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  The family of the late singer Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah Music, has announced her funeral arrangements following her tragic death from a snakebite at her Abuja residence on January 31, 2026. Recall that Nanyah was rushed to the hospital after the incident, but sadly did not survive. Her sudden passing has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, friends, and colleagues in Nigeria’s music community. Her brother, Kingsley Nwangene, confirmed the funeral plans via his Instagram handle @official_kaybaba1, where he posted her obituary alongside a heartfelt tribute,  “Till I see you again.” According to the family’s statement, a service of songs will be held on February 10 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Abule Oshun, Dansa, Lagos, starting at 4 p.m., followed by a requiem mass at 6 p.m. at the same venue. “Ifunanya will be laid to rest in her hometown in Enugu State on February 14, 2026, while a thanksgiving service to celebrate her life and legacy...

  A group wearing IPOB clothing and displaying IPOB flags has announced the cancellation of the long-standing Monday sit-at-home directive across the South-East. The group made the announcement in a video that went viral on Sunday, stating that all markets, schools, businesses and workplaces are to resume normal activities from Monday, February 9, 2026, without fear or intimidation. According to the group, the decision followed what it described as a direct instruction from Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, ordering the suspension of the weekly sit-at-home action. The group appealed to residents of the region to return fully to their daily routines, assuring them that it was now safe to do so. “This decision is meant to restore normal economic, educational and social life in the region,” the speaker said in the video, urging traders to open their shops, students to return to school and workers to report to their places of duty without fear. However, the group also issued a warning to the Anam...

  Many Nigerians have taken to various platforms to express their views on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s frequent foreign trips. The President spent 23 days abroad in January 2026 alone, having departed Nigeria for Europe on December 28, 2025. Recall that the President spent nine days in France for End-of-year break and holiday. He proceeded to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, UAE, where he spent seven days for the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Week 2026. He then jetted to Turkey on a state visit where he spent another six days before returning to Nigeria. Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi is among those who have criticized Tinubu over his incessant foreign trips amid insecurity in Nigeria. Obi, who said the President had already spent 23 days on foreign trips just in the month of January, stressed that the first month of the year serves as a critical measure of the challenges that lie ahead, decrying that the situation in the country continues to worsen. A cross-...

  Veteran Nigerian singer, Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has reflected on personal and professional decisions he says he now regrets. The music star made the revelation during an appearance on the Mic On podcast, where he spoke honestly about lessons learned from difficult moments in his life and career. According to the father of six, there are several situations he wishes he had approached differently, especially those shaped by emotional pressure and stress. While speaking on the podcast, 2Baba also revisited a controversial incident in London involving a disagreement with his wife, Natasha Osawaru, which led to his arrest in October 2025. The singer took responsibility for the episode, admitting that his reaction at the time was fueled by anger. “I  was angry that day. It was an unfortunate incident,” the singer said. He explained that managing personal challenges alongside public life has not always been easy, adding that some experiences have pushed him...

Nigerian businessman and socialite, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has been appointed the Imo State Director of the City Boy Movement (CBM), a youth-focused group supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. The appointment was announced on the movement’s Instagram page. According to CBM, Chief Priest “brings experience, influence, and a people-centred approach to mobilising support” for Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. The post read,  “City Boy Movement appoints Pascal C. Okechukwu (Cubana Chief Priest), who stands as a symbol of dedication, strategic leadership, and unwavering commitment to the growth of the City Boy Movement. “In his new role, Chief Priest is expected to drive grassroots mobilisation, strengthen party structures, and further the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda. “ With a clear vision for progress and unity, Imo State remains firmly positioned for inclusive development, effective leadership, and sustained po...

  A tragic incident has left many in mourning after a pharmacist lost his life while attempting to save his cousin through a kidney donation. According to reports, the pharmacist, identified as Kenneth, had volunteered to donate one of his kidneys to his cousin, who had been battling kidney disease. Moved by compassion and a strong sense of family, Kenneth reportedly stepped forward in hopes that the transplant would give his cousin a new lease on life. However, the surgical procedure took a devastating turn. Sources say the operation did not go as planned, and Kenneth sadly passed away as a result of complications arising from the process. The incident has since sparked widespread grief and shock among family members, friends, colleagues, and members of the public. Following the news of his death, friends and professional colleagues took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their sorrow, pay tribute to his selflessness, and celebrate his life and dedication both as a healthcare prof...