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American pop star Justin Timberlake has publicly disclosed his Lyme disease diagnosis , describing the condition as "relentlessly debilitating" both physically and mentally. In a candid message shared after concluding his recent tour, the 44-year-old singer opened up about months of mysterious symptoms — fatigue, pain, and illness — which were eventually traced back to Lyme disease. “ When I first got the diagnosis I was shocked... But at least I could understand why I was onstage feeling nerve pain or crazy fatigue, ” Timberlake said. While some fans had raised concerns about the lack of energy during his performances, the Cry Me A River crooner clarified that he had been pushing through intense nerve pain and stress behind the scenes. Lyme disease, caused by bacteria transmitted through tick bites, is most common in forested areas of North America and Europe. Timberlake’s honesty has sparked conversations about invisible illnesses and the pressures artists face ev...

In a shocking development, David Moses, a security guard attached to Clear Hope Foundation Academy in Dawaki, Abuja, has confessed to the brutal murder of a 14-month-old pupil and a 55-year-old nurse employed by the school. The tragic incident occurred on July 23, sending shockwaves across the Federal Capital Territory. Moses, who was paraded before journalists by the police, admitted to carrying out the killings alongside an accomplice identified as Sunday, who is currently at large. According to the suspect, the duo initially demanded a ransom of ₦250 million from the victims' families but later accepted ₦3 million , which they allegedly collected using the nurse’s mobile phone. “I was arrested by the police because I killed a child and a nurse in Clear Hope School on July 23. My friend Sunday and I demanded ₦250 million , but we later collected ₦3 million ,” Moses stated during a police interview. The victims were reported missing on the day of the incident, prompting a fran...

Controversial Catholic priest and spiritual leader of the Adoration Ministry Enugu, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has stirred nationwide attention after issuing a dramatic prophecy warning ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Speaking during a recent church service, Fr. Mbaka delivered a passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to take a bold and decisive action that, according to the cleric, could drastically shift the country’s security landscape—particularly in the troubled Southeast. “Mr. President, if you do this, one day you will say, ‘Father, God bless you,’” Mbaka said cryptically. “I’m giving you an expo. You don’t understand.” While he stopped short of directly naming the action he was referring to, many believe the priest was alluding to the potential release of Nnamdi Kanu , the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Mbaka has in the past repeatedly pointed to Kanu's release as a possible catalyst for peace in the Southeast. T...

Robert Kincaid, a 38-year-old man from East Belfast who was reported missing two weeks ago, has been found alive in Paris. He is currently receiving emergency medical treatment, according to family sources. Kincaid, who had been working on an oil rig in Benin, West Africa, was last seen on July 17 at Charles de Gaulle Airport after missing his connecting flight to Dublin. The alarm was raised when he failed to make contact with family and friends, prompting a widespread search across Paris. It is understood that Mr. Kincaid was located by emergency services in the French capital on Friday morning. The nature of his condition has not been disclosed, but his family confirmed that he is undergoing medical treatment and remains in a fragile state. "Rab has been found by emergency services and is requiring ongoing emergency treatment. While he is not out of the woods yet, we are just glad he is alive," his brother Louis Kincaid said in a statement. "As a family, we would...

A 65-year-old retired head teacher, Deaconess Helen Adewole, has shared a harrowing personal account of losing her daughter and two grandchildren within a matter of weeks in 2018 — a tragedy she says continues to push her into depression and emotional distress. In an emotional interview with our correspondent, Deaconess Adewole recounted how her first daughter, Oluyemisi Kolawole , a 36-year-old trained nurse, died in September 2018 while seven months pregnant. Her death followed the controversial death of her son, Bolaji Kolawole, a sickle cell patient, after what the family claims was a harmful traditional cleansing ritual imposed by her husband’s family. “Yemisi was seven months pregnant when she died. Before then, her little boy Bolaji had died just five days after a so-called spiritual cleansing. The family believed he was an Abiku, and she was pressured into rituals that involved incisions, herbal concoctions, and spiritual rites,” Adewole said. Yemisi, who had been residing...

