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UNTH begins contact tracing on Diphtheria case
The University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu, has commenced contact tracing following the confirmation of a clinically diagnosed case of diphtheria at the hospital. According to Sahara Reporters, the case involved a patient who was receiving treatment at the facility’s Children’s Emergency Room but died two days after admission. The development was disclosed in
₦3,000 a Day Is Enough — Ambassador Omokri Takes Poverty Debate to Kaduna Market
Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has renewed his campaign to show that Nigeria is cheaper to live in than Western countries, this time taking his argument to a market in Kaduna, where he shopped for food items. Omokri had earlier told Channels TV that an individual in Nigeria could feed themselves for a day
Police issues nationwide security alert over possible terror attack
The Nigeria Police Force has raised a nationwide security alert following intelligence reports suggesting that terrorist groups may be planning coordinated attacks on churches, schools, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable locations across the country. The warning was reportedly contained in an internal communication issued by the Force’s Department of Operations on September 13, 2026,
Activist raises alarm over alleged attempt to secure release of woman arrested over child exploitation
Human rights activist Israel Joe has raised fresh concerns over the case of a 36-year-old woman arrested in Anambra State over allegations involving the exploitation of her young daughter for explicit online content. In a statement shared on social media, the activist alleged that the woman’s arrest may be connected to a wider network involved
Nigeria condemns killing of two citizens in south Africa, demand urgent investigation
The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned the reported killings of two Nigerian nationals in South Africa and called on the country’s authorities to conduct thorough and transparent investigations into the incidents. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, said Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle was reportedly killed at
Has Poco Lee Been Released from UK Prison?
Speculation over the whereabouts of Nigerian dancer Poco Lee has intensified after a video circulating online appeared to show him with music star Burna Boy while eating jollof rice. The footage emerged shortly after streamer Peller claimed that Poco Lee had been released from custody in the United Kingdom. However, it has not been established
Nigeria plans to regulate internet access for children under 16
The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce measures aimed at regulating internet access for children below the age of 16, as part of efforts to protect young people from potential risks in the digital environment. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this while speaking to students and other stakeholders. He said the government
Remi Tinubu urges south -East to support Tinubu’s re-election
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to voters in the South-East to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.She made the appeal in Owerri, Imo State, during an official programme where empowerment items were distributed to women. Tinubu said she and the President were committed to building
Trump Dividend: Trump Promises $5,000 if Republicans Win Midterms; Critics Call It “Vote Buying
United States President Donald Trump has promised to pay every adult American citizen a $5,000 “Trump Dividend” if Republicans retain control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in the November 2026 midterm elections. Trump announced the proposal during the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, claiming that the United States was generating substantial
Thai Clinic Says Igho Ubiribo Underwent Five Penile-Filler Procedures Before Death
A Bangkok cosmetic clinic has disclosed that Nigerian-born British businessman and social media influencer Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo underwent five penile-enlargement procedures at the facility before his death in Thailand. The disclosure emerged as Thai health authorities opened an investigation into the clinic and the circumstances surrounding the 43-year-old’s death. According to the clinic’s account, Ubiribo
Breaking News: Carter Efe’s TikTok Account With 5.6 Million Followers Banned
Popular Nigerian content creator and livestreamer Carter Efe has reportedly lost access to his TikTok account, which had accumulated about 5.6 million followers. According to a report by Peoples Gazette, the account was banned over what the platform described as serious violations of its Community Guidelines. However, TikTok has not publicly disclosed the specific content
