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Actor Judy Austin's EX Mr Obasi Lectures Men That Respect Is ''Earn''
 
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Actor Yul Edochie Posts On Men With Disrespectful Partners
 
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Brandy Walked Into The Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel in Lime Green and We Loved It
Brandy brought a burst of citrus-toned joy to the Burbank studios of The Jennifer Hudson Show, dancing through the celebrated spirit tunnel in a monochrome lime green suit. The R&B icon paired her rhythmic welcome with a discussion on her new memoir, Phases. The post Brandy Walked Into The Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel in Lime Green and We Loved It appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Kenya, France engage media ahead of Africa Forward Summit 2026
President of the Kenya Editors Guild, Zubeida Kananu reaffirmed the media’s commitment to responsible reporting in support of national interests. The post Kenya, France engage media ahead of Africa Forward Summit 2026 appeared first on KBC Digital.
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He runs the night: Meet the man redefining Nairobi's club scene
To the casual observer, club hosting may appear effortless, an endless cycle of music, lights, and partying lifestyle. But he is quick to dispel that illusion.
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No leaders as Africa’s internet freedom deteriorates
A study shows Africa’s internet freedom is declining, with Kenya mid-ranked but East African peers facing stronger restrictions and rising censorship.
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Matonya's mother pleads for help as singer faces rape charge in Mombasa
According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the court heard that the alleged offence occurred on April 7, 2026, at an apartment in Nyali Sub-County, Mombasa County.
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Ooni Of Ife's EX Wife Olori Naomi Celebrates 33rd Birthday With Thanksgiving Post
 She says her life is a book handwritten by God!
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UK Cracks Down On Fake LGBTQ+ Asylum Claims After Undercover Exposé
The UK government has begun investigating migrants who falsely claim to be gXy to secure asylum, after a BBC undercover report exposed advisers coaching people mainly from Pakistan and Bangladesh to fabricate LGBTQ+ stories.The investigation found advisers offering fake backstories, staged photos, support letters, and even fake partners, sometimes charging up to £7,000.The Home Office says anyone
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DJ Cuppy Opens Up On Her Dating History, Past Mistakes, And the Kind Of Man She Wants Now
DJ Cuppy has spoken out about her dating history and the kind of man she is currently interested ….She said that she likes to keep an open mind when dating and even meets men on dating apps, revealing that she has gone on dates with all sorts of guys including a bus driver, an annoying man who still lives with his mother, and a footballer.She admitted that her desperation for love in the past
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Inside the deep soil tests powering durable affordable housing
As Affordable Housing Projects, modern markets and major roads take shape across the country, a behind-the-scenes process is quietly ensuring these developments stand the test of time—deep soil investigation. At the Majira Affordable Housing Project in Maara Sub-County, Tharaka Nithi County, Geotechnical Engineer Obadia Muthoka explained the critical steps taken before any government project breaks […] The post Inside the deep soil tests powering durable affordable housing appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Global coalition urges World Bank to stop factory farming
A global coalition under the banner ‘Stop Financing Factory Farming’ is urging the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation to stop funding factory farming and redirect money to smallholder farmers. Globally, the World Bank Group invested approximately 1.4 billion in industrial livestock production between 2023 and 2024 alone. Its private sector arm, the International […] The post Global coalition urges World Bank to stop factory farming appeared first on KBC Digital.
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DRC tightens grip on cobalt supply with strategic reserve shift
The reserve, covering cobalt and other critical minerals, will enable the country to stockpile unused export quotas and strengthen its control over global supply.
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The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend
The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is... Read More Read » The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend on YNaija
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Duchess Of Sussex Meghan Markle Says She Is The Most Trolled Person In The World
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle said she has been “bullied and attacked” on social media every day for the past decade, and described herself as “the most trolled person in the entire world” during a discussion on youth mental health in Australia.She made the remarks during a roundtable session with young people linked to an Australian mental‑health organisation, part of her and Prince
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Dr Omolola Salako Launches ‘The GIFTS of Survivorship’ to Redefine Cancer Survivorship
Leading oncologist and healthcare innovator, Dr Omolola Salako, has officially unveiled her highly anticipated book, The GIFTS of Survivorship: You Are Bigger Than Cancer, a reflective and practical guide designed to help cancer patients, survivors and family caregivers navigate their journeys with strength, clarity, and hope. The event, held in Lagos, brought together policymakers, healthcare […] The post Dr Omolola Salako Launches ‘The GIFTS of Survivorship’ to Redefine Cancer Survivorship appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Kwale, Kilifi counties enter recovery phase as drought conditions improve
Coastal counties of Kilifi and Kwale have now moved from the alarm phase to the recovery phase. While those in the alert phase have dropped from 13 to seven The post Kwale, Kilifi counties enter recovery phase as drought conditions improve appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Reality TV Star Liquorose Shows Off Her Derrière In New Photos..
