The Chairman of Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has dropped a bombshell during the Africa Anti-Corruption Day event where he revealed a disturbing new trend: corrupt Nigerian politicians are increasingly using crypto currencies to stash their illicit wealth July 10, 2025. This revelation exposes a dark side of the crypto boom in Nigeria, July 11. While crypto currencies promises financial innovation, they have become a safe haven for fraudulent politicians seeking to evade justice. Mr. Olukoyede’s statement suggests that Nigeria’s fight against corruption faces a new, sophisticated challenge. EFCC Uncovers Crypto currency Wallets as Safe…
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In a controversial move that has stirred political debates, the Nigerian Senate has officially removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from her position as Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) July 10, 2025. Senator Aniekan Bassey, representing Akwa Ibom North-East under the APC, was named her successor during Thursday’s plenary session, announced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. A Tumultuous Tenure Marked by Suspension and Reassignments Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s removal caps a turbulent period in her Senate career. Since her swearing-in in November 2023, she initially chaired the influential Senate Committee on Local Content. However, a reshuffle in February…
Nollywood actress Kemisola Apesin, popularly known as Kemity, has stirred controversy with her candid revelations about her personal life. In a recent interview on the Talk To B podcast with Biola Adebayo. She opened up about having two children from different fathers and the harsh judgments she faces as a single mother. Her story challenges societal norms and exposes the double standards women endure in Nigeria’s entertainment industry and beyond. The Untold Story Behind Kemity’s First Pregnancy Kemity disclosed that she became pregnant just as she was preparing to write her West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams. Her mother, a…
A devastating fire broke out at the Lagos office of Nollywood actress and entrepreneur Iyabo Ojo on Monday evening, July 8, 2025. The incident, which occurred around 7 pm, has sparked widespread concern among fans and industry watchers. While the full extent of the damage remains unclear, the fire has raised questions about safety standards and emergency preparedness in Lagos commercial buildings. How Flames Engulf Iyabo Ojo’s Office Building According to reports, the fire rapidly spread through parts of the office building, causing significant destruction. Iyabo Ojo herself shared a video on Instagram showing the aftermath of the blaze. The…
Omo, e be like say Nigerian police no dey tire for their wahala. Na So Police Take Arrest Tim Elombah for July 5, 2025. This time, dem carry journalist and media oga, Tim Elombah, go police custody. The arrest happen for him house for Awka, Anambra State on Saturday, July 5. Tim na journalist wey dey work for Diaspora Digital Media (DDM), one online TV network wey Nigerians wey dey abroad dey run. But police no gree make am continue to dey do him thing. Dem come carry am go Force Headquarters for interrogation like common thief. Wetin Cause This…
The Nigerian police have made headlines once again on July 5, 2025, Tim Elombah, a nigerian journalist and media executive, was arrested at his Awka residence by officers of the Nigeria Police Force. The move, which many see as a blatant attack on press freedom, has sent shockwaves through the media community and beyond July 5, 2025. The Arrest: A Familiar Script Early Saturday morning, heavily armed police operatives stormed Elombah’s home. Without warning, he was whisked away like a common criminal leaving his family and neighbors in panic. The officers, reportedly from the Intelligence Unit, transferred him to Force…
Paul Pogba Abandoned by Friends and Family After Doping Scandal once a celebrated football star, has revealed a shocking and deeply personal side of his life after his doping ban July 3, 2025. The former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder says people abandoned him, including those closest to him even his wife. The fall from grace has been brutal and isolating. From Fame to Isolation Pogba’s story is a harsh reminder of how fame can be fleeting. Once the doping ban was announced, the calls stopped, invitations dried up, and people started avoiding him. He said, “Paul Pogba, the famous…
Liverpool and world football are in shock following the tragic death of Diogo Jota, the 28-year-old Liverpool forward, who perished in a horrific car accident in Zamora, Spain, on Thursday morning July 3, 2025. The incident also claimed the life of his younger brother, André Silva, 25, a professional footballer in Portugal’s second division. The Fatal Crash: What Really Happened? According to the Spanish Guardia Civil, the brothers were traveling on the A-52 motorway near Cernadilla in Zamora when their Lamborghini suffered a tyre blowout while overtaking. The vehicle veered off the road and burst into flames, killing both instantly.…
Peter Rufai, legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, dies at 61 in Lagos on July 3, 2025. This incident exposes deep questions about Nigeria’s football legacy, the nation’s neglect of its heroes, and the shocking silence from authorities. Peter Rufai’s Death is a shame to Nigeria’s Football Lagos, July 3, 2025 – A Nation’s Hero Falls Nigeria woke up to devastating news: Peter Rufai, the iconic Super Eagles goalkeeper, died in Lagos after a prolonged illness. He was 61. The man who once stood tall for Nigeria on the world stage has been let down by the very country he served. The…
NiMet Forecast Sparks Controversy: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rains to Batter Nigeria The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a dramatic weather forecast warning Nigerians to brace for widespread thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds from Monday through Wednesday. The agency’s Sunday outlook, released in Abuja, paints a picture of volatile weather conditions across the northern, central, and southern regions of the country. While NiMet’s forecast aims to prepare citizens, many question the agency’s ability to provide timely and accurate warnings. Given Nigeria’s history of inadequate disaster preparedness and infrastructural failures during heavy rains. Northern Nigeria: Thunderstorms and Early Morning Rains…