Suspected Thugs Stop Peter Obi From Visiting Yelewata in Benue
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, was prevented from visiting Yelewata in Benue State on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, after suspected thugs blocked his convoy. Obi had reportedly arrived at Makurdi Airport and was travelling with members of the NDC entourage along the Makurdi–Gboko highway when the group encountered a roadblock
PELLER RESPONDS TO SOLOMON BUCHI’S DEFAMATION COMPLAINTS,SAYS REMARKS WERE NOT ABOUT HIM
Popular TikTok streamer Peller has responded to content creator Solomon Buchi after Buchi reportedly reported him to the UK Metropolitan Police over alleged defamatory remarks made during a livestream. The controversy began on Saturday, September 5, 2026, when Buchi announced that he was taking legal action over comments made by Peller, who is currently in
NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS ALLEGES HARASSMENT, SAYS HER SAFETY IS AT RISK
Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has raised concerns about her safety, accusing a dispatch rider identified as Opeyemi of allegedly sending her unsolicited explicit images and continuing to contact her despite her objections. In a video shared online, the actress said the alleged messages had made her feel threatened. She also recalled that the dispute began
Super Falcons Goalkeeper joins crystal palace
Nigeria international goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has completed her transfer to Crystal Palace Women from Portsmouth. The 21-year-old has signed a contract that will keep her at the Women’s Super League club until 2028, marking a significant step forward in her professional career. Crystal Palace confirmed the signing on its official website, while Erhabor expressed excitement
VERYDARKMAN WALKS BACK NBA CONFERENCE REMARKS, COMMENDS FALLEN SECURITY PERSONNEL
Social commentator Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has expressed regret over remarks he made about Nigeria’s security agencies during the Nigerian Bar Association’s 66th Annual General Conference. In a video released on Friday, September 4, the activist said he had reconsidered his comments after referring to military, police, customs and immigration personnel as
ALLOW YOUR CHILDREN TO STRUGGLE-MAMA G
Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor, popularly known as Mama G, has encouraged parents to allow their children to struggle and go through the process of working for what they want, saying such experiences can help them become more responsible adults. The actress made the remarks during an interview with Femi Bassey TV while reflecting on
EX-BBNAIJA HOUSEMATE DANBOSKID SEEKS SUPPORT AS HE REBUILDS CAREER
Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Daniel Olatunji, popularly known as Danboskid, has opened up about his personal and financial struggles, saying he is determined to rebuild his life and establish himself in the entertainment industry. The Ekiti-born actor and entrepreneur disclosed in a video shared on Wednesday that he had returned to his
FEDERAL WORKERS DEMAND N300,000 MINIMUM WAGE
The Federal Workers Forum (FWF) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to review the salaries of federal civil servants, proposing an increase in the minimum wage from N70,000 to N300,000. The demand was contained in a letter dated September 2, 2026, and signed by the forum’s National Coordinator, Andrew Emelieze, and
Video Sparks Outrage as Student Sits on Senator’s Lap While Asking Questions
NewsMaximum has examined the circumstances surrounding a trending video showing a male student sitting on the lap of Oyo State senator and APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, while conducting what appeared to be an interview. In the viral footage, the student, dressed in a suit, is seen reading questions from a mobile phone while
WIKE DEFENDS BETTA EDU’S CAMPAIGN ROLE, SAYS EFFC PROBE DOESN’T BAR POLITICAL PARTICIPATION
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has defended the appointment of former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Betta Edu to President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 campaign team, arguing that an unresolved investigation should not automatically exclude a person from political activities. Wike made the remarks during a media parley aired on Channels Television on Wednesday while
ACTRESS ATINUKE DIES AFTER BATTLE WITH CANCER
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actress Atinuke Remilekun Kareem after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Ogun State chapter, announced her passing in a statement shared by the association’s state leadership. The announcement also paid
Remember the legendary American rapper Tupac Shakur?
