A recent report by Smart DNA, a leading DNA testing center in Lagos, has revealed a sharp increase in paternity tests in Nigeria, driven largely by a surge in immigration-related testing. Covering the period from July 2023 to June 2024, the report indicates that 27% of paternity tests conducted during this time came back negative, meaning more than one in …

Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has donated 105 million naira to a Christ Embassy church in Benin, Edo State, as a gesture of gratitude for the support the church provided to his family after his father’s death. The donation was made on Sunday, September 1, 2024, during a church service where Rema expressed his deep appreciation for …

Bill Gates, Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has raised an alarm about Nigeria’s dire food insecurity situation, revealing that the country has the second highest rate of food insecurity in the world.   In a recent interview with Lara Adejoro, Gates emphasized that the ongoing climate crisis has exacerbated the situation, leading to the disappearance of arable lands …

The family of Kogi-based journalist Mohammed Bashir, along with nine others who were kidnapped two weeks ago in Kaduna State, have regained their freedom and are back to their normal lives.   Bashir’s wife, Aminat Shana, and their two daughters, Aisha and Hajara, were abducted in August 2024, sparking widespread concern.   In a statement released on Saturday, August 31, 2024, Bashir …

Nigerian Catholic priest, Fr. Kelvin Ugwu, has issued a strong admonition to drivers who prioritize prayers over common sense precautions like getting enough rest before embarking on long journeys. In a recent Facebook post, Fr. Ugwu highlighted the dangers of sleep deprivation, especially for those who plan to drive the next day, emphasizing that physical preparation is just as important …

The football world is mourning the tragic loss of former Cardiff City captain and Ivorian defender, Sol Bamba, who passed away at the age of 39. Bamba, known for his immense contributions on and off the field, fell ill ahead of a match in Turkey on Friday and was rushed to Manisa Celal Bayar University Hospital, where he sadly lost …

Watford Football Club has officially terminated the contract of Nigerian winger Samuel Kalu, following a mutual agreement between the player and the club. The decision, confirmed on August 30, marks the end of Kalu’s challenging stint with the English Championship side. The 27-year-old, who joined Watford from French club Bordeaux in January 2022, struggled to secure regular playing time due …

During a state congress at the PDP Secretariat in Port Harcourt on August 31, former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, criticized several governors within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for what he described as two-faced dealings with President Bola Tinubu. According to Wike, these governors privately express support for the president while …

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has sparked controversy with a recent statement on social media, declaring that he “doesn’t give a damn” about how his posts are interpreted, misinterpreted, or reinterpreted by the public. El-Rufai’s comments come in response to backlash over a post he made earlier, in which he argued that falsehoods will eventually crumble, allowing the truth …

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he has no regrets about joining President Bola Tinubu’s government, despite backlash from his party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).  Wike, a prominent PDP member, made waves during the 2023 presidential election when he chose to support the APC-led administration, a move that sparked criticism from within …

The music world mourns the loss of American rapper and hypeman, Fatman Scoop, who tragically passed away on Friday night after collapsing on stage during a concert in Connecticut. The 53-year-old artist, whose real name was Isaac Freeman III, was performing at the Green and Gold Party summer concert in Hamden when he suffered a sudden medical emergency. In spite …

The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Health, has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Waheed Ayilara, who passed away on August 29, 2024, at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) following a surgical operation. The move to investigate comes after concerns were raised by the deceased’s family …

Crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has shared striking new photos on social media to mark his birthday today, August 31. In spite of facing ongoing criticism and being the subject of numerous shades from the public, Bobrisky remains undeterred. He has made it clear that his decision to embrace this identity is driven by a desire to build …

Crimes against women in South Africa have seen a disturbing increase between April and June this year, with a significant number of r@pe incidents occurring in schools. According to the latest crime statistics presented by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, the number of reported r@pes rose by 0.6%, from 9,252 last year to 9,309 this year, with many incidents happening in …

A total of 161 Nigerian students were denied entry at UK airports between 2021 and 2023, despite having secured admission and visas to study in the United Kingdom. This denial, which affected 11.3% of the total 1,425 international students turned away during this period, has raised significant concerns. The UK Home Office has cited reasons such as failure to satisfy …