Author: Olamilekan

A moment of worship took a dramatic and unexpected turn at the Celestial Church of Christ, Ephphata Parish, when a prophet stunned the congregation by putting a large candle up for auction. The candle, which was described by onlookers as “giant,” was eventually sold for a jaw-dropping ₦1.5 million. The event, which unfolded during Sunday service, was captured on video and later posted on TikTok by a user with the handle @yourariesqueenofficial. The footage quickly went viral, sparking widespread debate and criticism on social media. The video begins with the prophet announcing the start of bidding, opening the floor at…

A man identified as Adeshina Gilbert has reportedly been arrested for the murder of a Benue driver in Obudu, Cross River State. The arrest of Gilbert, one of the suspects linked to the gruesome mob killing of Mr Agege Ternenge, a commercial driver from Mbanyam in Mbatyough Council Ward, was confirmed by the chairman of Vandeikya Local Government Area, Dennis Guda. The 35-year-old suspect, a resident of Abonkib community in Obudu Urban, Cross River State, was apprehended by operatives of the Cross River State Police Command following a directive from Commissioner of Police Rashid Afegba. The arrest is part of…

The Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has suspended Nollywood actress Shirley Igwe following allegations that she assaulted a crew member on a film set. Reports indicate that Igwe allegedly slapped a member of the Creative Designers Guild of Nigeria, CDGN, during a production, prompting swift disciplinary action from the AGN. In a statement issued to its state chapter chairmen and the national chairman, the Guild announced that Igwe had been placed on indefinite suspension pending further investigation. The AGN stated that the suspension was due to “violence, and indiscipline actions capable of discrediting the acting profession.” The statement further directed:…

A horrific incident has sent shockwaves through the Ayobo-Ipaja community in Lagos State, following the brutal killing of a young woman by her lover, who allegedly conspired with others to use her for ritual purposes. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the arrest of the suspect, identified as Amos Daniel, popularly known by the alias “Gambit.” On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the gruesome scene unfolded inside a hotel located in the Ayobo area. Witnesses reported that Daniel, who is said to be a well-known cult member, had checked into the Lagos hotel around 5 pm accompanied by two male friends.…

A viral video making the rounds online captures the moment a Nigerian man was severely flogged by his in-laws for physically assaulting his wife. The clip, which was shared on Facebook by Abdulahafiz Muhammad, has sparked conversations about domestic violence and accountability within marriages In his post shared on Monday, July 21, Muhammad emphasized that families marrying off their daughters should clearly state that there would be no negotiations or peaceful settlements in cases involving physical abuse. “I just watched a video on Sadiq Madabo’s timeline where a man was beaten up by his in-laws for beating his wife. It…

The United States has announced that anyone caught engaging in visa fraud such as submitting forged documents will face a permanent ban from entering the country. This declaration was made public on Monday through an official statement by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on its verified X (formerly Twitter) account. The notice highlights the U.S. government’s renewed commitment to cracking down on immigration-related offenses and preserving the integrity of its visa system. In its statement, the U.S. Mission said, “U.S. government interagency efforts combat fraud and will end illegal immigration. Those who commit visa fraud will be banned from the…

A 27-year-old man, Ubakpororo Kelvin, has been arrested by the state police command for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Excel Ukeredi Peace, after accusing her of engaging in hook-up. The victim, who was also the mother of his two children, was killed on June 26, 2025. Kelvin had been on the run since the incident but was recently apprehended. In a video shared by police spokesperson SP Bright Edafe, the suspect confessed to hitting her with a hammer during an argument. He claimed the dispute escalated when she picked up a knife, and under the influence of tramadol and…

He disclosed in a recent episode of The Culture League podcast, which also featured Super Eagles star Victor Boniface and comedian Bovi. Popular Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has refuted widespread claims about being a womaniser, stating that the perception is inaccurate. He explained that his age, priorities, and demanding schedule do not permit indulgence. The 38-year-old revealed that he has been single for the past two to three years. He disclosed in a recent episode of The Culture League podcast, which also featured Super Eagles star Victor Boniface and comedian Bovi. He said, “A lot of people assume that I’m a…

According to him, many people now have ₦1 million sitting in their bank accounts, a situation that would have been rare in the past. Reality TV star Tochi Okechukwu has weighed in on the depreciation of the Naira, expressing concern over its declining value. In a post on his Instagram page, the former Big Brother Naija housemate recalled a time when having ₦1 million was considered a huge achievement. The rapper said things have shifted so much that the same amount now feels ordinary. According to him, many people now have ₦1 million sitting in their bank accounts, a situation…

A 41-year-old woman, Benita Lurk Ikuenobe, was found d3ad in a suspected case of su!cide inside the auditorium of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles (MFM) Prayer City, located along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred on Friday morning, July 18, 2025 and was brought to attention by the Chief Security Officer of the church, Esiere Ekikere. Ekikere said he received a distress call from the church auditorium at about 7:20 a.m., notifying him that an unidentified woman was lying motionless on the floor. Upon arriving at the scene, he found the woman unresponsive,…