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On May 2, 2025, Nigerian social media influencer and activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at a Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) branch in Area 3, Garki, Abuja. The incident has sparked widespread debate, with allegations of inhumane treatment, illegal detention,…
Imagine waking up and not being able to open Facebook, Instagram, or even WhatsApp. That could soon become a reality in Nigeria — and not because of a network issue. Meta, the tech giant behind these apps, is threatening to shut down its services in Nigeria. But why? The answer involves a $220 million fine…
Manchester City continued their push for a top-four Premier League finish with a narrow 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday night, May 2, 2025, at the Etihad Stadium. A first-half goal from midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne was enough to seal all three points for Pep Guardiola’s side in what proved to be a…
A heartbreaking tragedy has struck the Nigerian student community abroad as Tamilore Odunsi, a 23-year-old British-Nigerian nursing student, was fatally stabbed in her apartment in Houston, Texas—just days before her graduation. Tamilore, who was affectionately known online as “Tami Dollars”, had moved from London to the United States in 2022 to pursue a degree in…
In a jaw-dropping twist, Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered a massive $2.9 billion fraud tied to the mismanagement of funds meant to revive the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries. The bombshell? A staggering N80 billion was allegedly traced to the bank accounts of a sacked managing director, whose identity remains…
Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé has once again been sidelined with a hamstring injury, a concern that has followed him throughout much of his career. According to PSG’s official medical report, the winger is suffering from a muscle strain in his right thigh. While this news raised some concern among fans, the club added that…
In a groundbreaking move set to reshape Nigeria’s education system, the Federal Government has begun implementing a policy that allows Federal Colleges of Education (FCOEs) to award bachelor’s degrees in education — not just the usual NCE (Nigeria Certificate in Education). This new policy is scheduled to take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session, starting…
In a shocking turn of events, popular social media personality Verydarkman has reportedly been taken away by unidentified men under suspicious circumstances. According to multiple sources and eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred earlier today when men in an unmarked vehicle allegedly intercepted him. His face was reportedly covered before he was swiftly driven away, leaving…
In a verdict that has stirred emotions across Nigeria, a Lagos High Court has sentenced BRT driver Andrew Nice Omininikoron to death by hanging for the murder of 22-year-old Bamise Ayanwole. The ruling came more than two years after Bamise tragically went missing during a BRT ride—only for her lifeless body to be discovered days…
In the fast-paced world of social media, where viral challenges come and go, one Nigerian woman’s decision to participate in a daring online trend led to a life-changing encounter with music mogul Don Jazzy. The story, as reported by Linda Ikeji’s Blog on May 2, 2025, has taken the internet by storm, sparking admiration, skepticism,…