Business Secretary and prominent Conservative Party figure Kemi Badenoch has publicly stated that she no longer identifies as Nigerian, citing a lack of personal connection and a life primarily lived in the United Kingdom. Speaking on a recent podcast, Badenoch revealed that she has not renewed her Nigerian passport since the early 2000s and no longer feels a sense of belonging to the country where she spent part of her childhood. “I have not renewed my Nigerian passport, I think, not since the early 2000s,” Badenoch said. “I don’t identify with it anymore. Most of my life has been in the UK and I’ve just never felt the need to.” Badenoch, who was born in London and raised in Lagos, acknowledged her Nigerian heritage and close family ties to the country but emphasized that her identity is now rooted firmly in Britain. “I’m Nigerian through ancestry, by birth despite not being born there because of my parents, but by identity I’m not really,” she added. “Home is where my now fami...

In a heart-wrenching incident that has shaken the Govandi area of Mumbai, a 43-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly killing her six-month-old baby boy at her residence in Baiganwadi, Shivaji Nagar. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday afternoon, highlights the tragic intersection of mental distress, illness, and poverty. According to police sources, the woman reportedly smothered her infant son with a pillow and then strangled him while he lay asleep in a cradle. The crime came to light in an unexpected manner after the woman allegedly attacked another woman with a knife near a garment factory on PL Lokhande Marg in Chembur. The Tilak Nagar Police’s Nirbhaya Squad, led by Police Inspector Manisha Kulkarni, responded swiftly to the knife attack and took both women into custody. During interrogation, the accused revealed she had attacked the woman without any provocation. In a shocking turn, she also confessed to killing her child earlier that day. The Tilak Nagar Police...

Police in Kibuku District are investigating a shocking case of fratricide following the death of a 77-year-old man in Natoto Central Village, Buseta sub-county. The deceased, identified as Sinini Lawrence, a peasant farmer, was reportedly attacked and killed in his sleep on the evening of July 31, 2025. His younger brother, Mutundi Sebastian, 70, has been arrested in connection with the murder. Bukedi North Regional Police Spokesperson ASP Wilfred Kyempasa confirmed the arrest and said the suspect is currently detained at Kibuku Central Police Station. According to eyewitness accounts and local authorities, the suspect allegedly ambushed Lawrence after he returned from a local bar. He is said to have struck the victim on the head with a hoe and inflicted further injuries on the neck and hands. The area LC1 Chairperson, who reported the incident to police, was the first to respond to the scene. He managed to confine the suspect in the room to prevent escape and immediately alerted l...

Six law students from the Yola Campus who were abducted on July 26, 2025, have been rescued by the Benue State Police Command. The students were reportedly kidnapped while traveling from Anambra State to Adamawa State. The incident occurred late Saturday evening along the volatile Wukari–Benue route, a corridor known for its security challenges. In a statement issued on Friday, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, Edet Udeme, confirmed the rescue and said the victims have been safely reunited with their families. “Police authorities confirmed the rescue, assuring the public of their commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property,” Udeme stated. The police did not disclose whether any ransom was paid or if arrests had been made in connection with the abduction. However, the statement emphasized that operations are ongoing to secure the area and prevent further incidents. The rescue comes amid growing concerns over the safety of road travel across parts of Niger...

A man has been arrested in Lagos after allegedly assaulting his wife just four days after she gave birth, sparking widespread outrage across Nigeria and social media. Clips shared on platform X (formerly Twitter) show the moment police officers confronted and detained the man, who admitted to having a dispute with his wife. The incident, which reportedly took place in the presence of his own mother, has drawn sharp criticism and calls for justice. In the now-viral video, a woman believed to be a relative is seen holding the couple’s newborn, while voices in the background reveal that the mother was on oxygen and struggling to breathe — indicating she may have been in a critical postnatal condition at the time of the alleged assault. The footage triggered immediate backlash online, with thousands of users condemning the act and demanding swift legal action. Many highlighted the vulnerability of postpartum women and the long-standing issue of domestic violence in Nigeria. @LaughNLearn...

