Toyin Abraham, Abike Shugaa Fallout Explained
By Our Correspondent National News – A once-celebrated mentorship between Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham and her former protégé Abike Shugaa has publicly collapsed, with both parties offering conflicting accounts of what led to their fallout. The dispute, which resurfaced on April 18, 2026, gained traction after Abike shared a detailed YouTube video recounting her experience, […]
Lookman Targets Copa del Rey Glory
By Our Correspondent National News – Ademola Lookman is on the brink of making history as Atlético Madrid face Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey Final on April 18, 2026, at Seville’s Estadio de la Cartuja. The Nigerian forward is aiming to secure his first major domestic title in Spain, becoming only the second […]
TikToker, Bread Firm Clash Over ‘Everlasting’ Loaf
By Our Correspondent National News – A legal dispute has erupted between a TikTok content creator and bread manufacturer Bon Bread over a viral video alleging that a loaf of bread remained fresh for two months. The controversy, which surfaced on April 18, 2026, has sparked widespread debate across Nigeria about food safety, defamation, and […]
JAMB Releases 2026 UTME Results Batch
By Our Correspondent National News – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on Thursday, April 16, 2026. According to the board, a total of 632,788 results are now available. The announcement was made on Friday through a statement […]
Lagos Frees Policemen Involved in Six Traders’ Death Case
By Our Correspondent National News – The Lagos State Ministry of Justice has freed four police officers and a developer accused of killing six traders in Owode Onirin, Kosofe area of Lagos, after legal advice ruled they acted in self-defence. The decision, issued by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), followed a review of evidence […]
Families in Agony as Kidnappers go Silent
By Our Correspondent National News – At least 1,000 Nigerians abducted between January and April 2026 remain in captivity across Kwara, Borno, Niger, Kaduna, and Zamfara states, leaving families in deep distress as kidnappers increasingly refuse to make contact. The victims—mostly women and children—were taken during coordinated attacks in rural communities, with many held in […]
Don Jazzy Explains Wizkid Release Power
National News – Don Jazzy has stirred conversations in the Nigerian music space after highlighting the strong influence of Wizkid on release schedules. Speaking during a recent discussion, Don Jazzy explained that while no single artist owns the music industry, practical realities often force others to adjust when a major star like Wizkid announces a […]
Africa’s Vast Mineral Wealth Revealed
Did You Know? Africa stands out as one of the world’s richest regions in natural resources, holding about 30% of the planet’s remaining mineral reserves. The continent is particularly dominant in precious metals, accounting for nearly 40% of global gold deposits and an impressive 90% of platinum reserves. This immense concentration of resources continues to […]
IPCR Boss Urges National Peace Policy Adoption
By Our Correspondent National News – The Director-General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Joseph Ochogwu, has called for the urgent adoption of Nigeria’s National Peace Policy to tackle rising insecurity. Speaking on Friday in Abuja during a high-level expert dialogue, he stressed that peace is not optional but essential for national stability. […]
NSCDC Rescues Teen From Libya Trafficking Plot
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rescued a 15-year-old girl from an alleged human trafficking attempt to Libya. The incident occurred in Abuja, where officials intercepted a 46-year-old suspect accused of detaining the minor for two weeks. Authorities acted following a missing person report filed by […]