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Nigerian singer Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour N’abania, has expressed his outrage following the sentencing of Courage Ikpaka, who impersonated him to defraud an American woman of $53,000.   The Federal High Court in Lagos handed down a two-year prison sentence to Ikpaka after he pleaded guilty to charges of …

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, two of Hollywood’s most prominent figures, are currently facing challenges in their ongoing divorce, particularly regarding the division of their assets. Despite their wealth and success, the couple’s decision not to sign a prenuptial agreement has led to complications in determining the distribution of their …

Sonia Ighalo, the ex-wife of footballer Jude Ighalo, has taken to social media to express her gratitude towards her former partner for being kind to her and their children despite their marriage ending.   In a heartwarming post, Sonia praised Jude for being a responsible father, saying,  “God bless all the …

Dr. Uche Nworah, former Managing Director and CEO of Anambra Broadcasting Service, has expressed his frustration after spending £100 (approximately N200,000) to braid his teenage daughter’s hair in the UK.   The significant cost, which he describes as exorbitant, left him feeling as though he had been “robbed,” especially considering the …

Reality TV star Pere has stirred conversation on social media by shading women who, in his view, rely on “surgically manufactured” beauty instead of embracing their natural features.   In a recent post on X, the former BBNaija housemate praised women whose beauty he considered to be a true reflection of …

Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, has highlighted the low tax collection in Nigeria as a significant obstacle to adequately financing essential sectors such as health and education. Speaking at a Pan-African youth dialogue on nutrition in Abuja on Tuesday, September 3, Gates emphasized that for …

The Chairman of Royal Estate in Alimosho Local Government, Mr. Williams Adeyemi, has issued a formal apology on behalf of the estate’s residents to the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) and its Mosan Okunola District Head, Arc. Sayo Omisore.   This gesture follows a controversial publication in ”The Punch” newspaper …

The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has disclosed that 3,590 inmates are currently on death row across the country’s custodial centers, reflecting an alarming rise in crime rates driven by economic challenges. Among these inmates, 73 are females, signaling an unsettling trend where women, once respected and largely uninvolved in such …

Nigerian actor Aremu Afolayan has voiced his frustration with the country’s economic situation, stating that he regrets not engaging in fraud, commonly known as Yahoo Yahoo. The actor’s remarks reflect the growing disillusionment among many Nigerians who feel that legitimate work no longer pays off, given the challenging economic environment. …

In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jidonwo, content creator Tobi The Creator shared personal experiences about his gender identity and a traumatic near r@pe incident that occurred when he was just 12 years old. Tobi, known for managing crossdresser James Brown, revealed that he identifies as non-binary and …

SportyBet has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the “Official Betting Partner” of LALIGA across Africa, following a groundbreaking multi-year partnership. This partnership, which goes into effect this season, solidifies SportyBet’s status as the top sports betting site in the area and establishes a new benchmark for providing fans throughout …

Nigeria has emerged as the third-largest debtor to the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), with its debt exposure rising by 14.4% from $14.3 billion in FY2023 to $16.5 billion in FY2024. This $2.2 billion increase has pushed Nigeria into the top three IDA lenders for the first time, surpassing …

The Federal Government is considering removing taxes on essential items such as food, public transportation, and house rents to alleviate the financial strain on Nigerians. This proposal was put forth by the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy, led by Chairman Taiwo Oyedele, during a recent interview on Channels Television. The …

A new poll has revealed that 60% of African youths are eager to leave the continent due to the rampant corruption that they believe is jeopardizing their future. Conducted by the Johannesburg-based Ichikowitz Family Foundation, the 2024 African Youth Survey polled 5,604 people aged 18 to 24 across 16 African …

 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reportedly increased the pump price of petrol to over N800 per liter, a move that has ignited widespread concern and frustration among citizens.  According to reports, several NNPC filling stations in Lagos and Abuja have adjusted their fuel prices from N568 to …