Top 10 Trending Stories In Nigeria Today

As Nigeria continues to evolve, its citizens are drawn to stories that resonate with their personal experiences and collective aspirations. These trending stories not only highlight major events but also capture the conversations happening among everyday Nigerians. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, the topics covered in today’s top stories span a wide range of interests and concerns that affect the nation.

In today’s roundup, Osun Defender presents a blend of all these factors, bringing you stories that are not only trending but are also shaping the direction of Nigeria’s future. Whether you are a news enthusiast or someone looking to stay informed, these are the stories that matter the most right now. Stay tuned as we dive into the top 10 trending stories making waves across the nation today.

1. Bobrisky: VeryDarkMan Releases More Tapes (Video)

Controversial Nigerian activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan has released more tapes to expose crossdresser, Idris Okuneye aka Bobrisky.

VDM released the voice records on Monday morning on his verified Instagram page.

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2. Kim Kardashian Helps Michael Ilesanmi Amid Legal Battle With Wife

Reality TV star, Michael Ilesanmi of 90 Day Fiance fame, has reportedly received an offer of help from billionaire entrepreneur and reality TV personality Kim Kardashian, amidst his ongoing legal battle with estranged wife Angela Deem.

According to Sarah Fraser of The Sarah Fraser Show, Kim Kardashian and her mother, Kris Jenner, have taken an interest in Michael’s case and are willing to provide assistance.

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3. Tension As Explosion, Protest Rock Rivers LGs

Fire has razed a section of the Eleme Local Government Council secretariat in Rivers state.

According to Channels TV, a phone conversation with former Ambassador Oji Ngofa who hails from Eleme, the newly elected chairman Brain Gokpa came to the council secretariat accompanied by his councilors and supporters but discovered that a few of the buildings in the council had been set ablaze.

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4. Lebanon Fires 135 Projectiles Into Israel

Israel’s military said that Lebanese armed group Hezbollah had fired some 135 projectiles into Israel on Monday, as the country marked the first anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack.

“As of 17:00 (14:00 GMT Monday), approximately 135 projectiles fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organisation crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory,” the military said in a statement, as air raid sirens sounded frequently across northern Israel.

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5. Dino Melaye Wins Six-Year-Legal Battle Against FG, IG

Senator Dino Melaye has been acquitted in the twelfth and final case against him by the Federal Government.

Justice Sylvanus Oriji delivered the verdict at the FCT High Court in Maitama, clearing Melaye of two charges of providing false information concerning an alleged assassination attempt on his life in 2017.

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6. Outrage As Zenith Bank Service Director Passes One Week

Zenith Bank customers across Nigeria are expressing frustration on Twitter as the bank’s system outage, initially planned as a 24-hour upgrade, has now stretched beyond one week.

Osun Defender gathered that the prolonged downtime has left salary earners, NYSC members, and other customers unable to access their funds or make transactions, creating widespread inconvenience.

Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/outrage-as-zenith-bank-service-disruption-passes-one-week/

 

7. How Doctors Attempted To Kill Mother’s Partnet Over Will

A British doctor on Monday pleaded guilty to an unsuccessful plot to kill his mother’s partner with a fake COVID-19 vaccine.

Thomas Kwan, 53, passed himself off as a nurse and even took his own mother’s blood pressure before administering poison to her partner, Patrick O’Hara, in Newcastle, northern England.

Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/how-doctor-attempted-to-kill-mothers-partner-over-will/

 

8. Rivers: Tinubu Orders Police To Secure LG Secretariats

President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned the acts of violence, including arson and explosions, that have erupted in Rivers State following last Saturday’s local government council elections.

Osun Defender had earlier reported that suspected arsonists have set ablaze three sections from three local government secretariats in Rivers state.

Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/rivers-tinubu-orders-police-to-secure-lg-secretariats/

 

9. You Have No Right To Suspend Me – Alimosho LG Chair Replies Lagos Assembly

The suspended Alimosho Local government chairman, Jelili Sulaimon has reacted to his suspension by the Lagos State House of Assembly.

Osun Defender had earlier reported that the chairman was suspended in a unanimous vote by the lawmakers over an alleged non-compliance, defiance and unyielding attitude to the legislative House.

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10. Segilola Gets Interim Injunction Against Osun Govt

A Federal High Court in Abuja has reversed the decision of the Osun State Government to shut down Segilola Resources Operating, a mining firm in the state accused of tax evasion and other issues.

The presiding judge, Justice Emeka Nwite gave the order in suit numbered: FHC/AB/5/1452024 and filed against the Osun State Government.

Continue reading@ https://www.osundefender.com/segilola-gets-interim-injunction-against-osun-govt/