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UNIZIK: Female student allegedly bites lecturer, authorities begin probe
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, has launched an investigation into an altercation between a Theatre Arts lecturer, Dr. Chukwudi Okoye, and a student over a social media video. According to the university’s spokesperson, Njelita Louis, appropriate sanctions will be applied to any party found guilty. The incident, captured in viral videos, involved Goddy Precious, a third-year History and International Studies student, who was recording a TikTok video in the corridor when the lecturer walked past and tapped her shoulder to ask her to move. The student, angered by the interruption, accused the lecturer of hitting her, grabbed his…
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Power will return to you in 2031 after Tinubu’s second term – Ganduje tells Northerners
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will run for re-election in 2027 and serve until 2031. Speaking at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja while hosting members of the Tinubu Northern Youth Forum, Ganduje reiterated the party’s commitment to power rotation, assuring that after Tinubu’s tenure, leadership would shift back to the North. “When a leader from the northern part of this country was in office for eight years, we advocated that the next president in our party should come from the South,” Ganduje said. “We…
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I love and intend to marry her. She has nothing to do with my divorce from Annie – Tuface Idibia confirms romantic affair with Edo Lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru
Nigerian music legend Tuface Idibia has addressed rumors surrounding his divorce from Annie Idibia and confirmed his relationship with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru. In a viral video, Tuface dismissed claims that Natasha was responsible for his marriage’s breakdown, stating, “I have seen so many things, so many people coming up with their own false and malicious nonsense after I posted what I posted.” He described Natasha as a “beautiful, smart, and amazing young woman” whom he loves and plans to marry but clarified that she had no role in his split from Annie. Tuface emphasized that there is no conflict…
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‘Portable is under spiritual spell of family’s member’ – Singer’s Elder sister claims
Portable’s elder sister, Gbemisola, has claimed that the controversial musician is under a spiritual spell cast by a family member. Her statement comes amid Portable’s ongoing legal battle with the Ogun State government. The singer, currently in hiding, was recently arraigned alongside nine associates for allegedly assaulting government officials. Speaking from his hideout, Portable pleaded for the release of his detained associates, claiming he is being set up. He also challenged the authorities to provide video evidence of the alleged assault and hinted at suicidal thoughts due to mounting frustration. In response, Gbemisola, in a viral video, apologized for her…
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Relationship counsellor’s marriage ends 3 years after she advised women to give more food and s3x to their cheating husbands
Apostle Solomon Oduro, founder of Solomon Oduro Ministries, has officially announced the dissolution of his marriage to Rev. Charlotte Oduro, a well-known marriage counselor. In a statement issued on February 10, 2025, Apostle Oduro explained that the decision came after years of separation and was finalized due to irreconcilable differences. He emphasized that the announcement was necessary to prevent misinformation and called for understanding and prayers during this transition. Rev. Charlotte Oduro previously made headlines in 2022 for advising women not to leave their husbands over infidelity but instead to welcome them with care and affection. Apostle Oduro urged the…
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Justice Binta Nyako’s son and husband are facing corruption charges and she’s been told that if she convicts me, they will be let off – IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu lashes in court
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has accused Justice Binta Nyako of bias in his trial, alleging that she is under pressure to convict him in exchange for leniency in corruption charges against her husband and son. Speaking in court, Kanu criticized the Nigerian judiciary, stating, “Poor knowledge of the law is killing Nigeria.” He argued that his push for self-rule is not a crime and cited legal rulings that he believes invalidate his trial. Kanu also referenced Supreme Court rules, claiming Justice Nyako’s handling of the case shows bias and calling for her recusal. Additionally, he reiterated his claim that the…
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Under Igbo customary law, Payment of bride price is what validates paternity and not even DNA – Lawyer Stan Alieke
Nigerian lawyer Stan Alieke asserts that under Igbo customary law, a child’s paternity is validated by the payment of the bride price rather than the results of a DNA test. In a post on his Instastories, Alieke explained that if a man has not paid the bride price of his child’s mother, the child is considered “fatherless” or illegitimate. He further stated that a father cannot claim custody of his child until he fulfills the bride price obligation, even if the mother is deceased.
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My wife sending nudes to men – Gospel singer Paul Nwokocha’s second marriage crashes
Nigerian gospel singer Paul Nwokocha’s marriage to his second wife, Goodness Nwokocha, has reportedly ended. Nwokocha married Goodness in September 2023 after accusing his first wife, Alice Nwokocha, of maltreatment, which led to their separation. Goodness, originally from Nkpa in Abia State, allegedly had no prior relationship with the singer before their marriage. She relocated from Lagos to be with him at the insistence of his uncles, without conducting background checks. According to a family source, issues arose in May 2024 when Goodness allegedly faced ill-treatment from the singer. The bride price has now been returned, marking the formal dissolution…
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Nigerians in America now hide and avoid quarrels over fear of deportation – US-based Professor, Nimi Wariboko
Professor Nimi Wariboko, a Social Ethics expert at Boston University, has raised concerns over the fear gripping Nigerians in the U.S. following President Donald Trump’s intensified crackdown on undocumented immigrants. Speaking on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television, Wariboko described the anxiety among Nigerians without legal status, noting that many are living in fear of deportation, hiding, or worried about potential immigration raids. Trump, who began his second term on January 20, 2025, has ramped up mass deportations, targeting undocumented immigrants in homes, workplaces, and public spaces. While some support his actions, others criticize the harsh policies. Wariboko…
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There is no Annie without 2face. 2face is the trophy – Blessing CEO
Following the divorce saga between singer 2Face Idibia and his wife, Annie, debates continues to unfold, relationship expert Blessing CEO Okoro has stated that she feels no sympathy for Annie’s situation. She argued that over the years, Annie has remained in the shadow of being 2Face’s wife, failing to build her own identity. As a result, she claimed, people do not see Annie for who she truly is but instead associate her solely with her marriage to the Nigerian music legend. She said “I don’t think anyone put Annie in the situation. Annie is a strong person. It is the…
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Kaduna: I support probe of my father’s tenure – El-Rufai’s son, Mohammed
Mohammed, the eldest son of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that he has no objections to the Kaduna State government investigating his father’s tenure. However, he emphasized that the process should be conducted with transparency and without bias. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Saturday, the lawmaker representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives stressed the importance of accountability but cautioned that any probe should not be driven by personal vendettas. He further asserted that investigations should not be used as a tool for political persecution. “If done for selfish reasons, such inquiries…
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Nollywood, social media, prosperity preaching by religious institutions fueling get-rich-quick syndrome – Remi Tinubu
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has attributed Nigeria’s high rate of human trafficking to misleading messages from movies, social media, and some religious organizations promoting a get-rich-quick mentality. Speaking on February 7 during a visit from NAPTIP’s Director-General, Binta Bello, at the State House in Abuja, she reaffirmed her support for the agency’s fight against human trafficking. Mrs. Tinubu, who was briefed on NAPTIP’s recent raid on a baby factory in Abuja that rescued 19 pregnant girls, urged young people to reject shortcuts to wealth and instead embrace patience and hard work to avoid falling victim to traffickers. “The get rich…
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