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Renowned Nigerian actress and vocal activist, Kate Henshaw, has expressed deep dismay over the state of the nation, describing Nigeria’s democratic journey as hollow and unreflective of the people’s needs. Appearing on Channels Television’s special Democracy Day programme, Henshaw painted a sobering picture of a country trapped in prolonged dysfunction, despite over two decades of uninterrupted civilian rule. Speaking with a mixture of emotion and clarity, the award-winning actress questioned the relevance of celebrating Democracy Day when the country’s governance fails to improve the lives of its citizens. According to her, the idea of democracy as “government of the people”…

An 11-year-old girl, Fadila Mustapha, met a tragic end at the hands of her own mother, sparking outrage and deep sorrow in the Zaria community. The young girl, described by neighbors as quiet and hardworking, was allegedly beaten to death by her mother, known simply as Khadija, over a missing ₦100 note given to the family during the recent Sallah celebrations. Witnesses and local sources recount a heartbreaking and grim sequence of events that unfolded earlier this week. The accused, Khadija, reportedly confronted her daughter after she could not account for the money, which was believed to have been handed…

Tiktoker Jarvis has taken us on a journey, Before the lights, the filters, and the viral dance videos, there was struggle—raw and unfiltered. Nigerian TikTok sensation, Jarvis, has peeled back the curtain on her rise to fame, revealing a life story that few might have expected beneath her bubbly on-screen persona. During a recent interview, the content creator shared a deeply emotional recount of the sacrifices and hardships she endured before social media stardom found her. For many of her followers, who see only the glitz of internet fame, the reality of her journey was a stark contrast. “I became…

Former Big Brother Naija reality star and actor, Elozonam Ogbolu, has spoken extensively on toxic masculinity and myths about masculinity.Featuring in a recent episode of the In The Company Of Men podcast, hosted by Ikhane Akhigbe, Elozonam explained that contrary to the misconceptions that performing oral sex on women, cooking, and shopping for groceries aren’t masculine, doing them doesn’t make one less of a man.He advised men to be more caring and flexible while with their spouses and other women in their lives. He said, “When it comes to certain things, especially things that men are not accustomed to doing,…

Nigerian content creator Don Black has recounted a horrifying experience after eating roasted frog while visiting Laos. The TikToker, known as @donblack694, took to his page to share a startling video showing the dramatic transformation of his appearance after consuming the exotic dish.In the viral clip, Don Black documented the moments before and after eating the frog meat, warning his followers of the unexpected consequences. While he initially appeared fine, the footage then cut to a shocking scene the following morning, his lips had swollen to nearly twice their normal size.“Guys, this is what I got after eating frog in…

The Polokwane High Court has sentenced a 28-year-old South African woman identified as Mologadi Magdeline Mehlape to life imprisonment for the premeditated murder of her father, Dr Malekutu Johannes Mehlape, a circuit manager at the Limpopo Department of Education. The sentence, delivered on Wednesday, June 11, follows her guilty plea to charges of murder and robbery with aggravating circumstances. In addition to the life sentence for murder, Mehlape received 15 years for robbery. The court ordered both sentences to run concurrently. According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the case stems from a brutal incident on December 28, 2023, in…

In a heartwarming display of generosity and commitment to community development, Nigeria Super Eagles and AC Milan winger, Samuel Chukwueze, has empowered 20 young persons in his hometown, Okoko Item in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, with brand new tricycles. The initiative, aimed at providing a sustainable means of livelihood for the beneficiaries, is part of Chukwueze’s personal drive to give back to the community that raised him. Each of the 20 selected individuals received a new tricycle, popularly known as Keke Napep, which is expected to serve as a source of income and economic empowerment. According to community members,…

Nollywood actor Godwin Nnadiekwe has fully recovered after being hospitalized due to an on-set incident involving fellow actor Zubby Michael. The actor sustained injuries after reportedly being kicked by Zubby Michael during a movie shoot, which led to his brief hospital stay. The incident sparked concern among fans and industry colleagues. Taking to his Instagram page, Nnadiekwe shared an update on his recovery and expressed heartfelt gratitude to those who supported and prayed for him throughout the ordeal. He wrote; I really want to say thank you to everyone of you. I am overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, empathy, and well…

A woman lamented over the difficulties of finding her desired apartment within a ₦500,000 budget after a Lagos agent took her to a degrading area for inspection. In the clip, the lady @sheinbyshugahh1 claimed that Lagos wasn’t a real place because she couldn’t believe the house agent would take her to inspect a place that wasn’t standard, even with her half a million naira budget. As seen in the video, the apartment’s surroundings strongly resembled a house located in a slum area. The building wasn’t aesthetically pleasing, as it was unfinished, with no cement or paint, revealing the blocks used to build…

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government to deliver the long-promised benefits of democracy to Nigerians. In a statement signed by Robert Egbe Media and Communication Officer, Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) on Wednesday, to mark the 32nd anniversary of the 1993 elections and 26 years of uninterrupted civilian rule in Nigeria, CAPPA said many citizens are still living in poverty and hardship, despite over two decades of democracy. “Democracy should not only be about elections every four years. It should mean real change that improves people’s lives, respects…