The Benue State Government has confirmed the arrest of 33 persons from Northern Nigeria who arrived in Makurdi in two buses and attempted to take residence in a private property at Gyado Villa. The suspicious arrival triggered panic within the community, prompting immediate reports from concerned residents and youth leaders, including a distress call to the government through Barns Dzege and...

At this year’s Ojude Oba Festival, Aṣọ-Òkè fashion once again took center stage. Both women and men dazzled in stunning handwoven cloths, rich brocades, and regal headpieces that reflected deep Yoruba heritage. What makes this tradition so powerful? These fabrics aren’t picked overnight—families plan months ahead, choosing colors and patterns that express status,...

At a time when thousands in Yobe State lack clean water, access to education, and basic healthcare, the state government has approved an additional ₦2.1 billion for the purchase of luxury vehicles in its 2025 budget. This fresh allocation comes on the heels of a staggering ₦6.088 billion already spent on cars in 2024—an amount that accounted for more than half of the state's entire...

Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has just won the Best International Act at the BET Awards 2025, becoming the 5th African and 4th Nigerian artist to claim the prestigious title! This victory marks a huge milestone not just for her career, but for African music as a whole. 🌍Here’s a quick look at all African winners of this award: Davido (2018) 🇳🇬 Burna Boy (2019, 2020, 2021, 2023) 🇳🇬...

Once celebrated as a rising star in Nigeria’s tech and influencer circles, Sapphire Egemasi—popularly known online as the “Tech Queen”—is now at the center of a global scandal. According to @SaharaReporters, she is facing up to 20 years in a U.S. federal prison after being indicted for her alleged role in a multimillion-dollar cyber fraud scheme. The arrest and...