NEWS September 4, 2026 / 3 min read. By Atinuke Otedola and her Editorial Team. Grammy-Winning Jazz Icon Cassandra Wilson Dies At 70 In Mississippi UNITED STATES The music world has been plunged into mourning following the death of Grammy-winning jazz icon Cassandra Wilson, one of the most distinctive and influential voices to emerge from … Read more
NIGERIA — Nigerian rapper Erigga has responded after Afrobeats superstar Davido criticised a social media post that sparked a debate over family wealth, privilege and the effort required to succeed in the music industry. The exchange began after Erigga shared a message on social media praising musicians who, according to him, had built their careers … Read more
At least 37 people suspected of involvement in illegal oil theft have reportedly died after inhaling dangerous petroleum fumes during an illegal loading operation at Okari Jetty in Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident occurred around midnight on Thursday, September 3, 2026, throwing the riverside community into confusion and raising fresh concerns … Read more
Nigerian music star, Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has once again attracted attention online after showing off a collection of gifts presented to him by his wife, Ivy Ifeoma. The former P-Square singer took to social media to display some of the items he received from his wife, turning what appeared to be a … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the All Progressives Congress (APC) can lose an election under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu without the country’s democratic system being threatened. Sanwo-Olu made the remark while speaking at the seventh annual lecture organised by Freedom Online on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos. … Read more
BBNaija star, Imisi, has reignited speculation about her relationship with fellow reality TV personality, Kola, after sharing a wedding-themed video that has sent social media users into a frenzy. The reality star sparked the latest wave of reactions on Thursday, September 3, 2026, after posting a suggestive clip on TikTok with the caption, “the wedding … Read more
The Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Alhaji Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, CON, has died at the age of 85. The respected traditional ruler reportedly passed away in Cairo, Egypt, on Thursday, September 3, 2026, bringing an end to a reign that lasted more than four decades. His death has plunged the Gumel Emirate, … Read more
Healthcare services in Katsina State could be disrupted from next week as the Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (AHAPN) has announced a seven-day warning strike over unresolved welfare and professional demands. The industrial action is scheduled to commence at 12:00 midnight on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum issued to the … Read more
Nine-year-old Charlotte Muritala is attracting attention in Nigeria after turning TikTok into an unusual classroom where she teaches mathematics to other children. The young mathematics enthusiast from Offa, Kwara State, has become known for using a whiteboard, marker and smartphone to explain mathematical problems in simple, step-by-step lessons. Her videos cover areas such as algebra, … Read more
The Ogun State Government has issued a fresh flood warning as the second phase of the 2026 rainy season begins, urging residents living in flood-prone communities to remain vigilant and move to safer locations where necessary. The latest advisory was issued by the State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, following weather projections indicating that Ogun … Read more