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Otedola Deepens First HoldCo Grip, Stake Now at 26.1% After N18.1 Billion Share Buy
Femi Otedola isn't slowing down. Nigeria's billionaire investor has once again added to his position in First HoldCo Plc, buying up another 138.04 million shares in a deal worth roughly…
Was there an abduction attempt against 2Baba at Faze’s event? What His Management has alleged about Natasha Osawaru
Friday night, August 7, 2026, was supposed to be another celebratory night for Abuja's entertainment…
Beyond the Rift: From ‘Senorita’ to ‘Danger’: 12 Songs That Cemented P-Square’s Stardom
For more than a decade, Peter and Paul Okoye were better known for making music…
P-Square Feud: Where Do VDM, Cynthia Morgan, and Don Jazzy’s Dad Stand?
For years, P-Square represented more than music. The name carried memories of sold out concerts,…
From answered prayer to first birthday: Inside Toke Makinwa’s journey to motherhood
When Toke Makinwa shared photos of her daughter, Yakira Eliana, on August 7, 2026, it…
Enugu Private School Proprietors Snub Govt Directives, Hold Secret Party
Few days to the end of 2025/2026 academic year for both primary…
EXPLAINER: How Nigerians can qualify to join the US Army
Nigerians interested in serving in the United States military must satisfy a range of legal, educational, medical and physical requirements,…
Ethnoreligious killings: Group accuses Amnesty Int. of double standards in violence promotion across Nigeria
The Centre for African Liberation And Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has accused Amnesty International of double standards, taking sides with a…
Jorge Messi Dead at 68: Inside the Life of Lionel Messi’s Father, Agent and First Believer
Jorge Horacio Messi, the father, first coach and longtime agent of Lionel Messi, died on Saturday at Sanatorio Centro in…
Ronald Araujo to Liverpool: Loan Deal, Buy-Option Clause and Medical Details Confirmed
Liverpool have pulled off one of the more unexpected moves of the summer transfer window, agreeing a season-long loan for…
WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Finals: Super Falcons vs Cameroon Headlines Blockbuster Weekend — Full Fixtures, Dates, Kick-Off Times and Venues
The group stage drama at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations is over, and Morocco now moves into its…
Vini Jr Arsenal Transfer Pursuit Ends as Real Madrid Star Signs New Deal Until 2032
Arsenal's chase for Vinicius Junior is over before it ever really got going. Real Madrid confirmed on Thursday that the…
What Is a Private Pension? Meaning, Types, Benefits and How It Works
Ask ten people what a "private pension" means and you'll probably get ten different answers. Some think it's just another name for a workplace retirement plan. Others assume it only…
Otedola Deepens First HoldCo Grip, Stake Now at 26.1% After N18.1 Billion Share Buy
Femi Otedola isn't slowing down. Nigeria's billionaire investor has once again added to his position in First HoldCo Plc, buying up another 138.04 million shares in a deal worth roughly…
SPOTLIGHT: Meet Obii Okafor, first African woman to win UK telecoms award
Nigerian-born technology executive, Obiageli Obii Okafor, has made history after becoming the first African woman to receive the Women in Telecoms Champion Award at the Comms Council UK Awards 2026…
How to Apply for NACCIMA Funding: $150m Facility, Requirements and Who Qualifies
Nigerian businesses looking to scale beyond their current capacity now have a fresh route to long-term capital. The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has…
New report on Nollywood’s Stanley Amandi: Tinubu Coup plot, South East Mobilisation Plan, ₦100,000 Payment, ₦50m budget explained
Nigeria's alleged 2025 coup investigation has entered another revealing phase, with a new report bringing the name of a Nollywood actor into the centre of a story that had previously…
What really happened to Real Warri Pikin? 8 years of bullying, cancelled show & a battle over identity
For Anita Alaire Afoke Asuoha aka Real Warri Pikin, comedy has often been a way to connect with people, tell her story and make sense of difficult experiences. But on…
August 9 in Nigerian History: Biafran Forces Cross River Niger, Seize Mid-Western Towns
On August 9, 1967, no fewer than 3,000 Biafran soldiers crossed the River Niger at Asaba and pushed into the Mid-Western Region, marking the first major Biafran incursion outside the…
Is Nigeria at risk of a major Earthquake? Abuja’s 2026 Warning Signs, Expert Findings and the Safety Questions shead
The ground beneath Abuja has once again forced Nigerians to look beyond the surface of everyday life. For many residents, the sudden feeling of movement beneath their feet brought back…
Lionel Messi loses father, Jorge
Jorge Messi, father of Argentina captain and Barcelona legend Lionel Messi, has passed away. Jorge reportedly passed away in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina, on Friday night at around 10…
Federal Government ₦50,000 Grant: Documents needed, Application steps, Eligibility conditions and Common mistakes
Money meant for small businesses often attracts thousands of questions before it reaches the people who need it most. Across Nigeria, many traders, artisans, food sellers, service providers, as well…
August 8 in Nigerian History: Boko Haram kills teacher, senior prison official, and five others in Plateau, Borno
On August 8, 2011, gunmen suspected to be members of Boko Haram attacked Bisichi village in Plateau State, killing five people and injuring four others. It was learnt that the…
