Popular but controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, widely known as Portable, has surrendered himself to the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Yaba, following a manhunt initiated by the Ogun State Police Command.The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development in a message to journalists on Wednesday.”Portable has justContinueContinue reading “Controversial Singer Portable Surrenders to Police After Violent Attack Allegations”
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NBA Condemns Removal of Benue Chief Judge, Calls It a Brazen Assault on the Constitution
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the Benue State House of Assembly’s recommendation to remove the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, describing it as a brazen assault on the Nigerian Constitution and a dangerous affront to judicial independence.In a statement released via its official X handle, Sahara Reporters announced theContinueContinue reading “NBA Condemns Removal of Benue Chief Judge, Calls It a Brazen Assault on the Constitution”
Drama Unfolds: Ogun Police Deny Portable’s Psychiatric Treatment Claims, Insist He’s Wanted for Assault
The Ogun State Police Command has refuted claims made by controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, that he is undergoing psychiatric treatment. The rebuttal comes amidst growing speculation over the embattled artist’s whereabouts and legal troubles.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, igniting fresh debate overContinueContinue reading “Drama Unfolds: Ogun Police Deny Portable’s Psychiatric Treatment Claims, Insist He’s Wanted for Assault”
Family Feud: Late Billionaire Herbert Wigwe’s 90-Year-Old Father Sues Granddaughter Over Property Dispute
In a shocking twist of family drama, the 90-year-old father of the late billionaire banker, Herbert Wigwe, has taken his 26-year-old granddaughter to court over a contentious property dispute.The development was announced on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, sending social media into a frenzy as Nigerians react to the unfolding legalContinueContinue reading “Family Feud: Late Billionaire Herbert Wigwe’s 90-Year-Old Father Sues Granddaughter Over Property Dispute”
Nigerian Man Sentenced to 10 Years in India for Drug Trafficking
A Nigerian national, Ifechukwu David Madukwe, has been handed a 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence by an Indian court for drug trafficking.The news was first reported by Nigerian Stories via its official X handle, confirming that Madukwe was convicted after being found guilty of smuggling illicit substances into India.Authorities in India have intensified their crackdown onContinueContinue reading “Nigerian Man Sentenced to 10 Years in India for Drug Trafficking”
Fani-Kayode Alleges Binance’s Gambaryan Misused USAID Funds to Finance Boko Haram
Peter Obi Grassroots Mobilization has stirred controversy on its official X handle after sharing a statement by former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, alleging that Tigran Gambaryan, an executive at Binance, was among those who funneled USAID funds to Boko Haram.Fani-Kayode, known for his outspoken and often incendiary remarks, claimed that Gambaryan, who is currentlyContinueContinue reading “Fani-Kayode Alleges Binance’s Gambaryan Misused USAID Funds to Finance Boko Haram”
FG Disburses $68.36 Million to 28 States Under World Bank-Backed Business Reform Initiative
In a significant push to enhance Nigeria’s business climate, the Federal Government has announced the disbursement of $68.36 million to 28 states under the States Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Programme. This initiative is part of a larger $750 million World Bank-backed effort aimed at fostering economic growth by streamlining regulations and improving theContinueContinue reading “FG Disburses $68.36 Million to 28 States Under World Bank-Backed Business Reform Initiative”
Exposed: Court Documents Confirm Jailed Professor Rigged 2019 Election for Akpabio, Not Opponent
New revelations have shattered the false narrative surrounding the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District election, as court documents confirm that Professor Peter Ogban, who was jailed for electoral fraud, manipulated the results in favour of Senate President Godswill Akpabio—not his opponent, Chris Ekpenyong, as previously claimed. Ata Ikiddeh, a former aide to Akpabio, recentlyContinueContinue reading “Exposed: Court Documents Confirm Jailed Professor Rigged 2019 Election for Akpabio, Not Opponent”
U.S. Government to Investigate Past Aid Allocations to Nigeria – U.S. Mission Announces
In a significant development, the United States Mission to Nigeria has declared that the U.S. government is launching an investigation into how past financial aid allocated to Nigeria has been utilized.The announcement was made through the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, highlighting the Biden administration’s renewed focus on accountability and transparency inContinueContinue reading “U.S. Government to Investigate Past Aid Allocations to Nigeria – U.S. Mission Announces”
Airtel Nigeria Sparks Outrage with Data Price Hike Amid Economic Strain
Airtel Nigeria, one of the country’s leading telecommunications providers, has announced a significant hike in its data prices, triggering widespread outrage among subscribers. The price adjustment, reflected on the company’s website and confirmed via the *312# code, comes as the telco grapples with rising operational costs and a harsh economic landscape.Sharp Increase Across Data PlansAccordingContinueContinue reading “Airtel Nigeria Sparks Outrage with Data Price Hike Amid Economic Strain”
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