BBNaija star Imisi danced unusually in front of Fuji legend KWAM 1 at Lateef Adedimeji's triplets' thanksgiving in Lagos, sparking online reactions and warnings about the singer's reputation.
Local sources report over 20 civilians killed and many injured in Geisan, Blue Nile State, on August 11. Drone strikes hit El Obeid, damaging a water station; IOM says 2,500 fled.
The UK government warns visa applicants not to sell property, resign from jobs, or book non-refundable travel before a decision, to avoid financial risk.
A Nigerian man cancelled his church wedding after the bride's church demanded items like a live goat, N50,000 certificate fee, and fuel, sparking online debate.
Kwara police arrested Sanda Aliyu in Kaiama LGA for attempting to buy an AK-47 rifle for N1.6 million to become a kidnapping gang boss, following a tip-off.
A 100-level student at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education was shot on campus, prompting the suspension of Students' Union Government Week activities. The victim is set for surgery, and students are rallying to cover medical costs.
A 64-year-old grandfather, Abubakar Aliyu, confessed to sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl at his medicine shop in Gombe, paying her N200 and N400 on separate occasions.
The UK government will automatically refuse a citizenship or settlement application if the applicant submits incorrect qualifications, as stated on its official website.
A lawyer has petitioned the EFCC to investigate an alleged N300 million investment claim in River Park Estate, Abuja, citing potential fraud and misrepresentation.
UK police can stop any vehicle and request a valid licence, insurance, and MOT certificate. Drivers have 7 days to present documents at a station or face penalties, including vehicle seizure.
Legal practitioner Timothy Tugbiyele urges Davido to apologise to Edo Governor Okpebholo for posting his WAEC result, amid Osun election tensions.
Ogechukwu Mary Eze recounts taking pre-wedding photos with her ex-husband 10 days after he allegedly poured hot tea on her face, tore her cloth, and seized her phone. She calls being a 'pick me' a curse.
Nine bodies were discovered on Wawa-Lumma road in Borgu LGA, Niger state. Police suspect bandits killed them. Security forces recovered the bodies and intensified clearance operations.
Chris Watts, serving life for murdering his family, has applied to marry Lizzie Henderson, who moved to Wisconsin to be near him.
Kwara Police arrested Muhamodu Sanni at a POS terminal while attempting to withdraw ransom from a July 28 abduction of three persons in Obudu Village, Ilorin East LGA.
Indonesia wildfires have consumed over 107,000 hectares across six provinces, forcing school closures and spreading haze to Malaysia, where air quality reached unhealthy levels.
US ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on electric shock gloves delivering 380 volts, sparking ACLU criticism over force concerns.
Sokoto police arrested two suspected kidnappers and rescued a 10-year-old boy found in a sack after a raid and a pursuit on August 8 and 11, 2026.
A newborn baby was stolen from Comprehensive Health Centre in Gboko, Benue State, by an unidentified woman posing as a family member. The incident occurred around 4:00am on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Security agencies have been notified.
Fiji's High Court temporarily blocked the deportation of Nigerian student Tagbo Nonso Sylvester on August 7, granting an interim stay pending judicial review of his visa refusal.
Nigeria's delegation, led by NSA Nuhu Ribadu, met US officials in Washington for counterterrorism talks; bilateral defence meeting set for August 13, 2026.
TMZ reports that blogger Perez Hilton's mother, Teresita Lavandeira, has filed for temporary custody of his three children after his recent mental health crisis and hospitalization.
Lightning struck an Ohio prison on August 11, injuring 16 inmates. At least 3 deaths and 625,000 power outages reported across the Midwest.
Pro-democracy group GICN gives FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed a 48-hour ultimatum to resign or justify staying beyond age 60, citing Public Service Rules 2021.
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Lagos police declare Folawiyo Alagbado, 32, and Ajibola Obateru, 33, wanted over the alleged murder of missing woman Chukwunyere Esther Chinaza, last seen in Ikoyi.
At least 44 bodies have been recovered from Lake Kariba after a ferry carrying far more passengers than its approved capacity capsized on Tuesday, prompting Zimbabwe to declare a state of disaster.
NITDA warns WordPress users of a critical vulnerability that could let attackers take control of websites. The agency urges immediate updates to prevent exploitation.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike ordered the immediate closure of the secretariat managing Federal Government house sales in Abuja, following President Tinubu's dissolution of the committee.
The US State Department's TravelGov warns that submitting fraudulent documents or being flagged as a security threat can lead to an immediate visa ban and alerts across all US agencies.
Ondo Police arrest 27-year-old Solomon Onaola for allegedly defiling a 15-year-old girl in Omifon, Odigbo LGA. Case transferred to Gender-Based Offences Unit for investigation.