King Ochacho: 10 things to know about the billionaire who keeps making headlines with Peller
When billionaire businessman King Ochacho surprised TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis with a ₦400 million mansion as a wedding gift on August 1, 2026, many Nigerians asked the same question:…
August 7 in Nigerian History: Babangida Bans ASUU Amid Autonomy Crisis
On August 7, 1988, the Ibrahim Babangida-led military government formally proscribed the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, declaring it "an unlawful association." In a nationwide broadcast on the Nigerian…
12 things to know about late Temitope Osoba, the actress who returned to Nollywood after battling breast cancer
The death of Nollywood actress Temitope Kofoworola Osoba has left many fans and colleagues heartbroken. She died at the age of 40, barely a year after making an emotional return…
DON'T MISS THE BUZZ
August 9 in Nigerian History: Biafran Forces Cross River Niger, Seize Mid-Western Towns
On August 9, 1967, no fewer than 3,000 Biafran soldiers crossed the River Niger at…
Louisiana Vibrio Vulnificus Outbreak 2026: Flesh-Eating Bacteria Kills 5, Officials Warn Over Seawater Wound Risk
Nine people. Five deaths. And it's only August. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) says…
Was there an abduction attempt against 2Baba at Faze’s event? What His Management has alleged about Natasha Osawaru
Friday night, August 7, 2026, was supposed to be another celebratory night for Abuja's entertainment…
Is Nigeria at risk of a major Earthquake? Abuja’s 2026 Warning Signs, Expert Findings and the Safety Questions shead
The ground beneath Abuja has once again forced Nigerians to look beyond the surface of…
Lionel Messi loses father, Jorge
Jorge Messi, father of Argentina captain and Barcelona legend Lionel Messi, has passed away. Jorge…
Beyond the Rift: From ‘Senorita’ to ‘Danger’: 12 Songs That Cemented P-Square’s Stardom
For more than a decade, Peter and Paul Okoye were better known for making music…
Otedola Deepens First HoldCo Grip, Stake Now at 26.1% After N18.1 Billion Share Buy
Femi Otedola isn't slowing down. Nigeria's billionaire investor has once again added to his position…
Ronald Araujo to Liverpool: Loan Deal, Buy-Option Clause and Medical Details Confirmed
Liverpool have pulled off one of the more unexpected moves of the summer transfer window,…
WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Finals: Super Falcons vs Cameroon Headlines Blockbuster Weekend — Full Fixtures, Dates, Kick-Off Times and Venues
The group stage drama at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations is over, and…
From answered prayer to first birthday: Inside Toke Makinwa’s journey to motherhood
When Toke Makinwa shared photos of her daughter, Yakira Eliana, on August 7, 2026, it…
Davido Storms Gov. Adeleke’s Osun Rally: Key Moments That Got Everyone Talking Ahead of August 15, 2026 Election
The final stretch of a political campaign often produces the images that remain long after…
King Ochacho: 10 things to know about the billionaire who keeps making headlines with Peller
When billionaire businessman King Ochacho surprised TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis with a ₦400 million…
August 7 in Nigerian History: Babangida Bans ASUU Amid Autonomy Crisis
On August 7, 1988, the Ibrahim Babangida-led military government formally proscribed the Academic Staff Union…
Trump Signs New Birthright Citizenship Orders After Supreme Court Defeat — Here’s Who’s Affected
Donald Trump isn't done fighting over who gets to be American at birth. On Thursday,…
12 things to know about late Temitope Osoba, the actress who returned to Nollywood after battling breast cancer
The death of Nollywood actress Temitope Kofoworola Osoba has left many fans and colleagues heartbroken.…
VeryDarkMan vs AIG Moshood Jimoh: How a Murder Investigation Sparked a Bigger Police Controversy
A quiet community in Lagos became the centre of one of Nigeria's most heated public…
Why EFCC froze Osun Govt account: Complete breakdown of Gov. Adeleke, Davido, NBA, APC, others’ reactions
Political tension in Osun State reached a fresh level during the first week of August…
Access Bank ‘Closing Down’ Rumor and Zenith Bank Customer Data Leak: Unpacking Nigeria’s Latest Banking Security Scare
Nigeria’s banking sector has once again found itself at the centre of public attention after…
Vini Jr Arsenal Transfer Pursuit Ends as Real Madrid Star Signs New Deal Until 2032
Arsenal's chase for Vinicius Junior is over before it ever really got going. Real Madrid…
FULL LIST: Nigeria’s 24 medallists at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
Team Nigeria concluded its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with 24…
SPOTLIGHT: Meet Obii Okafor, first African woman to win UK telecoms award
Nigerian-born technology executive, Obiageli Obii Okafor, has made history after becoming the first African woman…
Rodri Snubs Real Madrid for Barcelona: Inside the €50m–€60m Transfer Saga and What Happens Next
Real Madrid spent months building what looked like a straightforward plan: let Rodri run down…
“Timing is inauspicious.. I’m embarrassed” – Tinubu orders EFCC to unblock Osun State govt accounts
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has distanced himself from the freezing of Osun State government bank…
From Boss To Foe: Inside Obasanjo/Atiku Renewed Bitterness
Recently, the former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has described his decision to select Atiku…