Mr. Igwe Akuma Akwu, former President-General of the National Association of Ohafia Students (NAOS), was shot dead by unknown gunmen on January 2, 2026 in Ohafia, Abia State. The attack sparked anger and destruction in his community. Social media posts by Akwu three days before his death revealed he had warned authorities that his life

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Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has responded to claims made by her estranged husband, MC Fish, regarding their relationship. MC Fish recently posted on his Instagram story, alleging that Anita had made the first move in their relationship and responding to rumors that she was supporting him financially. In her response, Anita posted on Instagram under

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Controversial Nigerian singer Portable reportedly escaped police arrest after allegedly assaulting his fourth baby mama, actress Ashabi Simple, during an incident at his bar in Ogun State on January 1, 2026. In a viral video circulating online, Ashabi held onto Portable’s clothing and insisted he acknowledge her as his wife, saying, “Oya Pami baby, I’m

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Social media influencer and philanthropist Mukoro Ereremena Michelle, popularly known as King Mitchy, has caused a stir online after revealing the scale of financial support she receives for her charity work in Lagos. During a live session with Nigerian streamer Carter Efe, King Mitchy highlighted a donation exceeding ₦100 million from Seyi Tinubu, son of

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Nollywood actress Bimbo Thomas has recounted a terrifying experience that nearly claimed her life during the filming of Omo Ghetto: The Saga (Part Two) in Ebute Metta, Lagos. The actress revealed that armed robbers attacked the hotel housing cast and crew members, an incident she described as deeply traumatic. Speaking in an interview with media

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Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, President of the All Youths Reoriented Initiative of Nigeria (AYRIN), has called on the Federal Government to clearly outline the benefits Nigerians will gain from newly introduced tax measures. He warned that continued taxation without visible economic relief risks worsening the financial burden on citizens. In a statement on Monday, Ajadi

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At least nine Nigerian soldiers have been confirmed dead following an explosion caused by improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Boko Haram near Gubio in Borno State. Several other soldiers sustained injuries in the attack, according to a military source who spoke exclusively with SaharaReporters. The soldiers were traveling from Maiduguri when they stopped at

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Benibo Anabraba, the Secretary to the Rivers State Government, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a resignation letter dated January 5, 2026, addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 1 in Akuku-Toru Local Government Area, Anabraba described the decision as personal while expressing gratitude for the political exposure and opportunities he

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Judicial operations across Ondo State have come to a complete standstill as magistrates, presidents of Grade ‘A’ customary courts, and legal research officers commenced an indefinite strike over unresolved issues of judicial autonomy and welfare. The strike was declared by the Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Court, and Legal Research Officers in

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Supporters of Engineer Kayode Ojo, a 2026 governorship aspirant on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform in Ekiti State, have accused the state government of “persistent intimidation, arrest, harassment, and unlawful detention” of party members backing Ojo. The campaign organisation, through spokesperson Femi Awojobi, described these actions as “a blemish on democracy, the rule of

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