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A group of soldiers on Sunday announced the dissolution of Benin’s government during a televised broadcast on the state-owned channel. Identifying themselves as the Military Committee for Refoundation, the officers declared that President Patrice Talon and all political officeholders had been removed from power, adding that all state institutions now stand dissolved. Talon, who has led the country since 2016, had previously stated that he would leave office in April 2026 after the next presidential election. His administration has faced increasing tension in recent months. In September 2024, Djimon Tevoedjre, commander of the Republican Guard and head of the president’s security detail, was arrested following an attempted coup. Benin now becomes the latest West African nation to fall under military control. The announcement follows a similar development in Guinea-Bissau last month, where military officers seized power after President Umaro Embaló and his main challenger,...

Netflix, Inc . and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc . have signed a definitive agreement that will see Netflix acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, as well as HBO and the HBO Max streaming platform. The cash-and-stock deal values Warner Bros. Discovery at $27.75 per share, with an enterprise value estimated at $82.7 billion and an equity value of $72 billion. The acquisition is expected to be completed after WBD’s previously announced spinoff of its Global Networks division, Discovery Global, into a new publicly traded company. That separation is now projected for the third quarter of 2026. The merger will unite Netflix’s global streaming dominance with Warner Bros.’ century-old reputation for premium storytelling. Iconic titles such as The Big Bang Theory, The Sopranos, Game of Thrones, The Wizard of Oz and the DC Universe will join Netflix’s catalogue, which includes hits like Wednesday, Money Heist, Bridgerton, Adolescence and Extraction. The comp...

Adams Oshiomhole , senator representing Edo North, has urged the National Assembly to strengthen regulatory oversight of financial institutions operating outside the conventional banking system. Speaking during Thursday’s plenary, Oshiomhole contributed to the debate on a bill seeking to amend the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act. The proposed amendment aims to introduce the designation, registration, and enhanced supervision of systemically important financial institutions. ______________________ ______________________ The senator said his own experience with cyber fraud highlights how emerging digital platforms are increasingly being exploited for illicit financial activities. He said: “When they hacked into my account, I found that all the institutions used were OPAY and Moneypoint; none of the registered banks were used,” he said. “And when I asked, I’m told that’s it. They don’t have a branch in Abuja. They don’t employ labour. They bear no social responsibi...

Nigerian music legend, 2face Idibia who was recently in the news after he got arrested in the UK following an altercation with his wife Natasha Osawaru has debunked rumours that he is in 'bondage' after netizens insinuated his wife wears the trousers in their relationship. In a video posted on social media, 2face can be heard telling his fans to cease fire as their allegations is putting his wife at risk and he is perfectly fine. ______________________ _______________________ Share this story

Popular comedian Chukwuemeka Ejekwu , widely known as Sabinus , has confirmed the end of his marriage to Ciana Chapman . Speaking during a recent TikTok live session, the skit maker revealed that the union, which began in 2023, ended amicably. He explained that he and his former wife remain on good terms and are focused on the well-being of their daughter. Responding to rumours of marital issues, including allegations of domestic violence and infidelity, Sabinus dismissed the claims, saying:  “I’m not married. My marriage ended peacefully. The mum and I are good. My daughter is okay, and she is doing fine.” His confirmation comes after months of speculation about the couple’s relationship, despite earlier denials from both parties. Share this story

MTV ushered in a new chapter in music and pop culture in 1981 when the channel made its debut broadcast. ______________________ Wondering where to find all the songs & music videos you'll love, why not check out www.mikaelnaija.club | Rotating world class music 24/7 ______________________ More than 40 years after transforming global pop culture, MTV is preparing to wind down its international music broadcasts by the end of the year, as the channel struggles to keep pace with streaming platforms and social media. Sources at Paramount Skydance, MTV’s parent company, confirmed to AFP that MTV Music, MTV Hits, and its 80s and 90s-themed programmes will be shut down in the UK and several other European markets in the coming months. According to multiple media reports, the channels will also cease broadcasting in France, Germany, Poland, Australia and Brazil before the year ends. Share this story

