Topnaija latest news updates for today, 9th August 2024

Good morning Nigeria and welcome to Topnaija latest news updates, Topnaija newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 9th August 2024.

Ikeja gas explosion: seven injured, nine vehicles burned (UPDATE)

The gas explosion at a Mobil Filling Station on Awolowo Way in Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday left several customers and vehicles caught in the blaze, with seven individuals suffering burns.

Topnaija reported that the explosion occurred as a gas tanker offloaded its contents at the station. Read more here.

“No words” — Ronaldo reacts to Pepe retiring from football

The end of the road came for Portugal icon and former Real Madrid star, Pepe when the defender yesterday announced his decision to retire from football.

Prior to the confirmation, the iconic defender who has played for clubs such as Porto and Real Madrid, hinted at his retirement when he talk in cheek said he will retire from football the day Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo chooses to hang up the boots. Read more here.

House of Reps clarifies salary controversy amid donation pledge

The House of Representatives has reaffirmed that its members earn a monthly salary of N600,000, despite a recent revelation by Uzokwe Ifeanyi, the lawmaker representing Nnewi South Federal Constituency, who displayed a salary alert of N936,979.53 on national television.

This disclosure, made during an appearance on Channels Television, reignited debates over the actual House of Reps salary. Read more here.

Cross-dresser ‘Area Mama’ beaten to death in Abuja, police silent on investigation

In a shocking incident that has left the community reeling, a popular Abuja cross-dresser known as ‘Area Mama’ was found dead in the streets of the city.

The tragic discovery has sparked outrage and raised serious concerns about safety and justice in Nigeria. Read more here.

BBNaija S9: ‘You’re not my wife’, Shaun sets boundaries with Wanni

Shaun of the Shatoria Duo has passed cryptic warning to his romantic partner and fellow housemate in the Big Brother (BBNaija) Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ season 9 reality show, Wanni.

Recall that Shaun and Wanni of the WanniXHandi duo sparked relationship suspicions just a day after the commencement of the show on Sunday, July 28. Read more here.

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