His music was widely played across the world, including Nigeria, in the late 1990s and early 2000s. But Tupac’s life was tragically cut short in 1996 when he was shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas. The shots that killed Tupac were reportedly fired from a white Cadillac carrying four men. One of them
BBNAIJA S11:ABI WINS GERARD TO WIN HEAD OF HOUSE FOR SECOND TIME
Abi has secured the Head of House title for the second time in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 11 after defeating Gerard in the final stage of the competition. According to Vanguard Newspapers, the housemates were put through a series of games designed to test their concentration, speed and physical abilities. After progressing through
2027: OPPOSITION EYE FOUR-YEAR DEAL, MOVES TO UNITE AGAINST TINUBU
Nigeria’s opposition parties have begun fresh moves to build a united front against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with a proposal for a single four-year transition government emerging as a major part of the discussions. According to Vanguard Newspapers, leaders of six opposition political parties converged in Abuja under the
Keffe D Found Guilty of Murdering Rap Legend Tupac Shakur (2Pac) 30 Years After Shooting
For many people who grew up in the 1990s and early 2000s, the name Tupac Shakur brings back memories of an era when rap music was gaining massive popularity across the world, including Nigeria. Tupac Shakur, popularly known as 2Pac, remains one of the most popular and influential rappers in the history of hip-hop. His
BBNAIJA 11:FANS TO DECIDE WHETHER AIKOU, FLORA RETURN TO GRAND PRIZE RACE
Big Brother Naija Season 11 has placed the fate of Aikou and Flora in the hands of viewers following a fresh twist that could see one or both housemates return to the race for the ₦160 million grand prize. The duo were introduced as the season’s “Gambits” during the second week of the reality show.
TINUBU SEEKS AU ACTION OVER XENOPHOBIC ATTACKS ON AFRICANS
President Bola Tinubu has taken Nigeria’s concerns over recurring xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks in South Africa to the African Union, calling for urgent continental action to protect Africans and other foreign nationals living across the continent. Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union Assembly
Jason Arday’s Plagiarism Accuser Nathan Cofnas Handed Three-Month Teaching Ban
American academic Nathan Cofnas, who brought plagiarism allegations against late Cambridge University professor Jason Arday into the public spotlight, has been barred from teaching at Ghent University for three months while being allowed to continue limited research remotely. The Belgian university imposed the disciplinary measure following an earlier precautionary suspension of Cofnas after Arday’s death.
Music has always been my healing -DJ Cuppy
Nigerian disc jockey, music star and philanthropist Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has opened up about her evolving identity, describing music as a source of healing while reflecting on her journey towards living more authentically. The entertainer, who recently unveiled a new look on social media, said she is gradually freeing herself from
Opposition leaders face fresh battle to build United front against Tinubu
Nigeria’s opposition parties are set for another major test on Monday as political leaders converge in Abuja to explore ways of forging a common front ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The meeting, being organised by the G-100 under the theme, “A Framework for Opposition Cooperation and Coordination,” is expected to attract representatives and leaders
“Let the World Burn If I Ever Greet Femi Falana Again” — VDM
The controversy surrounding VeryDarkMan’s appearance at the Nigerian Bar Association Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt has taken another turn following his latest response to human-rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN. In a new video monitored by NewsMaximum on VDM’s YouTube page, the social media activist claimed that before proceeding to the conference, he encountered Falana
Etta joMaria Emerges finalist in British council film lab
Africa Producers LabNollywood actress and producer Etta JoMaria has been selected as one of seven finalists for the British Council Film Lab Africa 2 Producers Lab, emerging from a highly competitive pool of more than 1,000 applicants from across Africa. The Producers Lab, organised in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy and Iconic Steps, is a
European Giants Step Up Preparations as transfer window enters final days
Europe’s leading football clubs are intensifying their preparations for the 2026/27 season as the summer transfer window enters its final days, with Manchester City, Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Real Madrid, Galatasaray, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain all making headlines.Liverpool have emerged among the biggest movers in the market after reportedly reaching an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain
Ayra starr to become first Afrobeat artiste to headline NFL halftime show
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr is set to make history as the first Afrobeats artiste to headline an NFL International Game Halftime Show. The award-winning singer will perform during halftime when the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 11 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Her appearance marks another major milestone
VeryDarkMan (VDM) Fires Back at Femi Falana Over NBA Conference Criticism
VeryDarkMan (VDM) Fires Back at Femi Falana Over NBA Conference Criticism Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has reacted to comments by human rights lawyer Femi Falana over his participation in a panel discussion at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference. During an interview on Channels Television, Falana was