In a vivid tribute to his lifelong profession, a Ghanaian fisherman was laid to rest in a custom-made, fish-shaped coffin—a nod to his years spent working on the water. A video of the symbolic burial, shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by user @SIKAOFFICIAL1, shows pallbearers carefully transporting the intricately designed casket through a cemetery in Ghana. The footage, which has since gone viral, captures the unique cultural practice of honoring the deceased with so-called “fantasy coffins”—elaborate caskets crafted to represent an aspect of the individual’s life. The tradition, which originated among the Ga people in southern Ghana, is rooted in the belief that funerals are not only a time to mourn, but to celebrate the personal story and identity of the departed. The coffin’s design has sparked widespread discussion online, with many praising it as a creative and heartfelt gesture. Others responded with humor or critical reflection, pointing to broader social c...

A woman identified as the alleged girlfriend of late entrepreneur Ifesinachi Onyekere, popularly known as Fish Magnet , has shared a heartbreaking account of his abduction and death, revealing that he was found near death despite a ransom payment being made. According to her, Fish Magnet contacted her on the night of Saturday, July 26, 2025 , and they spoke until about 9:00 p.m. She had no idea that it would be their last conversation. Just 24 hours later, on Sunday evening , the young businessman was reportedly shot in front of his family home and abducted . His captors allegedly demanded ₦10 million in ransom, insisting it be paid within 20 minutes . The woman said his mother urgently gathered the money and made the transfer before midnight. “Before 12pm on Sunday, Mumsi had gathered the money and sent to them,” she wrote in an emotional tribute posted online. “They didn’t pick up again until 4 a.m. on Monday morning.” By Monday morning , the family received a call instructing...

A Texas man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after the body of his 7-year-old adopted son was found inside a washing machine at their family home in 2022. Jermaine Thomas , the adoptive father of Troy Koehler , was convicted of capital murder after the young boy was discovered dead, fully clothed, inside the top-loading appliance on July 28, 2022 . The child had been reported missing earlier that day. According to court documents, Troy’s body was covered with both fresh and older bruises , with injuries suggesting long-term abuse . A post-mortem examination concluded the cause of death as asphyxiation and blunt force trauma . Blood was also reportedly found inside the drum of the washing machine and elsewhere in the home. During the sentencing, Sheryl Reed , a former teacher of Troy’s, gave an emotional statement. “His future, his dreams, his life—were stolen by someone who was supposed to love, protect, and nurture him,” Reed said, calling Troy “the son I never had.” Troy wa...

Authorities in northern Italy have launched a murder investigation after the dismembered body of a 35-year-old man, Alessandro Venier, was discovered in a rubbish bin at his family home. He was allegedly killed by his own mother and girlfriend, who have both been arrested. According to Italian media reports, Venier was sedated and then hacked into pieces with an axe before his remains were buried in quicklime in an attempt to conceal the crime. The horrific act is believed to have occurred several days before police uncovered the body on Thursday. Venier lived in the same household with his 61-year-old mother, Lorena Venier , a nurse, and his 30-year-old Colombian partner , with whom he shared a six-month-old daughter. Authorities say the pair allegedly conspired to murder Venier while living under the same roof. The crime came to light after one of the two women reportedly alerted authorities , leading police to the gruesome discovery. Both suspects were arrested at the scene an...

A devastating case of alleged medical negligence has emerged from Edo State, where a toddler, Jeremiah Mumbor, has reportedly contracted HIV following a blood transfusion at a private medical facility, Safe Bliss Medical Centre, located on Siluko Road, Benin City. The child’s father, Mr. Praise Mumbor said that his one-year and nine-month-old son, previously HIV-negative, tested positive for the virus after receiving blood transfusions at the clinic earlier this year. According to Mr. Mumbor, neither he nor his wife, Elisa Mumbor, is HIV-positive, a fact confirmed by repeated tests at multiple hospitals, including the Military Hospital in Benin. He claims that their son’s infection is a direct result of contaminated blood used during a transfusion at Safe Bliss Medical Centre. “At the military hospital, they confirmed that my wife and I are negative, but our son is positive,” Mr. Mumbor said. “So my son will live with HIV forever because of a hospital’s carelessness.” The ini...

