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“I am in pain, Judy Austin wants to kill me” – Estranged husband, Obasi cries out
Emmanuel Obasi, the former husband of Judy Austin, Yul Edochie’s second wife, has alleged that she attempted to take his life. In a widely circulated video on social media, Obasi pleaded for public assistance, expressing deep concern for the safety of his children, whom he claims he hasn’t seen in over a decade. He further alleged that he recently uncovered plans by Judy to secretly harm him, which prompted his decision to speak out and seek help. “I’m making this video because I’m in pain. I didn’t see the reason I will marry someone legally and God bless us with…
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Buhari: His death brings into focus the need to develop our healthcare delivery and facilities – Catholic Archbishop to Nigerian govt
The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Alfred Adewale Martins, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s healthcare system following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari in a London hospital. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Archbishop Martins extended condolences to Buhari’s family and Nigerians, while criticizing the country’s heavy dependence on foreign medical care. He highlighted the irony of Buhari’s death abroad, recalling similar circumstances surrounding the death of former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua in 2010. The Archbishop also referenced former First Lady Aisha Buhari’s past criticisms of the State House Clinic’s poor condition, calling it a national embarrassment. He…
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Former President, Buhari’s remains reaches his Daura home
The body of former President Muhammadu Buhari has been brought to his hometown of Daura in Katsina State, where he will be laid to rest. His remains arrived in Nigeria from the United Kingdom on Tuesday and were received at the Katsina International Airport by President Bola Tinubu. Also present in Katsina is the Prime Minister of the Republic of Niger, Ali Lamine Zeine, who arrived to pay his final respects. Zeine is the first foreign dignitary to arrive for the funeral, underscoring the strong ties between the two nations and his personal connection with the late Nigerian leader. Buhari,…
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“The last of the three Mahdis has fallen”– Fani-Kayode pays tribute to late Former President Buhari
Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has paid tribute to late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died in a London hospital after battling an undisclosed illness. In his statement, Fani-Kayode described Buhari as “the last of the three great Mahdis,” placing him alongside Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio and Sir Ahmadu Bello, two revered northern leaders. He noted that all three were admired for their dedication to faith, justice, and resistance to oppression. Fani-Kayode also questioned who in northern politics could fill the void left by Buhari’s passing. Fani-Kayode wrote on X: “With yesterdays tragic passing it is clear that the last…
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ADC: We must come together to unseat the present administration, save our country – Former Jigawa Governor, Sule Lamido
Former Jigawa State governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has declared his support for the opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that the move is aimed at saving Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at a PDP empowerment programme in Dutse, Lamido said his decision was driven by growing concerns over the misuse of power, suppression of opposition voices, and the erosion of democratic principles under the APC-led government. He praised PDP lawmakers from Jigawa for upholding the party’s ideals. Meanwhile, Senator Mustapha Khabeeb noted that over 3,000 people benefited from the empowerment initiative. Our coming together under the African Democratic Congress…
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Buhari did his best – Former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar says Ministers didn’t do enough
Former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has stated that many officials who served under the late President Muhammadu Buhari did not live up to the expectations he had of them. Speaking in London following Buhari’s passing after a brief illness, Abdulsalami described the former president as a sincere and trustworthy leader whose legacy will remain a significant part of Nigeria’s history. “During his democratic tenure, he tried his best to fight corruption again,” he said. “Unfortunately, most of the officers who served with him were found wanting. They didn’t do as much as he expected of them,” he…
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It’s very sad that we are even having a conversation about mourning a person who left this country broken – Sowore says he doesn’t miss late fmr President Buhari
Activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has criticized the late Muhammadu Buhari, stating that he violated human rights both as a military Head of State and as a democratically elected President. Reacting to Buhari’s death on Sunday in London at the age of 82, Sowore accused the former president of denying thousands of Nigerians their most fundamental right — the right to life. It’s very sad that we are even having a conversation about mourning a person who left this country broken. Did everything he could. He destroyed human rights, he destroyed the economy. He destroyed the dignity of a person…
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Buhari’s nephew, Mamman Daura admitted in London hospital amid news of ex-president’s death
Mamman Daura, nephew of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has reportedly been hospitalized in London due to illness. According to a statement from the Office of the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Daura is currently receiving treatment and recovering at an undisclosed medical facility. The vice president, who is currently in London, visited the Buhari family as part of efforts to coordinate the return of the former president’s body to Nigeria. The statement by Shettima’s spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha reads: “The Vice President also visited the late President’s nephew, Malam Mamman Daura, who is recuperating in a London hospital.”
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”Judy did not use juju on Yul, she only treated him as a king and lord” – Uche Maduagwu says
Controversial actor Uche Maduagwu has defended Judy Austin, the current wife of Yul Edochie, dismissing allegations that she used charms to win the actor’s heart. Maduagwu claimed Yul’s love for Judy stems from the admiration and respect she gives him, something he suggests was missing in his previous marriage to May Edochie. He argued that many marriages fail because women stop treating their husbands with the same reverence they did before marriage, choosing instead to view them as equals rather than “kings” or “lords,” as expected in traditional and Biblical settings. While Maduagwu clarified that he does not condone Judy’s…
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FG declares Tuesday Public Holiday in honor of late former President Muhammadu Buhari
The federal government has declared Tuesday, July 15, a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at a clinic in London, United Kingdom. This holiday comes in addition to the seven-day national mourning period earlier announced by President Bola Tinubu. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement in a statement issued on Monday through the ministry’s permanent secretary, Magdalene Ajani. He stated that the public holiday is a mark of respect for Buhari’s contributions to Nigeria’s democracy and national development. “President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and a…
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Vice president Kashim Shettima arrives London to accompany Buhari’s body to Nigeria
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in London, accompanied by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila. The Vice President proceeded to London on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the passing of former President Buhari The Vice President will accompany former President Buhari’s body to Nigeria for burial in Daura, Katsina State. Former President Buhari passed away in London as confirmed by his former aide, Garba Shehu
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Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari dies in London Clinic at 82, aide confirms
Nigeria’s former strongman and president Muhammadu Buhari has died at a clinic in London, one of his aides said Sunday. He was 82. Mr Buhari died on Sunday at a London hospital, his spokesperson said. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin,” Garba Shehu wrote on X.
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