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  Streaming giant, Spotify, has released its list of ‘Top 5 Female Afrobeats Artists In The Last 12 Months’, with Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr topping the list. Spotify hailed Ayra Starr as “the pop star of Afrobeats”. Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems is number two on the list. At number 3 is American-Cameroonian singer, Libianca.  Malian-French star Aya Nakamura took the fourth spot, while British-Nigerian singer Darkoo completed the top 5. South African singer, Tyla, was surprisingly missing from the list despite winning all the major Afrobeats awards in the past one year. Spotify also released the list of Top 5 Afrobeats Artists In Latin America. The list was entirely occupied by Nigerian musicians. Rema is number one of the list, Ayra Starr took the second spot, while CKay completes the top 3. Burna Boy and Wizkid are number 4 and 5, respectively.

Federal Government cancels tuition and approved charges in all Federal Science and Technical Colleges nationwide to widen access to technical education Education Minister Tunji Alausa warns principals and administrators against collecting unauthorized fees from parents or guardians Students will only provide personal boarding items as monitoring teams move to enforce full compliance across all colleges.  The Federal Government has approved a nationwide tuition-free policy for all Federal Science and Technical Colleges, removing the cost barrier for thousands of students seeking technical education. The initiative, which also cancels several mandatory charges, is aimed at expanding access to skills-based learning and supporting families struggling with rising school expenses.  FG launches tuition-free technical education nationwide According to the Federal Ministry of Education, the policy eliminates payments for boarding, uniforms, textbooks, exercise books, prospectus, identi...

A bride wowed her guests as she paid tribute at her parents’ graveside before her first bridal entrance What she did after getting to the graveside moved people to tears as the video went viral on social media Some hailed her for being strong, while others shared their similar experiences about losing parents.  A bride paid tribute at her late parents’ graveside during her traditional wedding ceremony. She danced to the graveside before her first traditional wedding entrance.  In the video by @mcbernnie, the bride danced to her parents' graveside, which was in the compound where the ceremony was held.  “Bride pays tribute to her late parents before her first entrance. We are sure mummy and daddy are smiling down on their beautiful daughter. So thoughtful from our bride @becca_odilinye. It was all shades of awesomeness as we celebrated their Traditional Marriage and delivered like a Hebrew woman as usual.”  Reactions trail bride’s tribute to late parents kcsweet said:...

A young and hardworking Nigerian lady has inspired many social media users with a video showing her amazing skill In the video, the lady who currently makes great furniture, recounted how her father is had advised her to learn carpentry skill Massive reactions trailed her video on TikTok as netizens showered her with accolades and words of encouragement.  A Nigerian lady's impressive carpentry skills have caught the attention of social media users. She posted a video on TikTok that quickly went viral and garnered encouraging comments from netizens. According to her, her father had encouraged her to acquire the skill, which she had since developed into a great source of income.  Her video captured her works and also gave a brief insight into her journey as a female carpenter. "POV: You listened to your dad and learnt that skill. Hi my name is Kasi. I'm a female carpenter and I'm looking forward to be in your faces soon. Support my business. Thank you," she captione...

  A survivor of the Afriland Tower fire has finally broken her silence days after the incident, which claimed 10 lives On Tuesday, September 16, fire broke out at the popular building, with the source traced to an inverter room in the basement Recounting the incident, a lady who worked in the building on that Tuesday said it was a traumatic and sad experience.  A lady who survived the Afriland Tower fire has described the incident as sad and traumatic.  The survivor's experience was shared on Facebook by her sister, Ronnie Ojo, who noted that she was trauamatised for days after the incident but is now doing well and opened up about what happened. "The Afriland Tower fire incident left my sister traumatized for days, but thankfully, she's finally opened up about it and is doing well now," Ronnie wrote while sharing screenshots of her sister's narration believed to have been posted on her WhatsApp status.  Afriland Tower survivor shares what happened The survivor re...

  UK is now considering slashing visa fees and reducing the challenges for applications to lure global talents The move comes as Trump hikes US H-1B visa costs to $100,000 and urges firms to priorities American nationals Britain’s global talent taskforce, chaired by Patrick Vallance, explores measures to boost growth and attract world-class professionals.  Britain is weighing plans to slash visa fees and speed up applications for leading foreign academics and digital experts. This move is expected to attract top US scientists away from home, attract global talent, and challenge President Donald Trump’s efforts to keep talent in America. The Financial Times UK said Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s “global talent taskforce” is reviewing measures to reduce costs and streamline paperwork, officials said.  Treasury ministers are also exploring ways to attract elite researchers and innovators as part of a growth strategy. Why UK is reviewing its global talent visa? The proposals t...

