It began as an ordinary journey on the Lagos– Benin Expressway and ended as a video that travelled faster than any official explanation could. In it, police officers confront a motorist, accuse and intimidate, and one officer lets slip that the man would have been detained had he been Igbo. Four officers now face an […]
•Dennis Emmanuel and Folakemi Martins An alleged affair between a gym instructor, Dennis Emmanuel, and a social media feminist, Folakemi Martins, has turned into a messy public dispute, with the two dragging each other online over allegations surrounding their failed relationship. The controversy started when Emmanuel, who claimed to be marrie...
•An illustration of women being accused of witchcraft by members of their community A whisper of witchcraft is all it takes to destroy a life. In some communities, elderly women, widows and other vulnerable people are hunted, tortured, banished and even killed after being branded witches, often without a shred of evidence. This report exposes...
•Travellers at the airport Imagine arriving at an airport with your backpack on, and your luggage in tow, without anyone trailing you and saying: “My chairman sir, you no go drop something?” Imagine pushing a trolley through the terminal without being approached by unsolicited helpers expecting a tip before they have even offered a service. [&...
•Participants at the event Stakeholders in elderly care and mental health have raised concerns over the growing emotional impact of migration on older Nigerians living with dementia, warning that physical separation from family members can lead to neglect, loneliness and diminished quality of life despite financial support from relatives abroa...
•Sharon Adeleke Businesswoman and sister of singer Davido, Sharon Adeleke, has urged public figures to normalise re-wearing outfits. Speaking in a recent Instagram video, Sharon said celebrities should not succumb to societal pressure to wear new clothes for every event. The businesswoman shared a personal experience in which her team objected...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre has shared an AI-generated image of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, frying and selling akara, days after her comments on micro-enterprises sparked widespread criticism on social media. The image, posted on the presidency’s official social media accounts yesterday, depicts the First Lady at...
•Bicycle couriers Rising fuel prices, worsening traffic congestion and the rapid expansion of e‑commerce are reshaping Nigeria’s urban logistics landscape, creating opportunities for an unlikely but increasingly important player in the delivery ecosystem, the bicycle courier, reports The PUNCH. Across major cities including Lagos, Abuja, Port ...
•A young lady taking care of her skin Maintaining a youthful look is the desire of many ladies, but it requires putting in the work. It doesn’t necessarily mean you have to go through cosmetic surgery or rock heavy makeup. By simply sticking to healthy habits and watching what you eat, you can attain a […]
•Peter Obi Former Presidential candidate, Peter Obi has called on Nigerians, especially young people, to celebrate Valentine’s Day responsibly by showing love through action. Valentine’s Day, observed on February 14, is traditionally a day to celebrate love, affection, and appreciation for others, often marked by exchanging messages, gifts, or...

