Psychiatrists have warned that the current economic hardship in Nigeria may lead to an increase in suicidal thoughts among citizens, urging Nigerians to visit clinics for mental health check-ups. PUNCH Metro reports that between August 25 and September 4, 2024, there had been at least five suicide attempts, with four individuals reportedly taking their lives…
A young man, identified as Trammania, has pleaded with Nigerians for financial assistance to settle an N400m debt after crashing a rented sports car during an illegal drag race. The incident, which occurred at Eko Atlantic City in Lagos on Saturday, resulted in multiple injuries and extensive damage. The accident involved two high-speed cars participating…
Following a viral testimony video, the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries has gained widespread attention, with many of its recorded testimony sessions making rounds on social media. Here are seven key facts about its founder, Lazarus Muoka: Lazarus Muoka was born on July 5, 1952, in Imo, Nigeria. He was raised in a Catholic family…
No fewer than 35 Muslims heading to Saminaka in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State for a Maulud celebration died in a tragic motor accident. The victims of the accident were in a chartered J5 bus, which collided head-on with another vehicle near Samunaka. Although authorities were yet to officially comment on the incident,…
A resident of Lagos State, Vincent Upkai, has been arrested by the police for allegedly killing one of his neighbors, Gloria, and her son over sanitation dispute. It was gathered that Gloria and Upkai were neighbors before the incident, and her son was living with her in the Elemoro area of the state. According to…
At least three officers have been killed after gunmen attacked and set fire to the Umunze Police Station in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The assailants used improvised explosives and engaged in a continuous gunfire exchange, which caused damage to the station. During the attack, the three officers on duty were killed…
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has been photographed at his official residence in the United Kingdom, amidst an ongoing fuel crisis back home in Nigeria. Buhari, who served as President from 2015 to 2023, handed over power to his successor, Bola Tinubu, on May 29, 2023. Meanwhile, back in Nigeria, the pump price of petrol…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has raised concerns over the pricing of petrol from the Dangote Refinery, urging the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to ensure it is not sold at a higher price than imported fuel. IPMAN argues that such a disparity would be counterproductive to the nation’s drive for energy…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Abuja to visit Borno State, where he will offer condolences and evaluate the impact of the recent floods in Maiduguri. The President’s visit comes after Vice President Kashim Shettima and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar earlier visited the state to assess the situation. During his visit, Atiku Abubakar donated…
Micheal Jackson’s older brother, Tito Jackson, is dead. Tito, who was originally a member of Jackson 5 , died on Sunday. He was 70. It is suspected that his death resulted from a heart attack on his way driving from New Mexico to Oklahoma, Jackson’s former family manager, Steve Mannings, told Entertainment Tonight. The sons…