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Tamunosoye Karibi-George, representing Bayelsa State, was crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026. The 26-year-old beauty queen won the crown over 19 other contestants at the ceremony held over the weekend at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel. Although she represented Bayelsa State in the competition, Karibi-George is an indigene of Rivers State. Her triumph earns her the privilege to represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival, which will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026. Ben Murray-Bruce, the founder of the Silverbird Group and a former senator, announced the result in a post on Sunday and congratulated the new queen. “WE HAVE A QUEEN! A new chapter begins. Please join us in celebrating TAMUNOSOYE KARIBI-GEORGE, representing B...

singer Ayra star  the weekend stepped out in a mesh sheer black polka dot skirt that showed off pink panties. She paired the look with a black bra and a pink headtie.  Nigerian music star, Ayra Starr caused a stir online after stepping out in a sheer black polka dot mesh skirt that exposed pink panties, which she paired with a matching black bralette and a pink headtie.  Her fashion choice quickly drew a wave of backlash, with numerous fans flooding her comment section to label the outfit inappropriate. Unbothered by the criticism, Ayra Starr quickly fired back at her detractors, telling them to relax. The singer noted that she has worn far more revealing outfits in the past and promised that she will be wearing even more daring styles in the future. ...

As the cost of fertility treatment continues to rise in Nigeria, putting assisted reproduction beyond the reach of many families, the Olaronke Thaddeus Foundation has expanded its intervention to support more women struggling with infertility. The foundation, led by fertility advocate Olaronke Ugwueke-Thaddeus, announced a fresh outreach programme offering free intrauterine insemination (IUI) treatment to 20 Nigerian women, as part of efforts to ease the financial burden associated with fertility care. The latest initiative builds on the foundation’s growing fertility support programme, which has already sponsored in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment for about 50 women and couples across Nigeria between 2024 and 2025. The support has also extended to Nigerians living in the United ...

The US Department of War has officially removed 180 faiths from its list of recognized religions in the military. The U.S. Military Chaplain Corps previously recognized over 200 faith codes that military women and men could claim affiliation with. That number has now been reduced to 31 as of a Thursday, June 4, memo from Undersecretary of Defense Anthony Tata, according to Military.com. Tata's memo says the change will "streamline the DoW collection of religious preferences for service members to enhance the delivery of targeted religious support from the Chaplaincy." "The new list will provide chaplains with clear, readily available information that will better enable them to anticipate the religious support needs of service members and to provide religious s...

The mother of former Big Brother Naija star Angel Smith has addressed the controversy surrounding the circulation of alleged private videos linked to her daughter on social media. The videos, which sparked widespread reactions online, were accompanied by several unverified claims. In response, Angel’s mother took to Snapchat to clarify one of the allegations after she was seen smoking in the background of one of the clips. According to her, the substance was prescribed for medical purposes following a surgical procedure she underwent in 2022. She explained that she had surgery to remove a lipoma, a non-cancerous fatty lump, and was later prescribed medical marijuana after conventional pain medication failed to provide adequate relief. She stated that the prescription was intended ...

Social media platforms have been buzzing with reactions following reports that alleged private videos of former Big Brother Naija housemate Angel Smith surfaced online. The development sparked widespread discussion across various social media platforms, with fans and critics expressing differing opinions on the matter. While some users voiced support for the reality TV star and called for respect for her privacy, others debated the broader issue of digital security and the unauthorized sharing of personal content. Several supporters condemned the circulation of the alleged videos, stressing that individuals have a right to privacy regardless of their public status. Others urged social media users to refrain from sharing or reposting the material. The incident also reignited conver...

Nigerian singer Flavour has opened up about why he struggles with the idea of being committed to just one woman. In a video broadcast, the “Nabania” hitmaker said he sees himself as someone who belongs to a free-spirited lifestyle rather than a traditional, settled relationship. He described himself as an “explorer,” adding that he is not built for a restricted or exclusive romantic life. “I am an explorer. I belong to the wild world. I belong to the street. Some men are domesticated but I am not. We belong to the wild world. I cannot be caged,” he said. Flavour, who has three children with two former beauty queens, has often been in the spotlight for his personal life and relationships.

Ivy Ifeoma has encouraged women to focus on personal growth and financial independence rather than making the pursuit of wealthy partners their primary life goal. In a video shared on social media, Ifeoma advised women to invest in themselves, build successful careers, and become financially stable before seeking relationships. According to her, accomplished and self-sufficient women are more likely to attract quality partners. She stressed that women should strive to create their own wealth and achievements, viewing a financially successful partner as an added blessing rather than the ultimate objective. Using her own experience as an example, Ifeoma revealed that she had already achieved financial success before meeting her husband, music star Paul Okoye. “Before anyone comes...

The Governor of Cross River, Bassey Otu, has unveiled the theme for Carnival Calabar 2026, saying innovations will deepen public participation, expand economic opportunities and boost the carnival’s global appeal. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Otu unveiled the Carnival Calabar and Festival 2026 theme ‘Rethinking Our Collective Destiny’ on Sunday night in Lagos. The unveiling marked the inauguration of the carnival’s 21st anniversary edition and drew tourism stakeholders, diplomats, cultural enthusiasts and government officials. Otu said the theme reflected a collective resolve to reimagine the future of the carnival and harness its potential as a driver of economic growth, cultural preservation and tourism development. “We are not just unveiling a theme; we a...

IJEBU-ODE— A breathtaking fusion of heritage and high fashion took over Ijebu-Ode as the 2026 Ojude Oba festival delivered its signature glitz. Top dignitaries, including Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; Otunba Gbenga Danieland Seyi Tinubu, among others graced the Awujale Palace pavilion to partake in the cultural fiesta. ‎The colourful annual Ojude Oba Festival has once again taken centre stage as thousands of attendees gathered in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, for this year’s Ojude Oba Festival. The festival celebrated by the Ijebu people of Ogun State remains one of Nigeria’s biggest cultural events, attracting visitors from across the country and from abroad, as the Ijebus are well-travelled p...