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A disturbing incident unfolds as a boyfriend reportedly assaults his pregnant girlfriend for twerking onstage despite having a broken arm. The altercation, shared on social media, prompts outrage and concern. Users express shock at the boyfriend's violent reaction, calling for his removal and...
Wakanda
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, and three others to court over alleged involvement in N84 billion money laundering offenses. Alongside Bello, his nephew Ali Bello, Dauda Sulaiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu are accused of...
Wakanda
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At the Mapo Grade A Customary Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, businesswoman Memunat Adeoye has petitioned for divorce from her husband Abdullateef, citing poor feeding and lack of care as the primary reasons for ending their five-year marriage. Adeoye lamented that during her pregnancy...
Wakanda
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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, passed away at the age of 81. Having ascended the throne two years prior, he was presented the Staff of Office by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on March 11, 2022. Makinde confirmed Oba Balogun's demise, expressing profound...
Wakanda
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In the wake of the abduction of 287 students from a school in Kuriga, Kaduna State, the Defence Headquarters has revealed significant challenges in the ongoing rescue operations. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, addressed the media on Thursday, March 14th...
Wakanda
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kidnappers in Kaduna have issued a chilling ultimatum, demanding a staggering N1 billion ransom for the release of abducted students and staff from the LEA Primary School Kuriga. The threat looms heavy as the kidnappers vow to end the lives of the hostages within 20 days if their demands remain...
Wakanda
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Nigerians engage in a heated debate over a viral video depicting a bride receiving a car from her family on her wedding day. Some celebrate the generous gift, viewing it as a symbol of familial love and support. However, others critique the act, citing gender norms and suggesting it undermines...
Wakanda
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In a heartwarming display of honesty and integrity, Mohammed Sani Abdulrahman, a 37-year-old Point of Sale (PoS) operator from Kurnar Asabe Quarters in Kano, was rewarded with a cash gift of N500,000.00 by a businessman. The businessman mistakenly transferred N10,000,000.00 to Mohammed instead...
Wakanda
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Tragedy struck in Lagos' Gbagada area when a woman was found stabbed to death in her apartment on Kiniun-Ifa Street, Sawmill. The victim, yet to be identified, was discovered by her son on March 9, 2024. The suspect, identified only as Peter, her house help, is reported to have fled the scene...
Wakanda
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A tragic incident has unfolded in Lagos State, leaving a teenage apprentice dead and prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his untimely demise. The police spokesperson in Lagos State, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the heartbreaking news on Wednesday, shedding light on...
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