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LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has opened up about his fallout with Burna Boy, claiming the singer targeted him publicly because of his close relationship with Davido.Uganda Closes DR Congo Border Over Growing Ebola Outbreak Speaking during an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM, the nightlife businessman claimed Burna Boy came after him online because of his strong friendship with Afrobeats star Davido. Cubana Chief Priest explained that his success story started from humble beginnings through apprenticeship and years of dedication. He maintained that financial growth often comes with criticism, jealousy, and attacks from others. “Success comes…

(VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Leopards are returning to football’s biggest stage for the first time since 1974, but the public health emergency declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) on 16 May is threatening to stop supporters from travelling to the US. Officials say there are more than 900 suspected cases of Ebola in central and East Africa, and 223 suspected deaths, since the outbreak was declared. The vast majority of those cases and fatalities have been in DR Congo, and the US embassy in the capital Kinshasa has suspended visa services. While the WHO has not advised on imposing…

ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has begun engagement with members of the International Airlines Association of Nigeria as part of renewed efforts to enhance protocol services and improve passenger experience across airports in the country. FAAN disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday, noting that its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, held a meeting with the association at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The session focused on strengthening collaboration and addressing operational challenges affecting service delivery. According to the authority, the meeting created a platform for both sides…

ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approached the Court of Appeal in Abuja to overturn a Federal High Court judgment that nullified the timelines it released for the 2027 general elections. INEC also asked the appellate court to stay execution of the judgment pending the determination of its appeal. In a notice of appeal dated May 25, the electoral body, through its legal team led by Dr Alex Izinyon (SAN), faulted the May 20 judgment of the Federal High Court and urged the Appeal Court to set it aside. The commission raised nine grounds…

ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Lagos State’s tax earnings climbed to N1.44tn in 2025, marking a sharp rise from the N678bn generated in 2023 and surpassing the N1tn milestone it first achieved in 2024. The figures were disclosed by the Lagos State Ministry of Finance during its annual ministerial press briefing held last Friday. The revenue performance marks one of the strongest growth streaks by any state government in Nigeria in recent years, driven largely by investments in digital infrastructure, improved data-sharing with federal institutions and an expanded tax net that now captures lottery and gaming winnings. According to the…

ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-A sharp decline in global oil prices may be on the horizon if the United States and Iran successfully reach a deal that would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. As of Sunday, Brent crude traded between $103 and $105 per barrel, buoyed by optimism that both sides were moving toward ending the month-long conflict. Market speculation has grown that reopening the strategic waterway could trigger a significant fall in crude oil prices, with a corresponding impact on petrol prices worldwide. The New York Times reported that Washington and Tehran have reached a…

LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Former Big Brother Naija winner Phyna has reignited her public clash with social media activist VeryDarkMan after accusing him of allegedly making advances towards her before their relationship turned sour during the controversy surrounding her late sister’s case. The reality star made the claims during a livestream that has since gone viral across social media platforms. According to Phyna, she was shocked by the activist’s behavior after she allegedly rejected his request for intimacy, claiming things changed between them shortly after. “Maybe because he said he wanted to sleep with me and I didn’t accept, that…

LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)-  In a recent men-to-men talk, popular media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu revealed how he struggled with cigarette addiction for 13 years while singer Banky W also shared his personal fight with pornography. During a candid conversation on the MENtality podcast, the media personality and singer, alongside medical influencer Aproko Doctor, discussed different forms of addiction, including drug abuse, pornography, gambling, and the reasons many people use to justify unhealthy habits. Ebuka disclosed that he began smoking while he was a junior in secondary school and his need for the nicotine-high worsened over the years. The 13-year addiction…

(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has revealed that exhaustion and the need for “new energy” influenced his decision to leave the club after a historic 10-year spell in charge. Guardiola confirmed that Sunday’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa will be his final game as Manchester City manager, bringing an end to one of the most successful managerial eras in the club’s history. The Spaniard leaves the Etihad Stadium after winning 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and Manchester City’s first UEFA Champions League crown. Guardiola leaves Manchester City widely regarded as the most successful manager…

(VOICE OF NAIJA)- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), succeeding Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose two-term tenure of 10 years expires on July 31, 2026. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the development known in the statement. READ ALSO: Admissions Outside CAPS Illegal — JAMB Onanuga in the statement on Wednesday said Professor Aina, who will be 40 in July, is a distinguished academic and systems expert with extensive experience in national examination systems, digital infrastructure, and public-sector institutional…