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Gunshots rang out late Saturday at the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., triggering panic and a swift security response as a suspect was taken into custody. The incident occurred at the Washington Hilton, where hundreds of journalists, government officials and celebrities had gathered for the high-profile event. President Donald Trump was in attendance for the first time as president, alongside First Lady Melania Trump and Vice-President JD Vance. According to authorities, a suspected gunman attempted to force his way through security checkpoints and metal detectors in the hotel foyer at approximately 00:45 GMT. Witnesses reported hearing multiple loud bangs, prompting United States Secret Service agents to immediately evacuate the president and other top officials from the venue. An officer was shot at close range during the confrontation, but survived after his bulletproof vest absorbed the impact. The injured officer is reported to be in stable condition...

The Gambian-born of Dutch and Nigerian descent actress and producer, Rosaline Ufuoma Meurer, popularly known as Rosy Meurer has broken her silence following rumours of marital problems with her husband, Olakunle Churchill, the ex-husband of Tonto Dikeh. Meurer, who has been keeping things low-key after Churchill’s reconciliation with Tonto Dikeh, posted a video on Instagram reintroducing herself without her husband’s name or a wedding ring. Apologising to fans for not keeping them in the know and for her absence. “Hi, I am Rosy Meurer. They say time away can make or break you; for me, it built me. I know I disappeared, and I am sorry. I’m truly sorry for the silence and absence, but in all of this, I didn’t stop becoming.” She said, adding that now that she was back, she was ready to give them everything she had and play every character. “Growth happened off-camera, and the vision became clearer with time. This journey has been about refining the craft, elevating the standard, and buil...

  Big Brother Naija Season 7 (Level Up) winner, Josephine Ijeoma Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has revealed that she has no desire to have biological children, choosing instead to be a “pet mum.” In a video shared on Saturday, the media personality explained that her decision is based on her personal experiences and current views on relationships. Despite confirming that she is “very fertile,” Phyna stated that her interest lies in raising cats and dogs rather than starting a traditional family. “I just wanna be a cat and dog mum,” she said, adding that many women begin to prefer the companionship of animals as they approach their 30s. According to her, constant heartbreaks and failed relationships can change how women see love and commitment. She believes that at this stage in her life, animals offer the peace and comfort she seeks. “Maybe you’ve been in too many broken relationships, you’ve gone through too many heartbreaks. Women tend to start developing a likeness for pets ...

  The Nigerian Army said troops from the 82 Division have dismantled a notorious camp associated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Imo State. In a  statement shared on its official X handle, the Army said the troops acted on credible intelligence to carry out the operations on 24 April 2026 along the Ubaha Orsu axis of Orsu Local Government Area, Imo State. The operation was part of a strategic clearance and search mission aimed at dismantling the IPOB/ESN hideout in the region and locating the remains of two Nigerian Army personnel, Master Warrant Officer Linus Musa Audu and Private Gloria Mathew, who were brutally abducted and murdered by terrorists in May 2022 while on their way to their traditional wedding. Upon  receiving credible intelligence, the army reported that its troops advanced towards a suspected IPOB/ESN hideout, where they encountered heavy fire from armed criminals. The statement said the tro...

Nigerian content creator and  influencer, Amarachi Amusi, popularly known as Ashmusy, has stirred reactions online after announcing that she has successfully frozen her eggs to protect her future fertility. In a detailed video shared on Friday, the 30-year-old creator showed her followers the medical stages of the procedure. Ashmusy explained that her decision was born of a desire to become a mother without being forced into a wrong marriage by societal pressure to marry as she aged. Describing the move as one of her best life choices, she clarified that the process only preserves her eggs from a specific cycle and does not stop her from conceiving naturally in the meantime. She noted that her goal was to educate other women facing similar pressures. However, the announcement drew a sharp reaction from Nollywood actress, Sarah Martins. While Sarah commended the move to preserve fertility, she issued a strong warning to women, reminding them that egg freezing is not a shield against...

  The Anambra State High Court sitting in Awka has adjourned the trial of a Nnewi-based native doctor, Ikechukwu Ezenagu, popularly known as Mmuo Mmili Afulu Anya, following concerns over his health condition. Ezenagu’s arraignment, which was scheduled to take place on Friday, could not proceed after the defendant appeared visibly frail and was assisted into the courtroom by security operatives, raising questions about his fitness to stand trial. Presiding judge, Justice Jude Obiora, ruled that the defendant was unfit to take his plea due to ill-health and subsequently adjourned the matter to June 3 to allow him seek medical attention. “The matter is hereby adjourned to June 3 for continuation,” the judge stated after hearing from both the prosecution and defence. Proceedings were briefly stalled by a disagreement between the prosecution team, led by the Anambra State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, and defence counsel, Kingsley Awuka, over the defe...