Boxing World Mourns Prichard Colón, Who Dies at 33 After Decade-Long Battle From Brain Injury

The boxing world is mourning the death of Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón, who has passed away at the age of 33, nearly 11 years after suffering a devastating brain injury during a 2015 bout. Colón was once regarded as one of Puerto Rico’s brightest boxing prospects. He entered his fight against Terrel Williams on […]

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Gunmen Abduct 14 Passengers in Benue, Five Rescued

Gunmen have abducted 14 passengers travelling along a road in Benue State, with five of the victims later rescued by security operatives. According to reports, the passengers were intercepted by the gunmen during the attack and taken into the bush. The Benue State Police Command confirmed that five victims have so far been rescued, while […]

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Diiadem Says She Is Done With Feud Involving Ehizogie Ogbebor and Dabota Lawson

Internet personality and entrepreneur, Diiadem, has announced that she is moving on from the recent feud involving socialite Ehizogie Ogbebor and former beauty queen Dabota Lawson. In a statement shared on Instagram, Diiadem reflected on the controversy and admitted that she blames herself for getting caught up in the situation. According to her, she has […]

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19-Year-Old Housewife Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Husband 40 Days After Wedding in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old housewife, identified as Aisha Musa, for allegedly attempting to kill her husband by poisoning his food just 40 days after their wedding. The incident reportedly occurred on August 12, 2026, in Gwamma Village, Bauchi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. According to the Police Public Relations […]

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Diiadem Responds to Dabota Lawson’s Allegations, Denies Claims and Shares Her Side

Media personality Diiadem has responded to allegations made by her former friend, Dabota Lawson, following their recent public fallout. In her response, Diiadem said she was never a fan of Dabota, despite claims suggesting otherwise, and accused her former friend of creating that narrative herself. She also denied ever begging influencers to attend her parties, […]

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Nigeria’s Real Problem Is Institutional Corruption, Not Tinubu — Femi Kuti

Afrobeat musician and social commentator Femi Kuti has argued that Nigeria’s major challenge is not President Bola Ahmed Tinubu alone, but the deep-rooted institutional corruption that has affected the country for decades. Kuti said the problem goes beyond individual politicians, pointing to weak institutions, compromised systems and networks of powerful elites that continue to influence […]

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64-Year-Old Grandfather Confesses to Sexually Abusing 14-Year-Old Girl in Gombe

A 64-year-old man, identified as Abubakar Aliyu, has confessed to sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl at his medicine shop in Arawa Quarters, Gombe State. Aliyu, who is a grandfather, was arrested after the girl’s mother reported the incident to security authorities. During questioning on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the suspect reportedly admitted that the abuse […]

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“No Apologies, Zero Regrets” — Sheikh Jingir Rejects Calls to Apologise Over Muslim-Muslim Ticket

Sheikh Muhammad Sani Yahaya Jingir has rejected calls for him to apologise over his support for a Muslim-Muslim political arrangement. Jingir maintained that he had no regrets about his position, insisting that he would continue to express his views whenever he had the opportunity. The cleric reportedly stood by his support for the political arrangement, […]

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Osun Police Summon APC Senator Fadahunsi Over Alleged ‘Kill Accord’ Comment

The Osun State Police Command has summoned Senator Francis Fadahunsi following an alleged comment in which he reportedly directed supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to “kill” members of the rival Accord Party ahead of the state governorship election. The election is scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The invitation followed the […]

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Peter Okoye Reacts As Uche Maduagwu, Others Rally Support For Him In Lagos

Nollywood actor Uche Maduagwu has joined supporters of Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, in a public demonstration in Lagos. Maduagwu took part in the street demonstration on August 10, where he and other supporters publicly expressed their solidarity with the singer. The protesters were seen carrying banners and placards with messages […]

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