The personal assistant to late gospel singer ToluwaniSings, Babadunni Olayemi, has said the singer was taken to between seven and eight hospitals in Ibadan, Oyo State, after he suddenly slumped, but efforts to secure medical attention were unsuccessful. Babadunni said some of the hospitals gave excuses, including the unavailability of doctors due to an ongoing strike, while others did not admit the singer. ToluwaniSings, whose real name was Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, died on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The singer, known for gospel songs including A Very Big God and Onibuore, had reportedly performed at a worship event the day before…
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Ayra Starr has become the first African artiste to headline the National Football League (NFL) halftime show. Starr took over the stage on Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London at halftime during the Philadelphia Eagles–Jacksonville Jaguars clash. The Grammy-nominated Nigerian music star delivered a set that paired her soulful vocals with commanding stagecraft, running through hits including ‘Heaven Baby,’ ‘Santa,’ ‘Rush,’ ‘Hot Body’ and ‘Dangerous,’ along with tracks from her latest album, ‘Starrgirl.’ “It’s a message,” she said, stressing that it is “very important” for artistes to make the most of such platforms. Cable
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has revealed that she has been battling severe pain and mobility challenges for months, disclosing that her condition forced her to depend on a wheelchair. Daniels shared the development in a video posted on her Instagram page on Saturday to mark her 25th birthday, while explaining her prolonged absence from social media. The mother of two said what began as a minor health issue gradually worsened, leaving her struggling to move around and, at times, unable to walk. “I know many of you may be surprised seeing me in a wheelchair. Well, welcome to another chapter…
Mr 2Kay, the Nigerian singer, has revealed that his record label only gave him N2 million from the N10 million compensation he received from Eko Hotel and Suites following a robbery attack in 2017. Burna Boy was alleged to have orchestrated an attack on Mr 2kay during which the latter was robbed and beaten to a pulp at an event. The Grammy winner was then declared wanted by the police after which he was arraigned at a Lagos court. Speaking in a recent interview with Yanga FM, the singer said the hotel later compensated him with N10 million after the incident. He, however, alleged that his…
On Thursday, 15 October 2026,The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) confirms that an explosion occurred on a gas pipeline belonging to its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), in Aleto community, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. We are deeply concerned by reports of injuries and damage to homes and businesses. Our thoughts are with those affected and their families. Protecting lives and preventing further harm are our immediate priorities. NGIC has activated its emergency response procedures and isolated the affected pipeline segment to limit further impact and is working with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), security agencies and other relevant stakeholders to coordinate the response and assess the impact on people, property and the environment. We are also engaging the host community leadership to understand immediate needs and coordinate appropriate support for those affected. The cause of the incident and the full extent of its impact are currently being assessed. NNPC Limited remains committed to the safe and reliable operation of its assets. Relevant operational information, including previous reports and actions taken, will be reviewed to support a clear understanding of the circumstances surrounding the incident. We will continue to work closely with the relevant authorities to establish the facts and determine appropriate corrective measures. Residents and members of the public are urged to keep clear of the affected area and follow safety instructions from emergency responders and the relevant authorities. NNPC Limited remains committed to the safety of its host communities, environmental protection and responsible operation of its facilities. We will provide further updates as verified information becomes available.
Beyond Tarkwa Bay by Peter Oghenetega Oke and Mara Mania by Feranmi Abiola Share Creative Arts Honour Ogaga Ifowodo’s Why Does God Need a Gun? has won The Nigeria Prize for Literature 2026, securing one of Africa’s most prestigious literary honours and its $100,000 cash award. Meanwhile, Beyond Tarkwa Bay by Peter Oghenetega Oke and Mara Mania by Feranmi Abiola have been named joint winners of the inaugural edition of The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, which carries a $20,000 cash award. The winners were announced at NLNG’s Grand Award Night in Lagos on Friday, 9 October 2026. The winning poetry collection was selected from…
Veteran Nigerian rapper Olusegun Osaniyi, popularly known as Lord of Ajasa, has become a United States citizen, prompting an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fellow artistes, music producers and fans. One of the pioneer of mainstream Yoruba rap shared clips, photographs and Instagram stories on his page, #lordofajasa, on Wednesday, holding his American citizenship certificate. Punch
Presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Donald Duke, has described Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri as a “local champion” following the governor’s criticism of his position on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Duke, a former governor of Cross River State, responded to Diri during an interview on Arise Television’s The Morning Show on Thursday, insisting that the coastal road project was not feasible because of its cost and the terrain it would traverse. Diri had expressed disappointment with Duke’s earlier claim that constructing the highway through Bayelsa would be impracticable because of the state’s swampy terrain. The Bayelsa governor, through his…
Rabiu Kwankwaso, vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has defended Peter Obi, the party’s presidential candidate, in the face of the “bogus statistics” allegation lobbed by Vice-President Kashim Shettima. “I respect Peter Obi. But he has gone beyond his mastery of philosophy to make a bogus claim about winning the 2023 presidential election without adducing a shred of evidence to buttress his assertion,” Shettima said on Wednesday. The vice-president described Obi as “the master of bogus statistics and incoherent economic prescriptions”, juxtaposing the adoption of foreign policies without peculiarities with trying to fit a garment designed for a smaller…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday ordered security chiefs to rescue all Nigerians held captive by terrorists, bandits and kidnappers. He said no criminal group should be allowed to maintain a camp anywhere in the country. He also directed security agencies to ensure a peaceful atmosphere for the 2027 general election, warning against voter intimidation and interference in the electoral process by security personnel. Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd.), spoke with reporters on the presidential directives at the State House, Abuja, after a security meeting. The meeting, which lasted more than three hours, was attended by top military, intelligence and law…