News as it breaks
A businesswoman, Tarcy Ohiri, has withdrawn her earlier allegations of sexual harassment and unpaid contract claims against the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi. In a video statement released on Wednesday, Ohiri said she decided to retract the claims after consulting with her family, friends, and legal advisers, as well as…
Seven individuals have been arraigned before the Special Offences (Mobile) Court sitting in the Ikeja Magisterial District for allegedly assaulting enforcement officers of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) during an environmental sanitation operation. The defendants, Olamilekan Abdullahi (21), Akeem Olamilekan (24), Frank Tom (25), Sakiru Jamiu (20), Emmanuel Abiodun…
The Lagos State Government has begun an investigation into the reported death of a Lagos socialite popularly known as Elena Jessica, following a cosmetic surgery procedure. Reports indicate that Elena allegedly died after undergoing a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), a cosmetic enhancement procedure, at a clinic in Lagos. The investigation…
Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo-Mkambala is celebrating her 26th birthday, drawing warm wishes from fans, friends, and celebrities across social media. Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has grown into one of Nigeria’s most recognizable young influencers, known for her lifestyle content, fashion collaborations, and strong online…
The United Kingdom has announced enhanced security measures and airspace restrictions in Windsor ahead of the state visit of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu next week. Thames Valley Police confirmed that the security operation is being coordinated with the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, the Royal Household, and other partners…
Former senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye, has described Peter Obi as an admirable Nigerian but insisted that the former Labour Party presidential candidate is not the right person to lead the country. Melaye made the remarks during an interview on Channels Television while discussing Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of…
A human rights lawyer, Ikechukwu Obasi, has filed a fundamental rights enforcement suit against Nollywood actress and self-described evangelist, Tonto Dikeh at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, accusing her of violating the rights of a female schoolchild during an alleged religious deliverance ritual. The lawsuit, filed…
Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has responded to rumours linking him romantically with actress and reality TV star Bamike Olawunmi adenibuyan popularly known as Bambam, following their appearance together in a film. Speaking in an interview with BBC Igbo, Arukwe clarified that the project was the first time he had ever…
A 60-year-old British tourist has been arrested in Dubai after allegedly recording and sharing footage of Iranian missiles striking the city, an act authorities say may violate the UAE’s cybercrime laws. The London resident reportedly deleted the video when asked by officials and maintains that he had no intention of…
Award-winning American actress Kerry Washington has revealed that she discovered in her 40s that she was conceived through a sperm donor. Speaking during a conversation on the podcast hosted by l Lewis Howes, Washington explained that her parents kept the information from her for decades because they believed it was…
