Owa of Igbajo Monarch Dies at 67 in Osun
Oba Adegboyega Famodun, the 30th Owa of Igbajo and former Osun APC chairman, has passed away at 67. Read about his legacy and the legal disputes surrounding his throne.
Oba Adegboyega Famodun, the 30th Owa of Igbajo and former Osun APC chairman, has passed away at 67. Read about his legacy and the legal disputes surrounding his throne.
Masked gunmen have kidnapped Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan in Kwara State. The kidnappers are demanding N150 million ransom for his release. Read the full details.
Suspected bandits have kidnapped the Ojibara of Bayagan kingdom, Oba Kamilu Salami, in Kwara's Ifelodun LGA. The incident occurred on Saturday morning while the monarch was working on his farm.
Tragedy strikes Kano as 35-year-old Abdularazak Abdulkadir allegedly stabs his mother Fatima to death. Police suspect drug influence in the homicide that shocked Sabon-Gari community. Read full details.
Nollywood stars Mercy Aigbe, Owobo Ogunde, and Dele Odule lead ComeOnNaija's new cultural comedy-drama 'ÌWÉ ÀLÀ', inspired by Ojúdè Ọba Festival. Production begins November 30, 2025.
Two men arrested for stabbing a police officer to death in Akure, Ondo State. Police debunk social media reports of widespread attacks in the Arakale area. Read the full details.
Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Ladoja establishes Economic and Investment Committee to address manufacturing challenges. FMCG Association and Jaiz Bank pledge support for city's economic transformation.
An 8-year-old boy was stabbed at Brentwood Park Primary School in Melbourne. An 11-year-old suspect is being questioned. Police found multiple knives in his bag.
Tragic death of Nigerian postgraduate Uchenna Okirie in Norwich. Benjamin Katabana charged with murder. Read the full story of this devastating loss.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun visits Olubadan Oba Rasheed Ladoja, praising his leadership and entrepreneurial expertise. Read about their discussion on Yoruba unity and security.
Spanish anti-terror police shoot 18-year-old suspect who stabbed 3 people while shouting 'Allahu Akbar'. All victims survived the brutal attack in Madrid.
39-year-old Netsai Chikuni arrested after fatally stabbing her 3-year-old son in Hobhouse, Zimbabwe. Community devastated by tragic incident. Read full details.
Federal High Court asked to stop MOWAA from operating Benin artifact museum without Oba's consent. Hearing set for November 27. Read full details.
Oba Ladoja promotes seven senior chiefs in Ibadan, declaring end to royal glamour era. Veteran journalist Lekan Alabi, Teslim Folarin among those elevated. Monarch demands community-focused leadership.
A Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps officer was stabbed to death by a mentally unstable teenager in Oba Ile, Ondo State. The officer had been invited to help restrain the 19-year-old. Read the full details.
A 19-year-old mentally unstable man stabbed NSCDC officer Babalola Joseph Idowu to death in Akure, Ondo State. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.
A Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps operative was fatally stabbed while attempting to restrain a mentally unstable man in Oke-Ala community, Akure North. Full details on the tragic incident.
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has urged the new zonal commander for small arms control to investigate security personnel complicit in the spread of illegal weapons in Southwest Nigeria.
Lagos High Court schedules January 19, 2026, for hearing Onikoyi royal family's challenge against Prince Kunle Fafunwa's installation as Oba. Follow this developing chieftaincy dispute.
Edo State market women protest eviction notice for Oba Market renovation. They demand proper relocation plans from the government. Read their full story.
Oba of Lagos calls on NCCSALW to address small arms spread in Southwest, identifies security personnel complicity. Monarch also questions WAEC computer-based exams readiness.
Discover Nigeria's traditional rulers, their titles, and cultural significance. Learn about the Ooni of Ife, Sultan of Sokoto, and other influential monarchs preserving heritage.
Prophet Sam Olu Alo praises Ewi of Ado-Ekiti Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe's progressive leadership as monarch marks dual celebrations. Read about his impactful reign.
A 27-year-old Nigerian man, Chukwuebuka Eweni, has been arrested for stabbing his father to death and injuring his two sisters in New Orleans. The suspect had a history of mental illness. Read more details.
Lagos monarch Oba Rilwan Akiolu urges governments to increase education funding and pay teachers special salaries. He also supports WAEC's suspension of computer exams.
A man was arrested in Parkgate, KZN after stabbing his Zimbabwean friend multiple times during an alcohol-fueled argument about his mother. Read the full details of this violent incident.
Gospel artist Bunmi Talabi makes her official music debut with 'Oba Nla,' a soul-lifting worship anthem that blends contemporary gospel with African sounds. Experience divine connection.
Lainie Williams, 17, was fatally stabbed in her bedroom while her young brother hid under bed. Suspect arrested for murder and attempted murder. Read full details.
Three teenagers on trial for murder of 14-year-old Ibrahima Seck in Manchester. Accused filmed rap video boasting about the killing. Read the shocking details.
MOWAA reaffirms deep respect for Benin Throne while clarifying it never owned Benin Bronzes. Museum emphasizes commitment to preserving West African cultural heritage.