News as it breaks
The remains of late Nigerian singer Ifunanya Nwangene were laid to rest on Friday, February 14, in her hometown in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. The 26-year-old artiste was confirmed dead at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja, after reportedly suffering a snake bite at her residence…
Nigerian businessman Olakunle Churchill has publicly celebrated his wife, actress Rosy Meurer, with a touching Valentine’s Day message, praising her loyalty, patience and unwavering devotion. In a heartfelt post shared on social media, Churchill expressed deep appreciation for Meurer’s steadfast support through both triumphant and uncertain seasons of his life.…
Veteran Nollywood star Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has stirred conversation online after revealing that she once received a car as a gift, even while married. Speaking during an interview on Naija FM 102.7, the award-winning actress addressed long-standing debates about gender influence in Nollywood. She firmly dismissed claims that women do…
Reality TV star and former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Mercy Atang has publicly called out her ex-boyfriend after he resurfaced with a Valentine’s Day love confession — two years after allegedly leading a campaign to tarnish her image during her marriage in 2024. The drama unfolded on social media…
Popular Nigerian singer, Innocent “2Face” Idibia, and his wife, Natasha, have dedicated their child in a private ceremony attended by family members and close friends. The couple welcomed their baby in November 2025 and recently held the dedication to celebrate and give thanks for the child’s arrival. Photos from the…
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, has clarified that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) used during Nigerian elections does not require internet connectivity to function at polling units. In a viral video addressing concerns over network failures during past elections, Yakubu explained that the…
With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly warned against the use of “money bouquets,” describing the practice as an abuse of the naira. According to the apex bank, arranging banknotes into decorative bouquets falls under currency mutilation, alongside offences such as spraying, squeezing, selling, or…
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has urged Nigerians to mark Valentine’s Day with responsible choices aimed at preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In a statement to commemorate the season, NACA Director-General, Dr. Temitope Ilori, encouraged citizens to prioritise their health and that of…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has dismissed 43 personnel over offences including desertion, scandalous conduct, and patrol-related misconduct, reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy on indiscipline within the agency. According to the Corps, 31 officers were dismissed for desertion, five for scandalous behaviour, and seven for misconduct linked to patrol duties.…
A 37-year-old two-time French freefly world champion, Pierre Wolnik, has died after his parachute reportedly failed to deploy during a freefall jump over the Mont Blanc massif in southeastern France on Saturday, February 7. His body was later found in the Les Bossons area of the Chamonix Valley, where emergency…
