A wedding celebration in Lagos State turned into a nightmare on Saturday night when gunmen stormed an after-party in the Ikotun area and opened fire indiscriminately, killing two people in a shocking outbreak of violence that left guests running for their lives. The victims — the father of the bride and a hypeman known simply
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Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has confirmed his exit from the African Democratic Congress, citing deepening internal crises and a hostile political environment. Obi made the disclosure in a personal statement on Sunday via his X platform, where he reflected on what he described as the “toxic” nature of Nigeria’s political space and the pressures
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The Nigerian Army has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of popular blogger and social media influencer, Justice Mark Chidiebere, also known as Justice Crack. In an official statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, and released at the weekend, the Army said its attention was drawn to a social
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Just days after Nollywood actor, Solomon Akiyesi passed on, the Nigerian movie industry has again been hit by another painful loss, Aki na Ukwa actress, Oby Kechere. The actress, famously known as Ms. Koi Koi for her role in the hit comedy, Aki na Ukwa, died on April 27, 2026, following a prolonged illness that
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Amid escalating unrest in South Africa, the Nigerian Consulate in the country, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, has announced a free repatriation flight for Nigerians willing to return home permanently. The President of NICASA, Frank Onyekwelu, who spoke to Wizopa on Saturday, said the situation had compelled many Nigerians to
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The US has announced it will now deny temporary visas to applicants who say they fear harm or mistreatment if they return to their home country, under new State Department guidance that significantly raises the stakes for millions of visa seekers worldwide. The Department of State has directed consular officers at embassies and consulates around
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Popular Nigerian actor and filmmaker, Lateef Adedimeji, and his wife, Adebimpe Adedimeji, have announced the birth of their triplets, a moment that has drawn wide attention and celebration across social media. Abdulateef shared the news on May 1, 2026, through a video posted on his official Instagram page, where he confirmed the arrival of the
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The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended a priest, Reverend Ifunaya Maduka, from office as Vicar of St Paul’s Parish, Nteje, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State. Maduka was handed a six-month suspension without pay by the church over alleged fake miracles and arrangee prophesies and his involvement in “practices grossly unbecoming”
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A disturbing video capturing the shooting of a restrained suspect by a police officer attached to the Delta police command has surfaced online, drawing widespread attention. In the less-than-two-minute footage, the male suspect is seen seated on the ground with his hands tied behind his back with a rope. The suspect is heard repeatedly pleading
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How Lagos Socialite “Ariket” Landed 15-Year Jail Term Over Cocaine Trafficking A Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced Lagos socialite, Mrs Funmilola Ogbuaya, popularly known in social circles as “Ariket,” to 15 years’ imprisonment for conspiracy, aiding, and abetting the trafficking of cocaine. The conviction comes nine years after her co-conspirator, Odeyemi
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