Geh Geh, in a new video, issued advice to Nigerian men on a single action they should take before the beginning of 2026 The self-proclaimed financial expert shared reasons men should focus on their lives over relationships Geh Geh's new advice to men triggered reactions from social media users, including Cubana Chief priest.  In a new video he shared on Wednesday, September 24, GehGeh shared reasons why men should abandon their girlfriends before 2026. GehGeh, who queried what many men have been able to achieve in 2025 despite their resolutions at the beginning of the year, advised them against wasting their energy on ladies who don't love them. According to the financial expert, men should focus on being successful rather than building relationships with ladies who could leave them for a better life.  GehGeh stated that men need to keep working until they no longer need an introduction, adding that their female partners could ditch them irrespective of the number of years the...

  A young Nigerian lady has shared her happiness with social media users after getting married to the love of her life In a video, she threw shades at those who said she won't be able to marry a rich young man because she was a single mother Massive reactions trailed her video shared on the TikTok app as netizens congratulated her in the comments section.  A Nigerian single mother has been congratulated by her followers on social media after happily announcing her wedding. In a video, she responded to critics who had doubted her chances of marrying a wealthy partner due to her status as a single mother.  Single mother overjoyed as she ties knot The lady, known on TikTok as @skyangelsophia2, took the opportunity to address her critics, implying that she had proven them wrong by securing a marriage with a rich young man.  She posted a video from her traditional wedding, happily noting that congratulatory messages finally got to her. "Single mothers no dey marry rich yo...

  A Nigerian lady has expressed her happiness on social media after getting engaged to a man that she met just five months ago According to her, she had already lost hope about getting into a relationship before the young man came along While sharing her experience on social media, she gave gratitude to God for granting her marital desire.  A Nigerian lady's joy knew no bounds after getting engaged to a man she had known for just five months.  She shared her excitement with friends and followers online, and expressed her gratitude for the unexpected 'miracle'. Lady finds love after losing hope The lady, identified by the handle @benish001 on TikTok, posted a video of the romantic proposal.  The clip showed the moment her partner made her blush hard as he proposed to her, surrounded by friends. According to the lady, she had earlier lost hope of finding a partner and was no longer keen about being in love. However, her life took a positive turn when she met her fiancé...

Pastor Victor Great, the lead cleric of Zion Ark of Covenant International Bible Church Inc. in Delta State, struggled to walk unaided as he returned to his church after 21 days of fasting According to his church's report, Victor embarked on 21 days of dry fasting, and did not eat food, drink water or consume fruits A video released by the church showed the pastor being carried into the church due to his physical condition as a result of the fasting.  The lead pastor of Zion Ark of Covenant International Bible Church Inc., Delta state, caused a commotion in his church as he returned after 21 days of fasting.  In a video released on his church's Facebook page, the Warri-based cleric was helped and carried into the church as he struggled to walk unaided.  The returning pastor wore a white outfit, along with all his church officials who assisted him. His members all adorned in white as if it were a dress code of sorts.  Members, believed to be church workers, carried Vi...

  The United States, US, has warned that corrupt Nigerian government officials risk visa restrictions. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the US Mission in Nigeria said fighting corruption has no borders and that accountability extends to high-profile individuals. “Fighting corruption knows no borders or limits on accountability. Even when high-profile individuals engage in corruption, they can be barred from receiving US Visas,” the Mission said. The US had in the past imposed visa restrictions on politicians accused of undermining democratic processes and engaging in electoral malpractices. The latest warning comes at a time when transparency advocates have raised concerns over alleged mismanagement of public funds and abuse of office across different levels of government in Nigeria. Washington maintains that denying entry to corrupt officials is part of its broader strategy to promote good governance, accountability, and respect for the rule of law in part...

  Socialite, Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has celebrated the academic milestone of Ekuma Jeremiah, the Lagos traffic hawker who captured national attention in 2022 after his act of generosity went viral. Ekuma, a former roadside vendor, became a sensation when he was filmed handing out money to inmates inside a Nigerian Correctional Service vehicle in Ajah, Lagos. The clip touched millions across the country and earned him recognition, including support from Obi Cubana. Reflecting on their encounter, Cubana revealed that Jeremiah was offered financial assistance and several lucrative opportunities.  However, he turned them down to focus on completing his law degree at Ebonyi State University. Sharing the update via Instagram on Monday, Cubana praised Jeremiah’s decision and determination. “On January 19, 2022, when opportunities were placed before you, you chose education! You made the best choice. Today, you are a 2025 law graduate,” he wrote. The socialite ...