Samsung on Tuesday, December 2, unveiled the special edition Galaxy Z TriFold , further strengthening the company’s push into innovative form factors designed for the mobile AI era. " Galaxy Z TriFold takes premium performance and experience of an ultra phone to the next level by unfolding twice to reveal the most immersive screen on a phone, providing ultimate productivity of mobile workspace and cinematic viewing " Samsung quoted. __________________________ __________________________ The Galaxy Z TriFold will go on sale on December 12 and costs $2,443 . See full phone specifications below. BODY Unfolded : 159.2 x 214.1 x 3.9-4.2 mmFolded: 159.2 x 75 x 12.9 mmWeight309 g (10.90 oz) Build : Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), ceramic-glass fiber-reinforced polymer back, aluminum frame, titanium hinge housing Sim : Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + mul...

With less than 24 hours to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary election in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has formally resigned his membership of the party. Osun PDP Chairman, Sunday Bisi, had announced on Monday that the primary scheduled for Tuesday would no longer hold due to the deepening factional crisis within the party. He added that Governor Adeleke had withdrawn from seeking the party’s nomination as a result of the internal disagreements. However, a separate letter from the PDP National Secretariat insisted that the primary would proceed as planned on Tuesday at the Atlantic Multipurpose Hall in Osogbo. Amid the conflicting positions, a letter dated November 4, 2025, and circulated on Monday evening, confirmed Governor Adeleke’s resignation from the PDP. According to the letter, titled: “Resignation of my membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Adeleke wrote: “Due to the current crisis of the national leadership ...

Nigerian music legend, 2face Idibia has been arrested in the UK. In a viral video circulating online, a verbal argument can be heard between him and his wife after which he is escorted out in handcuffs by UK police. _____________________ _____________________ Share this story

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala , has announced that the Federal Government is finalising plans to reveal the identities of individuals and networks responsible for financing terrorism in Nigeria. Speaking during an appearance on Television Continental (TVC) on Sunday, November 30, Bwala said the administration is taking “far-reaching decisions” on national security, which will soon become evident to the public. “Since the events of 9/11, terrorism has been treated as a global security issue. Any nation where terrorists operate becomes a concern to the rest of the world. This is why international partners must continue to cooperate with Nigeria in our efforts to dismantle terrorist networks'' he said He stressed that terrorism has evolved into a global threat that extends beyond national borders, making international cooperation essential in tackling its spread. Bwala added that world powers are increasingly reco...

A kidnap victim who was on his way to Abuja for his SIWES [ Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme ]  has given shocking details of his kidnap experience after he escaped. In this video, he can be heard saying the locals around where he was kidnapped are working with the terrorists to aid abductions. __________________________ __________________________ Video above blurred for Security Reasons He claims he ran into some of the villagers after he escaped thinking he was safe not knowing they were working with the kidnappers, but he managed to escape again. Share this story

Villarreal winger & former Arsenal player  Nicolas Pépé is attracting as much attention off the field as he is on it, following reports that he is preparing to marry former American adult film star and social media personality Teanna Trump , whose real name is Keanna Nichele Jones . The couple went public with their relationship shortly before New Year’s Eve last year, having begun dating soon after Pépé signed for Villarreal in August 2024. Over the past 18 months, they have shared moments from their relationship on social media, with Trump frequently seen supporting the Ivorian international at matches and celebrating his victories. Early reports suggest Pépé is “extremely serious” about building a long-term future with Trump, with rumours claiming he encouraged her to leave the adult industry. However, neither the player nor Trump, nor their representatives or Villarreal CF have issued any official confirmation regarding marriage plans. The relationship has ad...

