Saturday, 18 October 2025

Tinubu heads to Abuja after participating in Aqaba Process Summit in Rome


 President Bola Tinubu is expected back in Abuja on Saturday after attending the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government Meeting held in Rome, Italy.

According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the high-level summit was convened on Wednesday, October 15, at the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome.

9jaRocks - Movies - The Jester 2 (2025)

 


When teen magician Max crosses paths with the sinister Jester on Halloween night, she must outsmart a supernatural killer whose magic is all too real and whose tricks always end up in blood.

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Senior Engineer, VAS Operations at 9mobile Nigeria

 9mobile is a Nigerian private limited liability company. EMTS acquired a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission in 2007. The License enables EMTS provide Fixed Telephony (wired or wireless), Digital Mobile Services, International Gateway Services and National/Regional Long Distance Services in addition to spectrum assignments in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands.

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Lady reveals her friend bl0cked her for not asking about her delay in having children

 


A Nigerian lady has taken to X (Twitter) to share an experience that led to the end of a long-time friendship.

According to the woman, her friend, who has been married for some time and is reportedly trying to conceive (TTC), accused her of being insensitive for never bringing up the issue of her childlessness.

Afghanistan, Pakistan Hold Peace Talks in Doha After Deadly Border Clashes


 ISLAMABAD/KABUL, Oct 18 (Reuters) — Afghanistan and Pakistan began peace talks in Doha on Saturday after agreeing to extend a ceasefire following a week of intense border clashes that left dozens dead and hundreds injured — the worst fighting between the neighbors since the Taliban seized power in Kabul in 2021.

Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid confirmed that “negotiations with the Pakistani side will take place today in Doha,” adding that the Afghan delegation, led by Defence Minister Mullah Muhammad Yaqoob, had already arrived in Qatar for the discussions.

Pakistan’s Foreign Office said its delegation would be headed by Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif and would focus on “immediate measures to end cross-border terrorism against Pakistan emanating from Afghanistan and restore peace and stability along the Pak-Afghan border.”

“You can’t be a feminist if you’re broke” – Media Personality Adeife sparks debate with bold statement

 


Nigerian media personality Adeife has sparked conversations online after making a bold declaration about feminism and financial independence.

Reservoir Engineer at Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)

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10 Key Ways Collaborations Helps Afrobeats Globally

 


Collaborations have played a pivotal role in Afrobeats’ Global expansion. Through partnerships with artists from various genres, Afrobeats has expanded its visibility and attracted a wider audience beyond its African origins.

Here are a few ways collaborations have contributed to this development

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Blaqbonez Reignites Rap Tension on ACL, Diss Track Targetted at Odumodublvck

 


ACL
: Blaqbonez Mixes Swagger and Strategy on His Most Talked-About Track Yet

Blaqbonez turns up the temperature on ACL, a fiery and unapologetic record off his new album No Excuses. The track has quickly become the project’s most talked-about moment — with fans speculating it’s a direct shot at fellow rapper Odumodublvck.

Comedian MC Mbakara and Wife Share Heartbreaking Story of Daughter’s Nine-Year Battle With Cerebral Palsy

 


October 18 (Nigeria) — Popular Nigerian comedian MC Mbakara and his wife, Lolo Mbakara, have opened up about their daughter’s nine-year struggle with severe cerebral palsy, revealing that the condition resulted from a lack of oxygen at birth.

In an emotional video shared on MC Mbakara TV on Saturday, the couple recounted the traumatic events surrounding the birth of their daughter, Eke Mama, who was born on October 19, 2016.

9jaRocks - Movies - The Healing (2025)

 


Lyuba flees her abusive husband for a mysterious retreat with friends. Surreal rituals and haunting visions reveal dark secrets, pushing her to confront a terrifying choice: escape or succumb to a chilling fate.

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Year: 2025
Type: Movie
Country: Slovenia, Russia

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles Must Not Qualify – South Africa's Sports Minister -

 


2026 WCQ: Super Eagles must not qualify – South Africa Sports Minister,


South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has admitted he does not want the Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.


