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Traditional Priest Invokes Deities To Hunt Down Kidnappers Of Schoolchildren And Teachers in Oyo State
A traditional priest in Oyo State, Muraina Mutairo, who is the Onisa of Esin Ele, has performed a ritual invoking ancestral deities to track down the bandits who attacked three schools in Orire Local Government Area and abducted dozens of pupils and teachers.A video of the ritual, shared on May 19, 2026 shows Mutairo dressed in full traditional regalia, chanting incantations in Yoruba and calling
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VIDEO: Robert Alai on the spot after allegedly storming, disrupting Kileleshwa meeting
Alai is facing public backlash after being accused of disrupting a public participation meeting in Kileleshwa where two government chiefs were reportedly assaulted and injured.
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Miss Tourism Nigeria 2026 Preparation Peaks As States Jump On Platform To Showcase Potential
Preparations are in top gear for the grand finale of Miss Tourism Nigeria 2026, after over 1000 entrants indicated interest in the pageant, which will see the top three winners participate in Miss Tourism World in China, Miss Cosmo in Vietnam and Miss Tourism Africa in Egypt.A statement from the organisers of the pageant noted that while it was difficult to prune the entrants to a manageable
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Singer CP Talks About Challenges Working For President Tinubu And Why He Switched Camp
Umu bingo Singer Cubana Chiefpriest has opened up about his challenges in President Bola Tinubu’s camp. In a recent video interview with streamer Peller, he said Tinubu and his team still do not fully trust him.He says that the main reasons are his Igbo background and the fact that he supported and worked for Obi in the past presidential election. He explained that some people in the presidents
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Chimezie Imo, Mike Afolarin, Tomiwa Tegbe & Emeka Nwagbaraocha Announce “Project X… Almost Famous”
Nollywood’s Emeka Nwagbaraocha, Chimezie Imo, Tomiwa Tegbe, and Mike Afolarin are reuniting for Project X… Almost Famous, the debut stage production from their new creative collective, The MECT Company. The Lagos-set contemporary drama runs for two weekends at the MUSON Centre, Agip Hall, in July 2026. The post Chimezie Imo, Mike Afolarin, Tomiwa Tegbe & Emeka Nwagbaraocha Announce “Project X… Almost Famous” appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Singer Chike Shows Off Interior Of Living Room As He Celebrates Arsenal Victory...
Nice interior....Probably done by his alleged Boo Sandra who flawless in what she does......Ehen, As i was saying, Chike is seen celebrating Arsenal victory....Arsenal won after 22 years of bad belle and village people wishing them losses...This year, gunners refused the normal narrative and they won!
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'In the Seashell Hum': Play shines light on soldiers' PTSD, addiction struggles
Adipo Sidangs In the Seashell Hum uses the story of a traumatised former navy officer to explore PTSD, alcoholism and mental health struggles.
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CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: AGILE CONVENES MEDIA VOICES FOR GIRLS’ EDUCATION ADVOCACY
The AGILE Project held a national media dialogue under its national initiative, MADUBI (a Hausa word meaning “mirror”), on the 19th of May, 2026, bringing together key voices across media, education, and advocacy to explore how storytelling can reshape narratives around girls’ education in Nigeria. The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment, (AGILE) Project... Read More Read » CHANGING THE NARRATIVE: AGILE CONVENES MEDIA VOICES FOR GIRLS’ EDUCATION ADVOCACY on YNaija
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Singer Niniola Announces The Loss Of Her Husband
She took to her Instagram story to share photos of herself and her husband over the years and though she didn't disclose the cause of his death, she noted that ''God took him'' after 13 years.
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Ruto joins jubilant Kenyan fans in celebrating Arsenal's EPL win after 22-year wait
Ruto joined jubilant Kenyan and global Arsenal supporters in celebrating the clubs first Premier League title in 22 years.
