/inauguration ceremony. This decision aims to ensure the smooth inauguration of … Continue reading Chief justice of federal high court bars judges from presidential election and swearing in cases
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has ruled against the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The suit alleged … Continue reading Supreme court dismisses suit seeking disqualification of Tinubu and Shettima
Thabang Mazibuko, a former participant on South African reality show Big Brother Titans, expressed his surprise upon discovering the “weird” foods consumed by Nigerians. The 21-year-old shared his observations about the cultural similarities and differences between South Africans and Nigerians, … Continue reading SA Big brother titans ex housemate reflects on Nigerian food culture
American rapper and singer Lil Durk, whose real name is Durk Derrick Banks, has expressed his plans to visit Nigeria in the near future. The 30-year-old artist revealed during a Twitter Q&A session with fans that he intends to hold … Continue reading Lil Durk plans massive concert in Nigeria
A man was brutally murdered in Aba, Abia State, as unidentified gunmen shot him three times before beheading him at a food/drink joint near Item hall at St. Michael’s Road on May 24, 2023. The motive behind the heinous act … Continue reading Man shot and beheaded by gunmen in Abia
Former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has attributed the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria to inadequate governance. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the Pre-Inaugural Lecture honoring the governor-elect of Niger State, Umaru Bago Mohammed, Jega highlighted that the current … Continue reading Former INEC chairman blames insecurity on bad governance in Nigeria
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