Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has claimed he lost $4 million after allegedly purchasing a stolen property in Lagos, leaving him devastated and appealing for public help. The artist, whose real name is Abiola Akinbiyi, shared the emotional revelation on social media, saying the seller disappeared after receiving payment and that he has since engaged a…
Russia launched overnight ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv, killing at least two people and injuring six others, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack came just hours after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited the Ukrainian capital to formalize a landmark defense partnership between the European Union and Ukraine, centered on joint drone production…
A disturbing video showing the body of a woman in a drainage channel near Sangotedo Shoprite in Lagos has sparked widespread outrage on social media, with unverified claims that she was a Point-of-Sale (POS) operator who was raped and murdered before her body was dumped. The graphic footage began circulating on July 15, prompting calls…
The Football Association (FA) has thrown its full support behind Thomas Tuchel despite England’s heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The result ended England’s hopes of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966 after conceding two late goals following Anthony Gordon’s opener. Tuchel has faced heavy criticism from…
Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has been conferred with the traditional title of Atayese of Yorubaland by the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, during a ceremony at the royal palace in Iwo, Osun State. The monarch said the honour recognizes VDM’s outspoken advocacy, influence among…
Global oil prices have climbed above $85 per barrel as escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran fuel fears of prolonged disruption to energy supplies and international shipping. The latest exchange of strikes has heightened concerns over the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route through which roughly a fifth of…
The United Kingdom has proposed a new overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds as part of efforts to improve young people’s mental health, sleep quality and online safety. Under the proposal, social media apps would be set to block access between midnight and 6:00 a.m. by default, although teenagers would be able to…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested Asaba-based content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as “Odogwu of Asaba,” over the alleged rape of 20-year-old Favour Agbro, who later died after ingesting a poisonous substance. Police said the arrest followed a petition alleging that the suspect lured the victim to Asaba on June 1, 2026, with…
Lionel Messi has revealed that he spent almost a year preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he made significant sacrifices to ensure he arrived at the tournament in peak physical condition. The Argentina captain made the disclosure after leading the defending champions into the World Cup final, where they will face Spain. Speaking…
Nigerian content creator Carter Efe became emotional during a livestream after revealing he was unable to attend Kai Cenat’s Streamer University in the United States because his visa was not approved in time. Carter had been selected to participate in the invite-only program, making him one of the first African creators chosen for the high-profile…