NAMES : Ryan James Wedding  BORN : 14 September 1981 (age 44) Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada BOUNTY :  US $15,000,000 ALIAS :  James Conrad King, Jesse King, "Giant", "Public Enemy", "El Jefe CHARGES :  • Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute Controlled Substances • Murder in Connection with a Continuing Criminal Enterprise and Drug Crime Continuing Criminal Enterprise • Conspiracy to Export Cocaine • Attempt to Commit Murder in Connection with a Continuing Criminal Enterprise and Drug Crime _____________ Former Canadian olympic snowboarder Ryan James Wedding , 43, has been placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list over allegations of transnational drug trafficking and multiple murders. Wedding, who competed for Canada in the men’s parallel giant slalom event at the 2002 Winter Olympics, is accused of running a large-scale criminal enterprise in the years following his athletic career. U.S. authorities ...

Arsenal's star forward, Bukayo Saka has announced his engagement to long-time girlfriend Tolami Benson in a joint instagram post. The 24-year-old England international proposed during a romantic evening at a luxury hotel in London. ______________________ RELATED: Who is Tolami Benson? ______________________ View this post on Instagram A post shared by @tolami_benson Saka and Benson , a senior planning executive, are believed to have begun their relationship in 2020 and have largely kept it private. Despite their low profile, the couple shared a series of elegant black-and-white photographs on social media to mark the occasion. One image prominently displayed the engagement ring, while others captured the pair relaxing in a high-end hotel setting. The couple, both 24, have maintained a discreet online presence over the years, avoiding public posts together and not following each other on Instagram. Share this story

[ 'Orphan' is a Nigerian slang used for ladies who expect a man to assume the role of their father immediately they start talking ] _____ Nigerian orphan, Nkechi Blessing Sunday has recently come online to narrate a story of how she stopped responding to a UK based guy she started talking to because he didn't take a hint and offer to change her car tyres. _______________________ ________________________ What do you think of this story, let's know in the comments below..... Share this story

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan is reportedly stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a group of military officers announced a takeover of the government. Jonathan , who was in the country as part of an international election observation mission, is among hundreds of foreign observers unable to depart following Sunday’s general elections. The results were expected to be officially declared before the coup announcement halted the process. According to Daily Trust, many observers who rushed to the airport after news of the takeover broke were unable to leave, as the situation quickly deteriorated. The coup leaders, identifying themselves as the “High Military Command for the Restoration of Order,” declared “total control” of the country on Wednesday.  The move came a day after the two leading candidates, incumbent President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and opposition contender Fernando Dias each declared victory despite the electoral commission not yet releasing official ...

Executive Producer : 50 Cent  Director : Alexandria Stapleton Coming : December 2 Streaming On : Netflix ________________________ ________________________ Plot :  In a 4 part series, ' The Reckoning ' is a staggering examination of the media mogul, music legend, and convicted offender Sean 'Diddy' Combs .  In July, Combs was found guilty of two counts of transportation for purposes of prostitution, and is currently serving time in federal prison.  ________ The film includes previously unseen footage and fresh interviews with several of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former associates, childhood friends, artists, and employees, according to a press release. Director Stapleton says this documentary extends beyond Combs, Cassie, the alleged victims, and the ongoing legal proceedings. In her words: “This story ultimately serves as a mirror reflecting us as a society and what it means when we elevate celebrities to such high pedestals,” she said....

