VIDEO: Portable Demands More Money From Tinubu, Seyi After APC Rally Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and his son, Seyi Tinubu, to pay him more money for his efforts at the All Progressives Congress (APC) rally held on Tuesday. The Tinubu/Shettima rally took place at Onikan Stadium, Lagos, and attracted several politicians and celebrities who joined in campaigning and entertaining supporters. Videos from the event showed Portable running around the stadium, entertaining the crowd and participating in the campaign activities. In one of the viral clips, the singer was seen…
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VIDEO: NAF, Navy and NSIB Divers Intensify Search for Aircraft Wreckage in Ondo The Nigerian Air Force recovery team, alongside specialist divers from the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), has intensified search and recovery operations at the site of the Nigerian Air Force ATR 42-500 aircraft accident in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The multi-agency team continues to work around the clock to locate and recover aircraft wreckage and other relevant materials that could assist the ongoing investigation. The operation involves hydrographic surveys, satellite-based search-and-rescue imagery, mud excavation and the pumping out of excess water to improve access…
VIDEO: “How Dare You Touch Me and Run Away?” — Lady Confronts Man Accused of S3xual Harassment A young woman has confronted a man who allegedly touched her buttocks without her consent while she was on her way to her hostel. According to reports circulating online, the man allegedly grabbed the woman’s buttocks before attempting to flee the scene. However, the woman reportedly raised an alarm, which led to the man’s apprehension. In a video making the rounds on social media, the visibly angry woman was seen confronting the man over his alleged actions, demanding to know why he would…
His Maπhood Is Too Small To Satisfy Me – Lady Seeks Divorce From Husband, Questions Child’s Paternity A Ghanaian woman identified as Agyeiwaa has expressed her desire to divorce her husband, Barnes, citing s3xual dissatisfaction, alleged infidelity and a dispute over the paternity of their child. The couple appeared on Ahenfie TV’s Ahenfie Nkomo programme to discuss their marital problems, with Barnes questioning whether he was the biological father of the child and refusing to accept responsibility amid the uncertainty. However, Agyeiwaa maintained that the paternity dispute was not the only reason she wanted to end the marriage. She accused…
Tinubu Flags Off N1.83trn Lambata-Bida-Kontagora Road Project in Niger President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commenced the reconstruction and dualisation of the 401-kilometre Lambata–Bida–Mokwa–Makera–Kontagora Road in Niger State, in a move aimed at improving transportation, boosting agricultural activities and stimulating economic growth. The project was officially flagged off on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Bida by Niger State Governor, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago, on behalf of the President. Speaking at the event, Bago described the project as a significant milestone in the development of Niger State, expressing appreciation to Tinubu for his commitment to infrastructure development across the country. He said…
Oyedele Urges African Nations to Learn from Nigeria’s Economic Reforms The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has urged African countries to draw lessons from Nigeria’s economic reforms to achieve sustainable growth, improve living standards and strengthen regional trade. Oyedele made the call while speaking at the Africa’s Golden Future Forum in Bangkok, Thailand, on Wednesday. He said successful economic reforms required careful policy sequencing, consistent communication and strong public trust, adding that the implementation of policies could determine their effects on households and businesses. The minister listed fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange liberalisation and…
Troops Raid Suspected Arms Cache in Anambra, Arrest Bar Owner, Recover Five Guns Troops of the Joint Task Force, South East, Operation UDO KA, have recovered five firearms during a raid on a suspected arms cache in Azia Community, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The operation followed the arrest of suspected arms dealers who reportedly revealed during interrogation that the weapons were kept by the owner of Prince Bar in the community. Acting on the information, the troops raided the location and arrested the bar owner, identified as 31-year-old Ikenna Oklie, popularly known as “Big Star”. A preliminary…
“If you attempt to commit sui¢ide, you better succeed, or we will send you to jail” – Says Akpabio Senate President Godswill Akpabio has opposed a proposed bill seeking to decriminalise attempted suicide in Nigeria, insisting that individuals who survive suicide attempts should face imprisonment rather than rehabilitation. Akpabio made his position known on Tuesday during debate on a bill sponsored by Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, representing Cross River South, which passed its second reading in the Senate. The bill seeks to replace criminal punishment for attempted suicide with medical assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and other support services for survivors. Speaking during…
Troops Arrest Four Suspected Arms Fabricators, Gunrunners in Plateau, Recover Weapons Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP) have arrested four suspected illegal arms fabricators and gunrunners during intelligence-led operations in Mangu and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State. The operations, conducted between October 7 and 11, 2026, followed credible intelligence received on October 4, leading to the arrest of the suspects and the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other items linked to their alleged activities. The suspects were identified as Ayuba Sunday Abot, allegedly involved in illegal arms fabrication in Heipang, Barkin Ladi LGA, and three suspected gunrunners,…
EFCC: Court Fines Fake Lawyer ₦270,000 For Impersonation, Forged NBA Seal A Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and fined a 55-year-old man, John Nwawuto Anoruo, for impersonating a legal practitioner and using a forged Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) seal. Justice A.M. Lawal sentenced Anoruo to a total fine of ₦270,000 on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, after he pleaded guilty to two charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The court imposed a fine of ₦120,000 on the first count and ₦150,000 on the second count. Anoruo, who operates a legal and…