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Nigerian preacher Prophet Odùméje declares his presidential ambition for 2027, calling for a “young and digital leader” to lead Nigeria. His fiery sermon has sparked mixed reactions, with some dismissing it as a publicity stunt while others support his unorthodox approach. In a dramatic and...
A viral video showcasing a 5.3 billion Naira mansion in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sparked intense debate online. Nigerians are divided on whether such a lavish home is worth the price, with some in awe of its grandeur, while others criticize the excessive wealth amidst the country's economic struggles...
A Nigerian farmer, Sunday Jackson, has been sentenced to death for killing a Fulani herdsman in self-defense during an attack in 2014. Despite evidence of stab wounds and pleas for leniency, the Supreme Court upheld the sentence, sparking calls for judicial reform over the fairness of the...
The Girls Spot, a women-only gym, has sparked controversy by excluding transgender women after initially promising inclusivity. The decision has sparked online debate about safe spaces for biological women versus inclusivity for trans women. Critics argue it’s transphobic, while supporters claim...
The bodies of three victims, including a police officer, were found in Abia State after being abducted during an attack on March 4. The victims were part of a convoy escorting businessman Obasi Lawson. Security forces are intensifying efforts to locate Lawson, with investigations continuing. In...
A Nigerian doctor who recently returned from the UK has died from Lassa fever. The NCDC confirmed the death after his return on February 27, 2025. The country has recorded 535 confirmed cases, with a case fatality rate of 18.3%. Lassa fever remains a significant health concern in Nigeria. A...
Nigerian man Peculiar Emmanuel celebrates his wife, Mercy, for preserving her virginity until marriage. The couple’s marriage sparked debates on social media, with some praising Mercy’s decision, while others questioned the significance of virginity in relationships. The post reflects the...
NiDCOM Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa warns that many Nigerians who relocated abroad now face regret and depression. According to her, NiDCOM receives distress calls from struggling migrants. She urges Nigerians to rethink relocation, citing worsening conditions in some foreign countries. Her...
Pastor Enoch Adeboye revealed he collapsed during an evangelism mission in Ilesha seven years ago due to exhaustion and poor road conditions. He was airlifted but faced resistance from locals. The ordeal left him bedridden on Christmas for the first time. He thanked God for sparing his life...
Canada will process up to 10,000 sponsorship applications for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2025, allowing family reunification. The Super Visa offers an alternative for long-term visits. Processing times vary, with Quebec applicants facing longer waits. Updated insurance rules...
The Abacha family refutes claims that General Sani Abacha annulled the June 12, 1993 election, stating that former Head of State Ibrahim Babangida (IBB) was solely responsible. Mohammed Abacha criticized Babangida’s book for distorting history, urging Nigerians to reject revisionist narratives...
A violent clash between SS3 students and local youths in Suleja, Niger State, over a girl left two minors with bullet wounds. Police arrested 11 suspects, including an SS3 student, while investigations revealed a security officer fired the shots. Authorities are working to prevent future...
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