Guinea-Bissau’s military has taken control of the country and arrested embattled President Umaro Sissoco Embaló following days of political tension. The military's high command announced on Wednesday that it had assumed full authority, deposed President Embaló, and halted the ongoing vote count from Sunday’s presidential and legislative elections. Key government and political figures including the chief of the armed forces, the interior minister, and an opposition leaders were detained as soldiers moved swiftly to consolidate control. Borders have been closed, and a nationwide curfew has been imposed. The takeover comes after rival candidates claimed victory amid disputes over the opposition’s exclusion from the poll. Guinea-Bissau, which gained independence in 1974, has experienced at least nine coups or coup attempts since then. Share this story

Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy was in the news recently after he walked out a lady fan who came to see him perform out of his show. Pride, they say, goes before a fall, after getting bashed by Nigerians for the act, Burna Boy came online to tender an 'apology' which turned out to be him narrating how he didn't feel remorse for his actions. ________________________ ________________________ It's been somewhat of a pattern for Burna Boy in the past years getting into scuffle with fans with one incident seeing Burna boot-kick a fan at his show. An elderly Nigerian man recently came online to advise Burna Boy to get a close adviser to tell him the Truth about the consequences of his actions which has seen Burna Boy recording low ticket sales for his shows in recent times. Share this story

Popular media personality Scott Iguma has come online calling on the Edo State Governor and President Tinubu for help in saving his Uncle who was kidnapped yesterday in Edo state by Armed Bandits. Iguma claims the bandits initially demanded 100 million naira but have reduced the ransom to 50 million naira. ________________________ _________________________ In his words: “Nigeria has finally happened to me. My uncle has been kidn@pped in a Broad daylight in Edo State. They are demanding ransom of N50 million, and if we don’t pay, they will k!ll him. Share this story

Amidst the rising Insecurity in Nigeria, First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu who has been away from the spotlight since the crisis begun has invited Nigerian Senators to a 'Sumptuous Feast' at the Aso Rock Villa this Friday. Senate President Godswill Akpabio read the invitation to the Senators calling them the ' children ' of Remi Tinubu . ________________________ _________________________ Share this story

A new viral video has emerged alleging that the bandits who abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi State reached an agreement with the Nigerian government before the hostages were released. The students of Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State, were freed on Tuesday, Nov. 25. Authorities had earlier insisted that no ransom was paid to secure their release. However, in the newly circulated footage, the armed men claim the government negotiated with them prior to freeing the girls. This video reveals that the Kebbi school students were released through negotiations between the government and the kidnappers. In the footage, one of the kidnappers even asks the students how many jets flew over the forest. The students respond, “uncountable.” The kidnapper… https://t.co/qrVN4uK5yg pic.twitter.com/LJMeLMrvGy — My Deen My Swag 💫 (@AM_Saleeeem) November 25, 2025 In the clip, shared on X by user @AM_Saleeem, one of the bandits is heard questioning the schoolgirls about m...

Nigerian sperm donors are currently screaming for joy as reality TV star and media personality Mercy Eke says she is ready to become a mother, even if she is not married. In a recent interview, the former Big Brother Naija winner said she feels fully capable of raising children on her own and is prepared to have up to three children without waiting for marriage. Eke noted that marriage is not a priority for now, adding that she has yet to meet the right partner. “If I get pregnant now, I'm just going to have my baby,” she said, expressing confidence in navigating motherhood independently. She also addressed societal perceptions, arguing that stigma around having children outside marriage often targets people with financial difficulties, a situation she says does not apply to her. Despite her stance, Eke said she remains hopeful about finding the right partner in the future. Her remarks have sparked renewed debate on evolving family norms and shifting views on marriag...

Rapper Cardi B has turned part of her newborn’s umbilical cord into a gold-coated keepsake, according to Momento , the company that made it. ___________________ RELATED : Cardi B & Stefon Diggs Welcome First Child Together ¡ ___________________ Cardi B, 33, who recently welcomed her fourth child and first with boyfriend Stefon Diggs, had the cord dehydrated, shaped into a heart and dipped in gold chrome. ______________________ ______________________ Momento sells the preserved cord for $50 and also offers a $500 placenta-encapsulation service. A video from the company shows the making of the item. _______________________ READ ALSO : Offset Disses Cardi B & Stefon Diggs in Haloween Day Surprise Album¡ _______________________ Share this story

