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Nigerian Singer, Portable Arraigned In Court, Sent To Prison Over Alleged Assault, Car Theft

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Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, was arraigned on Monday at the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, facing a nine-count criminal charge. According to Ogun State Police spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, the charges include assault, theft, causing harm and resisting arrest. The arraignment follows a viral video on Sunday showing the singer in police custody, reportedly over a complaint filed by his estranged partner, Ashabi Simple. The prosecution alleges that Portable assaulted Ashabi, along with several police officers and other individuals, at his bar in Iyana Ilogbo on New Year’s Day. Other alleged victims named in the case are Ileyemi Damilola, Akinyanju Oluwabusayomi, Olowu Olumide, Demilade Ogunniyi, and Ebuka Odah. Portable is also accused of stealing a Mercedes-Benz E300, valued at ₦12 million, belonging to Ileyemi and purchased from Wally Dex Auto. It was gathered that two siblings of Ashabi Simple testified as witnesses to the alleg...

10 Nigerian Nationals, 24 Others Arrested As Spanish Police And Europol Crackdown On Black Axe Criminal Organisation

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Europol has announced the arrest of 34 suspects in Spain, including 10 Nigerian nationals, connected to the Black Axe criminal network, following a joint operation by Spanish police, Bavarian authorities, and the EU law enforcement agency. According to a press release issued by Europol on Friday, January 9, 2026, the action resulted in 34 arrests and significant disruptions to the group's activities.  All but six of the arrests were carried out in Seville, with three in the Spanish capital Madrid, two in Malaga and one in Barcelona.  “The Spanish National Police (Policia Nacional), in close cooperation with the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office (Bayerisches Landeskriminalamt) and with the support of Eurol, has conducted an operation against the international criminal organisation ‘Black Axe'",  the statement read.  “Black Axe is a highly structured, hierarchical group with its origins in Nigeria and a global presence in dozens of countries. The core group of arre...

“All My Girlfriends Know Each Other” – Nigerian Singer, Harrysong Says, Reveals He's Dating Multiple Women

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Nigerian singer, Harrison Tare Okiri, popularly known as Harrysong has revealed that he is now in a relationship with multiple women following his split from his wife, Alexer Peres. Speaking in a recent interview with Yanga FM Lagos, the father of two stated that every one of his current girlfriends are acquainted with all the others. The Reggae Blues crooner insisted that there was nothing wrong with polygamous relationship, stressing that American singer, Shaffer Chimere Smith, popularly known as Ne-Yo has three wives. “I am currently in a polygamous relationship. Every one of my current girlfriends are acquainted with all the others. They are all doing well. And we are happy. “Everybody is being treated right and respectfully. Everyone joined willingly. No one was forced. Ne-Yo has three wives. Just do whatever makes you happy. So don’t force your opinion on anyone,”  he said. The singer added that some of his girlfriends are foreigners, including an American. Recall that Harry...

Senator Ned Nwoko Reportedly Arrests Regina Daniels’ Best Friend Ann Over Alleged Theft

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Nigerian billionaire and politician, Senator Ned Nwoko, has reportedly ordered the arrest of Ann, the best friend of his estranged wife and Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels. Ann was arrested in Lagos State on Monday by police officers from the Ajah Division. Sharing a video of her arrest, Regina’s elder brother, Sammy, revealed in an Instagram post that the police arrived with a court order to detain Ann for alleged conspiracy, assault, and theft. While stating that Ann has never visited the senator’s house, Sammy questioned the integrity of the Nigerian judiciary and the police, saying,  “Nigeria has failed us.” “There was no time Ann was ever at Ned’s house. So how is there a court order to detain her for conspiracy, theft, and all? Omo. Nigeria has failed us.” The arrest of Regina Daniels’ relatives and associates began two months ago after the actress called out the senator over alleged abuse and domestic violence.

Real Madrid Sack Xabi Alonso

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  Xabi Alonso has been sacked by Real Madrid as their manager. The LaLiga giants have taken the decision less than 24 hours after they lost 3-2 to Barcelona in the SuperCopa final. After the game, Alonso came out to say it was “the least important” competition they would play in. “Real Madrid CF announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his time as first team coach,”  the statement from the club read. “Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madrid fans because he is a Real Madrid legend and has always represented the values ​​of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home. “Our club thanks Xabi Alonso and his entire technical team for their work and dedication during this time, and wishes them the best of luck in this new stage of their lives.” The former Spain midfielder had been under pressure for a while, as the team continues to struggle in LaLiga and the Champions League. Madrid’s...

AFCON 2025: Algeria Heads To FIFA And CAF Submits Complaint After 2-0 Defeat To Super Eagles

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  Fédération Algérienne de Football  (FAF) has formally lodged a complaint with both Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and Confederation of African Football (CAF) following their 2–0 loss to Nigeria in the quarter-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). FAF had challenged some of the referee’s calls in the game last Saturday. In the letter, they claimed that several officiating decisions in the match “raised serious questions” and caused widespread dissatisfaction among players, officials, and fans. The federation described the calls as undermining the credibility of African refereeing and tarnishing the image of African football on the international stage. The complaint included a formal request for an investigation to clarify the disputed decisions and to ensure corrective action in line with CAF and FIFA regulations. After the game in Marrakech, Algerian and Nigerian players clashed on the field. Fans of the Desert Foxes also vandalized so...

Two Rivers State Lawmakers Make U-Turn On Governor Fubara’s Impeachment Plot

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The  Minority Leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Sylvanus Nwankwo, who represents the Omuma State Constituency, alongside his colleague Peter Abbey, representing Degema Constituency, have withdrawn from the ongoing plot to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. At a press conference in Port Harcourt on Monday, January 12, 2026, the duo urged the State Assembly to reconsider its step. According to them, the decision followed an appeal from “our elders and leaders”, who begged for leniency. They said, “Rivers State issued a notice of impeachment on Governor Fubara and his Deputy. We appeal to our fellow colleagues to temper justice with mercy and see how we can solve this matter without the impeachment proceedings. “Having listened to so many calls from our elders and leaders, both within and outside the state, we are begging our colleagues to reconsider our steps and see how this matter can be resolved amicably even though the governor and his deput...