Reform Nigerian football now-Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football following the country’s recent failure to qualify for several major international competitions. The directive came after the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the federation’s General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi, and members of the NFF Executive Committee resigned amid growing concerns
Raheem okoya reveals why he steps away from music
Nigerian singer and businessman Raheem Okoya, popularly known as Sir Raheem, has announced that he is stepping away from releasing new music. The 23-year-old son of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya made the announcement in a lengthy post shared on his Instagram page, explaining that his growing professional responsibilities have made it difficult for him to
TRump suspends immigrants visa application worldwide
The United States has reportedly suspended immigrant visa applications worldwide as the administration of President Donald Trump introduces tougher screening measures aimed at limiting the entry of applicants considered likely to depend on government assistance. A US State Department official confirmed the development on Tuesday, saying American embassies and consulates began implementing the initiative in
UEFA confirms three stadiums for 2027 club competition finals
UEFA has confirmed the venues for the 2027 finals of its three major men’s club competitions, with Madrid, Frankfurt and Istanbul selected to stage the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League showpieces respectively. The UEFA Champions League final is scheduled for June 5, 2027, at Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain. The home of Atlético
Motorists spend days in Benin-Asaba gridlock as FG orders concession review
Motorists and passengers travelling along the Benin–Agbor–Asaba highway have expressed frustration over its deteriorating condition, with some road users reportedly spending several days trapped in traffic. Minister of Works David Umahi addressed the situation during an inspection of the highway. He criticised the Benin–Asaba Expressway Concession Company, BAECC, over its handling of the project and
UPDATE: Friends Rally Behind Poco Lee Amid Unconfirmed Reports of Alleged Assault in UK
Friends and associates of Nigerian dancer and hypeman Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, have rallied behind him following reports that he is being held on remand in the United Kingdom. Snaresbrook Crown Court has now confirmed that Poco Lee’s case is listed for a plea and trial preparation hearing on September 15,
Friends rally behind Poco lee amid unconfirmed report of alleged sexual assault in UK
Friends and associates of Nigerian dancer and hypeman Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, have expressed support for him following reports that he is being held on remand in the United Kingdom. Initial reports circulating online linked his detention to an alleged sexual assault. However, the publicly available court record does not disclose the
US Intensifies military training for Nigerian troops to combat insecurity
The United States has stepped up military training for Nigerian troops as part of efforts to strengthen security cooperation and improve the operational capabilities of Nigeria’s armed forces. The training which took place in an operating location in Bauchi State, covered areas including combat casualty care, weapons familiarisation, camouflage, water treatment, explosive ordnance disposal, small-unit
minister warns against subsidy return
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that any move to restore petrol subsidy could undermine Nigeria’s recent economic progress. The minister pointed out thatreturning to the former subsidy regime would put pressure on government finances, weaken investor confidence and potentially reverse gains recorded under the economic reforms of President Bola
US court strikes down visa suspension affecting Nigeria,74 other countries
A federal judge in the United States has invalidated a Trump administration policy that halted the issuance of immigrant visas to nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria. In a ruling delivered on Friday, US District Judge Jeannette A. Vargas held that the State Department’s nationality-based directive was unlawful and went beyond the authority granted to
‘Good Morning, Tony’ Lady Offered ₦500,000, Ambassadorial Role After Viral UBA Encounter
A graduate trainee who went viral after addressing UBA Group Chairman Tony Elumelu by his first name has been offered ₦500,000 and an ambassadorial role following the controversy surrounding the incident. The exchange occurred during the graduation ceremony for participants in UBA’s Graduate Management Accelerated Programme. While preparing to ask a question, the trainee greeted
Havertz, Saka and Ødegaard Score as Arsenal Hand Coventry City a Rude Premier League Welcome
Defending champions Arsenal began the 2026/27 Premier League season in commanding fashion with a 3–0 victory over newly promoted Coventry City. Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard scored as Arsenal dominated the season’s opening match and handed Coventry City a difficult return to the Premier League. The emphatic victory puts Arsenal in a strong
US congressman says Nigeria Must Retain CPC tag amid rising insecurity
A fresh international spotlight has been turned on Nigeria’s worsening security crisis as United States Congressman, Rep. Riley Moore, insisted that Washington should not remove Nigeria from its Country of Particular Concern (CPC) designation over alleged persecution of Christians. Moore said the designation must remain in place as violence against Christian communities continues, particularly across
