Nigerian media personality and Nollywood actress Toke Makinwa has expressed her belief in dating within one's financial bracket. According to Naija News, she advocates for individuals to consider their partner's financial status, emphasizing the importance of being with someone who is financially successful.

Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, a 42-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a United States District Court in Tacoma, Washington, for his role in an online romance scam that defrauded victims of over $3.5 million.

Nollywood actress Toke Makinwa has responded to claims that modern Nigerian women are materialistic and primarily seek financial benefits in relationships. During an episode of the MENtality podcast, she argued that romantic relationships have historically been transactional and suggested that Nigerian men often provide little beyond financial support.

Primate Ayodele has responded to allegations of defamation made by Kwankwaso, stating that his statements are based on divine inspiration. He also cautioned against individuals who manipulate his videos for personal or political gain. The remarks were made in a recent communication, emphasizing his commitment to speaking only what he believes is conveyed by God.

Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has criticized individuals who pursue romantic relationships for financial gain, claiming this trend transforms love and marriage into deception. His comments, made during an interview, have ignited discussions on social media regarding the motivations behind relationships and the implications of financial interests in romantic engagements.

Punch's morning recap rounds up major Nigerian stories, including former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai demanding N10 billion from Defence Minister Christopher Musa, the federal government tightening foreign travel rules, and NAFDAC blaming Chinese dealers for the circulation of fake goods in Nigeria. The recap also covers concerns over student loan risks and protests in Sokoto State, according to the newspaper's roundup of the day's top headlines.