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2027: Defend your credentials or drop out – Peter Obi challenges presidential candidates
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that every presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections must be willing to defend their credentials, records and subject their vision to open scrutiny. Obi said this on Friday at a world press conference in his home in Onitsha, Anambra State. While highlighting the need for empathy, the former Anambra Governor promised to visit communities affected by insecurity and flooding to understand their concerns. He mentioned his core mission to include resettling of Nigeria through national unity, improved security, and transitioning the economy from consumption to production. “Every candidate must be willing…
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My husband threatened to leave me if I don’t stop smoking – Toyin Abraham
Nollywood actress and producer, Toyin Abraham has revealed that her husband, Mr Kolawole Ajeyemi, once threatened to leave her if she doesn’t stop smoking. Speaking in a recent episode of The Moraya Show, Abraham disclosed that she was a cigarette addict but gave up the addiction because she didn’t want to lose her marriage. She praised her husband for his support and impact in her life and career, but admitted that she still vapes despite quitting cigarettes. “My husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi is one of the best things that ever happened to me. He lets me shine and be me. I…
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‘Hundred promises, not one fulfilled’ — Bella breaks silence on break up with Sheggz
BBNaija star, Bella Okagbue, has broken her silence over the controversy surrounding her breakup with former boyfriend Sheggz, saying she eventually stopped believing promises and began paying attention to patterns. Bella addressed the issue in a statement shared on her social media page, explaining that she had remained silent because she believed some parts of their relationship should stay private. She said she genuinely loved Sheggz and defended their relationship because she believed in it, adding that she gave him another chance because she believed people could change. However, Bella said believing someone could change did not mean she had…
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2027 election already concluded – Wike declares
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the 2027 presidential election has already been concluded, insisting that nobody can stop President Bola Tinubu’s re-election. Wike made the claim while addressing journalists in Abuja on Friday. The former Rivers State governor also mocked a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, over his efforts to woo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, into the opposition party. According to Wike, “This election has been concluded and there is nothing anyone can do about it. I don’t know where Dele Momodu will be now. “Every time, you will…
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Gospel singer Asu Ekiye announces separation from wife of 28 years
Multi-award-winning gospel artist Asu Ekiye has announced his separation from his wife, Kunemofa, after twenty-eight years of marriage. Ekiye, known as the “Prince of the Niger Delta”, announced in a Facebook post on Thursday. The gospel singer, who married Kunemofa in 1998, revealed that the marriage ended in 2025 but did not disclose the reasons for the breakdown. They had four children. He wrote: “After 28 years of a deeply personal journey of growth, experience and reflection, I wish to announce, with a profound sense of sobriety and quiet resignation, that my marriage to Kunemofa Asu has come to an end. Some…
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‘I won’t be 40 still dragging stage with artistes in 20s’ — Davido hints on retirement
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has hinted at the possibility of taking a break from music. Speaking during an appearance on ‘The Uncut Podcast’, Davido said he does not intend to remain in the spotlight at 40 years while competing with artistes in their 20s. The singer stressed that his comments should not be interpreted as a call for established musicians to quit the industry. “Music is my blood but I’m not going to be 40 still dragging with guys in their 20s. Jay-z took a break and he is doing his thing,” he said. According to…
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Dapper: Hilda Baci issues legal warning, direct Seyi Vibez to delete defamatory posts
Celebrity Nigerian chef, Hilda Baci, has threatened legal action against singer Seyi Vibez over his recent post about her. The former Dapper Music signees, Seyi Vibez, Shallipopi and T.I Blaze had called out their former record label, Dapper Music owner, Damilola Akinwunmi famously known as Dapper over royalties issues and alleged N1 billion missing funds. During the online dragging on X, Seyi Vibez took a swipe on Dapper’s girlfriend, Hilda Baci. The singer alleged that the music executive spent their catalogue money on her BBL. He also claimed that her food nearly killed him. Reacting to the claims, Hilda in…
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2027: Okorocha sues INEC, APC, Uzodinma over Imo West ticket
Former Imo State Governor and Senator representing Imo West, Rochas Okorocha, has dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Hope Uzodinma before the Federal High Court over the publication of Uzodinma’s name as the APC candidate for the Imo West Senatorial District election scheduled for 2027. Okorocha, through his lawyer, O.J. Aboje, filed the suit on August 13, 2026, asking the court to determine the validity of INEC’s publication of Uzodinma as the winner of the APC senatorial primary. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1854/2026, contains five questions for determination and 10 reliefs sought by…
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Nnamdi Kanu 110% correct in everything he said about Nigeria -Dele Farotimi
Human rights lawyer and political activist, Dele Farotimi, has said the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, was correct in everything he said about Nigeria. According to him, Nnamdi Kanu’s criticisms of Nigeria have been validated by recent events in the country. He argued that the failure of the Nigerian government to tackle systemic issues and its tendencies to imprison rational voices while allowing criminals to remain free have worsened national instability. “Nigeria has proven Nnamdi Kanu right at every point. I have no single argument against the facts that have been adduced by Nnamdi…
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2027: Peter Obi replaced Ozigbo, Okonkwo, others with content creators – Bwala
One of the spokesmen for the presidency, Daniel Bwala, has said the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, replaced some of his associates with social media content creators. Bwala made the remark in a post on X on Thursday while commenting on developments surrounding Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections. The presidential spokesman said some people he described as “marginally reasonable,” including Kenneth Okonkwo, Balami and Valentine Ozigbo, had left Obi, after which he allegedly surrounded himself with social media content creators. Bwala added that Obi now appeared to be embarrassed by the conduct of some…
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‘Come to court and prove it’ – Blaqbonez challenges Odumodublvck over abuse allegation
Nigerian rapper Emeka Akuma, popularly known as Blaqbonez, has said he will take fellow rapper Odumodublvck to court over an allegation of sexual abuse made against him. Blaqbonez made this known during an interview on the ongoing feud between him and Odumodublvck. The rapper said he initially ignored the controversy because he was not bothered about being portrayed as the “bad guy,” but decided to respond after the sexual abuse allegation was made against him. “I’m taking him to court. So come to court and prove that I’m what you say I am,” Blaqbonez said. The rapper insisted that the…
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Bobrisky slams Nigerians for dragging Kaycee Luxury over NDLEA arrest
Crossdresser, Bobrisky, has blasted Nigerians dragging luxury shopper, Kaycee Luxury, online following his arrest by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, over an alleged N39 billion cocaine case. Bobrisky took to social media to call out critics, saying many people who used to hail the luxury shopper quickly changed the moment he ran into trouble. “Nigerians are the biggest hypocrites. So many of you have a lot to say about KC Luxury now, but you couldn’t say any of it to his face before he got arrested. “Many of you were busy kissing his ass before his arrest, but…
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