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27/08/2026

Charge Me to Court, VDM Challenges Police Over Kidnap Claims

VDM Otse said he would not submit his evidence to the police during questioning but would present it in court if the authorities charged him. He made the remarks in a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday, in response to the police invitation issued earlier in the day. The Force had asked Otse to provide evidence for his allegation that some officers manning checkpoints on major highways identify wealthy travellers and pass information about them to kidnappers....

Social media activist VDM has challenged Nigeria Police to take him to court over allegations that security personnel aid kidnapping

27/08/2026

Falana Criticises NBA Over VDM Conference Invite

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has criticised the Nigerian Bar Association for inviting social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), to speak at its annual conference. Falana said the NBA should invite speakers with relevant expertise or experience, particularly when conferences address specialised issues such as national security. He made the remarks in an interview with Channels Television on Thursday following controversy over VeryDarkMan’s appearance at the NBA’s 66th Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt....

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, has criticised the Nigerian Bar Association for inviting social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VDM

27/08/2026

Edo Queens Sink ASEC Mimosas, Close in on WAFU-B Final

Nigerian champions Edo Queens have taken a major step towards reaching the final of the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU-B Qualifiers after defeating defending champions ASEC Mimosas 3-1 in their second Group B match in Burkina Faso. Edo Queens established control early, with Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opening the scoring in the 23rd minute before Dooshima Tarnum doubled the lead shortly before half-time....

27/08/2026

Police Demand Evidence From VDM Over Kidnap Claims

The Nigeria Police Force has challenged social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to provide evidence for his allegation that some police officers share information about travellers with kidnappers. The allegation was made during the Nigerian Bar Association conference in Port Harcourt, according to the police. In a statement on Thursday, Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, described the claim as unsubstantiated and damaging to the reputation of the police....

Nigeria Police challenge VeryDarkMan to provide evidence that officers share travellers’ information with kidnappers and bandits.

26/08/2026

Headies 2026: Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy Lead Nominees

The organisers of the Headies Awards have announced the nominees for the 18th edition of the ceremony, scheduled to hold in Canada on October 23, 2026. Some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars, alongside emerging artistes, feature prominently across the categories, with several artistes receiving multiple nominations for their work over the past year. Next Rated Fido FOLA Llona Mavo Shoday…...

18th Headies Awards nominees have been announced, with Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr and other top Nigerian artistes leading the race

26/08/2026

Nigeria Lose 3-1 to Tunisia in African Volleyball Opener

Nigeria’s senior women’s volleyball team suffered a 3-1 defeat to Tunisia in their opening match of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship in Nairobi, Kenya, on Tuesday. Nigeria started strongly, winning the first set 25-18 to take an early advantage. Tunisia responded in the second set, edging Nigeria 25-23 before winning the third set 25-20. The Tunisians completed the comeback with another 25-20 victory in the fourth set....

26/08/2026

Police uncover Ogun baby factory, rescue pregnant women

Police in Ogun State have uncovered an alleged baby factory in Abaren Village, Mowe, rescuing two pregnant women and four children and arresting six suspects. The operation was carried out on August 24 following intelligence on alleged human trafficking and illegal adoption activities at the facility. Among those rescued were two women aged 23 and 20, who were seven and eight months pregnant respectively....

Police in Ogun State have uncovered an alleged baby factory in Abaren Village, Mowe, rescuing two pregnant women and four children and arresting six suspects. The operation was carried out on August 24 following intelligence on alleged human trafficking and illegal adoption activities at the facilit...

26/08/2026

Dolly Parton: 10 Songs That Defined Her Legacy

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving behind a musical legacy that spanned more than six decades. The singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist wrote thousands of songs and sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Her music often drew from her childhood, family, love, heartbreak and life in rural Tennessee. Here are 10 songs that helped define her remarkable career:...

26/08/2026

Dolly Parton Dies at 80, Trump Orders US Flags Lowered

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Parton’s death was announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, in a statement shared on Instagram on Tuesday. The singer-songwriter, who rose from humble beginnings in Tennessee to become one of the world’s most celebrated entertainers, had a career spanning more than six decades. Parton sold more than 100 million records worldwide and became known as the “Queen of Country Music.”...

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at 80. The singer-songwriter leaves behind a six-decade career, global hits and a lasting philanthropic legacy.

23/08/2026

Veteran Actor Taiwo Ogogo Dies at 66

Veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and screenwriter Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling stage-four cancer. Hassan died on Sunday, with his daughter, Kira Taiwo, confirming the death during an emotional Tiktok Live session. A family friend also confirmed the development in a telephone conversation with Channels Television. The actor’s daughters, Kira and Haleemah, had earlier revealed that doctors diagnosed their father with advanced cancer about three weeks ago....

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at 66 after battling stage-four cancer