Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), operating under ‘Operation HADIN KAI’ (OPHK), have scored a significant victory in the ongoing fight against insurgency in Nigeria’s North-East by killing a notorious Boko Haram/ISWAP commander. According to reports, the development was announced on Saturday by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force, OPHK, Lt. Col. Sani Uba, in a statement released from Maiduguri, Borno State. High-Value Target Eliminated Around Kimba Troops engaged insurgents in a planned operation around Kimba, Damboa LGA, Borno State, on January 30, 2026, per official statement. In the course of this encounter, they successfully neutralised…
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Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has called on newly-inducted corps members to uphold discipline, respect local traditions, and make meaningful contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic development throughout their service year. His charge came during visits to NYSC orientation camps for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One in Ogun and Oyo states. A Message of Responsibility and National Commitment Brigadier General Nafiu commended corps members at camps for willingly answering Nigeria’s national service call. He’s emphasizing that their actions during the program would not only shape their futures but also impact the communities they…
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Nigerian singer and songwriter Ayra Starr, one of the fastest-rising stars in the Afrobeats scene, has publicly expressed her eagerness to work with the internationally renowned artist and Grammy winner Burna Boy. The revelation came during a candid Billboard interview released on Thursday, January 29, 2026, where Ayra discussed her remarkable journey in music, her recent Grammy nominations, and her aspirations for future collaborations. Burna Boy Tops Ayra Starr’s Collaboration Wishlist Asked about artists she’s eager to collaborate with, Ayra Starr quickly named Burna Boy as her top choice. Sarah Oyinkansola Aderibigbe showed no hesitation in her response. “Everybody knows…
The simmering tension between celebrity socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Chief Priest, and Hellen Ati, who has publicly claimed that he fathered her child, reignited this week following a series of pointed remarks exchanged on social media. The drama unfolded after Chief Priest celebrated his wife’s birthday online, a seemingly joyous occasion that quickly turned contentious as both parties took to the internet to air grievances and issue veiled threats. Chief Priest’s Birthday Tribute Sparks Reactions Chief Priest praises wife on birthday via social media, subtly tackling ongoing marital life challenges. The Chief Priest’s post celebrates God foiling unnamed…
A Nollywood filmmaker and actor, Stanley Amandi, has been arrested alongside a group of military officers accused of plotting a violent overthrow of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, marking the most prominent civilian named in the foiled coup attempt that has rocked Nigeria’s political and security landscape in recent months. According to investigation reports, Amandi, a director, production manager, and former chairman of the Enugu State chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, was taken into custody in September 2025. Alleged Role as Propagandist in Coup Plot This arrest marks the first public disclosure of Amandi’s alleged role as civilian operative…
Alexer Pere, former wife of popular Nigerian singer Harrysong, has announced her decision to temporarily step aside from the custody of their two young children. The emotional revelation came via a heartfelt video Alexer shared on her Instagram story early Thursday, where she detailed her ongoing challenges since the end of her marriage. Years of Single Parenting and Emotional Strain In the video, Alexer described her choice as extremely painful, emphasizing that it was not made lightly. Post-separation, Alexer has been primary caregiver; kids lived, schooled from her home nearly two years. According to Alexer, their father, Harrysong, has only…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate and comedian, Aderombi Adedayo, known to fans as DeeOne, found himself at the center of controversy this week after receiving an official invitation from the Nigeria Police Force. According to reports, the development which quickly became a trending topic on social media, has sparked debates about freedom of expression, the boundaries of satire, and the role of law enforcement in Nigeria’s digital age. The comedian made the police invitation public on Thursday, sharing a scan of the letter on his social media accounts. The letter, issued by the Force Intelligence Department (FID), directed DeeOne to…
Actress Osas Ighodaro bravely shares a tough past moment, detailing how her former relationship shattered into heartbreak. She caught him cheating, then he weaponized police to evict her forcefully from their shared home. According to reports, the actress discloses this during an interview on the Lone Wolf podcast with Nicole Asinugo. She Knocked, Waited—He Opened Cold She affirms that she once decided to visit her partner without his knowledge hoping to surprise him. On getting to his house, she knocked and waited for some minutes before he finally opened the door. Instead of been welcome, he questioned why she came…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has taken a bold step towards transparency by disclosing the full identities of 16 military officers indicted for serious indiscipline, including an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration. These personnel, spanning the Army, Navy, and Air Force, will face court-martial proceedings before military judicial panels. DHQ Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, confirmed the development in a statement issued Monday in Abuja. The announcement follows the conclusion of a comprehensive investigation launched after the officers’ arrest in October 2025, emphasizing the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s (AFN) resolve to uphold discipline. DHQ Investigation Concludes:…