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For ordinary Nigerians, Sterling Bank has once again broadened the notion of corporate citizenship The bank began offering free bus transportation along major thoroughfares in Lagos to ease things for workers Its OneBank platform has evolved into a mobile movement that connects online comfort with real-world survival.  Sterling Bank has once again expanded the definition of corporate citizenship for common Nigerians after igniting a nationwide movement with its Zero Transfer Fees campaign. Regular Lagos residents were greeted with an unexpected present last week when they left their jobs after a long day and buses bearing the Sterling OneBank logo were waiting to transport them home for free. The program, which started as a campaign against bank transfer fees, has now spread to the streets when the bank started providing free bus rides to its clients along important Lagos thoroughfares. This will be done until May 2025 in order to facilitate workers' return from the May Day holiday...

Nigerian TikTok star, Peller, has cried out about being the breadwinner of his family at the young age of 19 In an emotional video making the rounds, the live streamer said he prefers not to visit his family and opened up about wanting to run away Peller’s touching disclosure about being his family’s breadwinner at the young age of 19 raised mixed feelings among Nigerians   Nigerian TikTok star, Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, aka Peller, has cried out about being weighed down by the responsibilities of being his family’s breadwinner.  Just recently, the live streamer was on TikTok live with Sandra Benede when he looked sullen. When asked what the issue was, Peller opened up about not liking what he's facing with his family at his young age.  Peller said that despite not being 20 yet, he is facing a lot of things he should not be experiencing at this time in his life. He said:  “I don’t like what I’m facing at this young age, I’m not yet even up to 20 and I’m already fac...

Primate Elijah Ayodele has called on the federal government to be more vigilant in terms of securing the country against bandit attacks The cleric warned that agents of destruction are planning to carry out major attacks in some parts of northern Nigeria and some states in the southwest Ayodele mentioned that the security agents should be vigilant in Abuja, particularly the national mosque, Kano, Lagos and Ogun  The spiritual leader of the Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, has urged the federal government to immediately strengthen security in the north and some southwest states.  In a recent revelation, the cleric explained that this would help to prevent major security breaches in the mentioned areas while calling for fervent prayers to prevent imminent calamities from happening.  Ayodele prophesied criminal attacks in Nigeria According to The Sun, Ayodele gave the prophecy in an interview, saying that it was revealed to him that crimin...

  It's IVD's birthday, and Blessing CEO is prepared to go to any length to show the world how much she loves him The self-proclaimed relationship therapist triggered discourse online after she shared a video with her boo, IVD, on his special day There was an Igbo song playing in the background, and she sang to him beautifully, while he blushed. Blessing had publicly declared her relationship with Ikechukwu Ogbonna, aka IVD, Instagram-official a few months ago. She shared a video of their proposal recently, even though many online users are still in doubt. Nonetheless, they have continued to show each other off against all odds.  It is well known that IVD lost his first wife, Bimbo Martins, in a fire incident on October 15, 2022. Following his incident, Blessing defended him and subsequently unveiled their relationship.  Blessing CEO wrote: "IVD Birthday boy @ivd001. I did not know I will love you this much to want to do life with u. When I met you I honestly wanted you to...

A Nigerian lady shared why her stepfather took the place of her father during her wedding ceremony She stated that she invited her biological father to the event, but certain conditions made her do the wedding without him Many reacted as the lady's story went viral, with some sharing their similar experiences about their dads.  A Nigerian lady opened up about how her biological father failed to attend her wedding despite her inviting him.   She stated that her father had been absent from her life for 25 years, but she decided to invite him to her wedding.  The lady's story was shared by @tbque01 on TikTok, as she opened up on why her stepfather eventually took his place.  “My absent dad got the shocker of his life when he gave my mum certain conditions before accepting to come for my wedding. The wedding held without him and my step dad sat as my dad. He as been crying us a river bcos tell me why you are acting like you are doing us a Favour after 25 years of be...

A lady who agreed to be a surrogate mother for a couple has reportedly ran away with twins which she was carrying The surrogate mother disappeared with the twin pregnancy despite agreeing to help the couple bearing the children She reportedly ran away when she was 34-weeks pregnant even as the distraught couple have been waiting for 19 years for a child.  A lady has reportedly disappeared with a pregnancy she was carrying on behalf of a childless couple.  She had agreed to help the couple carry the babies as they had been waiting to have children for many years.  According to the story which is trending on social media, the lady ran away with the twin pregnancy when it got to the 34th week.  The story was shared on Instagram by Ijeoma Daisy. It is said that the woman who wanted the babies is almost 50.  The story goes: "Omo!!!! Surrogate Mother vanished with couple's twin babies at 34 weeks. The couple has been waiting since 2006, 19 WHOLE YEARS !!! Biological m...

