Author: Faith Babatunde

Magnesium is one of the most important yet often overlooked minerals your body needs to function properly. From supporting muscles and nerves to helping you get a good night’s sleep, magnesium plays a vital role in overall health. Unfortunately, many people don’t get enough of it from their daily diet. Here are five key reasons why your body needs magnesium: 1. Supports Muscle and Nerve Function Magnesium helps regulate muscle contractions and nerve signals. A deficiency can cause cramps, spasms, or even numbness. 2. Boosts Heart Health It helps maintain a steady heartbeat and supports normal blood pressure levels. Low…

Sean “Diddy” Combs, once a hip-hop mogul and business icon, has been convicted on two federal counts of transporting women across state lines for prostitution. Though acquitted of more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges, the ruling marks a major downfall for the music executive. What Happened? Following a year-long federal investigation, Diddy was arrested in September 2024 over disturbing allegations tied to drug-fueled “freak-off” parties involving coercion, sex, and control. Authorities even seized over 1,000 bottles of baby oil during raids on his properties. He was indicted on five felony counts, including racketeering, sex trafficking, and violations of the…

A powerful new opposition front is forming ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. On July 3, key political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and former governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi, officially launched a coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja. The event, held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, also introduced former Senate President David Mark as interim National Chairman and ex-Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola as Secretary. The ADC, originally founded in 2005, is now being rebranded as the central platform for opposition unity. However, the Presidency has…

Isaac Fayose, younger brother of ex-Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, has pledged support to Peter Obi and the emerging ADC-led opposition coalition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. In a Facebook post, Fayose declared, “Anywhere Peter Obi goes, I follow him… Bye-bye Labour Party, I am now ADC.” His defection adds to the momentum behind the African Democratic Congress (ADC), recently adopted as a unified platform by top opposition figures including Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi. On July 2, the coalition formally announced ADC as its new vehicle, dissolving its previous structure to accommodate heavyweight entrants from the APC, PDP,…

Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Senate President David Mark of planning to exploit Peter Obi’s popularity in the newly formed opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. Reacting on X (formerly Twitter), Keyamo claimed the coalition, now anchored by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is merely a front for Atiku’s faction of the PDP to secure the presidential ticket. “This is just Atiku’s PDP faction seeking the 2027 ticket, nothing more,” Keyamo wrote. He further alleged that Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 candidate, is being positioned as a placeholder to attract…

In today’s digital world, your identity isn’t just yours anymore. A few tools, a fake story, and your image can be used to ruin your life, without your knowledge or consent. This recently happened to Becky, a young woman who went viral after a content creator treated her to gifts and an iPhone in Lagos. But the celebration quickly turned dark when a man surfaced online claiming to be her boyfriend. He posted a couple of photos and WhatsApp chats as proof. Insults followed, and Becky was shamed across social media. But it was all fake.The photos were photoshopped. The…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-Anambra governor, Peter Obi, has declared his willingness to serve just one term if a 2027 opposition coalition demands it. Speaking during a widely attended XSpace session tagged #PeterObiOnParallelFacts, Obi said: “If the agreement is one term, I’ll leave on May 28, 2031, not even May 29. I’m not desperate to be president. I’m desperate to see Nigeria work.” The live event, which attracted over 10,000 listeners, focused on national issues like insecurity, economic hardship, and the need for a united political front ahead of the next general election. No Deal with Atiku, Coalition…

The Chediya community in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State came under attack on Monday as armed bandits stormed the village in broad daylight. Several residents were reportedly killed, many abducted, and dozens of homes set ablaze. According to eyewitnesses, the assailants fired sporadically, forcing villagers to flee. Properties were looted, livestock stolen, and entire households destroyed in the latest wave of violence rocking Nigeria’s north-west. This attack follows closely after a similar raid in the Kucheri community, where at least 10 people, including women and children, were killed. Just last week, over 25 villagers were reportedly massacred in…

Controversial Nigerian entertainer Speed Darlington has reacted after being declared wanted by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) over alleged cyberbullying and cyberstalking. In a video posted online, the US-based rapper dismissed the summons and demanded ₦2.5 million for his appearance. “All these wanted posters need to come down. I’m not coming. I’ve committed no crime. Irresponsible talk is not a crime,” he said. NAPTIP’s action follows a viral video where Speed Darlington claimed he had sexual relations with a 12-year-old girl and paid her. After public outrage, he later clarified that the statement was…

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has issued a public warning against a fraudulent website impersonating its official student loan platform. The agency clarified that it has not reopened its loan application portal and urged students to be cautious. According to a statement from NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, a fake message is circulating online claiming President Bola Tinubu has directed the reopening of the loan portal, linking to a scam website:https://nelfund-student-loan-2025.po-rt-al.com/NELFUND/ “This website is FAKE, and the information it carries is false and misleading,” she emphasized. How to Stay Safe Students, parents, and guardians are advised to:…