🔥Street Buzz & Headlines: Geh-Geh’s Big Bag, Lil Kesh’s Ordeal, and More

In partnership with

Hydrated Skin. Deeper Sleep. One Daily Ritual!

Hydration Wasn’t Working—Until This

I thought I had hydration figured out—plenty of water, clean skincare, and electrolytes. But my skin was still dry, my energy dipped midday, and sleep? Unpredictable.

Then I found Pique’s Deep Hydration Protocol—a two-step, 24-hour electrolyte ritual that supports your skin, nervous system, and cellular function from morning to night.

☀️ B·T Fountain hydrates, smooths skin, and powers energy with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and trace minerals.
🌙 R·E Fountain calms the nervous system and promotes deep sleep with bioavailable magnesium and real lemon.

In a week, I felt better. In a month, I was glowing.

✔️ Clinically proven skin actives
✔️ Deep hydration + clarity without sugar or fillers
✔️ Truly clean, spa-grade ingredients

Now I feel balanced, rested, and radiant—every single day.

Start your ritual with 20% off for life + a free gift:

Get 20% off for life

The past few days have been peak Nigeria — innovation meets crisis, resilience clashes with tragedy, and global spotlights keep swinging back our way. From TikTok’s big leap to NNPC’s rare brag, and even a boxing comeback that feels straight out of Nollywood… here’s the juice.

🔥 Headlines That Matter

🎶 TikTok for Artists Launches in Nigeria

Lagos is buzzing as TikTok rolls out TikTok for Artists — a new insights platform giving musicians, labels, and managers real-time data on fan behavior and track performance. For creators, it’s digital empowerment like never before.

🗳 Voter Registration Hits 1.37 Million

INEC’s physical registration kicks off strong: 1.37 million Nigerians pre-registered online already. Citizens are showing up in numbers — democracy is clearly loading.

🛢 Petrobras Eyes Nigeria Return

In Brazil, President Tinubu hinted Petrobras could quickly restart Nigerian operations, reviving deepwater oil hopes. Deals were inked across trade, aviation (Air Peace’s Lagos–São Paulo route), and energy.

🥊 Ike Ibeabuchi’s Epic Comeback

After 16 years in prison, Ike “The President” Ibeabuchi stormed the ring in Lagos, stopped his opponent, and then boldly called out heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk. A redemption arc if there ever was one.

🤰 Maternal Health Crisis in the Northeast

A haunting AP photo series reveals the dire state of maternal health in conflict zones. Militants resurge, U.S. aid dwindles, and Nigeria — already accounting for 25% of global maternal deaths in 2023 — faces a worsening crisis.

⛽ Pipeline Theft Nearly Eliminated

For once, good news: NNPC says oil theft is almost gone, with nearly all crude now reaching terminals (a jump from just 30% before). If sustained, production could rise to 2.5m barrels/day by 2026 — a level not seen since 2005.

🎓 FG Bans New Public Universities for 7 Years

The government has slapped a 7-year freeze on new public universities & polytechnics, ordering TETFund to focus funds on fixing existing schools. A bold move — but will “quality over quantity” really work?

🚆 Abuja–Kaduna Train Derails

A Kaduna-bound train derailed on Aug 26, sparking safety concerns. Investigations are ongoing, with authorities promising tighter oversight of the busy corridor.

🏗 Lafarge Goes Green with EcoCrete

Lafarge Africa just launched EcoCrete — Nigeria’s first low-carbon ready-mix concrete. It’s a big step for sustainable building in an industry that guzzles emissions.

📈 Oil Output Hits 6-Month High

July saw Nigeria’s crude output climb to its highest level in half a year, signaling recovery momentum for the oil sector.

⚡ Quick Pulse: What to Watch

🌟 Editorial feature: Gehgeh: From Viral Clips to a $30,000 Live Session

If you’ve been anywhere near Nigerian TikTok recently, you’ve probably stumbled across Gehgeh — the breakout star who just shocked everyone by reportedly earning $30,000 in a single live session. Yes, you read that right. A regular TikTok live, not a concert, not an endorsement deal — $30k streaming from her phone.

But Gehgeh’s rise isn’t overnight magic. She carved her lane with raw energy, unfiltered personality, and a bold style that cuts through the endless sea of TikTok content. While many are busy chasing trends, Gehgeh turned herself into the trend. That’s the secret.

Her rise also tells us something bigger about where Nigerian entertainment is heading. Social media is no longer a “backup plan” for fame — it is the main stage. And Gehgeh’s bag proves it. Influencers today are commanding what upcoming musicians, comedians, and even some Nollywood actors are still dreaming of.

Of course, with money this loud comes criticism. Some people are questioning whether the hype will last, others are hating on the “easy money.” But let’s be honest — Gehgeh represents the shift. She’s not just earning; she’s showing a whole generation that the digital hustle can pay off, big time.

So, whether you love her or not, one thing’s clear: Gehgeh’s name just went from TikTok noise to serious business, and the Nigerian entertainment scene will never look at “content creators” the same way again.

📝 Bottom Line

It’s a week of contrasts: bold moves in education and energy, hopeful innovations in tech and sustainability — but also chilling reminders of healthcare crises and shaky infrastructure. Nigeria’s story, as always, is one of survival, hustle, and hope.