A Nigerian lady has shared a heart warming video of her brothers dancing happily as she tied the knot with her lover According to the lady, she had rejected plenty suitors, causing her brothers to worry that she might never get married However, they felt over the moon when she finally accepted one of her suitors and tied the knot with him in a grand ceremony.  A Nigerian family's joyful reaction to their sister's grand wedding has captured the hearts of many TikTok users.  The bride's brothers were visibly overjoyed as they danced with abandon following their sister's nuptials.   Bride's brothers dance as sister gets married The bride, who goes by the TikTok handle @chinenyemachy, shared the video showing her brothers' overwhelming joy.  In the video, the brothers were seen beaming with joy as they celebrated with their sister who was officially off the market.  According to the bride, her brothers had grown concerned about her marital life after she reject...

  Popular Nigerian content creator, Peller, has expressed deep disappointment over his inability to stream the 17th Headies Awards ceremony live on his channel Peller claimed that certain individuals deliberately frustrated his efforts by giving him unreasonable conditions and refusing to support him despite earlier promises The skit maker further revealed that most of the celebrities he had looked forward to seeing at the event did not show up.  Popular Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Habeeb Hamsat, also known as Peller, has openly expressed his disappointment after being unable to livestream the 17th Headies Awards.  The ceremony was held on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. In a video clip that surfaced online, Peller, looking visibly dejected, explained that despite making every effort to stream the prestigious event for his followers, several barriers were intentionally placed in his way by people he had trusted to assist him....

A Nigerian caterer shared what happened at an event she cooked for, which didn’t hold after her client was kidnapped She narrated how the party organiser was kidnapped, and none of the guests showed up after she had cooked a large quantity of meals The caterer shared how much the food was worth and how most of it got spoiled because of the incident.  A Nigerian caterer shared how she cooked for an event where no guests showed up. She narrated how her client, the party organiser, was kidnapped, and her guests were scared to come to the event.  In a video by @Cy_loves__food on TikTok, the Imo state-based caterer shared a video of the empty event centre where chairs and decorations had been set up. She said.  “POV: You cooked for an event and it did not hold. God help us in the country ooo The insecurity is too much !!!.”  In the comments, she gave more details on the incident. She said: “Nigeria happened to my client. My client had a near death experience with kidnappe...

A Nigerian woman shared why she named her daughter “Determine” after many wondered about the name In a viral video, the woman shared the reason for giving her daughter such a name as she opened up on the girl’s native name Many who came across the video shared their thoughts on the girl’s name, as they shared similar experiences. A Nigerian girl named Determine went viral after her mother shared the reason behind the name. The woman shared how the name was her husband’s idea while she was pregnant with the child.  In a viral video by @daisyomosigho on TikTok, the girl’s sister, Daisy, shared how people were surprised when she called her sister’s name. To explain the reason behind the name, Daisy featured her mother in the video.  Mother shares why her daughter was named Determine The mother said that when her husband told her to name their child Determine, she was surprised and did not agree at first because she didn’t like the name.  However, her husband refused to give ...

Legendary Juju singer, King Sunny Ade, has been declared missing by his daughter, Damilola Adeniyi-Adegeye In a series of posts going viral, Damilola claimed King Sunny Ade had been kidnapped by his step-brother and manager Damilola also shared details about King Sunny Ade’s health and what she alleged his abductors had been doing to him However, the singer's aide denied the rumoured kidnapping and health challenge as claimed by Damilola.  Legendary Juju singer, King Sunny Ade, has reportedly been kidnapped, according to his daughter, Damilola Esther Adeniyi-Adegeye. On April 28, 2025, a media personality identified as @Akanbitheduke on Instagram took to his page to amplify King Sunny Ade’s daughter’s cries for help about her father’s safety. In a lengthy post, he explained how he had personally tried to contact the 78-year-old musician before a friend reached out to him on the daughter’s behalf over concerns about King Sunny Ade.  According to Akanbi, all efforts of KSA’s clo...

  The main reason the FCT High Court sitting in Abuja sentenced late popular gospel singer, Osinachi's husband to death has emerged Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme ruled that the prosecution proved its case against Osinachi's husband beyond reasonable doubt Osinachi, the Ekwueme crooner, died on April 8, 2022, and was buried on June 25, 2022, in her hometown Isiochi Umunneochi in Abia State .  FCT, Abuja - Peter Nwachukwu, the husband of the late popular gospel singer, Osinachi, was sentenced to death by hanging three years after the tragic incident in Abuja, the nation’s capital.  In addition to the death sentence, Nwachukwu received multiple jail terms and fines for related offences including spousal abuse and cruelty to children.  Nwachukwu was found guilty and prosecuted on a 23-count charge by the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation. The convict was alleged to have forcefully pushed his late wife out of a moving vehicle. Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme esta...