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Lagos Court Orders Stephanie Otobo To Pay Apostle Suleman ₦100 Million For Defamation
Hmmmmm!!!!A Lagos High Court has ordered Stephanie Otobo to pay ₦100 million in damages to Apostle Johnson Suleman, concluding a long-running defamation battle between the two.The judgment follows years of public controversy that began around 2017, when Otobo accused the cleric of having an affair with her and made several other serious allegations.Suleman consistently denied the claims and
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Mercy Hinneh: Woman who fled trauma, now fights to save children living it
Liberian activist Mercy Hinneh says childhood trauma, poverty, and unstable family structures are fueling a mental health crisis among vulnerable children across Africa.
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Tems Leads Nigerian Artists in BET Awards 2026 Nominations Alongside Wizkid, Burna Boy & Asake
Tems leads the Nigerian contingent at the 2026 BET Awards with three nominations — Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, BET Her Award for First, and Viewers' Choice for Raindance with Dave. Wizkid and Asake are jointly nominated for Best Group, while Burna Boy earned a Best Collaboration nod for WGFT with Gunna. The ceremony holds 28 June in Los Angeles. The post Tems Leads Nigerian Artists in BET Awards 2026 Nominations Alongside Wizkid, Burna Boy & Asake appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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“I love that the entire industry respected their union” – OAP N6 confirms Niniola’s marriage as he mourns her husband
The post “I love that the entire industry respected their union” – OAP N6 confirms Niniola’s marriage as he mourns her husband appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nigerian OAP and media gùru N6 has reacted to the death of singer Niniola’s husband. Kemi Filani reported hours ago that the elder sister of Teni shared the devastating news on her Instagram story, posting photos of herself and her husband over the years. Though not disclosing the cause of the death, Nini announced that […] The post “I love that the entire industry respected their union” – OAP N6 confirms Niniola’s marriage as he mourns her husband appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Pidgin Post - See Former Minister Wey Thiff Over N30 Billion As Dem Handcuff Am Like Who Thief Goat
See Mamman Saleh; a whole former minister of Power as dem parade am like person wey thiff for Oshodi!!!See handcuff for him hand like person wey thief pregnant goat!!!Dem sentence am to 75 years in prison because e thiff public funds wey pass N30 billion....As dem sentence am, e come go hide for one house like this, na so EFCC go arrest am around 3am wey e still dey sleep...Na money e thiff no be
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Inside digifon’s Star-Studded OWS Earbuds Launch Party | Now Available at Glo Stores Nationwide
If you love premium sound but hate the ear fatigue and blocked-out feeling of traditional earbuds, your audio game just got a massive upgrade. Lifestyle tech brand digifon officially launched its highly anticipated Open Wearable Stereo (OWS) earbuds series, and they did it in true Lagos fashion with an absolute banger of an experiential party […] The post Inside digifon’s Star-Studded OWS Earbuds Launch Party | Now Available at Glo Stores Nationwide appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Arsenal end 22-year wait to win 2026 Premier League title
Arsenal FC ended a 22-year Premier League title drought under Mikel Arteta after rivals Manchester City dropped crucial points, sealing a historic 2026 triumph.
