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Aunty Esther dies after rejecting blood transfusion

Popular Nigerian social media user Aunty Esther has passed away after refusing a blood transfusion due to her Jehovah's Witness faith during her breast cancer treatment. Read the full story.

Aunty Esther Dies After Transfusion Debate

Social media personality and cancer patient Aunty Esther has passed away. Her case sparked a national debate on faith, medicine, and crowdfunding after she declined a blood transfusion.

Nigeria's First Astronaut Candidate: Fauziya Auwal

Meet Fauziya Auwal, Nigeria's first astronaut candidate with Titan Space Industries. Discover her journey from Kaduna to the stars and her mission to solve national challenges. Read her inspiring story.

"I Ate Rice and Chicken But Still Unhappy" - Woman

A Nigerian woman's honest Christmas Day tweet about feeling unhappy despite having food sparked a major conversation online about mental health and emotional well-being. Read the full story.

Stars Share Christmas Family Photos with Bold Style

Nigerian celebrities flooded social media with vibrant Christmas 2025 family photos, showcasing bold colours and matching outfits. See the heartwarming festive moments from Wizkid's kids to Mercy Johnson.

NLC Calls for Rejection of Distorted Tax Law

The Nigeria Labour Congress urges Nigerians to reject any falsified tax law, emphasizing fairness and collective action to protect workers' rights and dignity. Join the call for social justice.

Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net

As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.

Footballer Ethan McLeod, 21, Dies in M1 Crash

Tragic news as Macclesfield FC forward Ethan McLeod, 21, dies in a car crash on the M1. The club and football community mourn the loss of a talented young player. Read more.

New Tenant Washes Compound, Video Goes Viral

A Nigerian lady's video of a new tenant pressure-washing the dirty compound has gone viral, sparking reactions on communal responsibility and hygiene. Would you do the same?

TikTok to Block Under-16s in Australia from Dec 10

TikTok will comply with Australia's new social media ban for under-16s starting December 10. The law, a world-first, imposes heavy fines. Read how this affects Nigerian youth and global policy.

Senate Pushes for Structured Social Welfare to Reduce Poverty

The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste

Lady's Room Flooded, Belongings Ruined After Work

A Nigerian lady returned from work to find her room flooded, her bed and clothes ruined. Her viral TikTok video sparked massive sympathy and reactions online. Read her full story and see how people responded.

Sterling Bank, PAU Partner to Certify Non-Oil Exporters

Sterling Bank and Pan-Atlantic University's EDC have signed an MoU to certify graduates of the Non-Oil Export Academy, aiming to build a globally competitive export community and diversify Nigeria's economy. Read how this initiative will empower Nigerian

OPay Clinches SERAS 2025 Social Impact Award

OPay wins the prestigious SERAS 2025 Award for Social Impact. Discover how its ₦1.2B scholarship and empowerment programs are transforming lives across Nigeria.

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