Verydarkman has reacted to the arrest of billionaire businessman, E-Money and shared why he was detained In the clip, he also spoke about Okoya's children while comparing the two cases with each other The activist also shared the plan of the agency against some celebrities, as he gave a stern warning to the agency.  Martins Vincent Otse, aka, Verydarkman, has reacted to the arrest of billionaire businessman, E-Money popularly known as Emeka Okonkwo Daniel, over alleged money mutilation during a party.  The billionaire had attended businessman, Obinna Iyiegbu's 50th birthday a few days ago and was seen spraying dollars during the ceremony.  He was later picked at his residence and whisked to Abuja for questioning over the video of his action at the party. Reacting to the news, the TikToker alleged that E-Money was visited by 50 men who stormed his residence and took him to the Economic and Financial Crime's Commission's Office. He added that he was detained over there an...

As Canada's economy expands and diversifies, there is an increasing need for skilled workers It is usually easier for applicants in high-demand occupations to get a Canadian work visa Under the immigration and work permit regimes, these high-demand jobs are prioritised.  The demand for skilled individuals in a variety of areas is rising as Canada's economy grows and diversifies.  Pursuing a job with high demand might significantly increase an individual's chances of being approved for immigration and obtaining a Canadian work visa. Candidates in high-demand occupations typically have an easier time obtaining a Canadian work visa since these positions are given priority under immigration and work permit systems.  These are Canada's top 10 most sought-after careers for 2025, with good chances of obtaining a work visa, according to recent data sourced by The Nation:  1. Registered nurse To meet the demands of an aging population and growing medical demands, Canada's he...

  Steve Crown has been captured kissing his bride in church during their white wedding, which took place on April 26 After the officiating minister permitted him to kiss her, he became very dramatic and went backward as he wanted to run His colleague, Joe Praize, was busy cheering him on to kiss his wife, fans also reacted after seeing the way he kissed her. In a new video which made the rounds online, the officiating minister asked him to kiss his wife. He first moved backward and clapped. He also tried to calm himself down before moving close to his wife. They both held each others hands and kissed vigorously for a couple of minutes before the video end.  Fans of the music star also shared their take after seeing the number of minutes Steve Crown took to kiss his wife in church. Some called him a worldly singer, while others were amazed that he could be that free in public. Recall that Steve Crown had announced his engagement to his wife a few weeks ago and shared details ab...

A Nigerian girl who went to write the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) had gone missing Her family raised an alarm on X, and a search started immediately after the JAMB candidate was not seen in 24 hours However, on Saturday, April 26, her brother made another post, indicating that the girl has been found in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun state.  Esther Oluwafayofunmi Oladele, a young girl who went missing after going to write the 2025 JAMB, has been found alive.  The girl's family raised an alarm after she left home and was not seen for more than 24 hours.  According to a post made on X by her brother, she was going from Epe to Ajah around 1pm on Thursday, April 24. The intention was that she would spend the night with a family member and then proceed to the JAMB centre the next day, Friday, April 25.  Esther sent a message to her sister, saying she was scared and that she thought she had entered the wrong vehicle. Esther's brother, Rickson____ wrote: "It’s a...

  A Nigerian man shared how he lost his wife after a power failure during her operation in the hospital He narrated how the hospital generator didn’t have fuel and what happened when the fuel was eventually brought Many who came across the man’s post sympathised with him and prayed for his late wife to rest in Peace.  A Nigerian man, identified as UB Shehu on Facebook, shared how he lost his wife after a power failure during her operation.  His Facebook posts read: “I just lost my wife. 35minutes into My wife's operation, NEPA took light , and no fuel in the theater Gen, at jummai babangida aliyu General hospital. Minutes later, they brought the fuel after pouring it in the Gen, it has refused to start, they had to look for mechanic, My wife was still inside the theatre.  “One of the nurses told me that i should not worry operation has continued even without light, they had alternative(lamp or touch light)as usual. Mechanic had arrived but there are things he had to ...

Household kerosene has become scarce and expensive in Nigeria, with prices reaching up to N2,000 per litre on the black market Petroleum marketers explained that the scarcity is mainly due to low consumer demand, slow sales, and a preference for cleaner energy options Consumers shared their struggles with the high cost, while calling on the government to intervene in reducing the soaring price.  Many Nigerians are struggling to find Household Kerosene (HHK), also known as kerosene, as it becomes scarce and very expensive. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a survey in Abuja showed that kerosene is now sold between N1,000 and N1,100 per litre at a few fuel stations. At black markets, the price is even higher.  Because of this scarcity, many households are now switching to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly called cooking gas, for their daily needs.  Marketers blame low kerosene demand for shortages Dr Billy Gillis-Harry, President of the Petroleum Retailer...