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele , has issued a new set of prophecies concerning the political climates and upcoming elections in Cameroon, Uganda, Côte d’Ivoire, Malawi, and Tanzania . In a statement released through his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the prominent cleric predicted significant upheavals, election controversies, and leadership crises in these African nations. Côte d’Ivoire Primate Ayodele predicted that President Alassane Ouattara will go to great lengths to retain power through constitutional and legal means. According to him, opposition forces will face intimidation, disqualification, or disillusionment, ultimately leading to their withdrawal from the electoral process. “The President of Côte d’Ivoire, Ouattara, will do everything legally and constitutionally possible to be elected. Those who can defeat him will be delisted... The opposition will only protest,” Ayodele said. He warned of widespread violence , public unres...

Paris Jackson and her fiancé, music producer Justin Long, have officially called off their engagement, less than eight months after announcing their plans to marry. Jackson, 27, confirmed the split in a post shared to X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, July 31, writing that she had been crying “breakup tears.” The emotional update follows paparazzi photos published earlier this month, showing the singer visibly upset. The couple had announced their engagement in December 2024, with Jackson calling Long “the most perfect” person for her in a now-deleted Instagram post. “Doing life with you these last years has been an indescribable whirlwind,” she had written at the time. “Thank you for letting me be yours. I love you.” In June, Jackson revealed that wedding preparations were well underway. Speaking to Access Hollywood , she shared that her dress was being made, a venue had been chosen, and the wedding date was selected with guidance from an astrologer, a nod to her Los Angeles ro...

           The Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the death of Yoruba Nollywood actress Omotola Odunsi , whose passing was confirmed by colleagues on Thursday. The actress, best known for her role in the Yoruba-language film Lisabi alongside popular actor Lateef Adedimeji , was announced dead by fellow actress Bakare Zainab via a post on social media. “Goodnight. Omotola rest well,” Zainab wrote in a solemn tribute. However, the cause of death has not yet been made public. The news has triggered a wave of grief and tributes across the Nollywood community and among fans of Yoruba cinema. One of the most emotional reactions came from actress Ashabi , the mother of singer Portable’s child, who took to Instagram to mourn Omotola’s sudden passing. In her post, Ashabi expressed disbelief and recalled her last encounter with the late actress earlier this year during the filming of a movie titled Deputy . “Omoh dis one shock me oooo aunty Tol...

Dolores “Dodie” Osteen , beloved co-founder of Lakewood Church and mother of renowned pastor Joel Osteen , has died at the age of 91 . Her death, attributed to natural causes, was confirmed on Thursday by her son in a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter) . “It is with a heavy heart that Victoria and I, along with our family, announce the passing of our cherished mother and grandmother, Dolores ‘Dodie’ Osteen,” Joel Osteen wrote. Fondly known as “Mama Dodie,” Mrs. Osteen co-founded Lakewood Church in 1959 alongside her late husband, John Osteen . From its humble beginnings in a former feed store in Houston, Lakewood has grown to become one of the largest and most influential megachurches in the United States, with a global audience and weekly services reaching millions. Mrs. Osteen remained an enduring spiritual figure within the church long after her husband’s death in 1999. Known for her unwavering faith, compassion , and resilience, she ministered to thousands, often praying pe...

A commercial driver, Olumide Lawal , has recounted the horrifying discovery of his 16-year-old son’s mutilated body, allegedly killed for ritual purposes by a suspected cultist in Igbile Ijebu, Ogun State. On Wednesday, Lawal revealed that his son, Wahab Lawal , was declared missing on July 21 , and his decomposed body was found two days later with his head, wrists, heart, and genitals removed . The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the discovery in a statement by spokesperson SP Omolola Odutola , noting that the body was found along the expressway and that two suspects , Salawu Omikansola and Serefusi Agemo , have been arrested in connection with the crime. Lawal said the search began after his mother contacted him about Wahab’s disappearance. He rushed from Ijebu-Ode to Igbile, where he joined efforts to locate the boy. “We searched the whole community. Then on Wednesday, some women returning from the farm said they saw clothes and sandals that looked like my son’s. I rushed ...