Former Lagos State governorship candidate  Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour popularly known as ' GRV ' has raised fresh concerns over rising insecurity across the country, citing recent mass abductions in Kwara, Ogun and Niger states including the kidnapping of 315 students and teachers in Niger. Speaking on Channels Television, he said growing distrust in the police and military, coupled with recurring attacks that resume once security operatives withdraw, has left many Nigerians feeling powerless. He also noted that Nigeria’s strict 1959 Firearms Act, which restricts civilian access to only limited categories of non-automatic weapons, continues to divide public opinion between advocates of eased gun laws for self-defence and those who fear such changes could fuel further violence. Share this story

Source: TechPoint __________ Nigerian fintech Paystack has terminated the employment of its Co-founder and chief technology officer, Ezra Olubi , after public allegations that he had sexual relations with a junior employee. Olubi announced the firing in a blog post on Saturday, November 23, 2025, saying that the decision came before the company’s investigation was complete. The controversy began in mid-November when a social media post alleging abusive behaviour by Olubi went viral and prompted users to resurface a series of explicit tweets from earlier in his career. Paystack confirmed that it had suspended Olubi and opened a formal investigation, stating that it had established a review process and intended to appoint an independent investigator.  Olubi said in his post that he was not given a  meeting or an opportunity to respond before his contract was ended and that the termination appeared to contravene the terms of his suspension and the company’s intern...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who recently cancelled his G20 trip due to the current state of insecurity in Nigeria recently addressed Nigerians in a post on X (Twitter) few minutes ago  He wrote: My fellow Nigerians, You will recall that I cancelled my trip to the G20 summit in South Africa to enable me coordinate the security efforts at home. Thanks to the efforts of our security forces over the last few days, all the 38 worshippers abducted in Eruku, Kwara State… — Bola Ahmed Tinubu (@officialABAT) November 23, 2025 My fellow Nigerians, You will recall that I cancelled my trip to the G20 summit in South Africa to enable me coordinate the security efforts at home. Thanks to the efforts of our security forces over the last few days, all the 38 worshippers abducted in Eruku, Kwara State have been rescued.   I am equally happy that 51 out of the missing students of the Catholic School in Niger State, have been recovered.  I am closely monitoring the securi...

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has reported that an additional 88 students have been declared missing following Friday’s attack on St. Mary’s Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State.  In a statement issued on Saturday, November 22, the Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, said the total number of missing students has risen to 303. The Bishop had earlier confirmed that 215 students were unaccounted for, while four female and eight male teachers were abducted during the raid.  He explained that the school has a population of 430 pupils in the primary section and 199 students in the secondary section.  In a statement issued on Saturday, November 22, the Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, said the total number of missing students has risen to 303. The Bishop had earlier confirmed that 215 students were unaccounted for, while four female and eight male teachers were abducted durin...

Pride , they say, goes before a fall, only one man in the world became famous simply for the way he sprinkled salt on meat. That man is Nusret Gökçe, better known across the globe as Salt Bae. _______________________ _______________________ His viral spotlight dimmed almost as quickly as it appeared. In the years that followed, Gökçe faced mounting controversies, a shrinking restaurant empire, and legal battles that steadily eroded the image he once enjoyed on the world stage. Share this story

Nigeria’s  insecurity crisis deepened on Friday as gunmen abducted 227 people during an overnight attack in Papiri, Niger State. The assailants struck between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m., storming St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools, a boarding facility. According to authorities, 215 students and 12 teachers were taken. No fatalities were reported, though a security guard sustained gunshot injuries. Police and military personnel have launched a joint search operation in surrounding forests and have pledged to secure the safe release of the victims. Officials say the attack bears similarities to previous kidnappings linked to ransom-driven criminal groups. The Niger State government accused the school of disregarding earlier directives to suspend boarding activities due to escalating threats in the area. Meanwhile, families of the abducted continue to wait in anguish as public outrage grows over the recurring mass abductions. In a post on X, U.S Congressman Riley Mo...