  A Nigerian man refused to kneel for his girlfriend during a marriage proposal, insisting he was not begging her, but later bowed to pressure The man, said to be from Benin, argued strongly against kneeling and told the people around him that it was not necessary After several moments of back and forth and mockery from those present, he eventually surprised everyone by kneeling to propose.  A Nigerian man who initially refused to kneel for his girlfriend during a marriage proposal eventually succumbed to pressure and went on his knees to propose.  He explained why he did it in the video after the proposal, and the lady accepted the ring from him.  The man was later challenged by a woman in the video, suspected to be his girlfriend, after his earlier refusal to kneel. At first, he stated that he wouldn’t kneel for his girlfriend, stressing that he was not begging her at all.  After several back-and-forth moments, he eventually knelt before her as they proceeded ...

A captivating video shared on social media has captured the moment a woman distributed an expensive gift at a wedding A TikTok user who shared the video claimed that the woman shared expensive iPads to some guests at the wedding Massive reactions trailed the video on TikTok as social media users stormed the comments section to react.  A Nigerian woman's lavish gesture at a wedding ceremony has caught the attention of social media users.  The woman reportedly distributed expensive gifts to guests, sparking massive reactions from netizens who viewed the video.  Woman reportedly shares iPads at wedding In the video shared by TikTok user @am_maupdatehq, the woman was captured handing out the luxurious items to guests.  According to the poster, the gifts were iPads, which were alleged to have been given out as souvenirs. "Yoruba doesn't play when it comes to souvenirs. Moment she started sharing ipad. See doings," the poster said. 

  Philomena Osawaru, the mother-in-law of singer Innocent Idibia, aka 2Face, has told the music star and his wife, Natasha, that she wants to see a baby when next she visits them. Mrs Osawaru gave the charge at the Idibia’s residence in Lagos on Friday while celebrating the legendary musician’s 50th birthday. She noted that she’s delighted to have the singer as her son-in-law, and prayed that he continues to age with grace.  “It’s a joy and delight to have you as my son-in-law… Innocent Idibia, at 50, you’re looking 25. When some of us are praying to age gracefully, God has done it for you already. You will continue to age gracefully, In Jesus’ name. Amen. “By the time we come next, we will see the baby crawling around,” she said.

  A lady who lost her mum got emotional as her stepmother laid wrappers for her on her sign-out day What she said about her stepmother got people talking, as she did something unexpected while walking on the wrapper Many who came across the video celebrated the lady and shared their experience with their stepmothers.  A young lady shared how her stepmother honoured her at her sign-out celebration in school.  The lady, who had lost her mum, showed how her stepmother laid wrappers for her to walk on.  In a video by @princessannie329 on TikTok, the lady showed how she walked on the wrappers laid on the floor. She knelt on the wrapper and lay down on it before continuing her walk to where her stepmother stood.  The lady said: "My mom couldn’t live to see this day so my stepmom made sure she was present! Too many emotions! Y’all I graduated today!" 

A Nigerian man went viral after launching an unusual challenge to wash 10,000 dishes in hopes of catching the attention of Viva Detergent In one video, the man revealed he had already washed 1,500 plates, admitting he was super tired The daring attempt sparked massive reactions on social media, with celebrity chef Hilda Baci and several Nigerians weighing in.  A Nigerian man goes viral as he set to wash 10,000 dishes to get the attention of Viva detergent and popular celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, reacted to his attempt.  He shared a series of videos on his TikTok page which detailed the plan and showed him washing different dishes.  Man’s 10,000-dish wash challenge goes viral He revealed in one of the videos that he had washed over a thousand dishes, and the footage showed him continuing to wash more to attract the brand’s attention.  Many individuals have also reacted to the video including popular celebrity chef, Hilda Baci.  The said individual shared the post ...

Singer Spyro has finally found love in an unusual place, sharing details of the lady who captured his heart In the post, he revealed where he saw her and what she was doing there, while sharing her pictures Fans reacted to the post, sharing their hot takes about the music star and his lady.  Gospel singer, Oluwadipe Oluwasanmi David, professionally known as Spyro, recently broke many ladies' hearts after announcing that he was engaged to his lover, Janet Atom.  In his Instagram post, the music star shared pictures of his fiancée and photos from their engagement.  According to Spyro, he found love in an unusual place. He revealed that on March 30, 2024, at exactly 2:48 AM, his prayer for a life partner was answered. Spyro explained that he met his lover at a club where she was working, and ever since that encounter, he has lived every day as a happy man.  The music star added that his lover had said yes to his proposal and that he couldn’t wait to spend the rest of hi...

