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Artistes no longer allowed to do shows in Nigeria during Ramadan – Fave cries out
Nigerian singer Fave has raised concerns over an alleged directive discouraging music shows in Nigeria during the Islamic Ramadan period. The Baby Riddim crooner said plans to host a birthday concert on March 13 have stalled because the date falls within Ramadan, with promoters repeatedly rejecting the event. Fave questioned why Ramadan should affect her work, noting that she is a Christian and arguing that the restriction is unfair to her business. On her X handle, she wrote, “So I was tryna do a show in Nigeria on my birthday this year but they’re telling me shows aren’t allowed during…
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‘We don’t need to be best friends’ – Omotola speaks on alleged feud with Genevieve
Veteran actress Omotola Jalade has dismissed long-standing rumours of a feud with her colleague Genevieve Nnaji. Speaking during an interview on Yanga FM, Omotola said they were never fighting, stressing that people do not have to be best friends to be on good terms. She blamed fans for creating and amplifying the narrative. “Na them start the quarrel before we know say we dey quarrel… There was no quarrel,” she said, shutting down the speculation. The interviewer further asked: “Was there anything like say una been quarrel wey lasted for twenty years before EJ movie?” Omotola replied: “People don’t need…
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Former Benue Governor, Suswam joins APC
Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has officially joined the All Progressives Congress. Suswam registered as an APC member on Wednesday at his Mbagber Council Ward in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, just 24 hours after resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party. He cited the prolonged internal crisis within the PDP as the reason for his decision to leave the opposition party.
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‘None is from Kaduna’ – Shehu Sani on list of Nigerians to be deported from US
Former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani has reacted to the list of Nigerians set to be deported from the United States, noting that none of the names is from Kaduna State. In a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday, Sani said he had reviewed the list of individuals tagged as “worst-of-the-worst” criminals and urged others to check if anyone from their states was affected. His comment follows an announcement by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that at least 79 convicted Nigerians would be deported as part of ongoing immigration enforcement. Reacting, the former lawmaker said, “I have…
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US to Deport 79 Nigerians on “Worst-of-the-Worst” Criminal List
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced plans to deport at least 79 convicted Nigerians listed among its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal offenders. Information published on the DHS website on Monday shows the individuals were convicted of serious crimes including fraud, drug trafficking, assault, manslaughter, and robbery. The arrests were carried out as part of a broader crackdown on criminal immigrants led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. According to DHS, the operation aligns with the Trump administration’s policy of prioritising the removal of convicted criminal aliens. The department said deportations would begin with offenders considered the most dangerous. The development…
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Ifunanya Nwangene: Don’t live alone by yourself – Reality TV star, Pere Egbi tells Young ladies
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Pere Egbi has said it is not advisable for young single women to live alone. He suggested that they should live with friends or family members for companionship and safety. Responding to a fan who linked his comment to the recent death of singer Ifunanya Nwangene, Pere replied, “everything,” implying broader concerns beyond the incident. He added that living alone is generally “not good,” stressing that his view applies to everyone, regardless of gender. On his X handle, he wrote, “Personal advice to young women living in Nigeria who are single, don’t live alone by…
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I was with Wike but now I have repented – Makinde
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that he has withdrawn from his earlier alignment with the faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, warning that the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State will not be used to advance the interests of another party. Speaking at the commissioning of the new PDP Secretariat in Ibadan, Makinde openly criticized Wike’s involvement in Oyo PDP affairs, saying the former Rivers governor lacks the moral standing to interfere. “I was aligned with them before, but now I have repented… PDP will not be held down just for another party to be in power,”…
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State Governments to share Electricity subsidy burden — FG
The Federal Government has directed state governments to begin sharing the cost of electricity subsidies with the centre, ending the practice of the Federal Government bearing the burden alone. The subsidy will now be funded through the Power Assistance Consumers Fund (PCAF), a government-backed pool designed to provide targeted support for low-income and vulnerable electricity consumers, rather than blanket subsidies. The directive was disclosed in Abuja by the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, during the 2026 Post-Budget Preparation workshop. He said states that benefit politically from electricity subsidies must also contribute financially. According to him,…
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Former Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema joins Al-Hilal
Former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has completed a surprise deadline-day free transfer from Al Ittihad to Al Hilal, sending shockwaves across the Saudi Pro League. The 38-year-old, who joined Al Ittihad in 2023 and led them to a league and cup double in 2025, was in the final six months of his contract and reportedly unhappy with renewal terms. Al Hilal confirmed he has signed a one-and-a-half-year deal. Reacting to the move, Benzema said he was proud of his time at Al Ittihad and grateful for the journey. The transfer is said to have angered Cristiano Ronaldo, who reportedly…
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DSS arraigns Malami, son over alleged terrorism financing
The Department of State Services has arraigned former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami and his son before the Federal High Court in Abuja on allegations bordering on terrorism financing. They were brought before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on a five-count charge and both pleaded not guilty. According to the DSS, Malami is accused of aiding terrorism financing by allegedly failing, while in office, to prosecute suspected financiers whose case files were submitted to him. The agency also alleged that Malami and his son engaged in preparatory acts linked to terrorism, including unlawful possession of prohibited firearms and ammunition without…
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Grammy or Not: Isreal DMW Declares Davido “The Best Deal” After 2026 Loss
Isreal DMW, the loyal logistics manager to Afrobeat icon Davido, has brushed off his boss’s recent loss at the 68th Grammy Awards, insisting that the singer remains the pinnacle of the music industry. Taking to Instagram on Monday morning, February 2, Isreal reassured fans that the absence of a trophy does not diminish Davido’s “G.O.A.T.” status. The reaction follows the awards ceremony held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night, where Davido missed out on the Best African Music Performance award. The category, which featured Davido and Omah Lay’s collaboration “With You,” was won by South African…
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Grammy loss: ‘Davido being frustrated for refusing to do demonic stuff’ – Cubana Chief Priest
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has claimed that Davido’s repeated losses at the Grammys are a deliberate attempt to frustrate the singer and pressure him into yielding to what he described as “demonic” demands by some Western music executives. Reacting on Instagram after Davido lost the Best African Music Performance award to South African star Tyla at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, Cubana Chief Priest urged the singer not to compromise his values. He encouraged Davido to remain steadfast, move past the setback, and continue making music and entertaining his fans. He wrote, “Oyibo dey do everything possible to break…
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