Voting has commenced across Ekiti State as residents take part in the 2026 governorship election, with early reports showing the arrival of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials and election materials at several polling units. Some locations recorded strong voter presence, including areas linked to incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji. The election pits the ruling All…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has once again captured public attention after gifting popular Nigerian streamer DavrelTV a brand-new 2025 Toyota Camry, reportedly worth about ₦68 million. The surprise gift comes weeks after DavrelTV found himself at the center of controversy involving the unauthorized leak of one of Davido’s unreleased songs. The leaked track quickly circulated online,…
The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Eware II, has summoned native doctors, traditional priests, and priestesses across Edo State for an emergency meeting aimed at addressing the growing insecurity affecting several communities in the state. The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday in Benin City, comes amid increasing concerns over kidnappings, cult-related violence, and…
Former presidential adviser and current PRP National Chairman, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has revealed that his family paid approximately ₦175 million in ransom to secure the release of his nephew after kidnappers held him captive for weeks despite authorities allegedly receiving information about the gang’s whereabouts. Baba-Ahmed made the disclosure while reflecting on Nigeria’s worsening security…
Nollywood has gathered to bid farewell to actor and filmmaker Alexx Ekubo, whose death has left colleagues, fans, and the Nigerian entertainment industry in mourning. The 40-year-old actor was laid to rest in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, following a private battle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer. Ekubo, known for his roles in popular…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has triggered a major online debate after publicly attacking former presidential aide and political commentator Reno Omokri during an escalating dispute over the singer’s campaign for the release of abducted Oyo State schoolchildren. The controversy began after Davido used a global platform to draw attention to the ongoing Oyo abduction crisis, wearing…
The United States and Iran have taken a major step toward ending their long-running conflict after President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding,” a diplomatic agreement aimed at halting military operations and restoring stability in the Middle East. The agreement, announced after weeks of escalating tensions, calls for…
Nigeria has officially launched FreeTV, a new digital broadcasting platform that offers viewers access to more than 100 television channels without monthly subscription fees, marking a major milestone in the country’s long-delayed transition from analogue to digital television. The platform went live nationwide on June 17 as part of the Federal Government’s Digital Switch-Over (DSO)…
Nigeria is facing a deepening healthcare crisis as the continued migration of medical professionals abroad leaves hospitals struggling with severe staff shortages, medical experts have warned. Recently, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) revealed that only about 55,000 of the more than 130,000 doctors registered in the country are actively practicing, resulting in a doctor-to-patient ratio…
A World Cup celebration in New York turned chaotic after clashes broke out between football supporters in Times Square, creating one of the tournament’s first major security concerns outside the stadiums. Videos showing heated confrontations among fans spread quickly online, shocking many viewers who expected the global tournament to be a celebration of football. The…
