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Five Dead, Ten Injured in Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway Crash
A tragic lone crash occurred on the Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of five individuals and leaving ten others with various degrees of injuries. The accident, which took place near Iyana Egbado around 11:12 am, involved a white Mazda E2000 bus. Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) spokesperson in Ogun State, Afolabi Odunsi-Oyewole, confirmed that the bus was carrying a total of 20 passengers at the time of the incident. He stated, “The lone crash involved one white Mazda E2000 bus with registration number KRD809XC. A total of twenty persons were involved in the crash, comprising six adult…
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Cubana Chief Priest Reaffirms Loyalty to President Tinubu
Celebrity barman and socialite Cubana Chief Priest has publicly declared that his commitment to President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains “undiluted and unshakable.” Despite failing to secure the party’s ticket for the Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency, he insists that his political dedication to the ruling party is stronger than ever. The socialite explained that his foray into politics was born from a desire to transition from online activism to direct governance. He expressed frustration with the limitations of social media, stating, “What we have to do at this moment is to go beyond what we used…
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Atiku Seeks Reconciliation with Amaechi After Primary Victory
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has held a meeting with his primary rival, Rotimi Amaechi, following his successful emergence as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general election. The meeting, which took place in Abuja, is widely viewed as a strategic effort to foster unity within the party. Atiku secured the ADC ticket after a decisive victory over Amaechi and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen. Despite the clear results, the process faced internal friction, with Amaechi publicly rejecting the outcome and alleging that the exercise was marred by irregularities. In his victory speech, Atiku acknowledged the…
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‘I have lost interest in getting married’ – Regina Daniels
Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels said she is no longer interested in marriage after her messy separation from her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. The mother of two, however, said she is still much interested in having more children, vowing that she must have a daughter. Speaking during a recent livestream with Tiktoker Jarvis, Daniels explained that she wants to her a daughter because she believes daughters care more for their parents during old age. “I want to have six children and I have two already, two boys. It so crazy but for some reason I have checked my mind out…
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Shatta Wale bailed Burna Boy from Ghana prison after arrest for smoking weed – Captan
Ghanaian singer Captan has alleged that his former label boss, Shatta Wale, previously intervened to save Burna Boy during the Nigerian star’s time in Ghana. In a recent podcast interview, Captan stated that he was directly involved in securing Burna Boy’s release from police custody after an arrest related to smoking weed. Captan recounted the experience, saying, “I once bailed Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana when he was arrested for smoking weed. Shatta Wale sent me and some guys to go and free him from police custody.” He noted that this effort was part of the support the…
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Your govt breeding poverty, unemployment, insecurity – Afenifere slams Tinubu
The pan-Yoruba group, Afenifere, has publicly slammed President Bola Tinubu’s administration for allegedly leaving Nigeria in a worse state three years after his inauguration. In a statement titled “Tinubu’s Third Year Report: Summum Malum or Summum Bonum,” the organisation claimed the government has failed to deliver on its promises. Afenifere asserted that the current administration is actively breeding widespread poverty, unemployment, and severe insecurity across the nation. The group expressed deep fear regarding the current state of democracy under the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the group, “Afenifere is fearful of the current course of our democracy, and commiserates…
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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Projects Electoral Gains for APC via Infrastructure Push
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) will see a significant boost in electoral support in the capital territory by the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, during an inspection tour of projects marking the administration’s second anniversary, Wike attributed this expected shift to the government’s aggressive focus on infrastructure, particularly in satellite towns and previously neglected rural communities. Development as a Political Tool Wike argued that the administration’s strategy of extending development beyond the city center is fundamentally altering the political landscape in…
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EPL: Maresca signs three-year contract to replace Guardiola at Man City
Former Chelsea and Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has signed a three-year contract with Manchester City. Maresca will now replace Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his last game on Sunday – a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League. Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Tuesday: “Enzo Maresca has already signed a three-year deal as Manchester City’s new manager. “Agreement until June 2029 and new chapter to start soon at #MCFC, with Maresca fully involved in the transfer strategy. “Here we go, 100% confirmed.” Maresca has been out of work since he left Stamford Bridge in January…
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Only a weak man forgives cheating partner – Yul Edochie
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has ignited a fresh wave of public debate following his appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, where he characterized men who forgive unfaithful partners as “weak.” During the discussion, the 44-year-old actor argued that infidelity impacts men and women through fundamentally different lenses. According to Edochie, a woman’s decision to cheat is almost always a sign that she has already “checked out” of the relationship both emotionally and psychologically. He posited that when a woman is truly committed to a man, she remains entirely devoted, and therefore, infidelity serves as a clear indication that her affections…
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‘We grew apart’ — Kate Henshaw speaks on relationship with Genevieve Nnaji
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has again opened up about her relationship with fellow actress Genevieve Nnaji, revealing that their once-close friendship gradually faded over time. The 54-year-old said she could not explain what led to the distance between them, despite their previously strong bond. “We grew apart. We were close and we used to go to events together and then there was that gap…I don’t know what happened, I don’t know what came over her but hey, I moved on,” she said on the latest episode of the Tea With Tay podcast. Reflecting on the experience, Henshaw said relationships often…
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Federal High Court Clears Goodluck Jonathan for 2027 Presidential Race
The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, has officially affirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is constitutionally eligible to contest the 2027 presidential election. In a judgment delivered earlier today, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the court dismissed the suit seeking to disqualify him, declaring there are no legal impediments to his participation in the polls. The suit, filed by legal practitioner Johnmary Jideobi, had argued that Jonathan had already exhausted his two-term limit by serving the unexpired term of the late President Umaru Yar’Adua and completing a full four-year term following the 2011 election. The…
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Politician Samuel Obe Ngobe Killed by Masked Gunmen in Rivers State
Samuel Obe Ngobe, a young politician and community mobilizer in Ebubu, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, was murdered by two masked gunmen on Friday, May 22, 2026. The assailants reportedly trailed Ngobe to a hotel he owned within the community. Upon arrival, the gunmen—who were masked and traveling on a motorcycle—entered the premises, located the politician, and opened fire, killing him instantly. To prevent immediate reporting of the crime, the attackers seized cell phones from hotel staff before fleeing the scene. The Rivers State Police Command has officially confirmed the incident. Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, the Police Public Relations…
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