Algerian striker Mohamed Amoura has issued an apology following his controversial AFCON celebration mocking DR Congo superfan ‘Lumumba.’ The post Mohamed Amoura Apologises After Mocking DR Congo Superfan ‘Lumumba’ at AFCON appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Love is truly amazing and sweet, melting every single heart that it crosses. The Northern couple in today’s heartwarming video are no exception, and we’ve certainly found ourselves swooning over their sweet love. As their big day proceeded, the groom came to see his bride with his squad, but not so fast. The bride’s friends […] The post Watch The Sweet Moment This Northern Groom Unveiled His Beautiful Bride appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

From jollof rice to soft drinks in glass bottles and Cabin biscuits, Chimezie Imo’s birthday photoshoot takes a fun trip back to ’90s Nigerian celebrations. The post Chimezie Imo Marks His Birthday With a Nostalgic ’90s-Style Nigerian Photoshoot appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Rabiu Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), says he has no “price tag” and cannot be bought in politics. The former governor of Kano spoke while reflecting on recent political developments, loyalty, betrayal, and the state of politics in Kano. Kwankwaso said politics involved gains and losses but warned that betrayal […] The post 2027: “No one can buy me” — Kwankwaso declares his integrity beyond price appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says all political parties in Rivers have collapsed into a coalition backing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Wike spoke on Wednesday during a stakeholders’ event in Asari-Toru LGA of Rivers state. According to the minister, all the political parties in the state are now part of […] The post Wike insists Renewed Hope family dominates Rivers, not political parties appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

The management of Babcock University has announced new guidelines on students’ grooming and dress sense ahead of the institution’s forthcoming examinations. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the Vice President for Student Development, Olanivi Arije, the university announced the cancellation of all hair-pass permits previously in circulation. According to the statement, hair-pass […] The post Babcock University bans baggy trousers, dreadlocks in new student dress code appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has released an updated version for 2026, with 22 new Nigerian and West African expressions making the cut. In a post via X, the OED revealed that out of the 279 new words added to the dictionary, over 20 are expressions from West African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, the Ivory Coast, Sierra […] The post FULL LIST: ‘Nyash,’ ‘Biko,’ among African words added to Oxford Dictionary appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

Your Igba-nkwu ceremony deserves a completely stunning look, and what we have today for our gorgeous Igbo brides-to-be is something that will make your big day even more special. Courtesy of Kandice Official, this lovely black and gold fully beaded dress can be the look to bring you that dazzling effect you seek. The V-halter […] The post Black & Gold Radiance! Bring Timeless Elegance to Your Igba-Nkwu With This Lovely Look appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Nigerian celebrities have brought the heat pictures-wise this week. From studio pictures to magazine photos and images from official and traditional events, these pictures have left us stunned and anticipating more. The entrepreneur and influencer shared pictures of herself dressed in head-to-toe native regalia designed by ‘Rare by Angel’ while accompanying her father to a... Read More Read » Top 5 Pictures of the Week on YNaija

Have you ever seen someone across the room and become immediately and undoubtedly drawn to them? Well, Stan experienced this at a wedding, and that magnetic connection led him to the love of his life. The moment he spotted Flora, he was immediately enchanted by her radiant beauty. Something stirred deep within him, and he […] The post Flora Stole Stan’s Heart at a Wedding, Leading Them to a Beautiful #BNBling! appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Inclusive Chess Day brought together beautiful moments, brilliant minds, and meaningful moves, creating a space where every child belonged. The event was made possible through powerful collaboration between Vulpes Inclusive Engagement, Chess in Slums Africa CISA, and LASODA, with thoughtful planning by Onyinye Atuanya. Children with disabilities took center stage, engaging in inspiring chess sessions […] The post Inclusive Chess Day Empowers Children With Disabilities Through the Game of Chess appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Electricity debt grows as Benin, Togo, and Niger owe Nigeria over ₦25bn Nigeria is owed about $17.8m, more than ₦25bn, by Togo, Niger and Benin for electricity supplied through bilateral power deals, according to the... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Electricity Debt Grows as Benin, Togo, and Niger Owe Nigeria Over ₦25bn on YNaija