Benue State has recorded an outbreak of Mpox with 31 suspected cases reported across five Local Government Areas (LGAs) — Makurdi, Ushongo, Gwer East, Katsina-Ala, and Guma — with seven cases now confirmed , health authorities announced on Thursday. The Executive Secretary of the Benue State Primary Health Care Board, Mrs. Grace Wende , made the disclosure during a Stakeholders Engagement and Townhall Meeting held in Makurdi, focused on the Mpox Vaccination Rollout in the state. Speaking through the State Immunization Officer (SIO), Mr. Emmanuel Adega , Wende provided a breakdown of the suspected and confirmed cases. She said that of the 31 suspected cases: Makurdi recorded 10 suspected cases, Katsina-Ala had 8, Gwer East reported 7, Guma recorded 4, and Ushongo had 2 suspected cases. Of these, seven cases have been laboratory-confirmed : 3 in Makurdi , 2 in Katsina-Ala , 1 in Gwer East , and 1 in Guma . “These cases were recorded in June, and laboratory resu...

Beloved Nigerian content creator Celynukam is officially off the market — and the internet is loving it! The digital star announced her engagement to the love of her life , sending fans and fellow creators into a frenzy of joy. Her comment section has since been flooded with congratulatory messages , heartfelt wishes, and tons of love from those who’ve followed her journey over the years. Known for her relatable skits, vibrant personality , and authentic online presence, Celynukam has built a loyal fanbase who see her not just as a content queen, but as a sister, friend, and inspiration. While details about her fiancé remain under wraps for now, one thing is clear — Celynukam’s community is solidly behind her , cheering her on as she steps into this beautiful new chapter. Congratulations to the happy couple! 💍❤️

Police have released dramatic footage of the moment a fugitive murderer was arrested on the tarmac after landing in the UK — 18 months after brutally stabbing a teenager to death during a night out. Thomas Dures, 22, was met by officers as he stepped off a plane at a UK airport in January this year, following his extradition from Greece. The arrest brought to a close a months-long international manhunt sparked by the killing of 19-year-old Matthew Daulby in the early hours of July 29, 2023, in Ormskirk, Lancashire. Matthew had been out with friends when he was attacked in a sudden and unprovoked street assault. He was stabbed in the chest by Dures after being struck in the head with a makeshift weapon by Dures' accomplice, Henry Houghton. Despite the efforts of emergency services, Matthew was pronounced dead at hospital. A Home Office post-mortem later confirmed he had died from a single stab wound to the chest. The shocking incident, which unfolded in the heart of the town centr...

Popular nightlife figure and actor Idowu Adeyemi , famously known as Yhemolee , has finally addressed the buzz surrounding the alleged crash of his marriage to Oyin Tayo, also known as Thayour B . Speculations of trouble began when the couple, who tied the knot in September 2024 and welcomed a son in January 2025,  suddenly wiped all wedding and romantic photos from their Instagram pages. Fans were quick to notice, and the gossip mill went into overdrive. Fueling the fire, Yhemolee began sharing a series of cryptic and emotionally charged posts , including: “Useless set of women everywhere! Better don’t die for woman! Your loss bro!! The bitches don’t care!” He also posted a somber reflection that hinted at a season of emotional isolation : “Isolation is your gift. It feels like punishment at first… but in that silence, something powerful happens. You stop chasing external validation… No one is coming to save you.” Another post, laced with dark humor, read: “Proud to ...

After over a decade of entertaining fans with hit songs, stellar performances, and bold activism, Nigerian rapper and actor Folarin Falana , popularly known as Falz , is taking a moment to reflect on his journey — and it’s more than just about fame. In a recent interview with Pulse Nigeria , the multifaceted entertainer was asked if he feels fulfilled by everything he has accomplished so far. With calm honesty, Falz replied: “Good. I’m a little bit satisfied with how life is treating me. I think I’m doing well. I’ve been able to establish myself as an icon and I really would like to keep on pushing that.” While many would consider his track record a huge success, Falz revealed that his ambitions stretch beyond awards and applause. For him, the real goal is legacy — one built on impact . “What is important to me is legacy. A legacy of impact, positive influence, and that’s what I’m always just heading towards,” he explained. From music to movies and even activism, Falz has pr...