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Peller, TikTok Star, Reportedly Kidnapped on Livestream; Massive Outcry, Conspiracy Theories as “Jarvis” Relationship Drama Rages

Peller, TikTok Star, Reportedly Kidnapped on Livestream; Massive Outcry, Conspiracy Theories as “Jarvis” Relationship Drama Rages
TikTok star Peller reportedly kidnapped live, sparking massive debate as Jarvis drama and influencer safety ignite Nigeria’s social media.
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Influencer VDM defends Naira Marley in MohBad drama, demands critics show proof

Influencer VDM defends Naira Marley in MohBad drama, demands critics show proof
VDM backs Naira Marley in MohBad saga, says he brought receipts. Nigerians clash over fresh claims.
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Today News in Nigeria: Top Trending Headlines(19 August 2025)

Today News in Nigeria: Top 10 Trending Headlines(19 August 2025)
Today news in Nigeria is packed with visa rule shocks, celebrity shade, political drama, BBNaija tears, Akpabio’s comeback, and Davido’s hair trend — a hot mix of politics, lifestyle, and entertainment gist.
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Today News in Nigeria: Top 10 Trending Headlines(18 August 2025)

Today News in Nigeria: Top 10 Trending Headlines(18 August 2025)
Breaking: Viral stories shaping today news in Nigeria — politics, DNA shocker, billionaire moves, and celebrity twists.
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Edo By-Election Chaos: Vigilantes Invade Polling Stations!

Edo By-Election Chaos: Vigilantes Invade Polling Stations!
Edo by-election marred by violence as PDP candidate accuses armed vigilantes of blocking votes. Public fury grows online.
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Rivers Pastor Arrested Over Viral Video of Children Flogged Naked

Rivers Pastor Arrested Over Viral Video of Children Flogged Naked
A pastor in Port Harcourt is arrested after a video shows him brutally flogging naked children during a "spiritual cleansing," sparking nationwide outrage.
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EFCC quizzes ex-Sokoto governor Tambuwal over alleged ₦189bn cash withdrawals

EFCC quizzes ex-Sokoto governor Tambuwal over alleged ₦189bn cash withdrawals
EFCC questions ex-Sokoto governor Tambuwal over alleged ₦189bn cash withdrawals in Abuja.
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No More Dark Tints: Police to Impound Cars Without Permit

No More Dark Tints: Police to Impound Cars Without Permit
Nigeria police enforce tinted window permit from Aug 12, sparking viral debates on TikTok and X among drivers nationwide.
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Deadly Mob Ambush: NDLEA Arrests 72‑Yr‑Old Grandma with Hard Drugs in Delta.

Deadly Mob Ambush: NDLEA Arrests 72‑Yr‑Old Grandma with Hard Drugs in Delta. Picture credits: NDLEA NIGERIA/X(Twitter)
NDLEA arrests 72‑yr‑old Delta grandma with skunk. Major multi‑state drug busts expose growing drug syndicates.
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Plateau Wedding Bus Attack: 12 Killed, 22 Arrested

Plateau Wedding Bus Attack: 12 Killed, 22 Arrested. Photo Credit: @raypowernetwork, @TrustTVNews/X(Twitter)
Deadly Plateau mob ambush kills 12 wedding guests. 22 arrests made. Outcry online, calls for justice grow.
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Man Gambles Away N2M Meant for Son’s Surgery, Lands in Police Net

Man Gambles Away N2M Meant for Son’s Surgery, Lands in Police Net. Photo Credit: model, Nigeria Police Force/X(Twitter)
A Nigerian man gambled away N2 million meant for his son's surgery, leading to his arrest and sparking national outrage.
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Court Jails Nine Chinese for Cyber Terrorism, Economic Sabotage

Court Jails Nine Chinese for Cyber Terrorism, Economic Sabotage. Photo Credit: saharareporters-X(Twitter)
Federal High Court in Lagos sentences nine Chinese nationals to prison for cyber terrorism and economic sabotage
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Kidnappers Kill 2 Policemen, Abduct Chinese, Nigerian in Kwara

Kidnappers Kill 2 Policemen, Abduct Chinese, Nigerian in Kwara. Photo: sahara reporters/X(Twitter)
Gunmen attack Kwara mining site, killing two policemen and abducting a Chinese national and a Nigerian worker. Authorities launch rescue efforts.
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Tech Queen Turned Fraudster: Nigerian Influencer Faces 20-Year Sentence