I think one of the most beautiful aspects of ekphrasis is its ability to be timeless. It is a form that uses narrative to expand a scene, a moment, or a work of art in a way that preserves perspective, and allows us to return and re-witness regardless of age or era. It captures moments […] The post BN Book Review: Seagulls And Seashells by Oluwatobi Aluko | Review by Roseline Mgbodichinma appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Lagos state police has confirmed that Chris Okafor, the cleric, has surrendered to the command for investigation following allegations of sexual assault and murder levelled against him. The investigation was initiated on Sunday after widespread concern over accusations circulating against him on social media. The controversy intensified when an anonymous individual, claiming to be in […] The post Chris Okafor surrenders to police for probe over murder, sexual allegations appeared first on 36ng.

Nick Reiner, who has been charged in the double murd£r of famed parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, has reportedly been taken off su!c!de watch. The 32-year-old remains in solitary confinement at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility, a source within the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department told People on Monday. Nick, charged with two first-degree murd£r […] The post Hollywood legend, Rob Reiner’s son Nick taken off su!c!de watch ahead of hearing on double murd£r of his parents appeared first on 36ng.

If you’ve spent the last year working from your favourite Lagos café or a home office in Abuja while “clocking in” for a company in London or New York, you already know that the remote life is the ultimate flex. However, as we step into 2026, the “administrative” side of the hustle is getting a […] The post Nigeria Tax Reform: What the 2026 Changes Mean for Remote Workers appeared first on 36ng.

Lagos is set to welcome the African music community as the host city for the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The event’s organisers announced on Wednesday that over 418 artistes and delegates from across the continent are expected to converge on the metropolis for the six-day celebration of African music and […] The post AFRIMA: We’re expecting over 418 artistes, delegates in Lagos for 9th edition appeared first on 36ng.

It is officially a new era for legal education in Nigeria. On 6 January 2026, a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, a move […] The post 5 Things to Know About Dr Titilayo Odusote: The First Woman Leading Nigeria’s Prestigious Law School appeared first on 36ng.

The board of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has once again rejected Paramount’s revised takeover bid, reaffirming its preference for an existing deal with Netflix and warning shareholders that Paramount’s proposal remains “too risky.” In a letter to shareholders on Wednesday, January 7, the WBD board described Paramount’s latest offer as “inadequate” and fraught with uncertainty, […] The post Warner Bros. Discovery board chooses Netflix as it rejects Paramount’s revamped takeover bid appeared first on 36ng.

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has released an updated version for 2026, with 22 new Nigerian and West African expressions making the cut. In a post via X, the OED revealed that out of the 279 new words added to the dictionary, over 20 are expressions from West African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Sierra […] The post FULL LIST: Abeg, biko, Afrobeats make Oxford Dictionary’s updated version appeared first on 36ng.

The United States has seized a Russian‑flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a weeks‑long pursuit across the Atlantic, officials say. The vessel, originally known as the Bella 1 and later renamed Marinera, was targeted under a federal court warrant because of its alleged involvement in transporting oil in violation of U.S. sanctions. The tanker had […] The post US seizes Russian‑Flagged Oil Tanker linked to Venezuela appeared first on 36ng.

The Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Abuja District, Ben Enamudu, has dismissed claims that bank balances are taxed under Nigeria’s new tax regime, saying only certain electronic transfers attract a ₦50 stamp duty and that the reforms are designed to shield low-income earners. Speaking in an interview with ARISE News on […] The post CITN clarifies N50 levy applies only to bank transfers, not account balances appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

The Labour Party’s Vice Presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday formally declared his interest in contesting the presidency in 2027, amid ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s opposition space. Baba-Ahmed, who was the running mate to former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, made the declaration at a rally held at the […] The post 2027: Why Datti Baba-Ahmed is running for President appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.