  A young Nigerian lady has shared her pain on social media after a commercial driver left his passengers in the bush at midnight According to the lady, the driver ran away at exactly 12am and didn't return, leaving them stranded in the early hours of the morning Comm enting on the story, a Nigerian man, Phillip Chukwuemeka, advised people to be cautious when boarding night buses. A worrisome incident unfolded in the early hours of the morning when a commercial driver abandoned his passengers in a remote area, leaving them stranded until dawn.  The passengers, who had boarded a night bus headed east, found themselves deserted in the bush at exactly midnight.  Lady cries out after driver abandoned passengers The driver reportedly failed to return, forcing the passengers to spend the night in the bush until 6am.  The clip captured the anger and frustration of the passengers as they lamented their unexpected situation. In the video, the passengers could be seen and hear...

The FBI has arrested 22 Nigerians in connection with a global sextortion scheme blamed for over 20 teen suicides in the U.S. since 2021 Operation Artemis, a first-of-its-kind international effort involving law enforcement agencies from Nigeria, Canada, Australia, and the U.K., led to these arrests In a statement, the FBI revealed the emotional devastation caused by these crimes, noting that despite victims' payments, threats often persisted, leading to suicides. The FBI has arrested 22 Nigerians allegedly involved in a financially motivated sextortion scheme that has been blamed for more than 20 teen suicides in the United States since 2021.  The agency announced in a statement shared on its website on Thursday, April 24, 2025. In the report, the arrests were part of a first-of-its-kind global operation, codenamed Artemis, conducted in collaboration with law enforcement agencies in Canada, Australia, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom.  As reported by The Punch, the FBI launched ...

  A Nigerian man raised the alarm as his sister went missing while going to write her JAMB exam in Lagos He mentioned her last location and the last message she sent to her sister during her trip from Epe to Ajah Many who came across the post lamented the route she took and prayed for her safe and quick return.   A Nigerian man on X raised the alarm as his sister went missing while on her way to write the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams.  The young lady had moved from Epe to Ajah on Thursday, April 24, 2025, for her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME).  In an X post by @Rickson____, the man stated that the exam was scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, as the exams kicked off. He added that it’s been almost 24 hours they heard from her, as he shared the message she sent to her other sister.   The post read: “It’s almost 24hrs we haven’t heard from my sister, she was going to Epe from Ajah around 1pm yesterday (Thursday)...

A bride got many people emotional as she insisted on visiting her late parents’ grave on her wedding day She wore her beautiful wedding dress and went to where her late parents were buried, accompanied by family members Many cried as the bride became emotional after visiting her parents’ grave, sparking reactions online  A Nigerian bride made an unusual demand before going to the church for her white wedding. She insisted on visiting the graveside of her late parents on her wedding day.  When she got to the grave, a man poured alcoholic drinks on where her parents were buried while she looked on.  She became emotional as she visited her parents' grave, alongside family members present.  "POV: The bride's parents are late and it's her wedding day. This was a very emotional moment for us. She insisted that we must visit her late parents grave first before leaving for her church wedding."  Reactions as bride visits parents' graveside @Nene said: "My mum died...

  The U.S. Visa Waiver Program allows travelers from over 40 countries to visit the U.S. without a visa for up to 90 days, using ESTA approval Recent restrictions bar individuals who visited countries like Iran, North Korea, or Cuba from using the program, even if they hold eligible passports Dual nationals and those with past travel to restricted nations must apply for a visa instead, with exceptions granted in limited diplomatic or military cases. Citizens of over 40 countries can visit the United States without a visa for short stays, thanks to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), a long-standing U.S. initiative aimed at promoting travel and commerce.  However, updated regulations and specific exclusions mean not every passport holder from eligible nations will automatically qualify.  Under the program as detailed on the US Department of State website, visitors can travel to the U.S. for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days without needing a visa. To do so, travele...

A 25-year-old lady celebrated as she returned to Nigeria after spending many years in the United Kingdom She stated that she ran away from the United Kingdom and shared her reason for leaving the country Many who came across the video shared their thoughts on the lady’s reason for leaving the United Kingdom.   She also shared her journey on the day of her return, stating that she left her home at 3:30am to board an Air Peace flight from London to Lagos. She said: “Fly with me to Nigeria 🇳🇬 for the first time in a long time using Air Peace, the first Nigerian airline to have direct flight from London to Lagos.” In the comments, she revealed that she paid £1,300. See how her journey went:  In a video by @dewdailyy on TikTok, the lady noted that she ran away from the United Kingdom to escape depression and for her mental health.  She captioned the video:  “Day in the life of a 25 year old who ran away from the UK to Lagos Nigeria to escape depression and for her ...