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Pirates Abduct 17 Passengers on Calabar–Oron Waterways

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Cross River State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of 17 passengers by suspected sea pirates along the Calabar waterways. The incident occurred on Thursday when armed men hijacked a commercial boat belonging to Sea Express Limited, which was ferrying over 30 passengers from Calabar, Cross River, to Oron, Akwa Ibom. Confirming the development […]

Gov Okpebholo Approves Strategic Investments in Transport, Security, Agriculture, and Infrastructure

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Executive Council (EXCO), led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, has rolled out a fresh wave of major investments across key sectors—including transportation, security, agriculture, and infrastructure—designed to improve the welfare of residents and drive sustainable development. Briefing journalists after the meeting, Commissioner for Information and Communication, Paul Ohombamu, said EXCO reached “a lot […]

Kizz Daniel Shuts Down Rumors of Court-Ordered Account Freeze

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Afrobeats star Kizz Daniel has cleared the air after a viral report claimed a court ordered his personal and business accounts frozen over a contract dispute. The online buzz suggested the Buga crooner was fined €200,000 for skipping a show despite pocketing a $50,000 advance — with his Access Bank accounts allegedly sealed by court […]

Burna Boy Hails King Saheed Osupa as His GOAT Singer, Fuji Legend Responds with Gratitude

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Fuji music legend King Saheed Osupa has expressed heartfelt gratitude after Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy declared him his Greatest Singer of All Time during an international interview. The Afro-fusion star made the revelation while appearing on Complex’s The Goat Talk alongside tennis icon Roger Federer. When asked to name his GOAT (Greatest of All Time) […]

Edo State Governor Approves New Commissioner-Designates

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government hereby notifies the general public that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the nomination of the following individuals as Commissioner-Designates for Edo State: Dr. Elizabeth Ebosele Dr. Elizabeth Onome Ebosele is a development economist, public policy expert, and humanitarian with proven expertise in budgeting, planning, and […]

Influencer Zuza Biene Dies at 14 After Long Cancer Battle

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Social media influencer Zuza Biene has died at the age of 14 after an 11-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). She passed away on September 22, 2025, according to The New York Post. Zuza, who openly shared her cancer journey on Instagram and TikTok, gained a large following while raising awareness for childhood cancer. […]

Drama Rocks BBNaija Season 10: Zita and Rooboy Clash Turns Physical During Task

September 26, 2025September 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Tensions flared in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house on Thursday night after a heated altercation between housemates Zita and Rooboy spiralled into a physical confrontation during a team task. The drama unfolded during Team Pineapple’s game session, when Zita accused Rooboy of disrupting her group’s performance. She criticised him for “blowing things out […]

Cardi B Dismisses Claims She Was “Planted” to Replace Nicki Minaj

September 25, 2025September 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B has shut down persistent rumours that her rise in the music industry was part of a scheme to dethrone fellow rapper Nicki Minaj. The speculation resurfaced after a leaked video showed rapper Ye claiming Cardi was an “Illuminati plant” meant to replace Minaj. “I Was Destined for This” Speaking on Wednesday’s […]