New Nigerian tax laws taking effect in 2026 redefine status for remote workers. Key changes include a unified development levy and increased redundancy protections. The post Nigeria Tax Reform: What the 2026 Changes Mean for Remote Workers appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Quickteller InsomniaQ, the bold new music and culture experience by one of Africa’s leading digital payments platform Quickteller, powered by the Interswitch Group, successfully redefined the Lagos entertainment scene with its maiden 12-hour music and lifestyle marathon at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Lagos. From dusk on December 21 into the early hours of December 22, […] The post 12 Hours. One City. Non-Stop Vibes: How Quickteller InsomniaQ Redefined The Lagos Entertainment Scene appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

President Bola Tinubu appoints Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. The 54-year-old academic succeeds Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma on 10 January 2026, marking a historic shift for the institution. The post Meet Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote: The First Woman Leading Nigeria’s Prestigious Law School appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

The name Celyn Ukam is a familiar one to those conversant with TikTok and Instagram, especially those who enjoy TikTok comedy and dance content.  Celyn Ukam, born on the 22nd of April 2000, is a 25-year-old Gen Z actress, content creator, and dancer with millions of followers across TikTok and Instagram. She is also a... Read More Read » Get To Know Celyn Ukam, A Gen Z Creator, Dancer and Actress on YNaija

Shonda Rhimes showed up to 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' with a rhythmic two-step through the Spirit Tunnel. Dressed in burgundy and boots, the media mogul’s celebratory walk ahead of her interview is the ultimate mood boost. The post Shonda Rhimes’ Spirit Tunnel Two-Step Is the Kind of Joy We Love to See appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

  One of Nigeria’s and Africa’s leading mobile phone brand, TECNO, has continued to demonstrate that its long-standing commitment to football development, youth empowerment, and support for underserved communities is far more than a corporate slogan.Through deliberate, sustained action, the brand is steadily positioning itself as a key driver of grassroots sports development across Nigeria […] The post TECNO Continues to Expand Its Reach Into Nigerian Communities Through Football, Completes New 5-Aside Pitch at Ajasa Command appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

AFCON 2025 moves into the quarter-finals as Senegal, Mali, Morocco, Cameroon, Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire prepare for high-stakes fixtures across Tangier, Rabat, Marrakesh and Agadir. The post AFCON 2025: The Quarter-Finals Are Set | Fixtures, Dates and Venues for the Final Eight appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

One thing that definitely makes your big day fulfilling is when your style vision board for the day comes to life as perfectly as imagined — much kudos to the designers and stylists who actualise these dreams, one stitch at a time. Watching this video, we can see the gorgeous result of expert craftsmanship displayed […] The post This Radiant Couple Rocked Super Stylish Looks For Their Big Day | Watch appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi showed his protective side ahead of the match against Mozambique, using his pennant to shield a young mascot from the rain. The post See the Heartwarming Moment Wilfred Ndidi Shielded His Mascot Before the Super Eagles’ 4-0 Win appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

As the new year begins, Addme, one of Nigeria’s innovative brands, offering smart cooking mates designed to make meals tastier effortlessly is encouraging Nigerians to let go of stress and embrace a lighter, more joyful way of living. The brand brought this message to life through a community-focused activation tagged “A Stress-Free Start with Addme,” […] The post Addme Brings Stress-Free Living to Life with Balloon Release in Lagos appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Every bride’s journey to her perfect white wedding look begins with a single decision: choosing a dress that ultimately reflects her personality. If yours is gracious, pristine, and exceptional, then today’s look is the perfect match for you. Myde Clothing designed and styled this gorgeous dress, and surely it’s one breathtaking piece of bridal fashion. […] The post Achieve Your Pristine Bridal Goals With This Gorgeous White Wedding Look appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

A heated moment between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman has gone viral after the two Nigerian stars were seen arguing on the pitch during the match. 😳🔥 Fans are divided as reactions flood social media, with many asking what really caused the confrontation between the Super Eagles teammates. Was it frustration, miscommunication, or pure competitive […] The post Tension on the Pitch! Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman Clash on The Pitch in Heated Exchange (Video) appeared first on 36ng.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has issued a public warning over a fake and unauthorised website circulating online, falsely claiming to be an “INEC Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment Portal 2026. In a statement on Tuesday, the Commission clarified that the website https://okripeti.org/Inec-ADhoc-Staff-Recruitment.html is NOT affiliated with INEC in any form and should be completely avoided. INEC […] The post INEC raises alarm over scam ad-hoc staff portal for 2026 elections appeared first on Moji Delano | BLOGGER | ENTERTAINER | DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST.