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The Ondo State Police Command, on Thursday, arraigned a 23-year old cross-dresser and content creator, Taiwo Austine, before an Akure Chief Magistrate’s Court for allegedly engaging in homos3xuality. Austine was docked alongside two other defendants, Haris Abubakar, 25, and Matthew Ogwu, 32, on a three-count charge bordering on conspiracy and homos3xuality. Prosecutor, Inspector Abayomi Jejeniwa, told the court that the accused persons, along with others still at large, were arrested in Akure last month after investigations revealed that they allegedly engaged in homos3xual acts. Jejeniwa further alleged that between April 15 and 17, the defendants were found…

Five days after the kidnap of Omoniyi Eleyinmi, a member of staff of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, Ondo State, his abductors have demanded a ransom of N7 million for the release of the victim.Eleyinmi, a staff at the institution’s Faculty of Education, was abducted five days ago while returning to his residence in Supare-Akoko, Akoko South West Local Council Area of the state, from work.The gunmen had, before his arrival, stormed his residence, after which he was seized amid sporadic gunshots while alighting from the commercial motorcycle he rode from Akungba.According to a family source, the kidnappers, who made…

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Tiwa Savage has opened up about freezing her eggs. The mother of one explained that she froze her eggs in case she decided to have more kids in the future.In a candid interview with Zeze Mills, 42-year-old singer said she wished she had frozen her eggs earlier. She urged women in their 30s to freeze their eggs in order to take control of their fertility.Savage said, “Having my first child in my 30s was beautiful because I was more financially and emotionally stable. One advice I will give to women in their 30s is – whether you…

A landlord identified as Chief Gbenga Ajibade, allegedly force fed a poisonous substance to a young man accused of stealing maize at Itetii Ayo, Ilesa, Osun State. In a video posted by a journalist at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Isaac Haastrup, the young man is seen begging for mercy, citing hunger as the reason for his actions. Reacting to the incident, the Ijesa Sport Club announced the suspension of the landlord pending the outcome of police investigation over attempted m8rder. A statement issued on 7th August, 2025 by its spokesperson, Hon. Kenneth Opebiyi, described the suspect’s behaviour…

Actress and producer Mobimpe Adedimeji has called out a YouTube channel for stealing and reposting her original content without permission. Expressing her frustration, Mobimpe described the act as highly disrespectful and warned that the impersonator would face consequences. She emphasized that creators put in a lot of effort and such intellectual theft should not be taken lightly. Actress Mobimpe Adedimeji wrote, “I’m tired. I’m fed up. Someone created a YouTube channel named MOBIMPEWRITE’s STORIES just to copy everything I do. Video for video. Poster for poster. She waits for me to post, then uploads the same thing, tricking people into believing…

A France-based Nigerian, Chukwuemeka Victor Amachukwu, is facing up to 47 years’ imprisonment following his extradition to the United States of America for his alleged involvement in wire fraud, hacking, and identity theft that resulted in losses of $819,000 to victims. A statement by the US Department of Justice on Tuesday that Amachukwu was extradited on Monday and arraigned on Tuesday before a US Magistrate Court. According to the statement, in 2019, Amachukwu, along with other conspirators, allegedly hacked into “US-based tax preparation businesses—including several businesses located in New York, Texas, and other states—by utilising spearphishing emails to obtain access…

A male Point-of-Sale operator in Nibo, Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, was tragically electrocuted after a high-tension cable snapped and fell on him. Gistrad gathered that the incident occurred while the victim was standing in front of his shop, which was located directly beneath the power line. Eyewitnesses at the scene told our correspondent on Tuesday that the incident occurred over the weekend. However, the victim’s lifeless body was still lying on the ground days later, with the high-tension cable draped across it and emitting smoke, sparking panic in the area. This account was confirmed by a video…

Hollywood talented actress Kelley Mack, known for her roles in popular TV shows such as The Walking Dead and Chicago Med, has passed away, aged 33. Mack, who was born Kelley Klebenow, died in her hometown of Cincinnati on Saturday after a courageous fight against a rare brain tumour called glioma of the central nervous system. Mack’s career in the spotlight began at a young age. She went on to land roles in several notable TV shows and commercials. Her portrayal of Addy in The Walking Dead and Penelope Jacobs in Chicago Med showcased her impressive acting skills. She also…

Controversial music star, Portable has tackled the organisers of the BBNaija show for failing to invite him to their show. The musician expressed his disappointment in a video that was shared on social media. He noted that he had the requirements to make the show interesting, and adding that he had the necessary ‘swagger’. Portable further mentioned how well-travelled he is to merit being a housemate. “I don go America, I don go London, I have fans. Invite me Big Brother. All the people you dey invite they no tackle me. Come and live the life I’m living,” he begged. Check out reactions… kamo_state said: “Portable…

Nigerian skit maker Mariam Apaokagi, popularly known as Taaooma, has opened up about her motherhood journey, revealing that she loves her child more than herself. In an interview with Pulse Nigeria, Taaooma said becoming a mother has shown her that nothing is impossible, as it pushes one beyond their limits and reveals untapped strength. She added that motherhood has introduced her to a kind of love she never imagined, admitting she never thought she could love anyone more than herself until now. Taaooma got engaged to her fiancé, Abdulaziz Oladimeji (Abula), in Namibia in February 2020 and married him on…