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…
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…
Award-winning Nigerian author and filmmaker Onyeka Nwelue has revealed that Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka quietly paid the outstanding balance on his knee surgery bill, a gesture that has drawn widespread praise following Soyinka’s 92nd birthday. In a post shared on X, Nwelue explained that his surgery cost about ₦39 million, but he still owed…
Jay-Z’s final Yankee Stadium anniversary concert became one of the biggest talking points in hip-hop after Pharrell Williams delivered a fiery speech that sent fans into a frenzy, while Rihanna and Beyoncé shared the stage for the first time in around a decade during the star-studded finale. Joining Pusha T on stage, Pharrell referenced Jay-Z’s…
May Yul-Edochie has escalated her legal battle over alleged online harassment, filing a ₦1.5 billion lawsuit at the Lagos High Court against her former lawyer, Emeka Ugwuonye, social media personality Yinka Omolola Theisen and several unidentified online account operators over alleged cyberbullying, defamation and privacy breaches. According to court filings, May alleges she has been…
The Federal Government has increased the minimum monthly salary of Nigerian soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000, a move aimed at improving troop welfare but one that has also triggered widespread debate over whether the raise is sufficient given the country’s economic realities. Minister of Defence Christopher Musa announced the increase during an interview with News…
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has warmed hearts across social media after surprising fellow actress Regina Daniels with a truckload of household appliances for her new home in Abuja. The unexpected gesture included a television, refrigerator, microwave, generator and several other home essentials, all fully paid for by Mercy Johnson. Regina Daniels shared an emotional video…
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has reignited the long-running “school na scam” debate after arguing that there is “some truth” to the popular phrase, citing his own financial success compared to many of his former lecturers. Speaking in an interview with media personality Joey Akan, the actor, who holds a degree in Philosophy and a diploma…
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has sparked widespread conversation after revealing what she believes is the secret behind her youthful appearance at 48, saying an active sex life plays a major role in a woman’s glow. Speaking during an appearance on The Morayo Show, the actress dismissed the idea that marriage alone brings happiness, arguing instead…
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has escalated his long-running feud with fellow artist Odumodublvck by filing a ₦2 billion defamation claim, accusing him of making false and damaging allegations that have harmed his reputation. The legal action stems from statements made by Odumodublvck on June 29, in which he publicly referred to Blaqbonez as a “sexual abuser”…
