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I begged my girlfriend to stay after she cheated on me – Singer L.A.X
Nigerian singer Damilola Afolabi, popularly known as L.A.X, has opened up about a time he pleaded with his girlfriend to stay despite her infidelity. In a heartfelt conversation with Chude Jideonwo, L.A.X recalled discovering that his girlfriend had cheated on him after she returned home intoxicated. Checking her phone confirmed his suspicions. When he confronted her, she insisted that the person she was involved with was just a friend. Instead of reprimanding her for the betrayal, he found himself begging her not to leave the relationship. I was dating this girl, she came in drunk and I held her to…
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We may be a poor country but we are capable and won’t beg anyone – Minister, Ali Pate
Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, has affirmed that the country can sustain its healthcare system despite the withdrawal of USAID support. Meanwhile, Elon Musk, head of President Donald Trump’s newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has criticized USAID, calling it corrupt and ideologically biased. U.S. Congressman Scott Perry also alleged that the agency has misallocated funds, including claims of financing terrorist groups. Speaking with Channels Television, Pate emphasized that Nigeria would rely on its own resources and would not seek external aid. “We may be a poor country, but we are a capable country,…
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Tuface’s Family Reports Him “Missing,” Seeks DSS Intervention
The Idibia family has called on the DSS to help locate Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as Tuface or Tubaba, claiming he is missing. According to the family, Tuface left home in lounge wear on February 10 without his bodyguard, and they initially assumed he was taking a short walk. However, he has not returned since then. Adding to their concerns, some of his friends have reportedly received messages from him requesting financial assistance—an unusual occurrence, as the family insists Tuface is financially stable and has no reason to beg. They also noted that he is usually dedicated…
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Valentine’s Day: Making of money cakes, money bouquets are all criminal offences – Lawyer Stan Alieke tell say Nigerians
Abuja-based lawyer Stan Alieke has cautioned that creating money cakes, money flowers, or money bouquets is a criminal offense, carrying a minimum jail term of six months. He shared this in a post via his instastory.
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Yahoo boys now involved in ritual killings, kidnapping, banditry – EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has raised concerns over the growing criminal activities of internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo boys, warning that they have expanded beyond online scams into more dangerous crimes, including kidnapping, ritual killings, and arms trafficking. Speaking on February 13, 2025, at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, Olukoyede revealed that Nigeria lost over $500 million to internet fraud in a year. He also emphasized the commission’s internal anti-corruption efforts, stating that 27 staff members had been dismissed over corruption allegations. He called on the media to support the fight against corruption through investigative journalism, urging them…
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(video): The beads you put on his hand and on his neck, remove them and free him – Tuface’s mother tells Lawmaker, Natasha
Rose Idibia, mother of Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has urged Nigerians to appeal to Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawuru to distance herself from her son. In a viral video on Thursday night, she claimed that 2Face might not be in his right state of mind and asked the lawmaker to remove the “beads” she had placed on his hand and neck. This comes amid reports of 2Face’s public marriage proposal to Natasha, just days after announcing his divorce from Annie Idibia. Addressing the controversy, Mrs. Idibia suggested that her son’s current actions are influenced by…
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I slept with 12 men daily- 14-year-old sex worker rescued in Ogun says
A 14-year-old survivor of sex trafficking in Ogun State’s Ifo Local Government Area revealed she was forced to sleep with 10 to 12 men daily while held captive. The victim trafficked from Akwa Ibom State on January 29, 2024, was rescued during a raid by the Ogun State Amotekun Corps on February 12. The operation led to the arrest of 15 suspected sex workers and their boss, Idem Joy, at the Railway Line Hotel in Ifo. Items recovered included N819,600, drugs, condoms, energy enhancers, and lubricants. The victims, aged 12 to 39, were allegedly trafficked from Akwa Ibom, Cross River,…
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“They can go to hell”- Nuhu Ribadu blasts Canada for denying military chiefs visa
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has criticized Canadian officials for denying visas to top Nigerian military officers, including the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). Speaking at the maiden annual lecture of the National Association of the Institute for Security Studies (AANISS) at the Shehu Yar’adua Centre in Abuja on Thursday, Feb. 13, Ribadu expressed his disapproval of the situation. The remarks followed a revelation by the CDS, General Musa, that he and his team were invited to Canada for an event honoring war veterans but that he and nearly half of the delegation were denied visas. General…
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”This is wickedness” – Uche Maduagwu slams 2face for proposing to Lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru
Controversial Nollywood actor, Uche Maduagwu, has criticized music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, for publicly proposing to Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru amid his ongoing divorce issues with his estranged wife, Annie Idibia. A video of 2Face’s proposal to Natasha went viral on Thursday, sparking reactions. In response, Maduagwu questioned why the singer didn’t propose privately if his intentions were genuine. He accused 2Face of using the public proposal as a distraction to divert attention from pressing questions about his personal life. In an Instagram post, the actor wrote, “This is wickedness. If he had good intentions, why…
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Woman sells baby for N4m, gives mother N600,000
A 26-year-old woman, Rachael, has confessed to selling her two-week-old baby for N600,000 due to financial struggles. The child was later resold for N4 million to a 42-year-old woman seeking adoption. Rachael, a resident of Asaba, Delta State, was paraded by the police alongside two accomplices. She explained that she was struggling to raise her children alone after the baby’s father denied paternity. To survive, she did odd cleaning jobs and eventually sought help from a broker, who arranged the sale. The broker admitted to selling the baby for N3.5 million but only gave Rachael N600,000. Meanwhile, the buyer claimed…
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The day is associated with a romantic demon known as Cupid – Bishop Ighele calls for the ban of Valentine’s day
Bishop Charles Ighele, General Superintendent of the Holy Spirit Mission, has called for a ban on Valentine’s Day celebrations in Nigeria, citing its association with illicit sexual activities and the promotion of romantic relationships. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), he argued that the day has deviated from its original intent of aiding the needy and supporting humanitarian efforts. Describing it as a “deception from the devil” and a “universal day of immorality,” he linked the celebration to the Roman god Cupid, whom he claims incites sexual desires. Ighele urged authorities to prohibit the observance of…
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I am happy for 2Face. If your spirit tells you to add to your collection, go for it – Isaac Fayose, tells singer after the singer confirmed his relationship with lawmaker, Natasha Igbinedion
Businessman Isaac Fayose has advised singer 2face to marry more wives and “expand his collection” if he feels inclined to do so. Fayose’s statement came shortly after 2face acknowledged his relationship with Edo lawmaker Natasha Igbinedion. ‘’Mr 2Face, I hope you know it is okay to marry another wife. You have one life to live. If your spirit is telling you to add to your collection, add more wives. Go for it!. You have one life to live. I am supporting you!”
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