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“It’s Because You’re Broke” – Phyna Fires Back at Critics Over BBL
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“It’s Because You’re Broke” – Phyna Fires Back at Critics Over BBL

Nigerian actress and reality TV personality, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has responded strongly to critics condemning her decision to undergo cosmetic surgery.In a post shared on Instagram, the reality star argued that many of those criticizing her simply lack the financial means to afford such procedures.According to her, if her critics had enough money, they would likely make similar choices. She insisted that people’s views on cosmetic surgery are often influenced more by their financial situation than by personal beliefs.Phyna added that with sufficient funds—such as having millions of naira at one’s disposal—many women would consider altering their bodies, stressing that financial freedom plays a major role in such decisions.Her remarks have sinc...
Married woman found dead in male friend’s residence in Kano
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Married woman found dead in male friend’s residence in Kano

A married woman and mother of five has been found dead at the residence of her male friend, identified as Lucky Isuma, in the Sabon Gari area of Kano.The woman, Sandra, who was said to be from Abia State, was confirmed dead on April 11, 2026, at No. 47 Aitken Road, Sabon Gari.According to unverified reports from neighbours, she had requested food shortly before her death, and her host had stepped out to get it when the incident occurred.The spokesperson of the Kano State Police Command, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the development, noting that the man involved has been taken into custody.He explained that on April 11, 2026, around 10:30 a.m., a 22-year-old resident, Chidera Nwobi, reported at the Sabon Gari Police Division that he discovered a woman, believed to b...
Abroad-based man killed as truck crashes into building in Aba
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Abroad-based man killed as truck crashes into building in Aba

A goods-laden truck on Sunday lost control and crashed into the fence of a building in Osisioma, along the Aba–Port Harcourt Expressway, leaving one man dead.Residents said the deceased, a male who had recently returned from an Asian country where he lives, was among those affected by the accident.It was gathered that the truck driver lost control before ramming into the structure, hitting a motorcyclist and two other men in the process.One of the victims died from the impact, while the other two sustained serious injuries and were taken to the hospital by officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Abia State Sector Command.The exact cause of the crash has not yet been confirmed, as authorities are still investigating whether it resulted from overspeeding or brake f...
Lagos CP inspects accident scene, pledges justice for deceased LASU student
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Lagos CP inspects accident scene, pledges justice for deceased LASU student

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, has visited the site of the road accident that led to the death of a student of Lagos State University, assuring that justice will be served.This was made known in a statement released on Sunday night by the police command’s spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi.According to the statement, Tijani, alongside senior officers, carried out an on-the-spot assessment of the crash location as part of ongoing investigations.During the visit, the police delegation also engaged with members of the university’s Students’ Union, addressing their concerns over the tragic incident.Adebisi stated that the commissioner praised the students for remaining calm and exercising restraint despite the loss of their colleague.She added that Tijani...
BBNaija Star Angel Smith Accused of Infidelity Weeks After Wedding
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BBNaija Star Angel Smith Accused of Infidelity Weeks After Wedding

Tumininu, the partner of Big Brother Naija reality star Angel Smith, has publicly accused her of cheating, just weeks after their wedding.The allegation comes less than a month after the couple held their white wedding in March 2026 in the United States.Speculation about a possible breakup began when Tumininu shared a photo of Angel’s engagement ring on social media with the caption, “If you need ring, holla.” She also posted another image of herself getting close with an unidentified woman on Snapchat.Tumininu further claimed that Angel was unfaithful with someone she allegedly met on a dating app. She expressed frustration over the situation, stating that she had spent over $100,000 (more than ₦100 million) on Angel and made significant sacrifices to sustain their relationshi...
A French couple was arrested in Thailand for engaging in public sexual activity on a beach.
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A French couple was arrested in Thailand for engaging in public sexual activity on a beach.

A French couple have been arrested after they sparked outrage when they were seen having s£x on a remote Thai beach. The pair, named by officers as Halan, 24, and Nadia, 24, were reportedly seen romping on the sand at Rayee Beach on the holiday island of Phuket on April 10. Footage appears to shows the n@ked  woman on top of her partner as they moved vigorously in full view of several stunned passers-by.  Shocked locals said the pair showed no regard for other visitors, claiming they were moaning loudly enough to be heard across the beach during the brazen public s£x act. Residents also slammed police for not patrolling the area to prevent such incidents. One local said: "Great, go for it. Because in our country, there are no rules...
US to blockade Iran ports after negotiations fail to yield a deal
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US to blockade Iran ports after negotiations fail to yield a deal

The U.S. military has announced it will initiate a total maritime blockade of all Iranian ports and coastal areas starting Monday at 10 a.m. ET (1400 GMT). This decision follows the collapse of high-level negotiations in Islamabad over the weekend, which failed to secure a permanent end to the six-week war and has placed a fragile two-week ceasefire in immediate jeopardy.These talks represented the first direct diplomatic meeting between the U.S. and Iran in over a decade, but the inability to reach a balanced agreement has resulted in a swift return to hostilities. U.S. Central Command confirmed that the blockade will be enforced impartially against all vessels entering or departing Iranian ports in the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, regardless of their nationality.While the b...
Pope Leo responds to Trump after US President attacked him for war criticism
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Pope Leo responds to Trump after US President attacked him for war criticism

Pope Leo has responded after Donald Trump called him “weak” for criticising the war in Iran. The Catholic Pontiff said on Monday, April 13, that he plans ​to continue speaking out against war after U.S. President Donald Trump's direct ‌attack on the him. In comments aboard the papal flight to Algiers, where the first U.S. pope is starting a 10-day tour to ​four African countries, the pontiff also said the Christian message ​was being "abused". "I don't want to get into a debate with ⁠him," Leo said as he greeted journalists on the plane. "I don't ​think that the message of the Gospel is meant to be abused ​in the way that some people are doing." Speaking to other reporters, Pope Leo added: "I’m not afraid of the Trump administration or of speaking out loudly a...
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today 13 April 2026
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Dollar to Naira exchange rate today 13 April 2026

The Nigerian Naira began the new trading week on Monday, April 13, 2026, with minor fluctuations against the United States Dollar across the official and informal markets.In the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the official trading window, the Naira opened at approximately N1,358.84 per Dollar. Despite some early-morning volatility that saw the rate briefly touch N1,362.08, the currency eventually stabilized near its opening mark.This steady performance is largely credited to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to manage liquidity and maintain oversight of the banking system.The parallel market, often referred to as the black market, saw higher rates as demand for the greenback continued among individuals and small businesses. In major commercial hubs such as Lagos, Kano,...
Kano ADC Gives 60% Leadership Slots to Kwankwaso Camp
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Kano ADC Gives 60% Leadership Slots to Kwankwaso Camp

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kano State has resolved to allocate 60 percent of its leadership positions to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and his loyalists.The agreement was reached during a stakeholders’ meeting where members deliberated and finalized the party’s leadership structure.State chairman, Musa Ungogo, confirmed the development, explaining that Kwankwaso’s bloc would take the larger share, while the remaining 40 percent would be distributed among existing members and other groups that recently joined the party.He noted that no specific position was set aside for former Deputy Governor Nasiru Gawuna, but added that Gawuna, now aligned with Kwankwaso, would be accommodated within his camp.Ungogo further explained that the 40 percent allocation would be shared amo...
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