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Not even $1bn can make me join politics – Bishop Oyedepo
Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, David Oyedepo, has declared that no amount of money, including one billion dollars, could convince him to venture into partisan politics. Oyedepo made the statement while speaking to worshippers during the impartation service at Shiloh 2025, the church’s annual convocation. He urged believers to remain focused on their divine assignments rather than pursuing paths outside their calling. The cleric stressed that political participation does not align with his life’s purpose.“Partisan politics is off my calling. If you give me $1 billion to join politics, I won’t, because it’s off my course,” he said.…
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People claiming to be witch hunted today did same to others in past – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has criticised public office holders and politicians who complain about being “witch-hunted.” In a post on his X handle on Friday, Sani pointed out the irony, saying many of those crying foul today were the same people who “witch-hunted” others when they held power. His remark comes amid growing political tensions and frequent claims of persecution from various quarters. “We are a special breed of people who pray to God to bring down the pharaohs,and when he brings them down to face their Karma, we treat them as victims,then rush to rescue them and crown…
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Asake will perform at my wedding – Wizkid
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar, Ayodeji “Wizkid” Balogun, has revealed that he wants fellow Afrobeats star Asake to perform at his wedding. Wizkid remarked on a recent appearance on Apple Music Radio with Asake and DJ Tunez. He said Asake’s breakout hit “Omo Ope” instantly made him a fan, but “Remember” remains his favourite song, and the one he hopes Asake will perform on his big day. Praising Asake, Wizkid described him as one of the most gifted vocalists in Africa and globally, adding that the singer is a “blessing to African music.” The Starboy boss, who has been teasing his wedding…
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Supreme Court overrides presidential pardon, affirms death sentence for Maryam Sanda
In a landmark ruling that clarifies the limits of presidential pardon, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has overturned President Bola Tinubu’s decision to grant clemency to Maryam Sanda, who was convicted of killing her husband, Bilyaminu Bello. In a split judgment delivered on Friday, the apex court upheld the death sentence by hanging earlier imposed on Sanda by an FCT High Court in 2020 and later affirmed by the Court of Appeal. Sanda was convicted for fatally stabbing her husband during a domestic dispute in 2017. The constitutional clash arose after President Tinubu reduced her sentence to 12 years imprisonment…
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“It’s a Spiritual Assignment” – Fubara speaks on why he defected to APC
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has explained his decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a “spiritual assignment” aligned with the interest of the state. Fubara, who officially defected earlier in the week, spoke on Friday at the Government House in Port Harcourt after receiving his APC membership card from the state chairman, Chief Tony Okocha. He said his defection was driven by the need to work in harmony with President Bola Tinubu and support his re-election bid. According to the governor, Rivers State must not move…
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Actress, Dayo Amusa elected Actors Guild of Nigeria national vice president
Popular Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has been elected as the new National Vice President (Southwest) of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). The election was held on Saturday in Edo State during the 2025 AGN Annual Convention. Announcing her victory in a post on Instagram, Dayo expressed gratitude to the delegates and her campaign team for their support and confidence in her leadership. “Thank you to all the Delegates /AGN Chairmen and all the AGN elders and members nationwide who found me worthy to occupy this position as the AGN National Vice President Southwest. I truly appreciate the confidence you’ve…
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“Traumatized with that institution” – Regina Daniels on possibility of remarrying
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has spoken candidly about her stance on marriage following her widely publicised separation from Senator Ned Nwoko. Responding to a fan who asked if she would consider getting married again, Regina revealed that she is still emotionally affected by her past marriage and remains traumatised by the experience. She added that she has no plans to remarry in the future. When further asked if she might consider marrying someone closer to her age, the actress dismissed the idea outright, stating firmly that she is done with the institution of marriage altogether. “Will you consider marrying another…
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2026: Accord party endorses Governor Ademola Adeleke as candidate
The Accord Party in Osun State is set to officially endorse Governor Ademola Adeleke as its candidate for the 2026 governorship election.The announcement will be made during the Osun State Accord Party governorship primary, scheduled for today, Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Osun State party chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, disclosed the plan on Wednesday in Osogbo, noting that Governor Adeleke is the party’s sole candidate. He also stated that approximately 150 delegates are expected to participate in the primary. “Governor Ademola Adeleke is our sole candidate for the 2026 governorship election. We are declaring him today. As you know, he formally…
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2027: Tinubu will fight dirty, only Peter Obi can survive because he is clean- Sam Amadi
Sam Amadi, former chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), has warned political actors against underestimating President Bola Tinubu, asserting that the president is ready to respond dirty if confronted with “dirty tactics.” In a post shared on Wednesday via X, Amadi advised those encouraging young politicians to challenge the president to carefully consider the potential consequences.He pointed out that while Tinubu “is not clean,” he is relentless and will retaliate in kind against anyone who attacks him unfairly. He wrote: “Those who are promising the youths that they can fight Tinubu with dirty dress should take note. Tinubu…
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‘Nnamdi Kanu fights darker forces than Nelson Mandela’ – Wife
Uchechi, the wife of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has stated that her husband is confronting forces even more daunting than those Nelson Mandela faced during apartheid in South Africa. She insisted that Kanu is not a terrorist but one of Africa’s most significant freedom fighters. In a post shared on X, she wrote: “The Igbo youths and students are in solidarity with Mazi #NnamdiKanu. #NnamdiKanu is not a terrorist.“He is the greatest African Freedom fighter that exists and the leader of millions of Biafrans scattered all over the world who are under…
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To find Love for Eko too hard – BNXN
Nigerian artiste Daniel Benson, widely known as BNXN, has spoken candidly about his difficulty finding genuine love in Lagos. According to the Finesse hitmaker, forming real romantic connections in the city has been challenging. BNXN expressed this sentiment in a recent tweet, saying that discovering love in Eko has been too hard for him. BNXN disclosed this when he tweeted, “To find love for Eko too hard for me o.” The singer has not been publicly linked to anyone since his tumultuous relationship with his alleged Swedish ex-girlfriend, Filma Jones, in 2022. Jones previously accused him of getting her pregnant…
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FCT will continue to build more houses for judges — Minister, Wike
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to supporting the judiciary to enhance productivity, reduce delays, and protect its independence and integrity. Speaking on Monday, December 8, at the opening of the 2025/2026 Legal Year of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, Wike disclosed that the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has made budgetary provisions to build more residential houses for FCT High Court judges to address housing shortages. He said the Tinubu-led administration has also handed over the Certificate of Occupancy for the Supreme Court’s land and commenced full perimeter fencing of the complex to improve…
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