A Nigerian man living abroad said he hasn’t bought tomatoes in weeks, relying entirely on his backyard farm He showcased a huge harvest, including a big bowl of fresh tomatoes, explaining that he harvests almost as much in days The video quickly went viral as viewers expressed amazement and curiosity at his backyard farm and harvest.  A Nigerian man based in the United States disclosed that he hasn’t been to the market to buy tomatoes in weeks, as he showed off the large harvest from his backyard farm.  He began the video by giving viewers a tour of his farm, before displaying a big bowl filled with freshly harvested tomatoes.  Nigerian man abroad shows off tomato harvest According to him, he hasn’t visited the market in weeks because he has been using tomatoes straight from his farm, which is just behind his house.  The Tiktok user @kollinzwoods_, proudly showed off his garden while explaining and despite not buying from the market, he said:  “I have enough tom...

A Nigerian single father with 8 kids celebrated on social media as he was set to get married for the first time He shared how his kids reacted to his marriage in a viral video that sparked mixed reactions from netizens His family's video and pictures of his wife-to-be and kids caught people’s attention on social media.  A single father, Moses Amebienomo, who has eight children, celebrated as he got set to get married to his heartthrob.  He shared how the lady accepted him and his kids, as he stated that his era of being a single father had ended.  In a TikTok video by @celebrity_carpenter, the man shared videos and photos with his fiancée and kids. He said:  “POV: The end of my single father era. I have found my happiness. I have found my peace. I have found my joy. Pray for my family. She accepted me with my 8kids, my flaws, my weaknesses, my childishness, my bad mouth, my stubbornness and my imperfections as an angel would. I love you Princess Aisha, it’s forever o...

Miz Vicky has sent a lovely message and shared a short video to celebrate comedian Basketmouth on his birthday In the post, the comedian was seen with Miz Vicky, who was touching him in some personal areas Fans reacted after watching the video and reading the message the movie producer wrote to Basketmouth.  Award-winning movie producer, Victoria Eze, better known as Miz Vicky, has stirred massive uproar online over the message she sent to comedian Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, on his birthday.  The humour merchant recently clocked a new age, and Miz Vicky celebrated him with a sweet message online.  In her post, she shared a private video of the two of them, which suggested there might be more than friendship between them. In the clip, Miz Vicky was seen touching and rubbing Basketmouth all over his body, even moving her hands close to his private area before stopping.  The way they looked at each other also gave the impression that something was g...

A Nigerian man whose United Kingdom visa was banned for 10 years has finally reunited with his wife Their daughter said her parents had not seen each other for 19 years, giving details of what caused the long distance She opened up about why her father had a 10-year ban on his UK visa as their emotional reunion moved people to tears.  A Nigerian man whose United Kingdom visa was banned for 10 years has finally reunited with his wife after 19 years of staying apart.  Their daughter shared the video of her parents’ reunion and mentioned why her father was banned from the UK for 10 years. In a video by @aladunniad on TikTok, the elderly couple hugged and kissed after they reunited. The video was captioned:  “Seeing my parents reunite after living apart for 19 years is an experience I will never forget. It was a mix of emotions tears, joy, laughter but above all, gratitude to God for making this moment possible. Truly, only God can write such stories.”  Sharing more deta...

  After cooking the largest pot of jollof rice, Hilda Baci’s team took to the streets of Lagos to share plates of the food A video showing how the food was distributed sparked mixed reactions from netizens, as the location was mentioned This came after Hilda Baci attempted to cook the largest pot of jollof rice in the world to break a Guinness World Record.  Plates of Hilda Baci’s jollof rice were distributed to people on the streets of Lagos after the just-concluded record-breaking cooking event.  Popular Nigerian chef Hilda Baci had announced online that she would be attempting to make history by cooking the largest pot of jollof rice ever.  Hilda Baci distributes jollof rice after event In a video by @lwd_nni on TikTok, the plates of rice were being distributed to people on the street.  The video was captioned: "The jollof rice from the largest pot has been shared on the streets of Lagos. The rest has been moved to Gbagada. If you're around, stop by and get y...