McKenzie was reacting to Nigeria’s role in his country’s complicated qualifying journey.

Bafana Bafana were deducted three points and three goals for fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho.

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Order Operatives Nationwide To Monitor, Resist #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protesters On Monday


 The wireless message, issued by the Force Headquarters in Abuja and circulated to zonal and command levels nationwide, warned that some "unscrupulous elements"  had finalised plans to stage protests in the Federal Capital Territory that may spread to other states. 

Inflation drives 6 in 10 Nigerian shoppers to switch brands in 2025 – Report

 Rising inflation and shrinking disposable income have pushed more Nigerian shoppers to switch brands in search of affordability and value. Some household essentials recorded high levels of brand switching, reflecting growing pressure on household budgets.

Many Nigerian consumers are rethinking what they buy, prioritizing affordability and value over brand loyalty as inflation erodes their purchasing power


Recent data from NielsenIQ, a global data and analytics company, titled “NIQ 2025 Consumer Outlook survey”, shows that almost six in every ten shoppers have switched brands in the past year due to increased prices.

“Almost 6 in every 10 shoppers have switched brands in the past 1 year due to increased prices 

CAC, SMEDAN to inject N6 billion into Nigerian economy through youth business registration

 


The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) are set to inject N6 billion into the Nigerian economy through free registration of youth businesses.

The joint initiative, launched a few weeks ago, aims to register 250,000 youth-led businesses, create thousands of jobs, and help young entrepreneurs formalize and grow their ventures.

U.S. Supreme Court Poised to Further Weaken Landmark Voting Rights Act

 


WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (Reuters) — Nearly six decades after it was enacted to end racial discrimination in U.S. elections, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 now faces one of its most serious challenges yet.

The U.S. Supreme Court, which currently holds a 6-3 conservative majority, appears ready to weaken another key provision of the landmark civil rights law, after previously striking down a major section in 2013.

Wife Faints After Husband Insists On Divorce

 


There was drama at the Area Court Centre, Igboro, Ilorin, Kwara State, on Wednesday, when a woman, identified as Mulikat Yusuf, fainted after her husband, Ishaq Abdulganiyu, rejected her plea for reconciliation and insisted on divorce.

The incident occurred during proceedings before Judge Toyin Aluko, where Abdulganiyu told the court that he was no longer interested in remaining married to his wife.

In a tearful plea, Mulikat begged the court to intervene, saying she was unwilling to accept a divorce. “My Lord, please help me talk to him,” she cried. 

Customer Service Executive at Trustlub Fluid Resources Limited

 Trustlub Fluid Resources Limited is an indigenous company that engages in the production and distribution of Trustlub brand of lubricants, supply of fuels, associated lubrication engineering, importation of base oil, additives, grease and provision of customer support services.

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Defence Headquarters debunks alleged coup plot


 The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has debunked rumours of the arrest of 16 Nigerian Army officers over an alleged planned coup to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

DAILY POST recalls an online publication alleging that 16 army officers were arrested for plotting a coup against the President.

EXCLUSIVE: Army Officers Detained For Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu Are Attached To NSA Ribadu's Office, Include Ex-Governor’s Nephew


 ONSA is led by Nuhu Ribadu, a lawyer and retired police officer serving as National Security Adviser to President Tinubu.

The Nigerian Army officers who are currently in detention for allegedly planning a coup d’etat to overthrow President Bola Tinubu are attached to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), SaharaReporters has gathered.

Saudi Arabia &UAE Refuse To Finance Gaza Reconstruction Unless Hamas Is Disarmed

 


GULF STATES WARNS
SAUDI ARABIA, THE UAE, and BAHRAIN TELL WASHINGTON THEY WILL NOT FUND GAZA’s REBUILD UNLESS HAMAS DISARMS AND RELINQUISH CONTROL,


Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain warned the US that President Donald Trump’s post-war Gaza plan is in danger of collapse and that they will not finance reconstruction while Hamas retains weapons and territorial control.