Tech Queen Turned Fraudster: Nigerian Influencer Faces 20-Year Sentence
Sapphire Egemasi, a Nigerian tech influencer, faces 20 years in U.S. prison for alleged multi-million dollar cyber fraud targeting government agencies.
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NAPTIP Convicts 700+ Traffickers, Rescues 26,000 Victims

NAPTIP Convicts 700+ Traffickers, Rescues 26,000 Victims. Photo Credit: theguardian, NAPTIP/X(Twitter)
NAPTIP's recent crackdown leads to over 700 convictions and the rescue of 26,000 trafficking victims across Nigeria.
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Nigeria Launches Initiative to Combat Cyber Fraud in Banking Sector

Nigeria Launches Initiative to Combat Cyber Fraud in Banking Sector. Photo/Video Credit: channelstv, instablog9ja/X(Twitter)
Federal Government unveils national framework to tackle cyber fraud, aiming to restore trust in Nigeria's banking system.
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Nigerian Sextortion Ring Busted After Aussie Teen’s Tragic Death

Nigerian Sextortion Ring Busted After Aussie Teen's Tragic Death. Photo Credit: Perthnow, EFCC
22 arrested in Nigeria over global sextortion ring linked to Australian teen's suicide. International law enforcement collaboration leads to major breakthrough.
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Anambra Police Dismantle Drug Syndicate, Arrest Six

Anambra Police Dismantle Drug Syndicate, Arrest Six
Anambra Police arrest six, including a female suspect, in a major drug trafficking bust in Isuaniocha, Awka North LGA.
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Portable Calls Out Speed Darlington Over Minor Confession

Portable Calls Out Speed Darlington Over Minor Confession
Portable slams Speed Darlington after his shocking confession about a minor. NAPTIP investigates.
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Osun Cleric Sentenced to Death for Client’s Murder

Osun Cleric Sentenced to Death for Client's Murder
Osun State High Court sentences Islamic cleric Kabiru Ibrahim to death by hanging for murdering client Lukman Adeleke.
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TikTok Star Murja Kunya Jailed for Naira Abuse

TikTok Star Murja Kunya Jailed for Naira Abuse
Kano TikToker Murja Kunya sentenced to six months in prison for abusing the Naira, highlighting the legal responsibilities of social media influencers.
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NAFDAC Uncovers Illicit Drug Factory in Delta State

NAFDAC Uncovers Illicit Drug Factory in Delta State
NAFDAC dismantles illegal drug factory in Delta, seizes counterfeit medications, and arrests suspect's wife.
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Speed Darlington Under Investigation for Alleged Minor Abuse

Speed Darlington Under Investigation for Alleged Minor Abuse
Nigerian rapper Speed Darlington faces probe after alleged confession of sexual activity with a minor during Instagram Live session.
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Abia Couple Arrested for Trafficking 12 Children

Abia Couple Arrested for Trafficking 12 Children
Abia State Police rescue 12 children from illegal orphanage; couple arrested for child trafficking.
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Nigerian Fugitive Extradited Over $307,500 Fraud

Nigerian Fugitive Extradited from UAE Over $307,500 Fraud
Nigeria Police extradite Abubakar Muhammed from UAE over $307,500 fraud involving fake vehicle shipments.
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DSS and Police Arrest 20 for Hacking 2025 UTME Results

DSS and Police Arrest 20 for Hacking 2025 UTME Results
DSS and Police arrest 20 suspects in Abuja for hacking 2025 UTME results, exposing a syndicate targeting examination bodies.
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Police Officers Abduct Foreign-Based Nigerian, Extort N151 Million

Police Officers Abduct Foreign-Based Nigerian, Extort N151 Million
Four police officers abducted a foreign-based Nigerian in Lagos, extorting N151 million from his family under duress.
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Gunmen Invade Abuja Estate: Police Launch Investigation

Gunmen Invade Abuja Estate: Police Launch Investigation
Over 20 gunmen attacked Efab Global Estate in Abuja, injuring guards and robbing homes. Police have launched an investigation.
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Tiv Monarchs Issue 10-Day Ultimatum to Herdsmen

Tiv Monarchs Issue 10-Day Ultimatum to Herdsmen
Tiv traditional rulers in Benue State demand armed herdsmen vacate Tiv lands within 10 days to halt ongoing violence and restore peace.
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Boko Haram Has Allies in Government” – Governor Zulum’s Explosive Accusation Rocks Nigeria

Boko Haram Has Allies in Government” – Governor Zulum’s Explosive Accusation Rocks Nigeria
Governor Zulum claims politicians and soldiers are aiding Boko Haram, calling for urgent action to address internal sabotage in Nigeria's security forces
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