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A Nigerian entrepreneur, Kolawole Ajayi shares the growth of his roadside suya business as he flaunts his newly rented shop in the United Kingdom. In a TikTok video that quickly gained traction, Ajayi gave viewers a virtual tour of his elegantly designed shop, showcasing its preparations for the grand opening. The businessman had started his company over a year ago on the street of Peckham, selling grilled meat with a unique Nigerian flavour. Sharing the progress of his business, Ajayi promised to serve a variety of mouth-watering delicacies, including the iconic Nigerian suya in his newly opened store. His announcement…
The race pits incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) against Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in a contest marred by last-minute controversies and heightened security concerns. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) approved 17 political parties for the election, but a court ruling on Wednesday, November 13, disqualified Olusola Ebiseni of the Labour Party, the third most prominent contender, disrupting the party’s campaign strategy. Justice Adebukola Banjoko, chairing the Court of Appeal panel, ruled that Ebiseni’s candidacy was invalid, reinstating Olorunfemi Festus as the Labour Party’s standard-bearer less than 24 hours before the…
Popular lifestyle influencer, Bobrisky sparks a fresh controversy, blaming the award he received during Eniola Ajao’s movie premiere as the root of his problems. The socialite, who was named the Best Dressed Female at the event and awarded a ₦1 million prize, claims the recognition marked the beginning of a downward spiral in his life. Following the award, Bobrisky was arrested by the EFCC for allegedly abusing the naira note, sparking wider allegations. A leaked audio also surfaced accusing him of bribing officials to evade charges of money laundering and securing a luxury apartment in place of a prison sentence—claims…
A young Nigerian lady captures hearts with her emotional testimony of grass to grace, highlighting labour’s dignity and the reward of recycling plastic waste. Standing atop a heap of dirt, the lady identified on TikTok as @lovematthew_1, proudly describing herself as ‘Dustbin Girl‘ revealed her unconventional source of income. Describing how personal tragedy ignited her determination to break the cycle of poverty in her family, she recounted losing her only brother to poverty-related circumstances seven years ago. Her family’s inability to raise ₦7,000 for his medical treatment led to his untimely death, leaving her mother battling high blood pressure from…
A young lady has left TikTok users in shock and stitches after posting a tearful video mourning the end of her alleged “22 years and 2 months” relationship. The video, shared by user @ayowamide2, features her sobbing while a sombre song about heartbreak and embracing singlehood plays in the background. Screenshot Her caption, “22 years 2 months relationship don go 😭😭😭😭”, left viewers stunned, with many questioning the authenticity of her claims given her youthful appearance. The comments section quickly turned into a mix of disbelief and humor, with users poking fun at the unlikely scenario. One commenter wrote, “So…
The forum made the call on Thursday, in a communique issued at the end of its annual retreat held at Exco Chamber’s Centenary City in Abakaliki. The Chairperson of the forum, Prof Olufolake Abdulrazaq, the wife of Kwara governor said the implementation of the policy will improve maternity and child welfare in the country. “The forum pledged to vigorously advocate for adopting six months of paid maternity leave, engaging executive governors and state legislators to promote this policy across all states for improved maternity and child welfare,” she said. She noted that the forum also endorsed the Global Alliance for…
A Nigerian lady recently shared a distressing experience after losing her neighbor‘s child at a market. She recounted the incident in a post on her page on X, formerly known as Twitter. Lady shares experience after losing neighbor’s child in market. In the post, she explained that she and a friend had taken their neighbor’s child to the market. While they were there, she suddenly noticed the child was missing, even though she had been holding her hand. Panic set in as they searched frantically. After a while, they eventually found the child. However, to their shock, the child claimed…
This was disclosed by Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, during a House Committee on Solid Minerals oversight visit to the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. Minister Alake revealed the arrests while highlighting the government’s comprehensive 7-point agenda aimed at combating illegal mining, safeguarding communities, and attracting international investors. “This renewed security architecture is already having a profound impact,” Alake stated, citing the deployment of over 2,000 trained mine marshals to enforce security. “Our commitment to safeguarding mining sites ensures Nigeria’s stability and invites investors seeking reliable partnerships.” Alake credited President Bola Tinubu’s proactive support for enabling effective…
Congratulatory messages flood in for media personality, Simi Drey, and her husband, Julian Flosbach on the arrival of their first child. Simi Drey and Julian Flosbach, who tied the knot in May 2023, announce the arrival of her first child in a latest Instagram post Overwhelmed by maternal joy, Simi Drey described the birth of her first child, a dream she had always wished for. She described it as a surge of love and emotion, filled with gratitude for the outpouring of love from fans. Simi Drey’s post was accompanied by a video chronicling her pregnancy journey from conception to…
With officers deployed to all 203 wards and 3,933 polling units, the Force assures citizens of a peaceful voting process. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Sylvester Alabi, addressing reporters in Akure, highlighted the importance of comprehensive security measures. “Our proactive deployment covers all local government areas to deter interference and ensure safety,” he said. Alabi emphasised the need for cooperation between security agencies and the public to maintain law and order throughout the election period. Muyiwa Adejobi, the Force’s Public Relations Officer, provided details of the deployment. “At least four police officers, in collaboration with other security personnel, will be stationed…