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”…
The Lagos State Government has arrested 396 street beggars in a renewed enforcement exercise aimed at improving environmental sanitation, public order and safety across the state. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as the KAI Corps, forms part of the government’s ongoing campaign against street…
The Nigerian Senate has warned that it could review diplomatic relations with South Africa if renewed xenophobic attacks against Nigerians continue, following the killings of two Nigerian citizens during recent anti-migrant unrest. During plenary, lawmakers condemned the deaths of Emeka Charles Iroegbu and Musa Yunana Joe, who were reportedly killed on June 28 amid rising…
Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene continues to make headlines as Rema reportedly secured a landmark new deal with Mavin Records, while Asake maintained his dominance on the streaming charts with another week at No. 1. Reports indicate that Rema has signed a contract extension with Mavin Records said to be worth $25 million, reinforcing his long-term commitment…
MTN Nigeria has restored its XtraTime airtime and data lending service, bringing relief to millions of prepaid subscribers who rely on the platform for emergency airtime and data purchases. The service, which had been suspended since April 2026, is now available again to eligible customers, allowing them to borrow up to ₦1,295 by dialing *303#….
Nigerian actress and media personality Temi Otedola has openly embraced being called a “nepo baby,” saying she has no reason to deny the advantages that came with being born into a wealthy and influential family. Speaking on a recent episode of The How Far Podcast, which she co-hosts with her husband, Afrobeats star Mr Eazi,…
As heavy rains continue across Nigeria, health experts and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) have issued separate warnings urging residents to protect themselves from both health risks and the growing threat of flash flooding. Medical professionals have advised Nigerians against bathing with untreated rainwater, warning that it may contain pollutants, bacteria and fungi capable of…
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies, including Meta, Google’s parent company Alphabet, X, and several Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms over allegations of exploiting Nigerian media content without fair compensation. The directive followed a joint petition submitted to the Presidency by the…
Canadian rapper Drake has recorded one of the biggest gambling wins of his career after hitting a jackpot worth more than $30 million while playing the high-volatility OMG Counter slot game on Stake.com. The Grammy-winning artist, who has served as a global ambassador for Stake since 2022, shared the moment during a livestream as the…
Governments in India and Australia have intensified regulatory pressure on social media platforms, unveiling tougher measures aimed at protecting children online and holding technology companies accountable for harmful content. In India, the government has issued a stern notice to Meta after reports that paid advertisements promoting or facilitating access to child sexual abuse material appeared…