9jaRocks - Movies - An Intimate Evening with Adam Pally (2025)


 Equal parts stand-up, documentary, and rock concert, Adam Pally plays with the truth and his guitar in a one-time-only performance.

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Type: Movie
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Language: English
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Senator Ned Nwoko beat, smashed Regina Daniels’s head, brother-in-law Sammy West cries out

 


Oct. 18 — Sammy West, the brother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has accused her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, of assaulting her and sending thugs to attack her, following the emergence of a viral video showing the actress visibly distressed.

In a series of Instagram posts on Saturday, West claimed that Nwoko allegedly beat Daniels and smashed her head against a wall. He also vowed to continue speaking out against domestic violence.

U.S. Protesters Face Potential Federal Surveillance at “No Kings” Rallies, Civil Libertarians Warn




Oct 18 (Reuters)
– Participants in Saturday’s mass “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump’s administration may face government surveillance involving advanced technologies such as facial recognition and cellphone tracking, civil liberties advocates have warned.

Organizers say about 2,600 rallies are planned across all 50 U.S. states. However, experts note that the scope and type of surveillance are likely to vary depending on location and law enforcement agencies involved.

Executive Assistant at Dangote Industries Limited

 Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

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Saturday, 11 October 2025

Lady Shares Hilarious Moment Her Mom Forced Her to Wear Cousin’s Jacket Over “Immodest” Dress at a Party (WATCH)

 


A TikTok user, @mailehopoate, had the internet laughing after sharing a dramatic and all-too-relatable moment when her mom insisted she cover up at a party, and wasn’t taking no for an answer.

External debt service hits $932.1 million in Q2 2025, led by IMF, Eurobond


 Nigeria’s external debt service payments rose to $932.1 million in the second quarter of 2025.

This is according to the latest data from the Debt Management Office (DMO), reflecting the country’s ongoing fiscal pressure from rising external obligations.

The report, titled “Actual External Debt Service Payments for April – June 2025,” shows that the total amount covered payments to multilateral, bilateral, and commercial creditors, with multilateral institutions accounting for the bulk of the expenditure.

Trump Revives Trade War with China, Announces 100% Tariffs on Chinese Exports


WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 (Reuters)
— U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday reignited the trade war with China, ending an uneasy truce between the world’s two largest economies by announcing sweeping new tariffs and export controls in retaliation for Beijing’s curbs on critical mineral exports.

Trump unveiled 100% tariffs on all China-bound exports to the U.S., along with new export controls on “any and all critical software” beginning November 1—just nine days before existing tariff relief is due to expire.

Catering Supervisor at United Nigeria Airlines

 United Nigeria Airlines is a wholly owned Nigerian company incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990 at the Corporate Affairs Commission to offer commercial air transportation services under the trade name United Nigeria.

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Tems: The Soulful Voice That Redefined Afrobeats


 When Tems steps on a record, the atmosphere changes. Her voice doesn’t just ride the beat—it bends it, reshapes it, and makes you pause to listen closer. Every note feels intentional, every inflection loaded with meaning. There’s a gravity in her sound that doesn’t rely on volume or speed, but on presence. In an era where music often competes for attention with loudness and instant hooks, Tems slows things down, pulling listeners into her orbit and reminding them that sometimes the quietest voice is the most commanding.

In an industry where energy often takes the spotlight, Tems leans into restraint, intimacy, and vulnerability. She embraces space in her records, allowing her smoky voice to breathe and resonate, turning simplicity into strength.

Abia Councillor Forced To Resign Over Lack Of Funds, Claims State Government Blocked All Access


 The councillor added that councillors don't know anything going on at their respective council areas. 

The leader of the Osisioma Ngwa Legislative Council, Hon. Victor Ngwakwe, has been forced to resign after raising concerns over the financial management of local government funds in Abia State, SaharaReporters has learnt.  

