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”My BP is 157, it is a mad person that lies that they are sick” – Halima Abubakar tearfully solicits help over struggle to make ends meet
Popular Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has appealed for financial assistance as she struggles to make ends meet. In a distressing video shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday, the actress appeared visibly unwell and frail. Expressing her difficulties since her suspension from Nollywood, Halima accused her colleagues and former best friend of betrayal while seeking support from her followers. “People are confused about what is happening. I’m not feeling fine up till now; I’m just good at being strong. I’m just pretending as if I’m okay. This is the real me because every day you see me post pictures with…
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Ned Nwoko not father of my child – Actress, Chika Ike clarifies
Nollywood actress Chika Ike has responded to speculation that Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, is the father of her child. There were rumors on social media after the actress shared maternity photos on Instagram, announcing the birth of her baby. Some claimed she was set to become the senator’s seventh wife. However, the actress dismissed the rumors, stating that Ned Nwoko is not the father of her child. She also emphasized that she has no intention of becoming any man’s seventh wife. “Ned isn’t the father of my child and whoever name you…
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”All this evil thing wey dey happen to me, na spiritual attack. Make Ogun State government forgive me” – Portable reacts as Police declare him wanted
Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, has spoken out after being declared wanted by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly assaulting government officials on duty. Earlier, the police issued a statement announcing the singer as wanted. In response, Portable took to his Instagram story to deny the allegations, clarifying that he is not involved in any murder case. He further described the police’s actions as an attack against him. “I didn’t kill anybody. If anything happens to me, there will be trouble. They should post the evidence of where I fought them at my bar. They are evil…
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”Such trivial matters cannot be the focus of the state government” – Soludo’s govt. denies authorising the arrest of women not wearing underwear
The Anambra State government has dismissed claims that it authorized security agencies to arrest women seen in public without bras or panties. A viral video on Sunday, February 16, showed a town crier in Abagana, Njikoka LGA, announcing that women without underwear would be arrested, allegedly on the orders of Governor Soludo. However, the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Mazi Ejimofor Opara, clarified that no such directive came from the state government. He released a statement on Monday, Feb. 17, that reads: “The trending announcement by the town crier in Abagana, Njikoka LGA, wherein the announcer stated that…
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Police declares singer Portable wanted for allegedly assaulting Ogun govt officials
The Ogun State Police Command has declared singer Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, known as “Portable,” wanted for allegedly attacking government officials on duty. According to a statement by police spokesperson SP Omolola Odutola, the incident occurred on February 5, 2025, when officials from the Ogun State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development were conducting an enforcement exercise in Ota. During the exercise at Odogwu Bar, they encountered an elderly man, later identified as Portable’s father, who informed them that his son was unavailable when asked for an approved building plan. ‘’However, moments later, Portable, armed with a firearm and other…
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Dangote refinery biggest risk of my life. If it didn’t work, I was dead – Dangote
Billionaire Aliko Dangote has called his $23 billion Dangote Refinery the “biggest risk” of his life, emphasizing the challenges he faced in bringing the project to reality. In an exclusive interview with Forbes on February 17, Dangote admitted that failure was not an option. “If this didn’t work, I was dead,” he said. Despite its massive 650,000 barrels-per-day capacity, making it Africa’s largest refinery, the journey was marked by financial, regulatory, and supply chain difficulties. Dangote stressed the need for Africa’s self-reliance in industrialization, rejecting dependence on foreign investments. He described the refinery as a crucial step toward refining Africa’s…
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BREAKING: Niger Delta Forum leader, Edwin Clark dies at 97
Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) leader, Edwin Clark, has passed away at the age of 97. DAILY POST reports that the elder statesman’s death was confirmed in a statement on Tuesday by a family representative, Prof. C. C. Clark. Clark, a former Federal Commissioner for Information and prominent South-South leader, passed away just three days after the death of Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, who was 96. The statement read, “The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce the passing of Chief (Dr.) Sen. Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON, on Monday, 17th February 2025. “The family…
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If you believe in gender equality, please stay single and leave men to marry women who submit to them – Kenyan Banker advises women
A former Kenyan banker, Neema Shiqs, has advised women who believe in gender equality to stay single. “Marriage is not for every woman. If you’re too big to respect a man leave marriage alone. If you still believe in gender equality aunty please stay single. If you are not submissive kindly stay at your home. In marriage, a man and a woman will never be the same even if the woman has more money,” she wrote in a Facebook post on Monday.
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‘There is no doubt that it is disrespectful to Nigeria but you have to respect yourself first” – Sen Ali Ndume on Canada denying the Chief of Defence Staff visa
Senator Ali Ndume has responded to reports that the Canadian Embassy denied visas to Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa and other senior military officials. Last week, General Musa disclosed that while some in his group received visas to attend a Canadian event honoring war veterans, his application and several others were rejected, leaving them stranded. The decision sparked controversy: National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu harshly criticized the embassy, while former National Human Rights Commission Chairman Chidi Odinkalu condemned both the military leadership and Ribadu, noting that Musa’s delegation included 70 visa applicants. Reacting to the report, Ndume who…
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‘I was shot six times’ – Charles Okocha recounts near-death experience
Nollywood actor Charles Okocha, popularly known as Igwe 2Pac, has shared details about a near-fatal incident he experienced. During a recent episode of Curiosity Made Me Ask, the comedian recounted that he was shot six times—and miraculously survived. Okocha explained that one of the bullets pierced his stomach, entering on one side and exiting on the other. “Is it true that you were shot six times?,” the host, Bae U Barbie asked Stripping himself to show off scars of the bullet wounds, Okocha said, “I want the whole wide world to see my scars. Six shots. One of the bullets…
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Regina Daniels deactivates Instagram account following rumors that her husband fathered a child with Chika Ike
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has deactivated her Instagram account amid circulating rumors that her husband, billionaire Ned Nwoko, has fathered a child with Chika Ike. Social media buzz suggested that Chika Ike who recently revealed the birth of her baby through maternity photos on Instagram may be moving into Ned’s mansion. Amid these speculations, Regina, who had been inactive online since the baby’s birth, deactivated her account on Monday. The rumors have reportedly taken a toll on the actress and her billionaire husband, hinting at marital strife At the time of this report, the couple has yet to comment on…
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“My tummy no longer perfect” – Omotola Jalade reveals after gallbladder surgery
Renowned Nigerian actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has opened up about how a recent emergency surgery impacted her confidence. In a post shared on her Instagram page on Saturday, the actress reflected on her experience. Omotola disclosed her struggle with a life-threatening illness. Accompanying a video, she shared how undergoing an emergency gallbladder removal surgery left her with scars. Speaking about her self-consciousness during the video, she said “my tummy is no longer perfect”. “Late last 2024, I had emergency surgery. My tummy is one of the best parts of my body but it is not so perfect now. “During this shoot,…
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