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âI wonder whether a doctor prescribed âPresidencyâ for him and if he doesnât become President something will happen to himâ – Wikeâs aide, Olayinka to Atiku
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for what he described as an unhealthy obsession with becoming Nigeriaâs President. Speaking on Channels Televisionâs Sunrise Daily on Thursday, Olayinka was reacting to Atikuâs recent resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku had announced his exit from the PDP on Wednesday, citing concerns over the direction the party is heading. âThe only thing that interests Atiku Abubakar is to become Nigeriaâs President. Iâm beginning to wonder whether a doctor prescribed âPresidencyâ for him, and if…
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âOur party has been hijacked by antidemocratic forcesâ – Dele Momodu says as he dumps PDP for ADC
Ovation Magazine publisher, Dele Momodu, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a letter dated July 17, 2025, addressed to the PDP chairman in Ihievbe Ward 4, Edo State, Momodu cited the partyâs takeover by âanti-democratic forcesâ as his reason for leaving. He announced his alignment with the ADC-led opposition coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu and the APC in the 2027 elections. Momodu said, âI wish to inform you of my decision to resign from our political party, PDP, with immediate effect. âMy reason is simple and straightforward. Our…
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Actor Van Vicker celebrates as daughter graduates with law degree
Veteran Ghanaian actor Van Vicker is celebrating a proud fatherhood moment as his daughter has officially earned her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. Sharing the joyful news on Instagram, Van Vicker posted a photo with his daughter in her graduation gown, expressing deep pride and gratitude. He praised her determination and resilience, acknowledging how challenging it is to stay committed in todayâs world. âCongratulations to you, J, my LLB senior. Continue to soar. I love you,â he wrote, also thanking God for her academic success.
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“Your father was the best president”- Nigerians shower prayers on son of late former President Umar Musa Yarâadua as he ties the knot
Nigerians on TikTok are pouring out love and blessings for the son of the late former President Umaru Musa Yarâadua and his new bride. Musa Umaru Musa Yarâadua recently tied the knot with Maryam Shuiab in a multi-day celebration that concluded with a Nikkah ceremony over the weekend. As wedding photos and videos circulated online, people from across the country flooded the comment sections with prayers and kind words. Many praised the late Yarâadua as Nigeriaâs “best President” and wished the newlyweds a joyful union, citing the goodwill his legacy continues to inspire.
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BBNaija announces date for season 10 edition, winner to take home N150m
The organisers of Big Brother Naija have announced that the new season will premiere on July 26 and 27, 2025. This yearâs edition comes with a record-breaking grand prize of âŠ150 million, the highest in the showâs history since it debuted in 2006. According to MultiChoice Nigeria, the 2025 season will once again be hosted by long-time presenter, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Last yearâs edition, themed No Loose Guard, introduced a twist where housemates initially competed in pairs before being unpaired. Kellyrae made history as the first married housemate to win the show, taking home âŠ100 million. Organisers also revealed that physical…
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”I can’t speak good english, they want to embarrass me” – Actor Lege Miami says CNN invited him for an interview
Nollywood actor, Lege Miami, has accused the Cable News Network, CNN, of planning to disgrace him. Lege made the accusati in a recent video shared on his Instagram page. Speaking in the trending video, the actor, who has difficulty speaking English, stated that CNN purposely invited him to embarrass him. While informing the public about the recent invite, he said âI ran away. All Nigerians, guess what. CNN news invite me for an interview, I ran away. âThey want to disgrace me, they want to embarrass me. I canât speak good English oooo.â
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”Whatâs going on with our drugs?” – Actress, Mary Remmy Njoku calls out NAFDAC, shares experience
Nollywood actress and producer Mary Remmy Njoku has raised alarm over the effectiveness of medications sold in Nigeria, following a recent case of food poisoning she experienced on a movie set. In an Instagram post, Njoku revealed that she took Imodium, an anti-diarrheal medication, from a well-known Nigerian pharmacy for three days without improvement. However, after taking the same drug sourced from abroad by her husband, she felt better almost immediately. She called on NAFDAC to urgently investigate the possibility of counterfeit or substandard drugs in circulation. She said, âI want to share a recent experience: I had food poisoning…
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Breaking: Atiku resigns from PDP (photo)
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing concerns over the partyâs current direction. He based his decision on what he described as the “trajectory” the PDP has taken, which no longer aligns with his political vision. Atiku is now actively involved as a prominent figure in the emerging opposition coalition.
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âI am in pain, Judy Austin wants to kill meâ â Estranged husband, Obasi cries out
Emmanuel Obasi, the former husband of Judy Austin, Yul Edochieâs 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 hasnât 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. âIâm making this video because Iâm in pain. I didnât 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 Nigeriaâs 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 Buhariâs family and Nigerians, while criticizing the countryâs heavy dependence on foreign medical care. He highlighted the irony of Buhariâs death abroad, recalling similar circumstances surrounding the death of former President Umaru Musa YarâAdua in 2010. The Archbishop also referenced former First Lady Aisha Buhariâs past criticisms of the State House Clinicâs poor condition, calling it a national embarrassment. He…
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Former President, Buhariâs 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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âThe last of the three Mahdis has fallenââ 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 âthe last of the three great Mahdis,â 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 Buhariâs passing. Fani-Kayode wrote on X: âWith yesterdays tragic passing it is clear that the last…
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