  The high rate of visa rejections and relocation costs is forcing many Nigerians to consider options in their migration journey The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada have turned down the visa applications of many Nigerians With the current state of things, there is a need for them to cast their nets wider in search of nations that offer friendlier entry points without endless hurdles.  The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada have become the ever-ready options for many Nigerians considering migrating to greener pastures. The recent high rate of visa rejections has forced many to cast their nets wider in search of nations with a friendly visa scheme. S everal countries are quietly opening their doors with simplified visa schemes.  These countries offer affordable living and clear pathways to residency.  3 Countries With Friendly Visa Schemes  1. Germany Work and Student-Friendly Pathways Germany has a Job Seeker Visa, which allows qualified ...

  The Department of State Service, DSS, has given a one-week ultimatum to human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, to delete what it described as a ‘false, malicious, and inciting’ social media post about President Bola Tinubu. The DSS, in a letter dated September 7, alleged that Sowore made criminal and derogatory remarks against the President in a post on X on August 26. It warned that failure to take down the post will force it to explore all lawful means to protect national security and public order. Recall  that Sowore, the former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC and pro-democracy activist, had in the post described President Tinubu as a criminal. The publisher of Sahara Reporter also accused the president of lying to Nigerians after he (Tinubu) reportedly claimed that corruption no longer existed under his administration. Responding through its Director of Legal Services, Uwem Davies, the DSS said the remarks have sparked anger among citizens and ...

Rumours circulated online on Sunday claiming Juju musician Ebenezer Obey had died after suffering a stroke In a new video with his sons, the legendary singer appeared alive and well, singing praises to God Obey described the false report as “lies from the kingdom of darkness” while assuring fans he is healthy.  Nigerian music icon Ebenezer Obey has dismissed renewed claims that he passed away after allegedly suffering a stroke.  The 83-year-old Juju music legend, fondly called “Chief Commander,” appeared in a video shared via his Instagram page on Sunday, where he joyfully sang I Have a God Who Never Fails alongside his two sons.  The singer laughed off the rumours, insisting he is alive and in good health.  In the clip, the veteran singer expressed displeasure over the false news of his death, describing it as an evil plot.  “People of God, ladies and gentlemen, the enemies have come again. I left Lagos this morning for London, and I arrived in London a few hou...

  At age 70, Pete Maie appears nervous at the start of a job interview to work as a part-time parcel delivery driver for a German logistics company.  "It's a little stressful but I'm happy to be here," said the former soldier and retired logistics manager, a blue shirt tucked neatly into his trousers. Five years after he formally retired, Maie is re-entering the labour market with the help of specialised recruitment agency Unique Seniors.  "I'm available immediately and ready to work as long as my body allows," he said. If it were up to Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government, many elderly people would follow Maie's lead to help fast-ageing Germany grapple with the twin challenges of a high pension burden and a shortage of skilled labour. By last year, the cost of the pension system had ballooned to 408 billion euros ($475 billion) according to the Labour Ministry -- a 60 percent rise from 2010.  Retirees now represent a quarter of the national po...

Borno governor, Babagana Zulum, has approved the sum of N250,000 and N50,000 for fathers and mothers of 90 students for enrolling their wards in secondary schools in northern Borno Governor Zulum also announced a fresh package for the students, as well as free daily meals to support their education Zulum further announced scholarships for some of the students who sang the enrolment songs at the event on Friday, September 5. Babagana Umara Zulum, the governor of Borno, has approved the provision of free meals for students and financial assistance of up to N300,000 for parents of pupils who were enrolled on secondary school in the Magumeri Local Government Area of the state.  The council, which is located in the northern part of Borno, has been confronted with low enrollment in secondary schools for Western education. The situation worsened with the decade of insurgency in the state.  Governor Zulum, while speaking at the inauguration of the Higher Islamic College in Gajiganna, ...

  The rift between May Yul-Edochie, estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, and her former lawyer, Emeka Ugwuonye, has escalated further after Ugwuonye took to social media to release private conversations he allegedly had with her regarding her divorce proceedings. Ugwuonye took to Facebook on Friday, sharing screenshots of chats between himself and May, claiming he had guided and supported her during the legal process. According to him, he offered her premium treatment, only for her to betray his trust.  The lawyer accused May of being dishonest and manipulative, describing her as a “liar” and a “fake person”. He went on to caution May to pray he does not release more evidence that could further damage her reputation. “If you see the chats between us, you will understand how fake May is and what a terrible liar she is. All those who believe her are just pitiable. “Can you see how I was guiding her on when to get to court. I gave this woman first class treatment. I wou...