[UPDATED] Bandits Plant Explosives Again on Zamfara Road, Kill Six Travellers

Armed bandits have struck again in Zamfara State, planting explosives along the Dansadau-Gusau road in the Mai Lamba axis under Maru Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday, claimed the lives of six travellers and injured eight others when a Volkswagen

Eminem’s Mother, Debbie Nelson, Dies at 69 After Lung Cancer Battle

Debbie Nelson, the mother of iconic rapper Eminem, has passed away at 69 after a long fight with lung cancer. Nelson died on Monday night in St. Joseph, Missouri, as confirmed by a spokesperson for Eminem on Tuesday. Nelson became a prominent pop

UK to Deport Popular Nigerian Pastor Tobi Adegboyega After Tribunal Ruling

The British government has ordered the deportation of Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, founder of the controversial SPAC Nation church, following his loss at an immigration tribunal. The decision comes after investigations revealed financial misconduct and a lack of transparency within his church. SPAC Nation

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Arraign Dele Farotimi on 16 Cybercrime Charges in Ekiti Court

Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has been arraigned in an Ekiti State court over allegations of cybercrime, stemming from his book Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System. The charges, brought under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act, 2015, were filed by police prosecutors

Pastor Bolaji Idowu Denies Allegations of N1.5bn Fraud, Calls for Evidence

Pastor Bolaji Idowu, Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), has publicly denied allegations of fraud and money laundering involving N1.5 billion. Speaking during a “Next Level Prayers” session on Wednesday, Pastor Idowu maintained his innocence, refuting claims of real estate dealings

Sanwo-Olu Signs Lagos Electricity Bill into Law, Targets 24-Hour Economy

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed the 2024 Lagos Electricity Bill into law, marking a major step toward transforming power supply across the state. The signing ceremony at the State House in Ikeja was attended by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, lawmakers,

Joint Security Operation Dismantles Criminal Hideout in Imo, Arrests Over 20 Suspects

A joint security operation in Aku, Okigwe LGA of Imo State, has dislodged a notorious criminal hideout linked to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). The operation, involving the police, military, DSS, and

Wizkid’s ‘Morayo’ Debuts at No. 98 on Billboard 200

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid has achieved a significant milestone with his latest album, Morayo, debuting at number 98 on the Billboard 200 chart. Released on November 22, 2024, the album sold 13,000 units in its first week, marking Wizkid’s fourth entry onto the

EPL Title Race: Arsenal the Only Team That Can Stop Liverpool – Chris Sutton

Former Blackburn Rovers star Chris Sutton has tipped Arsenal as the only team capable of challenging Liverpool for the Premier League title this season. Speaking on BBC Radio Five Live Football Daily Podcast, Sutton praised the Gunners’ potential but questioned Chelsea’s experience in

EPL: Amorim Hails Mazraoui as a “Modern Player” Ahead of Arsenal Clash

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has heaped praise on Noussair Mazraoui, describing the defender as highly technical and excellent in one-on-one situations. Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of United’s Premier League clash with Arsenal on Wednesday night, Amorim highlighted Mazraoui’s versatility