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Lagos, Nigeria: A Federal High Court in Lagos has granted bail in the sum of N20 million to Ezekiel Onyedikachi, also known as EeZeeTee, the former manager of gospel artist Mercy Chinwo. Onyedikachi is facing trial over allegations of illegal foreign exchange dealings filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, […]

Nigeria:   Tanzanian musician Juma Jux has announced that the final celebration of his international wedding journey with wife Priscilla Ojo Mkambala will be held in Tanzania on May 28. In a video shared on his Instagram story, Jux revealed that the upcoming event, named the “JP Reception,” will serve as the concluding ceremony following […]

Abuja, Nigeria— Social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after five days. This was confirmed by his legal representative, Deji Adeyanju, who told our correspondent on Wednesday, “He has been released.” Otse had been in EFCC custody since […]

  Lagos, Nigeria — In celebration of its 80th anniversary, Wema Bank has awarded cash prizes totaling over N14 million to 88 loyal customers during a grand gala event in Lagos. The initiative, part of the bank’s ‘80-For-80’ campaign launched on April 17, wrapped up with a spectacular ceremony that brought together customers, high-profile guests, […]

Ibadan, Nigeria — A midnight fire outbreak has devastated parts of the staff quarters at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, resulting in the destruction of property valued in millions of naira. The incident, which occurred around 2:00 am on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, affected three out of four rooms in the quarters. The Oyo State Fire Service […]

Anambra state, Nigeria: A yet-to-be-identified pregnant woman was found hanging from a cashew tree in Anambra State’s Idemili North local government area, sparking widespread shock and concern A video of the scene, which has gone viral on social media, appears to show the woman’s lifeless body dangling from the tree, with her phone and slippers […]

Nasarawa state, Nigeria: Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has announced that a new lithium battery production plant with a capacity of 9,000 metric tonnes annually is set for commissioning in July 2025. This development marks another step in the state’s efforts to position itself as a hub for energy innovation and industrial growth. Governor Sule […]

Yobe state, Nigeria: The Federal Government has officially commissioned the Gashua Water Supply Scheme in Filin Tanda, Bade Local Government Area of Yobe State, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring access to clean and safe water across Nigeria. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, who led the inauguration, described the project as […]

ABUJA, NIGERIA:The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing irregular migration through enhanced collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The renewed partnership also includes plans to review Nigeria’s diaspora policy and build institutional capacity. This was revealed by NIDCOM Chairman/CEO, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, during a high-level strategic meeting with […]

ABUJA , NIGERIA — In a significant boost to Nigeria’s emergency health infrastructure, the World Health Organization (WHO) has donated eight emergency utility vehicles to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) as part of efforts to enhance rapid response capabilities in Abuja. The handover ceremony, held under the WHO-led Avoca Surge flagship initiative, underscores the […]