Broadcaster Afolabi Peters Murphy, host of the radio show Obiri Laye, has commented on the recent passing of gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, cautioning fans about the potential consequences of ignoring prophetic warnings. Following Omije Ojumi’s death, several old prophecies allegedly related to her passing resurfaced online, sparking a mix of

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Controversial Nigerian singer Portable (Habeeb Okikiola) remains in custody following his arrest by the Ogun State Police over a New Year’s Day incident at his bar. He faces multiple charges, including assaulting his baby mama, attacking a police inspector, stealing a ₦12 million Mercedes-Benz, and resisting arrest. Portable was brought before the Federal High Court

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Anu Adeleke, the young girl whose mother has long claimed she is fathered by Afrobeat superstar Davido, has publicly appealed for a DNA test to confirm her paternity. The 11-year-old revealed that she has faced bullying and ridicule from fellow students whenever she mentions Davido as her father. The constant teasing has left her frustrated

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Northwest University, Kano (NWU) has approved a special admission for the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Aminu Sanusi, into its Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Common Law and Shariah programme, starting from the 2024/2025 academic session. The approval was communicated in an official letter dated January 12, 2026, issued by the Office of the Registrar through

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported that 215 deaths were recorded from Lassa fever in 2025, marking a rise in the case fatality rate (CFR) to 18.7%, up from 16.3% in 2024. According to the NCDC’s Lassa Fever Situation Report for Epidemiological Week 52 (Dec. 22–28, 2025), Nigeria recorded 1,148

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Management of YSJ Farms Limited has dismissed allegations that it defrauded participants involved in the Bring Back the Youths to Agriculture initiative in Ekiti State, describing the claims as misleading and untrue. The company’s General Manager, Rotimi Omole, made this clarification while addressing journalists on Thursday in Ado-Ekiti, stating that the allegations misrepresented the structure

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Business mogul and Chairman of Cubana Group, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, describing his leadership as God-fearing, people-centred, and development-driven. Obi Cubana made the remarks during a courtesy visit to the Government House, Asaba, where he was accompanied by Pastor Jerry Eze, Founder

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BBNaija star Victoria “Vee” Adeyele has spoken candidly about the growing pressure she faces to get married as she approaches her 30th birthday. Vee revealed that questions about her relationship status have become frequent, even from friends she has not spoken to in months. According to her, many of these conversations focus solely on marriage,

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Residents of Okunran community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State have reportedly fled their homes following a worsening security situation, leaving the once-busy town completely deserted. A video obtained by SaharaReporters and recorded by local media outlet Egbe Mekun on Thursday shows empty streets, abandoned houses, and no visible human activity, painting

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Vice President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday joined other top government officials in a symbolic release of pigeons during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony held in Abuja. The event took place at the Cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier, Eagle Square, where dignitaries gathered to honour Nigerian military personnel who paid

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