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Grammy 2026: I am disappointed in Chioma – Delta Gov’s aide
Ossai Ovie, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Delta State Governor, has publicly criticized Nigerian attendees at the 68th Grammy Awards for their choice of attire. In a social media post shared on Monday, February 2, Ovie argued that the artists and their guests missed a vital opportunity to project Nigerian cultural identity on one of the world’s most influential stages. The aide specifically singled out Chioma Adeleke, the wife of Afrobeat superstar Davido, labeling her red-carpet outfit as inappropriate and a departure from traditional values. “I am disappointed in Chioma Davido’s dressing. She shouldn’t have been half-naked…
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I am contesting the coming election as number one – Peter Obi rejects VP position
Peter Obi has indicated his intention to seek the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi made this known while addressing supporters at a campaign rally for ADC candidates during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections at the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). He said he is aiming for the party’s top position and would not accept a subordinate role in its long-term plans. Linking the AMAC contest to his broader ambitions, Obi urged party members and residents to support the ADC candidate. His supporters, especially the Obidient Movement, have stepped up…
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AGN appoints BBNaija’s Tega as special adviser on sexual harassment
Big Brother Naija star and actress Tega Dominic has been appointed as the Special Adviser on Sexual Harassment to the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abubakar Yakubu. The appointment was announced by the AGN on Thursday, January 29, 2026, via an Instagram Story. Reacting, Tega shared her appointment letter on Instagram and outlined her commitment to the role. Tega rose to prominence in 2021 following her appearance on the Shine Ya Eye edition of BBNaija. She wrote, “My commitment is clear:Education, awareness, and accountability, zero tolerance for sexual harassment, protection and support for survivors, safe, and confidential reporting…
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Rivers crisis: APC reaches out to Wike, Fubara, seeks political solution
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has broken its silence on the political instability in Rivers State, confirming that high-level “back-channel” negotiations are underway. APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, revealed during a Thursday interview on TVC News that the party is prioritizing a quiet, strategic resolution to the rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Basiru explained that the party’s perceived silence during Fubara’s recent legal challenges and impeachment threats was intentional, noting that “real politics” is rarely conducted through public press statements. Describing politicians as “nocturnal animals,” he remarked that concrete decisions are often forged in…
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Abia no longer affected by national grid collapse — Gov Otti
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has announced that the state is now insulated from the frequent collapses of Nigeria’s national grid. Speaking at the Government House in Umuahia on Thursday, January 29, the Governor revealed that recent strategic investments in renewable energy have successfully decoupled the state’s power supply from the national system. The cornerstone of this energy shift is a new waste-to-wealth initiative that converts organic refuse into biogas for electricity generation. “This is a pilot programme. Instead of throwing away waste, we can turn it into clean energy, and we will be able to power a lot of…
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Nollywood Filmmaker Stanley Amandi Detained Over Alleged Coup Plot Against President Tinubu
Nollywood filmmaker and actor Stanley Amandi has been identified as a key figure in an alleged military plot to terminate Nigeria’s democracy and overthrow President Bola Tinubu. Amandi, a former chairman of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (Enugu State chapter), was reportedly arrested in September 2025 as part of a sweeping intelligence operation. Investigations suggest that the filmmaker was recruited to serve as a propagandist for a group of alleged coupists who planned to assassinate the President, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and other top government leaders. Amandi is well-known in the film industry for his work on projects like “The…
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Constitution Doesn’t Give President Tinubu Power To Authorise U.S. Strikes In Nigeria, Says Senator Ningi
Senator Abdul Ningi, who represents Bauchi Central Senatorial District, has faulted what he described as a breach of Nigeria’s territorial integrity by the United States military, insisting that no provision of the 1999 Constitution empowers the President or any arm of government to invite or approve a foreign military strike on Nigerian territory. Speaking on ARISE Television on Thursday night, the senator said the alleged operation raises fundamental constitutional and sovereignty concerns and demands a full explanation from the Federal Government. “First of all, we are an independent nation guided by rules and regulations and, of course, guided by the…
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Presidency Slams Peter Obi Over Alleged Political “U-Turn” and Desperation
The Presidency has launched a scathing critique of Mr. Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and recent African Democratic Congress (ADC) member, accusing him of political inconsistency. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, leveled these accusations following a viral video where Obi appeared to align with figures he previously condemned. In the footage, Obi acknowledged prominent politicians—including Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and David Mark—as key leaders, a move Onanuga described as “eating his own vomit.” The Presidency noted that this conciliatory tone contradicts Obi’s 2023 campaign narrative, which was built on dismantling…
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Soweto vows to continue Lagos demolition protests despite police arrests
Taiwo Hassan, the activist popularly known as Soweto, has pledged that the coalition protesting forced evictions in Lagos will not be deterred by police intimidation. Following his arrest during a demonstration at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Soweto insisted that the movement remains focused on securing justice for displaced residents. The protest turned chaotic on Wednesday when police officers deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd, leading to the arrest of Soweto and fellow activist Dele Frank. After spending a night in custody, both men were arraigned at a Magistrate’s Court in Yaba on Thursday to face a five-count…
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“I need to go find my life since you said you can take care of them’’- Singer Harrysong’s ex-wife says as she gives up custody of their children to him
Alexes Peres, ex-wife of Nigerian singer Harrysong, has announced that she has taken the painful decision to temporarily give up custody of their two children, aged four and three. In an emotional video shared on social media on Thursday, Alexes accused the singer of frustrating her life since she refused to return to their matrimonial home after leaving the marriage two years ago. “This man has not allowed me to rest. He frustrates my efforts. He comes to my house unannounced. He harasses me everywhere… At this point, I am tired,” she said, adding that Harrysong is rarely present at…
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“Poverty Is Not a Virtue” — Solomon Buchi Warns Women on Choosing Partners
Social media commentator Solomon Buchi has cautioned women against assuming that being broke automatically makes a man a good person or a suitable husband. In a post shared on Thursday, Buchi said not every broke man has vision, a promising future, or the qualities needed for marriage. He advised women to apply the same level of discernment when choosing a broke partner as they would with a wealthy one, stressing that poverty should not be mistaken for virtue.
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Turkish Officials Found Tinubu’s Stumble news Silly — Abike Dabiri-Erewa
Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has said Turkish officials were surprised that President Bola Tinubu’s brief stumble during his official visit to Türkiye became a major news story in Nigeria. Dabiri-Erewa made the comment on Wednesday, January 28, while reacting to an X post by Oguntoye Opeyemi, also known as Equityoyo, who criticised Nigerian media for amplifying the incident. She noted that the stumble was not reported by Turkish media, describing the level of attention it received in Nigeria as unnecessary and exaggerated.Not a single Turkish TV station reported the President’s accidental slip because it’s…
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