Shawn Faqua Engaged To Sharon

 


Nollywood actor, Shawn Faqua is engaged to Sharon.


Sharing his engagement photo, the actor who Is a born again and against sex before marriage wrote:

THE LORD HAS DONE IT - FINALLY!!! 🥳

And it is MARVELOUS in my eyes. 😍

9jaRocks - Movies - The Alabama Solution (2025)

 


An incarcerated men defy the odds to expose a cover-up in one of the United States’ deadliest prison systems.

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Type: Movie
Country: USA
Language: English

ARISE News Announces Burial Plans for Late Anchor Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu


 ARISE News has announced that its late anchor, correspondent, and producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who tragically lost her life during an armed robbery on September 29, 2025, will be laid to rest on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

In a video shared on Saturday, the station revealed that an evening of tributes in her honour will take place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the THISDAY Dome, located in the Central Business District of Abuja. This will be followed by a service of songs on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Corpus Christi Cathedral, Kaduna Street, Port Harcourt.

According to ARISE News, “Her interment in Anambra State on Saturday, October 18, will be preceded by a funeral mass at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Agulu.”

Nigeria’s public debt hits N152.4 trillion by June 2025

 


Nigeria’s total public debt has climbed to N152.40 trillion as of June 30, 2025, up from N149.39 trillion at the end of March.

This is according to the latest figures from the Debt Management Office (DMO).

The figure represents a quarterly increase of N3.01 trillion, equivalent to 2.01%, while in dollar terms the debt stock rose from $97.24 billion to $99.66 billion, reflecting a 2.49% increase.

Zlatan Ibrahimović Buys Himself Exotic Ferrari Worth $4.4 MN As 44th BD Gift

 


Zlatan Ibrahimović buys himself an exotic Ferrari F80 worth $4.4 MN as 44th Birthday Gift


Swedish soccer icon Zlatan Ibrahimović buys a new Ferrari every year for his birthday, and this year it’s the new Ferrari F80.

Ibrahimović has been doing this for a while now.

His supercar collection must be huge.

And he also owns a limited-edition vehicle that’s very difficult to buy. 

Amupitan: Nigerians unaware of dangers they face – Sam Amadi


 The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Dr. Sam Amadi, has expressed concern that many Nigerians are not aware of the potential dangers they face following the appointment of Professor Joash Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

Amadi, in a post via X on Saturday, criticized the public for praising Amupitan’s litigation skills instead of setting an agenda for him and cautioning him to avoid the alleged missteps of his predecessor, Professor Mahmood Yakubu.

Thousands of Gazans Return to Ruins as Ceasefire Takes Hold Under Trump’s Peace Plan




Israel begins troop withdrawal; Hamas rejects foreign control of post-war Gaza administration

JERUSALEM/CAIRO, Oct. 10 (Reuters) — Thousands of displaced Palestinians trekked across Gaza’s wastelands on Friday, returning to the ruins of their former homes after a ceasefire took effect and Israeli forces began withdrawing under the first phase of an agreement aimed at ending the war.

A massive column of people moved north along Gaza’s coastal road toward Gaza City — the enclave’s largest urban area — which had been heavily bombarded in recent days during one of Israel’s most intense offensives.

​Human Resources​ (HR) Manager at Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc

 Reckitt Benckiser is the world's leading consumer health and hygiene company. Every day, across 60 countries, we work with the best people to challenge conventional thinking and strive to find even better ways to give people innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes.

We trust people in what they do and we give full accountability and autonomy to make things happen.

Superhero movie Osamede receives standing ovation at premiere

 


A superhero movie, Osamede, depicting aspects of the 1897 British invasion of the Benin Kingdom, received a standing ovation at its premiere on Friday night and continued into the early hours of Saturday in Benin.

Osamede is a young woman who discovered the ancestral warrior powers of her people during the 1897 British invasion of her homeland.