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  A  24-year-old girl, Jessica Anthony, has confessed that she, alongside her friend identified as Ada, contacted armed robbers to rob and steal her boyfriend’s gold. Jessica is cooling her heels in the custody of the Delta State Police Command with her friend in Asaba. She said if the armed robbers had succeeded in robbing and selling the gold, they would have given the money to her. “I  asked the bad guys to go there to collect his gold. They would have sold it and given the money to me,” Jessica said. She said she asked the armed robbers to rob her boyfriend’s house because she needed money to offset her sister’s bills. Jessica, a secondary school dropout, also said she will feel bad if it was her boyfriend that did same act to her. Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, who narrated the incident while parading the suspects, said Jessica and her boyfriend had been dating before they broke up and after a while, they came back together in December ...

  The United States  President, Donald Trump on Wednesday said he would not use force to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Washington’s ally Denmark, but insisted the United States must still have “ownership” of it. “We probably won’t get anything unless I decide to use excessive strength and force where we would be, frankly, unstoppable, but I won’t do that. Okay. Now everyone’s saying, Oh, good. That’s probably the biggest statement I made, because people thought I would use force,” he told world leaders at a summit in Davos. “I don’t have to use force. I don’t want to use force. I won’t use force.” The U.S. President Donald Trump descends on Davos for a showdown with European leaders on Wednesday as his bid to seize Greenland threatens to tear the transatlantic alliance apart. Tr ump — whose arrival in Davos was delayed when a “minor electrical issue” forced his presidential jet to turn back shortly after takeoff — mocked the Europeans a day before headi...

The Federal High Court in Abuja has reportedly upheld the removal of Julius Abure as the national chairman of the Labour Party (LP). The Court also ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to recognize the Senator Nenadi Usman-led National Caretaker Committee as the party’s lawful leadership. The development was disclosed by human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, in a post on X, where he said he was present at the Federal High Court when the judgment was delivered in a related case. Effiong stated that Justice Lifu delivering judgment on Wednesday, upheld the Nenadi Usman-led committee as the only valid and lawful leadership of the Labour Party (LP), reaffirming that Abure’s tenure had elapsed in line with an earlier Supreme Court judgment. The court consequently directed INEC to immediately recognize Nenadi Usman as the party’s leader. He wrote:  “I am currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja for a case. I listened to judgement delivered in an another c...

  Nigerian gospel singer and Pastor, Nathaniel Bassey has delivered a strong warning to married men who seek romantic relationships with young women outside their marriages. In a sermon delivered recently, the pastor cautioned that any man engaging in deceitful relationships with young women would face divine consequences. “If you try it this year, you won’t survive. Your shame will not be forgotten. It will be on social media,”  Bassey stated, emphasizing the spiritual accountability of such actions. He continued, highlighting scenarios where married men lure women to hotels under false pretences. “If you take a woman to a hotel, you lie, meanwhile you are married, you will not come out from that hotel,”  he warned. The pastor also addressed women, urging them to recognize when a man is married and to avoid greed or attention-seeking that could compromise their values. Bassey stressed that God’s grace should guide all interactions and that both men and women must take re...

Media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, widely known as Daddy Freeze, has weighed in on the comparisons between singer Wizkid and the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Daddy Freeze opined that Wizkid can’t be compared to Fela, stressing that the late Afrobeat legend’s influence surpasses music. He noted that Fela wasn’t just a musician but also a staunch activist and philanthropist. Speaking in a video broadcast, the media personality said Wizkid would have to protest to the government and fight for civil rights before he could earn the right to be compared to the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Daddy Freeze said,  “Until Wizkid is ready to stand up and stone government, he shouldn’t compare himself to Fela. Did you know that Fela was released from prison just to prevent him from dying there? “They released him to go and die at his home because they knew his death would spark an uproar if he died in the prison. That was 1995, I was a fresher in the university then. “Fela was n...

