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United Bank for Africa confirms viral divorce rumours about Tony Elumelu are false, as three social media influencers are arrested for spreading the claim. UBA warns public against sharing defamatory content.
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Thermos recalls over 8 million insulated bottles and food jars globally due to explosive lid failures causing injuries, including permanent vision loss. Consumers urged to stop use.
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Joy Ezeugwu, a nursing student who exposed poor conditions at Uwani General Hospital, has been arrested. Her school administrator demands N10 million for emotional and psychological damage.
Five people were killed in a fresh attack in Fan District, Barkin Ladi LGA, Plateau State. Gunmen ambushed victims returning home Sunday night.
US officials claim China concealed details of a deliberate crash of China Eastern Airlines Flight 5735 in 2022, killing all 132 on board. NTSB data reveals manual engine shutdown and cockpit struggle.
The DSS arraigned Chidiebere Justice Mark, known as Justice Crack, for cybercrime over a viral video alleging inadequate feeding of Nigerian Army personnel. Trial set for May 25.
A Nigerian widow shares how her brother-in-law demanded she bear a child for him four months after her husband's death, leading to a family rift.
Academic activities at UNILORIN have been suspended as SSANU and NASU begin an indefinite strike, demanding a 45% salary increase and payment of withheld salaries.
Biafra Republic Government in Exile declares Nnamdi Kanu cannot legitimately negotiate Biafra's future while in detention, warning any agreement with Nigeria will be rejected.
Omoyele Sowore calls out MTN and other mobile networks for exploiting Nigerians through poor service, data loss, and phantom charges.
Nigerian singer Davido expressed frustration after being unable to secure jet fuel for travel due to global crises, forcing him to reschedule events and apologize to fans.
A man accused of murdering his former beauty queen wife testified in court, claiming he loved her deeply despite the tragedy.
A Federal High Court in Abuja remanded social critic Justice Crack in SSS custody on cybercrime charges. He pleaded not guilty; trial set for May 25.
Rudy Giuliani, 81, is in critical but stable condition in hospital, his spokesperson confirmed. Trump and Adams offer support amid legal troubles.
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye reveals King Mohammed VI rejected his request to pardon Senegalese fans jailed after AFCON 2025 final violence in Rabat.
Dmitry Kuzmin, 41, died of a heart attack after learning he faced prison or deployment to Ukraine for beating his girlfriend, who lost half her skull.
Social critic Justice Crack was arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja on May 4, following his arrest by the Nigerian Army for allegedly inciting rebellion among soldiers.
Kwara police refute viral reports of detaining a 16-year-old girl as proxy for her brother, a theft suspect. She was held for aiding and abetting, then released on bond.
Iranian state media reported a US warship was hit by two missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, but the US Navy denies the claim, calling it false.
Kwara Police refute viral video claims of unlawfully detaining a 16-year-old girl, stating she was held for aiding a wanted suspect's escape.
A Nigerian man shares a bitter lesson after refusing to repay a N40,000 loan years ago. His BVN was flagged, preventing him from accessing loans from any bank. He advises others to repay debts.
Suspected bandits killed 11 residents in Gwalgoro village, Katsina, in a reprisal attack after security forces foiled an earlier raid and neutralized several gang members.
Nigeria Immigration Service dismisses false claims about passport irregularities, warns applicants to use only official portal passport.immigration.gov.ng.
Joy Ezeugwu, a nursing student suspended for exposing poor conditions at Uwani Health Centre, has been arrested by police in Enugu, according to Educare CEO Alex Onyia.
Two co-wives in Zambia were arrested for allegedly beating their husband's suspected mistress to death. They appeared in court and will return on May 4, 2026.
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested a suspected vandal in Kwall, Bassa LGA, Plateau State, for stealing copper wires at the College of Accountancy.
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrest 42-year-old Nimnan Binfa for alleged copper wire theft in Plateau. Separate Katsina police foil bandit attack, recover seven motorcycles.
IBEDC confirms abduction of two staff members in Ogun region on April 29, 2026. Company works with security agencies and families for safe return, urges public restraint.
The US military rejects Iranian allegations that a US warship was struck by missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, confirming ongoing operations under Project Freedom.
A Nigerian lady lamented after finding her money bouquet stripped of cash by unknown individuals, leaving only flowers. The incident sparked emotional reactions on TikTok.