Renowned Senegalese-American musician Akon has revealed his significant contribution to the evolution of the Afrobeats music scene. He stated that his involvement with Nigerian artists and producers during the late 2000s and early 2010s was instrumental in laying the groundwork for what is now globally recognized as Afrobeats. As the founder of Konvict Muzik, Akon […]
Nigerian digital influencer and live streamer Habeeb Hamzat, better known by his online alias Peller, has opened up about the emotional weight of carrying family responsibilities at an early age. During a heartfelt conversation with fellow TikTok personality, Sandra Benede, the 19-year-old revealed the distress he faces as the main provider for his family — […]
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Popular Nigerian artist Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, widely recognized by his stage name Portable, has been handed a three-month jail sentence by the Magistrates’ Court in Ifo, Ogun State, presided over by Chief Magistrate Babajide Ilo. The singer, known for his controversial reputation, was brought before the court in April 2023 on a three-count charge involving […]
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A Lagos State High Court situated at Tafawa Balewa Square has imposed a 21-year prison sentence on two individuals, Emmanuel Victor and Wisdom Ikechukwu, following their involvement in an armed robbery targeting commuters at the Maza Maza motor park. Presiding Judge, Justice Yetunde Adesanya, delivered the ruling on Tuesday, convicting the pair on three of […]
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The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its influential Governance Advisory Council (GAC) are reportedly experiencing internal tensions due to speculations surrounding Seyi Tinubu’s possible candidacy for the 2027 governorship election. Seyi Tinubu, the 39-year-old son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has garnered endorsements from various youth organizations and diaspora groups, […]
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Weeks after federal and state authorities assured the public of swift repairs on the collapsed Nemnai Bridge in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, the structure remains untouched, raising serious concerns about government accountability and regional development. This vital infrastructure connects Taraba and Benue States with the southern region of Nigeria. Since its collapse, […]
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Dr. Beta Edu, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, has praised Nigerian workers for their unwavering resilience, dedication, and their invaluable contributions to the development of the nation, describing them as the “engine of the nation.” In her May Day message addressed to Nigerian workers, which she personally signed, Edu emphasized that the occasion is […]
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Tech moguls, including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and other prominent U.S. billionaires, have reportedly lost more than $300 billion within the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s time in office, according to a recent Forbes report. The report highlighted that Musk’s Tesla, which is currently under his leadership, faced a significant 33% decline due […]
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The United States has conveyed its openness to collaborate with Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, Mark Carney, emphasizing the need to boost manufacturing across North America. During an interview with Fox News on Wednesday, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted Washington’s interest in deepening economic integration with its northern neighbor under the new leadership. “The […]
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In the early hours of Thursday, multiple explosions occurred at the Giwa Military Barracks in Maiduguri, Borno State, causing public concern. However, the Nigerian Army has now officially stated that these explosions were not the result of any terrorist activity. According to a press release from Captain Reuben Kovangiya, who serves as the Acting Deputy […]
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The peaceful community of Tsibiri, located in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State, has tragically descended into chaos after a deadly raid by armed bandits. The attackers reportedly massacred several villagers and abducted an undisclosed number of residents, leaving the area in complete desolation. This distressing development was disclosed by a respected security commentator […]
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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will officially commence the construction of the world’s largest cotton and polyester processing facility at the Special Agro Processing Zone near Gateway International Airport, located in the Iperu/Ilisan axis of Ogun State. Governor Abiodun made this disclosure during a meeting with the […]
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared a foreign national, Elie Bitar, wanted in connection with a large-scale cryptocurrency scam associated with an online platform known as Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). In a public notice released on Wednesday, the EFCC identified 41-year-old Bitar as the primary suspect in a digital asset fraud […]