  Edo State Government has confirmed the arrest of the founder of Rollo Life of Christ Brethren Ministry, Bishop Gideon Osazee, over allegations of sexual abuse involving two biological sisters who are minors. It  was gathered that the two girls are aged 13 and 17. Authorities disclosed that, beyond the sisters, four other young females have also come forward with similar allegations against the cleric. Osazee was taken into custody by officials of the state government following days of surveillance aimed at effecting his arrest. Speaking on the development, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Eugene Abdullah, said additional children associated with the church had reported experiences of sexual harassment allegedly linked to the suspect. Also  commenting on the case, Faith Edebor of the Vivian Sexual Assault Referral Centre said preliminary findings from investigators corroborated key aspects of the victims’ accounts. Bishop Osazee, however, denied...

Nigerian global music star, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has finally reacted to remarks made by Grammy-nominated singer, Seun Kuti. Recall that Seun Kuti had reportedly criticized Wizkid and his fans during several recent livestreams, targeting the star on multiple occasions. Amid the backlash, Wizkid broke his silence, addressing Seun Kuti’s remarks on both Instagram and X. Responding on his Instagram story, he wrote:  “I big pass your papa!! Wetin you don do? I’m Big Wiz everyday.” On his X handle, he added: “Ok everybody better pass Wizkid! Can we all sleep now? Fela fight for freedom, this fool dey fight FC! Oloshi Omo ale!”

The leadership of the Assemblies of God Church has issued a directive barring its pastors from marrying women who are not members of the denomination. The directive was announced by the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Rev. Abel Amadi, during the 2026 Leaders’ Retreat held at Evangel Camp, Okpoto, in Ebonyi State. Addressing church leaders at the retreat, Rev. Amadi instructed district presbyteries to strictly enforce the policy, emphasizing that no pastor should be granted approval to marry outside the denomination. “No pastor should be allowed to marry outside the Assemblies of God. Presbytery, you must take note of this and ensure it is not allowed,”  he stated. He further advised pastors seeking marriage partners to search within the church across different locations rather than outside the denomination. “If you have gone to Rivers State and you didn’t find one, go to Umuahia. If you don’t find one in Umuahia, go to Enugu. If you don’t find one in Enugu, go to L...

The Senegalese government has revoked offshore exploration rights held by Atlas Oranto Petroleum, a privately owned upstream oil and gas firm founded by Nigerian energy entrepreneur Arthur Eze, reinforcing a tougher regulatory approach toward long-stalled licences. The g overnment revoked the Cayar Offshore Shallow exploration licence after determining that Atlas Oranto Petroleum, the holder, had failed to provide the required bank guarantees and carried out only minimal exploration work since the block was awarded in 2008, despite multiple extensions. The block, covering approximately 3,600 square kilometres north of the Dakar peninsula, is considered oil-prone but underexplored, with several leads identified through seismic surveys but no wells drilled to date. Under the supervision of Minister Birame Souleye Diop, the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum formally withdrew the licence in September 2025, citing the company’s repeated failure to meet financial and contractual obligations. ...

The popular Nigerian YouTuber and skit maker, Mark Angel's ex-wife, Mandy has made some damning allegations against her ex.  She joined the "put a finger down" challenge where netizens share their lived experiences. In her case, she did an exposé on her past relationship.  She alleged that when in the relationship, her man made her engage in threesome with stranger on their wedding night after telling her to lie to the woman that he's just a friend so she doesn't feel uncomfortable.  She further claimed that he once pulled out during sex and told her he wasn't feeling her body anymore since she gave birth, so she went under the knife "to fix what he was not comfortable with at the time."  She claims he constantly body shamed her for having stretch marks. She said he regularly told his friends that she's a bad cook.  She also claimed that he invited someone to their house, claiming they were just friends, and they went into the room opposite the m...

  Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has regained his freedom after spending a week in prison. The singer was released on Monday, January 19, 2026, after meeting his bail condition. Speaking in a now trending video on social media, Portable said  “they lied against me. I’m innocent.” It was gathered  that Portable was remanded in prison a week ago after he was accused of assault and theft by his baby mama, Ashabi Simple and her siblings. The drama started on New Year’s eve when a video capturing Ashabi and the singer in a heated exchange surfaced online, with Ashabi holding his clothes and saying “Pami baby” (Baby you have to kill me). Following the incident, Ashabi and her siblings arrested Portable for assault and stealing their car. He was, however, arraigned last week Monday on a nine-count criminal charge, including theft, causing harm, assault, and resisting arrest before the Federal High Court sitting in Ota, Ogun State. Th...

