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Legendary Nigerian musician, Sir Shina Peters, got emotional in a recent podcast interview on “the honest bunch” as he reflected on his early life, career, and the current state of the music industry. The veteran said he started his music career at just 10 years old, had his first child at 14, bought his first car … Continue reading “I started my career at the age of 10; 65% of my fans are Igbos, not Yorubas Sir Shina Peters opens up in interview”
Armed bandits attacked a Customs checkpoint along LumaBabana Road in New Bussa, Niger State, k!lling one officer. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 18, 2025 after Customs operatives intercepted suspected bandit informants and food suppliers who were transporting fuel in jerry cans on motorcycles at Luma Audu Fari-Kuka village. Upon receiving information about the interception, the bandits … Continue reading “Customs officer k!lled as bandits attack checkpoint in Niger state”
A traditional singer, John Zuya, popularly known as John Mai Molo, has reportedly d!ed after an alleged poisoning incident in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The late entertainer, who was renowned for his witty performances and traditional songs, was said to have returned from Lagos on October 16, where he had recently performed, … Continue reading “Popular Bauchi traditional singer d!es after alleged poisoning”
Frances former president Nicolas Sarkozy is set to begin a prison sentence on Tuesday, October 21, after being convicted of criminal conspiracy in connection with alleged Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential campaign, making him the first ex-head of an EU nation to serve time behind bars. Sarkozy, who led France from 2007 to 2012, was … Continue reading “Frances former President Sarkozy prepares for jail time”
A French uranium mining company accused of playing a part in the abduction of its workers by jihadists in Niger in 2010 is set to face trial, according to sources close to the case who spoke to AFP. Nuclear energy giant Areva, now operating under the name Orano, has been accused of underestimating the danger posed … Continue reading “French mining firm to be tried over abductions in Niger Republic”
The Joint Security Task Force (JTF) in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State has arrested another suspected logistics supplier accused of distributing hard drugs to criminal elements in the region. The suspect, identified as Owoloja Femi, a native of Ejiba, was apprehended around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Odo-Eri along Saminaka … Continue reading “Security operatives arrest suspected drug supplier to bandits in Kogi”
Brandy and Monicas The Boy Is Mine Tour faced an unexpected disruption on Saturday night when Brandy suddenly walked off stage mid-performance, leaving Monica to finish the concert alone. The R&B stars were performing at Chicagos United Center when Brandy appeared visibly frustrated by sound problems and stopped singing halfway through a song. Give me one … Continue reading “Singer Brandy walks off stage mid-concert”
The Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Ned Nwoko, has broken his silence after a viral video showed his wife, Regina Daniels, in distress. In a post and short video shared on Instagram on Sunday, he described the 25-year-old Nollywood actress’ actions as “drug-influenced” and “unprovoked carnage”. “Regina was not … Continue reading “Ned Nwoko Breaks Silence Amid Marital Tension With Regina Daniels”
Daniil Medvedev won his first title in two years on Sunday, defeating Frenchman Corentin Moutet 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 in the final of the ATP 250 tournament in Almaty. READ ALSO: Medvedev Fined $76,000 For Australian Open Antics Since winning in Rome in May 2023, Medvedev, ranked 14 in the world, has lost six finals, … Continue reading “Medvedev Wins First Title In Over Two Years In Kazakhstan”
The UN’s office in Yemen said Sunday that 20 of its staff members were still being detained by Houthi rebels following a raid on their building in Sanaa the day before. READ ALSO: Israel Intercepts Yemen Missiles After Houthis Vow Revenge For Attack United Nations X On Saturday, the UN office … Continue reading “UN Says Yemen’s Houthis Detaining 20 Workers, Including 15 Foreigners”