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Naira Marley, Sam Larry remanded for 21 days
Azeez Fashola, widely recognized as Naira Marley, and Lagos socialite Balogun Eletu, also known as Sam Larry, have been ordered to be held in custody for 21 days by a magistrate court in the Yaba area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Police Command had requested a 30-day remand for Fashola and his associates to conclude their ongoing investigation, but Magistrate Adeola Olatunbosun determined that a 21-day remand was appropriate.
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Do the proper thing – Mohbad’s father calls for DNA test on his Grandson
Mr. Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian rapper, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, has requested a DNA test to confirm the paternity of his grandson. Recalling the ongoing debate in Nigeria regarding the need for a DNA test on the late rapper’s son, Liam, to establish his true parentage, Mr. Aloba emphasized the necessity of conducting a DNA test on the five-month-old son. Some have argued for the test due to allegations of infidelity by Mohbad’s wife, while others have found such requests to be insensitive. In a recent interview with BBC Pidgin, Mohbad’s father echoed…
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Mohbad: Naira Marley taken into custody by Lagos state police
The music artist known as Azeez Fashola, popularly called Naira Marley, has been apprehended for questioning and further investigations regarding the demise of his former artist, Mohbad. This was confirmed by Lagos State Police Command PRO, SP Benjamin Hundeyin via his X handle. “Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley has been taken into custody for interrogation and other investigation activities…#justice4Mohbad #justiceforMohbad,” he wrote The Marlian Music boss had on Tuesday announced via his verified X handle that he had returned to Nigeria. He wrote, “I’d like to share that I’ve just arrived back in Lagos, Nigeria to assist the authorities with…
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“Banky W who initiated my cancel culture is now a pastor” Samklef accuses Banky of being silent on Mohbad’s bullying because he is equally guilty
Samklef has alleged that Banky W bullied him in the past which is why the latter cannot condemn those who bullied Mohbad before his death. Samklef made this allegation in a series of tweets, where he also called on his colleagues in the music industry to speak out about their struggles. The music producer said Banky W “initiated” a move to cancel him in 2012. He claimed the Mr Capable singer did this together with one of his friends in Sound City. He added that the reason Banky can’t condemn Naira Marley and Sam Larry after both were accused of…
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”If God is your president, you’ll be so uncomfortable with life” – Cleric, Mensa Otabil tells Nigerians
Mensa Otabil, the General Overseer of the International Central Gospel Church, expressed the belief that if God were the president of Nigeria, a significant number of Nigerians would struggle to endure. This statement was shared during the Platform event on Monday, October 2. According to him; “God is not your president; you just have to pray, because if God is your president, you’ll be so uncomfortable with life. If God was president of Nigeria, most of us would not survive,” Otabil stated. “So, how does God behave as president of a nation? Well, check Israel. When he was president before…
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Reality TV star, Maria Chike welcomes first child with her partner
Ex-Big Brother Naija participant, Maria Chike, and her partner have celebrated the birth of their firat child. Taking to her Instagram page on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the reality TV personality shared the news of their child’s arrival. She joyfully revealed that their son, named Leonardo AmaraNna Anene, was born on October 1. She wrote, ” Leonardo AmaraNna Anene 01/10/2023. “I just want to say Thank you God. My heart is so full and grateful. I’ve found the light in me that I couldn’t find all these years. Thank you for choosing us as your parents.”
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I missed five or six big shows over saga with Nigerian Police. Nigeria wanted my life to be ended – Seun Kuti
Afrobeats artist Seun Kuti, widely known in the Afrobeats music scene, accused Nigerians of nearly jeopardizing his career after the clash he had with a police officer. Seun was brought before the Lagos State magistrate’s court and confined at the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, in Panti, Yaba. The charges were related to an alleged assault on a police officer that took place on Third Mainland Bridge in May 2023. In a video that went viral on the internet, Seun was seen slapping a police officer after a heated argument, prompted by his desire to protect himself and his family.…
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“In the history of dragging .. this is the first time I cried and it touched me” – Phyna reacts to rumors that her father allegedly accused her of neglecting them after she won the reality TV show
Josephina ‘Phyna’ Otabor, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 7, has spoken out in response to her father’s allegations of her neglecting her family after winning N100 million from the reality show. According to an interview with Vanguard, Mr. Felix Otabor, Phyna’s father, expressed that the reality star no longer answers their calls and they haven’t seen her since she was declared the season 7 winner in 2022. He further mentioned that after her victory, they believed their hardships would be alleviated, but she vanished thereafter. Reacting to this, she wrote; “In the history of dragging .. this is…
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I have been approached in Nigeria and overseas to peddle drugs – comedian Okey Bakassi
Comedian Okey Bakassi revealed that both in Nigeria and abroad, he has encountered drug traffickers attempting to involve him in their illicit activities. He made this known during an interview on Channels TV, on September 30. He recounted being enticed by fraudsters and drug dealers when he initially arrived in Lagos as a young man. In the realm of entertainment, he highlighted how individuals are often propositioned to participate in drug trafficking. He shared his experiences of being showered with gifts and subsequently approached in hotels, where these individuals initiate discussions about drug-related endeavors, showcasing the profitability through references to…
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Mandela’s granddaughter made a list of those she didn’t want at her funeral, including her husband and relatives who abused her
Zoleka Mandela, Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter, created a pre-death list outlining individuals prohibited from attending her funeral, and this list has been revealed to the public. Among those listed is her former spouse and father of two of her children, Thierry Bashala. Despite her passing, Bashala had expressed his condolences for her on Instagram.
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It was an artistic pursuit – Brymo speaks on sexual advances towards Simi for a collaboration
Singer, Ọlawale Ọlọfọrọ, popularly known as Brymo, has justified his request for a sexual relationship in exchange for collaboration with his female colleague, Simisola Kosoko, commonly referred to as Simi. Recalling the incident, Brymo had sparked controversy by sharing an audio clip on his social media, where he mentioned he declined to collaborate with Simi due to her refusal to engage in a sexual relationship with him. This revelation didn’t sit well with Simi’s husband, singer Adekunle Gold, who issued a warning for Brymo to “stay away” from his wife and cease “disrespecting” his family. In a recent interview with…
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‘I will send you back to prison’ – Iyabo Ojo threatens Kemi Olunloyo for calling her out over live video she made when purchasing a casket for Mohbad
Renowned Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has issued a strong warning to the controversial Nigerian journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, stating her intent to have Olunloyo imprisoned once again. During an Instagram live session on Thursday, Iyabo Ojo, accompanied by actress Tonto Dike, visited Ebony Vaults, a popular funeral home in Lagos, to choose a casket and finalize arrangements for the late singer Mohbad’s dignified burial. In a video now widely circulating on social media, Iyabo Ojo emphasized, “We are still demanding justice for Mohbad. Meanwhile, we need to organize proper burial arrangements for him.” Responding to the video, Kemi Olunloyo expressed her…
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