Reality TV Star Liquorose posted new photos showing off her curves and Derrière (Bum bum)…..
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African Fantasy film based on book gets first look release
Directed by Prince-Bythewood, the story is set in an African fantasy kingdom. It follows a young woman (Mbedu) as she goes on a quest to reclaim the magic that was violently stolen from her people. The post African Fantasy film based on book gets first look release appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Mercy Aigbe consoles husband with loved-up photos, hours after deceiving him with hunger strike
The post Mercy Aigbe consoles husband with loved-up photos, hours after deceiving him with hunger strike appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe has shared loved-up photos of herself and her husband, Kazim Adeoti. Hours ago, the movie star had fooled her husband by pretending to be on a hunger strike with him until his latest YouTube movie hit 1 million views. In the clip, Aigbe was captured eating amala and goat meat as […] The post Mercy Aigbe consoles husband with loved-up photos, hours after deceiving him with hunger strike appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Kenya ratifies 50pc VAT reduction on fuel until July
President William Ruto has assented to the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill to cushion consumers from further increases in fuel prices within the next three months. The law which is effective April 15, 2026 has lowered the VAT on super petrol and diesel by half from 16pc to 8pc with  a litre of super petrol […] The post Kenya ratifies 50pc VAT reduction on fuel until July appeared first on KBC Digital.
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The Avatar Leak Isn’t Just a Hollywood Problem and African Creators Should Be Paying Attention
Over the weekend of April 12, a hacking group called PeggleCrew got hold of The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender, the full 98-minute animated film, and dumped it online. Within hours, it was circulating on X with no watermark and no paywall, free for anyone to grab. As of the time of writing, Paramount... Read More Read » The Avatar Leak Isn’t Just a Hollywood Problem and African Creators Should Be Paying Attention on YNaija
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OPM Pastor Suspends Special Needs Daughter’s Marriage Plans After 1,000 Suitors Flood Application List
Naija men!!!The Founder of Omega Power Ministries (OPM), Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, has halted the marriage plans of his 21‑year‑old adopted autistic daughter, Chiemeka Chibuzor, after receiving over 1,000 applications from interested suitors.In a Facebook announcement on Thursday, the pastor declared the process suspended until further notice, writing:“Chiemeka Chibuzor’s wedding is hereby
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Relief as thousands of Isiolo youths benefit from mobile ID registration drive
Thousands of Kenyans in remote parts of Isiolo County who have struggled to access government services due to a lack of identity cards and birth certificates now have reason to smile, following the rollout of a free mobile registration drive to issue the crucial documents. The exercise, which began on April 7 and ends today, […] The post Relief as thousands of Isiolo youths benefit from mobile ID registration drive appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Nigerian govt to tighten security in airports, prisons
The post Nigerian govt to tighten security in airports, prisons appeared first on Kemi Filani. The Nigerian government has moved to tighten security amid a suspected insurgent plot targeting the airport and correctional facilities in Abuja and neighbouring Niger State. Security agencies involved include the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigeria Immigration Service, and the Nigeria Correctional Service. The Washington Post had reported an internal memo from the Nigerian Customs Service, […] The post Nigerian govt to tighten security in airports, prisons appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Daily News In Bits....