The trial of 46-year-old Adeniyi Kayode, driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the road accident that claimed the lives of two friends of heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, has been adjourned to February 25, 2026. Recall that Kayode was charged to Sagamu Magistrate Court, on the 2nd of January  with Magistrate Olufunmilayo Somefun presiding. He was charged on a four count charge  which includes dangerous driving Causing Death, contrary to Section 5(1) of the Federal Highway Act, Cap F: 135, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 (as applicable in Ogun State). “Reckless and Negligent Driving, contrary to Section 6(1) of the same Act. Driving Without Due Care and Attention, causing bodily harm and damage to property, contrary to Section 7(1) of the Act and driving without a valid national driver’s license, contrary to Section 10(1) of the Federal Highway Act. The case was adjourned after the prosecuting counsel, Richard Nigiwe, informed the court that they had four witne...

A Magistrate Court in Sagamu, Ogun State, has resumed proceedings in the case against Adeniyi Kayode, the driver of a Lexus SUV involved in the deadly road crash that killed two close associates of the former world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. Kayode, 46, was arraigned before the Sagamu Magistrate Court on January 2, with Magistrate Olufunmilayo Somefun presiding. He is facing a four-count charge bordering on dangerous driving causing death, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care and attention resulting in bodily harm and property damage, as well as driving without a valid national driver’s licence. The charges are said to be contrary to various provisions of the Federal Highway Act, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, as applicable in Ogun State. The court had earlier granted the defendant bail in the sum of ₦5 million with two sureties. The case stems from a tragic accident that occurred on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, w...

Saida,  the mother of the late Afrobeats singer, Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has revealed the circumstances surrounding her son’s death. The  singer, who rose to fame in 2019 with his Fuji cover of Davido’s hit song If, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after battling a long-term mysterious illness known as “Ogu oru,” which frequently caused seizures. Speaking in a video that trended on Monday, Saida explained that her son’s condition had been closely managed by the family, traditional healers, and clerics. She  said the illness had almost taken a severe toll on him, but they kept it hidden from the public due to his superstar status. “Destiny went to rest. When he gave birth to his child, about four days after the naming, we went to Oba Edu Ifayomi, who initiated him traditionally. The man likes him as his son, so that’s why he told us to come and collect a ram for the baby’s naming ceremony. It was then that the sickness caught up with him, ca...

Nigerian celebrity cryptocurrency entrepreneur, Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly known as Blord, has served a cease-and-desist notice on Nigerian influencer and social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, demanding that he stop using the name “Ratel.” Blord made the development known in a now trending post on his Instagram page after trademarking “Ratel” as his business brand name. Speaking in a public statement shared on his Instagram story, Blord stated that VeryDarkMan can only make use of the name after getting his approval. He wrote,  “I have directed my SAN to issue a cease and desist to VDM to stop using my brand name ‘Ratel’. He will have to get an approval from me henceforth before using that name Ratel.” The development has continued to spark mixed reactions on social media. This came amid the ongoing fight between the two celebrities on social media. Their fight began in October 2025 after VeryDarkMan, a popular social media critic, vi...

  Veteran Nollywood actress and evangelist, Eucharia Anunobi has threatened to take legal action against Psalm Okpe, founder of Fresh Oil Ministry International Church, over allegations that they were romantically involved for over five years. The dispute follows the circulation of a leaked audio recording in which Okpe and another cleric, identified as Martins, were heard making explicit remarks about alleged past sexual relationships with Anunobi and a church leader, Chikere Nwafor. The conversation also featured unverified allegations of homosexuality against another male pastor, further fuelling public outrage. Okpe, who previously ordained Anunobi into ministry, later released a public apology, admitting the recording was “disturbing” and stating that he was “very embarrassed by those vulgar words”. Reacting, Anunobi condemned the cleric, describing him as a “monumental global shame”. In a detailed Instagram post, the 60-year-old preacher rejected Okpe’s claims, saying the all...

