Author: Barbara Quarshie

Bobrisky, the prominent Nigerian crossdresser, faces the prospect of spending the upcoming Eid-il-Fitr celebration behind bars as he awaits his sentencing. The controversial figure, whose real name is Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, was arrested on April 3, 2024 and subsequently convicted by a Federal High Court in Lagos on April 5, 2024. The charges against Bobrisky…

A heartbreaking video circulating on social media has captured the emotional turmoil of a Nigerian couple whose three-year relationship has come to an abrupt end due to a genotype mismatch. In the video, the devastated woman can be seen in tears as she grapples with the harsh reality of their situation. The revelation of their…

Actor Deyemi Okanlawon mourns the late Aderounmu Adejumoke, advising everyone to cherish their loved ones while they can. Adejumoke, known for her role as “Esther” in Jenifa’s Diary, passed away at the age of 37, leaving behind a wave of condolences from fans and colleagues alike. Sharing a poignant moment, Deyemi revealed the last chat…

The brother of the late actress Aderounmu Adejumoke has called out actress Funke Akindele for failing to offer support despite sending condolences. Aderounmu Adejumoke, known for her role in the comedy series “Jenifa’s Diary,” tragically passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 37. Funke Akindele, upon learning of Adejumoke’s death, expressed her…

Nurses in Kumasi, belonging to the Graduate Unemployed Nurses and Midwives Association (GUNMA), staged a demonstration on Monday, April 8, 2024, demanding employment opportunities. Approximately 17 graduate nurses and midwives gathered at the entrance of the Kumasi Center for National Culture to voice their frustrations about being unemployed despite completing their education. Despite the early…

May Edochie, known for her influence and presence in the entertainment industry, is rumored to have made a significant investment in the form of a multimillion-naira mansion located in Banana Island. Social media platforms and various blogs were inundated with congratulatory messages over the weekend, suggesting that May Edochie had acquired a lavish property in…

In a recent development, a Federal High Court has ruled that Halima Abubakar must pay a hefty sum of N10 million for disseminating false information about Apostle Johnson Suleman. The court’s decision, issued on Monday, April 8, 2024, mandates Abubakar to compensate Apostle Suleman, the Senior Pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International,…

An extreme heatwave in Mali has claimed the lives of over 100 people, with mortuaries now struggling to accommodate the influx of bodies. Reports indicate that last month, temperatures soared to unprecedented levels, reaching a scorching 48.5°C in the town of Kayes, marking a record high for Africa in April 2024. According to French news…

Former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele of Nigeria has entered a plea of not guilty to 26 fresh charges leveled against him by the country’s financial regulatory body. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleges that Emefiele violated exchange rate regulations during his tenure as the head of the central bank. Specifically, he is…

Two major transport unions in Ghana, the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana and the Transport Operators of Ghana, have jointly announced an impending increase in transport fares, scheduled to commence on Saturday, April 13, 2024. This decision comes amidst recent hikes in petroleum prices, prompting the unions to adjust fare rates accordingly. According to a…