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A’ja Wilson Becomes the First Player in WNBA History With Multiple 45-Point Games
Las Vegas Aces centre A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history with multiple 45-point games on 15 May 2026, scoring 45 points against the Connecticut Sun in a 101-94 win. The four-time WNBA MVP shot 15-for-18 from the field, made all 13 free throws, and recorded her fifth career 40-point game, the most in WNBA history. The post A’ja Wilson Becomes the First Player in WNBA History With Multiple 45-Point Games appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Lateef Adedimeji tackles his wife, Mo Bimpe, as she declares their triplets Arsenal fans
The post Lateef Adedimeji tackles his wife, Mo Bimpe, as she declares their triplets Arsenal fans appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has tackled his wife, Mo Bimpe, for declaring their triplets Arsenal fans. On her Twitter page, Bimpe expressed excitement about Arsenal becoming Premier League champions. She revealed that their triplets are already Arsenal fans. “We are the Premier League champions!Thank you, @ArsenalMy triplets are Arsenal fans already”. Reacting to it, Lateef […] The post Lateef Adedimeji tackles his wife, Mo Bimpe, as she declares their triplets Arsenal fans appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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“A teacher was slaughtered, yet we’re talking about Chike and Frank” – Bobrisky lashes out, seeks support for the teacher’s kids
The post “A teacher was slaughtered, yet we’re talking about Chike and Frank” – Bobrisky lashes out, seeks support for the teacher’s kids appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky has reacted to the trending video of a teacher who was murdered. The Mathematics teacher in Oyo State, identified as Michael Oyedokun, was allegedly slaughtered by Fulani terrorists. Reacting to the video, Bobrisky lamented over how Nigerians are more focused on Chike and Frank Edoho’s story. He noted that Nigeria is in […] The post “A teacher was slaughtered, yet we’re talking about Chike and Frank” – Bobrisky lashes out, seeks support for the teacher’s kids appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Former Minister Pantami Cites Electoral Act Breach And Pulls Out Of Gombe APC Primaries.
Which one is Pantanmiya movement again......Former Communications Minister Isa Ali Pantami has withdrawn from the APC governorship primaries in Gombe.A statement by Barr. Ibrahim M. Attahir for the Pantamiyya Movement said Pantami quit over alleged violations of the Electoral Act 2026 and the party’s failure to provide information needed for a transparent primary.His lawyers’ letters to APC
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“All the women celebrating Chike are uséless. God will punish y’all” – Daddy Freeze vents (Video)
The post “All the women celebrating Chike are uséless. God will punish y’all” – Daddy Freeze vents (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nigerian media personality Daddy Freeze has lashed out at those celebrating singer Chike over his affair with Frank Edoho’s wife. In a video on his Instagram page, he noted how the singer didn’t do well and believed there would be repercussions for him in future. Freeze disclosed that most men fear sleeping with married women […] The post “All the women celebrating Chike are uséless. God will punish y’all” – Daddy Freeze vents (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Family Of Teacher Unalifed By Bandits Beg Nigerians To Stop Circulating Gruesome Video
 Mr Michael Oyedokun, the teacher who was unalifed by bandits left behind a family traumatised by his shocking demise and they have issued a statement begging that Nigerian Netizens stop circulating the video released by bandits showing how they unalifed him.....The family appeals to the public and media platforms to kindly reduce or stop sharing the graphic videos and pictures of their
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | WHO Raises Alarm Over Fast-Spreading Ebola Outbreak in Congo
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. WHO raises alarm over fast-spreading Ebola outbreak in Congo World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed concern over the rapid spread of a rare Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, where suspected deaths have... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | WHO Raises Alarm Over Fast-Spreading Ebola Outbreak in Congo on YNaija
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Designer Veekee James slams a fan for telling her to rest because she just gave birth
The post Designer Veekee James slams a fan for telling her to rest because she just gave birth appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nigerian designer Veekee James has lashed out at a fan who told her to rest because she just gave birth. Kemi Filani reported last week that the couple shared the good news with a cute video of them with their new bundle of joy. Veekee said they welcomed their child on the 2nd of May, and she […] The post Designer Veekee James slams a fan for telling her to rest because she just gave birth appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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FG suspends planned closure of Eko Bridge
