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Nigeria's Housing Crisis Has Created an Entire Economy. Who Benefits From This Crisis?
Nigeria's housing crisis fuels a costly rental economy of agents, landlords and unenforced laws. Here's who really profits.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
Revealed: Secret Messaging Apps Used by Alleged Coup Conspirators
An alleged coup plot in Nigeria against President Bola Tinubu utilized both common WhatsApp and the highly secure Zangi messaging app. Investigations into these communications revealed the critical role of platform choice and the complexities of retrieving evidence from encrypted channels, often relying on physical devices. Key figures involved, like retired navy captain Erasmus Victor, have shed light on how Zangi was specifically chosen for its enhanced privacy.Pelumi Ilesanmi
Ex-Minister Mamman Jailed for Record 75 Years in Landmark Corruption Verdict
Former Nigerian Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, has been sentenced to an unprecedented 75 years in prison for laundering N33.8 billion meant for critical electricity projects. His conviction highlights pervasive corruption in Nigeria's power sector and marks a historic moment in the nation's fight against graft, particularly due to the consecutive nature of his sentences. The case draws attention to the urgent need for accountability and recovery of stolen public funds.Pelumi Ilesanmi
BBNaija 11 Meltdown: Sex Confession Sparks Fury, Housemate Threatens Exit!
Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Bells is reportedly considering a voluntary exit after a public revelation of her intimate encounter with fellow housemate Yusuf. The disclosure led to a heated exchange, with Yusuf expressing strong disapproval over Bells' casual confession on national television, while other housemates reacted to the escalating tension.Pelumi Ilesanmi
Osun Erupts: Election Fury, Davido Clash & EFCC Probe Rock State Politics!
The upcoming Osun State governorship election, set for August 15, 2026, is drawing intense scrutiny across legal, political, and civil society fronts. Debates range from the EFCC's power to freeze state accounts without prior consultation to allegations of election manipulation and escalating pre-election violence, alongside calls for Governor Adeleke's campaign to focus on verifiable achievements.Pelumi Ilesanmi