Welcome To Sandra Spicy Blog: September 2026

Monday, September 21, 2026

Lagos orders evacuation of residents in flood-prone areas (see list)

The Lagos State Government has ordered residents living in13 flood-prone and low-lying communities to relocate to higher ground following a fresh seven-day flood alert issued by the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA).

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, Oluremi, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante” .

A 22-year-old woman, Nwachukwu Chidubem Blessing, has been arrested by the Anambra State Police Command over an alleged plan to stage her own k!dnapping and collect ransom from her family.

Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has replaced injured Victor Osimhen with Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau this Friday and Tuesday next week.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates Yusuf, Bells and Chimsom Chuka have been evicted from the reality show as the race for the ₦160 million grand prize intensifies.

TOPIC: Remain Under His Covering (2) [21 Monday,September 2026]

MEMORISE: For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish: – 2 Corinthians 2:15 (KJV)

Aso ebi Friday: Beautiful and Classy Aso ebi Lookbook

Hello lovelies, Fashion designers are doing a very awesome job by pushing themselves to create wonderful styles that we just love every time.

The Federal Government has begun a six-week review of Nigeria’s new tax laws to identify implementation gaps, address unintended consequences and consider concerns raised by businesses and other stakeholders.

Big Brother Naija winner Phyna has responded to Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday after the actress called her a nuisance on Instagram.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Ann, to 25 years imprisonment for smuggling 5.75 kg of her0in into Nigeria.

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has called out Phyna over the reality star’s repeated public clashes with people online

TOPIC: Permeating Anointing [ 18 Friday, September 2026]

MEMORISE: The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands. – Psalm 138:8 (KJV)

Fatherhood changed my perspective on life – Kunle Remi

Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has revealed how becoming a father changed his perspective on life and influenced his approach to some aspects of his career.

Gulf diplomats and Iranian officials were set to meet Monday to discuss an Omani plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz to regular tanker traffic, a conversation scheduled without the participation of the United States.

Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 kidnapped civilians during a swift operation against armed terrorists in Katsina State.

Mr Macaroni says he is not convinced that Nigeria’s political space is one he wants to enter, pointing to the way some respected figures have changed after getting involved in politics.

The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals, University College Hospital, Ibadan chapter, has commenced an indefinite strike over the alleged refusal of the hospital management to implement the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s recommendation on the disciplinary case involving the Director of Pharmaceutical Services, Dr Adeyinka Ishola

A Paris court on Tuesday, September 15, awarded 1 euro ($1.15) to Kim Kardashian for having been the victim of an armed robbery in the French capital in 2016.

Veteran actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has passed away at the age of 84.

Some traders in Lagos have staged a protest against the alleged involvement of Chinese nationals in retail trading, claiming the development is affecting the survival of local businesses.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described All Progressives Congress, APC, governors as “politically lazy”

TOPIC: Divine Redirection [ 16 Wednesday, September 2026]

MEMORISE: To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. – Luke 1:79 (KJV)

Basketmouth reflects on his journey as he celebrates his birthday

Nigerian comedian Basketmouth is a year older today.

At least nine passengers were k!lled when gunmen opened fire on a commercial bus at Dungus Junction in Kuru community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has characterized President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms as destructive to local employment and private sector sustainability.

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) has said the acquittal of former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke by a United Kingdom court should not bring an end to corruption investigations and asset-recovery proceedings involving her in Nigeria.

Nigerian dancer Iweh Odinaka, better known as Poco Lee, has spoken out for the first time about the sexual offence case he is facing in a UK court, saying he is innocent.

Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has said the average Nigerian can survive on about N3,000 a day, pointing to the prices of basic food items as part of his argument.

Nollywood actor and former lawmaker, Desmond Elliot, has publicly apologized to his political mentor and Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, following months of political friction that fractured their long-standing relationship. In a video circulating widely on social media.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has announced that from next week, people found buying goods from traders operating illegally on roads, medians, setbacks, walkways and other unauthorised public spaces will be arrested and prosecuted.

Abi and Araga have been evicted from the Big Brother Naija Season 11 house on Sunday 13th leaving 14 contestants in the competition.