The post FG suspends planned closure of Eko Bridge appeared first on Kemi Filani. The Federal Government has announced the planned suspension of the Eko Bridge in Lagos state. This was confirmed by the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, during an inspection of the bridge. Umahi said: “We directed that this bridge be closed. That was about two weeks back, but our caring President Bola Tinubu is very […] The post FG suspends planned closure of Eko Bridge appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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“Why is it okay for married men to cheat but married women can’t?” – Etinosa Idemudia asks
The post “Why is it okay for married men to cheat but married women can’t?” – Etinosa Idemudia asks appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia has asked a question about the double standard in cheating. In the wake of Frank Edoho’s ex-wife scandal with singer Chike, Etinosa questioned why it is okay for a married man to cheat on his wife, but the reverse is the case for the wife. “Pls I want to ask a […] The post “Why is it okay for married men to cheat but married women can’t?” – Etinosa Idemudia asks appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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WEDNESDAY SPONTANEOUS POST
#BlessedAndGrowing #CalmMind #PeacefulSpirit #WinningMindset #itiswhatitis #neversaynever #blessingnodeyfinishforbabaGdosideWednesday dey always come with that small stubborn energy, like e wan test your spirit, but today your own spirit stand gidigba. As you rise, your mind clear, your focus sharp, and your confidence dey do press‑up. Anything wey wan drag you back go tire, because
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“God took him away” – Singer Niniola breaks down as she loses husband of 13 years
The post “God took him away” – Singer Niniola breaks down as she loses husband of 13 years appeared first on Kemi Filani. It is a heartbreaking time for Nigerian singer and songwriter Niniola Apata as she loses her husband. The elder sister of Teni shared the devastating news on her Instagram story, posting photos of herself and her husband over the years. Though not disclosing the cause of the death, Nini announced that her husband had passed […] The post “God took him away” – Singer Niniola breaks down as she loses husband of 13 years appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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“I don’t see him winning and don’t want to keep losing” – Cubana Chief Priest reveals why he left Peter Obi for Tinubu as he addresses his election loss (Video)
The post “I don’t see him winning and don’t want to keep losing” – Cubana Chief Priest reveals why he left Peter Obi for Tinubu as he addresses his election loss (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani. Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has finally revealed why he stan President Tinubu. In a Live stream with TikToker Peller, he said Tinubu doesn’t fully trust him because he is an Igbo man and once worked for Peter Obi, so they feel he can betray him too. Chief Priest revealed that he left Peter Obi […] The post “I don’t see him winning and don’t want to keep losing” – Cubana Chief Priest reveals why he left Peter Obi for Tinubu as he addresses his election loss (Video) appeared first on Kemi Filani.
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Arsenal Breaks 22‑year Curse By Winning 2025/26 Premier League Title.
 Awesome!!!!.........Please pack your bad belle one side and celebrate!!
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HGTV Fans Go Wild Over Cole DeBoer’s Shirtless Farm Moment On Down Home Fab
Just call it engagement farming? Some fans playfully called out Chelsea DeBoer for the footage of her husband, Cole, that she chose for a farm life video.
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Brooke Shields Daughter Rowan Henchy Has Undergone A Stunning Transformation
Rowan Henchy has followed her mother, "Blue Lagoon" star Brooke Shields, into the entertainment industry as a young adult, but not as a model or actor.
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Betty White’s Final Word Was A Touching Tribute To Allen Ludden
On her deathbed, it seems that Betty White might have been reliving her sweet love story with the love she lost decades earlier, her husband Allen Ludden.
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Togo Removes Visa Requirements for All African Citizens | Here Is Everything You Need to Know
Togo has officially removed visa requirements for all African citizens effective 18 May 2026, allowing holders of valid African passports to enter the country for stays of up to 30 days. The West African country becomes the sixth African nation to grant visa-free access to fellow Africans, joining Rwanda, Ghana, Benin, and Kenya. The post Togo Removes Visa Requirements for All African Citizens | Here Is Everything You Need to Know appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
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Sea King Blasts Sunday Igboho Over Oyo Attacks And Rising Insecurity
Nigerian TikToker, Olumide Ogunsanwo, popularly known as Sea King, has called out Ibadan-based Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, aka Sunday Igboho, over the recent attacks and abductions in Oyo State. Sea King spoke in a video shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday while reacting to the mass abduction of teachers and students of the Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele in Oriire […] Oyo attacks: ‘Silence after presidential pardon isn’t bravery’ – TikToker Sea King to Sunday Igboho
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