Big Brother Naija Season 4 (Pepper Dem) winner, Chinenyenwa  Mercy Eke, has revealed the strategies she uses to stay in the public eye. Unlike some of her colleagues who left the spotlight at the end of the buzz, Mercy Eke, who first came to limelight after winning the Big Brother Naija Reality Show Season 4 in 2019, explained that she has remained relevant due to hard work. Eke further explained that she isn’t only hardworking but also has clarity on her goals. Speaking in a recent interview with Odira Ndubuaku, the reality star said,  “I am still relevant because I put in the work, I have never turned down any money. “Also, I mind my business a lot. I work hard. I wake up with purpose. Some people wake up, they don’t have things to do. But I always have a clear picture of what to do every day.”

  Justice  Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja, has struck out Meta and X as defendants in the amended Cyberbullying charges brought against Human Rights activist, Omoyele Sowore for calling President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a ‘criminal’. The  Judge on Monday struck out names of the two foreign defendants when Sowore was re-arraigned on Monday and following the request of counsel to the Department of the State Service (DSS) lawyer, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN) withdrawing them from the new charge. In a short ruling, Justice Umar removed X Corp., the owner of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, as co-defendants in the new case. In  the amended charge filed on December 5, 2025 Sowore, a two time former Presidential candidate was re-arraigned by DSS on two count charges bothering on defamation of Tinubu as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The new charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja i...

Big Brother Naija Season 7 (Level Up) winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna  has denied saying she hasn’t received her ₦100 million grand prize for winning the Big Brother Naija Reality Show in 2022. It was earlier gathered that Phyna called out the organisers in 2023, claiming that she was yet to receive all the prizes she won on the show. After series of statements from both Phyna’s team and Big Brother Naija organisers, the matter left the public space, making fans to believe it has been resolved. Ho wever, recently a video, where Phyna allegedly said she was yet to receive her prize money, started trending again. Addressing the viral video, during recent livestream on Twitch, Phyna stated that the video was cut with a malicious intent, stressing that she only stated in the full video that those mocking her for turning to a streamer despite winning ₦100 million years ago, never supported her when she was fighting for the prize money to be released to her. “Th...

  Fuji-Pop artiste, Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has reportedly passed away at the age of 22. The news of his death went viral on Sunday, January 18, 2026, after a video of his lifeless body surfaced on social media. As of the time of filing this report, no official statement from his family or management has confirmed the singer’s death, but an unconfirmed report suggests that the deceased’s body is being transported to Abeokuta in Ogun State for his internment. Destiny Boy rose to fame in 2019 after his Fuji cover of “If” Davido’s hit song went viral. The singer also announced the birth of his first child on his Instagram page in November 2024. Fans of the singer have continued to mourn as the news of his demise broke on the internet. Bolisco, a colleague of Destiny Boy and an associate of the controversial musician, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, also said the singer had been ill before his passing. According to Bolisco, the singer experienced s...

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested a long-wanted drug kingpin, Lekan Jimoh, also known as “Kanmo-Kanmo,” 12 years after his alleged involvement in the killing of three NDLEA officers. Jimoh was arrested on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Owode town, Ogun State, following intelligence-led operations by tactical teams of the agency. A search of his hideout led to the recovery of 69 kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis. A statement released on Sunday by the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, said the suspect has been on the NDLEA wanted list since June 15, 2014, when he allegedly mobilised armed thugs to attack NDLEA officers who attempted to arrest him at his enclave. He  said, “Following his involvement in the brutal killing of three NDLEA officers, Kanmo-Kanmo, who is notorious for drug trafficking, evading arrest and mobilising armed thugs against security agents, was on Friday, 16th January, 2026 tracked to his hideout in Owode town,...

The Lagos State Police Command has clarified the reasons behind the temporary suspension of its investigation into multiple rape and related allegations against Pastor Chris Okafor, Founder and General Overseer of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministries, widely known as the Grace Nation International or Liberation City. Earlier, the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, had ordered an investigation and directed Mr. Okafor to report to the State Criminal Investigation Department at Panti. He later disclosed that the case had been transferred to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Sylvester Alabi, for further action. Providing an update, the command’s spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi, said the probe was halted after the complainants invited by police failed to appear. She also said the command could not run a parallel inquiry while the Zone 2 Command was handling the case under the supervision of Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. “There...