Celebrity fashion designer Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have welcomed their first child together. The couple announced the arrival of their baby girl, Eliana, in an emotional Instagram post shared on Wednesday. According to Veekee James, the baby was born on May 2, 2026. “She’s Here. #elianaatere. 02-May-26. Eliana Adeife Atere,” she wrote….
A fire outbreak has destroyed the main library of Kano State Polytechnic located along Yahaya Gusau Road in Kano. The incident reportedly damaged valuable books, academic records, and important equipment used for teaching and research activities in the institution. The development has raised concerns among staff members and students of the polytechnic. Union Describes Incident…
Controversial relationship expert Blessing CEO has reacted emotionally to the reported death of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo. Reports earlier claimed that Alex Ekubo died in a Lagos hospital after allegedly battling stage 4 liver cancer. The actor’s death shocked many fans and celebrities across social media, with tributes continuing to pour in online. Blessing CEO…
Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has reportedly died after battling kidney cancer. According to a Nollywood source who spoke anonymously, the actor was rushed to the hospital on Monday after his health condition worsened. The source disclosed that Alex Ekubo had allegedly been battling kidney cancer for some time before his death. The actor was…
A female candidate seeking admission to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Lagos has emerged as the highest scorer in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board announced during its 2026 Policy Meeting in Abuja that Owoeye Jesudunsin scored 372 out of 400 to top the nationwide examination….
Every year, millions of candidates sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination conducted by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, but only a few emerge with exceptional scores. From 2013 to 2026, several candidates have set remarkable records in the computer-based test era of the UTME. Here is the full list of candidates with the highest…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Bolaji Ogunmola has opened up about the growing challenges facing filmmakers producing YouTube movies in Nigeria. Speaking during a recent interview, Ogunmola stated that YouTube was never originally created as a platform for film distribution. According to her, producing movies for YouTube audiences has become increasingly expensive and financially risky for…
Nigeria has emerged as the third-largest source of international students globally, according to a new report released by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). The report revealed that Nigeria accounted for five per cent of the world’s outbound student mobility in 2023, placing the country behind only China and India. The findings…
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has defended his call for stronger economic action against South African companies operating in Nigeria following renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Speaking during an interview on Arise News, the lawmaker said Nigerian lives should take priority over foreign investment and economic interests. Oshiomhole Calls for Tougher Measures The senator representing Edo…
The Borno State Government has defended its rehabilitation and reintegration programme for former terrorists, insisting that strict measures are in place to discourage beneficiaries from returning to violent activities. The government said repentant terrorists are required to swear an oath with the Quran before being reintegrated into society after completing the deradicalisation programme. The Commissioner…