The Arsenal family has been left heartbroken following the tragic death of ex-goalkeeper Alex Manninger.Manninger passed away at just 48 years old on Thursday after a fatal car crash.Following the report of suspected insurgent plot targeting the airport and correctional facilities in Abuja and neighbouring Niger State, security agencies have moved to reinforce the sites. The Nigeria Police Force,
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Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled ‘in-vehicle toilet’
Chinese carmaker Seres has been granted a patent for what it calls an “in-vehicle toilet” that slides under a passenger’s seat for visits to the loo while on the road. The feature is meant to “satisfy users’ toilet needs on long journeys, while camping or while staying in the car”, engineers wrote in Seres’ patent […] The post Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled ‘in-vehicle toilet’ appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl
The TikTok star, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, was the target of a grand jury investigation into the apparent murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The post Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Ex‑Minister Sadiya Umar Farouq And Perm Sec Bashir Alkali
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, April 16, 2026, issued a warrant of arrest to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, and the ministry’s former Permanent Secretary, Bashir Nura Alkali.The court’s order authorises the EFCC to arrest and produce both officials in
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Loans Over New FCCPC Lending Rules
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. MTN suspends airtime and data loans over new FCCPC lending rules MTN Nigeria temporarily suspended its “Xtratime” airtime and data lending service to comply with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s new digital credit regulations.... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | MTN Suspends Airtime, Data Loans Over New FCCPC Lending Rules on YNaija
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Shujaa to open Hong Kong Sevens campaign against Australia today
The national men’s rugby sevens team, Shujaa, will begin their quest for qualification in the sevens series by facing Australia in Group C of the Hong Kong 7’s today, Friday against Australia from 12:56 pm. Kenya will then face New Zealand at 3:47 pm today,before wrapping up their group stage with a match against the […] The post Shujaa to open Hong Kong Sevens campaign against Australia today appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Live: Kenya National Drama, Film Festival
Kenya National Drama Festival State Concert, State House, Nairobi. https://t.co/1m9xk6CFNn — William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) April 17, 2026 President William Ruto alongside First Lady Rachel Ruto host the Kenya National Drama and Film Festivals State Concert at State House Nairobi, bringing together top student performers from across the country in a celebration of artistic […] The post Live: Kenya National Drama, Film Festival appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Woman Who Birthed Quadruplets Dies With One Of Her Newborn In Lagos Hospital After N3m Bill Detention
A 28‑year‑old woman, Mrs. Charity Anani, who delivered quadruplets in a Hospital in Igando, Lagos, has died along with one of her newborns.Her husband, Mr. Paul, said she developed sudden breathing complications on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and despite being placed on oxygen and medication, she died the following morning.Charity had earlier been detained in the hospital with her babies because the
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“She has transformed into a baddie” – Uche Ogbodo gushes over BBNaija Phyna’s new look following surgery
The post “She has transformed into a baddie” – Uche Ogbodo gushes over BBNaija Phyna’s new look following surgery appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo is in awe of BBNaija Phyna’s new look. Kemi Filani reported days back that the reality star announced that she was getting her body done. According to her, she underwent a 360 Lipo and BBL. Taking to her Instagram page, Ogbodo shared a video of herself linking up with the actress, […] The post “She has transformed into a baddie” – Uche Ogbodo gushes over BBNaija Phyna’s new look following surgery appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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PS Ouma Oluga urges counties to prioritise practical health solutions
Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has urged county health leaders to prioritise practical, system-based solutions over financial constraints to improve service delivery and reduce preventable deaths. Speaking during the Quarterly Consultative and Review Forum in Naivasha, bringing together County Chief Officers for Health from all 47 counties, the PS said persistent challenges […] The post PS Ouma Oluga urges counties to prioritise practical health solutions appeared first on KBC Digital.
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“It is dead on arrival” – Tumininu reacts as Snapchat user urges him to give Angel another chance, shares his thoughts on dating another Nigerian lady
The post “It is dead on arrival” – Tumininu reacts as Snapchat user urges him to give Angel another chance, shares his thoughts on dating another Nigerian lady appeared first on Kemi Filani. The partner of Big Brother Naija reality star Angel Smith, Tumininu, has confirmed the end of their marriage. The US resident confirmed their crashed marriage while responding to a Snapchat user who had questioned if there was another chance for the couple. “Has it ended officially? Something can still happen na”, the Snapchat user asked. […] The post “It is dead on arrival” – Tumininu reacts as Snapchat user urges him to give Angel another chance, shares his thoughts on dating another Nigerian lady appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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