TOPIC: Pride Comes Before A Fall (2) [ 14 Monday, September 2026]

MEMORISE: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. – Luke 14:11 (KJV)

National Assembly suspends official visits to South Africa

The National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and directed its members and officials to boycott legislative activities hosted or organised by South African authorities until further notice.

Hey my beauties, It’s that time of the year where parties are very rampant in Lagos and trust us, you don’t want to turn up looking just ordinary.

Nollywood couple Stan Nze and Blessing Obasi are celebrating five years of marriage in a special way by renewing their wedding vows.

A 53-year-old Lagos resident, Nelly Monday, has been sentenced to one month in prison for illegally dumping waste into a public drainage channel during a downpour.

Renowned media mogul and filmmaker Mo Abudu is grateful to God as she celebrates her 62nd birthday today.

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have arrested a suspected terrorist kingpin and two members of his syndicate, while also apprehending an ammunition courier and a suspected terrorist logistics supplier in separate operations across Kaduna State.

The military said troops of Sector 1 conducted a clearance operation at Dabar Dabo, a known terrorist hideout in Kubau Local Government Area, in the early hours of September 9. The operation led to the arrest of the suspected kingpin and two other members of his syndicate, who are now in military custody for further investigation.

In another operation on the same day, troops acting on intelligence intercepted a 50-year-old woman allegedly transporting ammunition in Igabi Local Government Area. The suspect was reportedly found with 300 rounds of ammunition concealed in a bag. Preliminary investigation by the military indicated that she had travelled from Zamfara to Lafia to collect the ammunition for onward delivery to terrorists in Birnin Gwari.

Later that day, troops working with a community vigilante group also arrested a suspected terrorist logistics supplier in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. Four communication devices allegedly used by terrorists were recovered from the suspect during interrogation and a search.

The Joint Task Force said the operations were part of efforts to disrupt terrorist networks and prevent the movement of arms, ammunition and other logistics within the North-West. It urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies.

“I wouldn’t have married my wife if she were SS or AS” — Adekunle Gold speaks on genotype compatibility

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has opened up about the importance of genotype compatibility when choosing a partner.

The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has urged African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar to abandon his 2027 presidential ambition and support the NDC.

The FFF is aligning itself with the position of other European federations such as Belgium, Italy, Scotland, Sweden and Wales, who have also publicly withdrawn support for Infantino.

TOPIC: Never Give Up (1) [11 Friday, September 2026]

MEMORISE: For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off. – Proverbs 23:18 (KJV)

FG moves academic certificate verification online

The Federal Government has moved the evaluation and authentication of academic certificates online, ending the need for applicants to visit the Federal Ministry of Education physically.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo, SAN, has condemned the blockade of Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi by protesters in Benue State, describing the incident as unacceptable in a democracy.

Filmmaker and actor Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele d’Icon, is celebrating a new record as his movie series Koleoso has reached 141.6 million combined views on YouTube across 13 parts

Petrol prices remain high at filling stations across Nigeria despite a significant drop in depot prices, raising fresh questions over potential profiteering between wholesale loading points and retail outlets.

Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has declared that he will not actively campaign or plead to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or award.

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday ahead of Barcelona's UEFA Champions League clash against Feyenoord, the teenager stated that voters and fans are entitled to their opinions and that individual accolades lie outside his control.

“I don’t think I need to campaign for the Ballon D’Or. Everyone is entitled to think whatever they want,” Yamal said.

“I’m not here to campaign, and I’m not going to beg for anything. That’s your job. It’s not on me.” Yamal emphasized his pride in his performances for both club and country over the past year, attributing any potential recognition to overall team success.

“Winning the Ballon d’Or does not depend on me,” he noted. “The work we’ve done with Barça and the national team has been unbelievable. I’ll be grateful to my teammates at Barça and with the national team if I win it, of course.”

The 2026 Ballon d’Or presentation will take place in London on October 26.

You can come back with your expired passports, NIS tells Nigerians abroad

The Nigeria Immigration Service NIS has explained that Nigerians in the diaspora do not need a valid passport to travel home, as expired passports can still be used for the journey and renewed once the holder is back in the country.

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