Don Pedro Obaseki Striped Naked by Youths Over Oba Comment
Veteran filmmaker Don Pedro Obaseki recounts being harassed and striped naked by irate youths in Benin for allegedly disrespecting the Oba. Read his full account and the palace's reaction.
Veteran filmmaker Don Pedro Obaseki recounts being harassed and striped naked by irate youths in Benin for allegedly disrespecting the Oba. Read his full account and the palace's reaction.
Suspected thugs assaulted and stripped Don Pedro Obaseki, cousin to ex-governor Godwin Obaseki, in Benin City. The attack is linked to alleged verbal attacks on the Oba of Benin. Full story inside.
The Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye, Oba Abdulrasak Adesina Adenugba, has strongly denied allegations of land grabbing and intimidation. He insists the claims are false and misleading, urging resolution through the courts.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has described Governor Seyi Makinde as a leader of deep thought and decisive action. Read his full birthday tribute and endorsement here.
Imani Dia Smith, who played Young Nala in The Lion King on Broadway, has died at 25 after a stabbing in Edison, New Jersey. A suspect is in custody. Read the tragic details.
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, performs the ancient Ewere rite, praying for divine guidance and breakthroughs for Edo indigenes and all Nigerians ahead of the new year.
Oba Rilwanu Akiolu and CP Oluhundare Jimoh warn against Eyo processions after 6 p.m. on Dec 27. Violators face arrest. Governor Sanwo-Olu commissions Iduntafa Palace.
Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan Ile in Kwara, is free after 25 days. The community paid a huge ransom in two installments without government help. Read the full story.
Oba Adetunji David Ajayi of Ise-Ekiti calls for state and federal intervention to renew roads, health, and water systems. He highlights the critical need ahead of the Ojoaduse festival.
Lagos High Court stops installation of new Onisemo, ordering all parties to maintain status quo. Case adjourned to January 2026. Read the full details of the chieftaincy tussle.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu pledges Lagos State's dedication to safeguarding its cultural heritage as the historic Eyo Festival returns on December 27. Discover the significance of this year's event.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, penned a heartfelt tribute to Afrobeats star Asake after his visit to the royal palace in Ile-Ife. Read the full story and see reactions.
Oba Rashidi Ladoja urges Senate President Akpabio for Ibadan State creation and constitutional roles for traditional rulers. Read the full historic appeal.
Olubadan Oba Ladoja urges Senate to create Ibadan State and grant constitutional roles to traditional rulers. Senate President Akpabio pledges legislative support. Read more.
The Oyo State Circular Road committee visited Olubadan Oba Ladoja to update him on the 110km project and address compensation issues. The monarch urged fair resolution for affected landowners.
The Oba of Lagos calls for genuine investors to improve Nigeria's socio-economic conditions, not just maximise profits. Read his message to multinationals.
A knife-wielding man kills three and injures five in Taiwan before jumping to his death. Premier Cho Jung-tai reveals suspect had prior criminal record. Read the full report.
Niger State Police arrest Abdulazeez Abubakar for allegedly stabbing Sadiq Sani to death after an argument over 'pure water'. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.
A minor dispute over sachet water for ablution turned fatal in Minna, as a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 20-year-old friend. Police have arrested the suspect. Read the shocking details.
A minor disagreement over sachet water for ablution in Minna turned fatal, leaving one dead. Angry youths demand justice. Read the full story.
A 15-year-old student in Russia, armed and wearing neo-Nazi slogans, stabbed a 10-year-old to death after a failed search for his teacher. Read the shocking details of the attack.
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder for the stabbing deaths of his parents. The shocking case unfolds in Los Angeles. Read the full details.
Prof. Jeleel Ojuade of Ojaja University urged Nigerians to embrace integrity and unity, citing the late Oba Laoye as a model. The call was made at a grand anniversary in Ede.
Senior Advocate Wole Olanipekun visited Olubadan Ladoja, urging Yoruba monarchs to forge a common front for cultural strength and regional development. Read his full appeal.
Nick Reiner, son of legendary director Rob Reiner, will be formally charged for the brutal murder of his parents. Get the full details on this shocking Hollywood tragedy.
Ogun State government halts Awujale nomination to review process. Over 60 princes seek the throne. Get the latest on the succession of Oba Sikiru Adetona.
Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi honoured Ghana's President John Mahama with the Aare Atayeto Oodua chieftaincy title in Ile-Ife. The event marked the monarch's 10th coronation anniversary. Read full details.
The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, assures all faiths of safety and freedom to worship. He seeks prayers for peace and prosperity in Ibadanland. Read the full story.
Tension grips Abuja's Gwarinpa as a man stabs three worshippers to death at a mosque. The suspect was overpowered and lynched by angry residents. Community leaders shut the mosque and introduce new security measures.
Ile-Ife hosted a grand celebration for the Ooni's 10th coronation, attended by top dignitaries including former President Obasanjo and First Lady Tinubu, who received a chieftaincy title. Read more.