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I left Christianity for Islam in search for truth – Burna Boy
Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has revealed that he left Christianity for Islam as part of his ongoing search for spiritual truth. Speaking in an interview with streamer Playboymax, the Grammy-winning artist said his desire to understand life’s deeper meaning led him to explore different faiths. However, reading various religious texts has often left him “more confused than enlightened.” Burna Boy added that his spiritual journey is still unfolding, noting that he remains committed to finding personal clarity and understanding in his beliefs. “Growing up, I was a Christian and then I converted to Islam. It’s like I’ve studied it all,…
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No good leader goes underground when the sound of thunder threatens his country – Reno Omokri slams Peter Obi over silence on Trump’s threat to send troops to Nigeria
Social commentator Reno Omokri has faulted Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi for keeping silent amid the uproar over U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to deploy troops to Nigeria following allegations of a Christian genocide. Trump’s recent designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Concern” and his comments about possible military intervention have sparked widespread debate at home and abroad. In a post on his official Facebook page, Omokri described Obi’s silence as “deeply suspicious” and unworthy of a national leader. He argued that a true leader should speak up during national crises, not “go underground when thunder threatens his…
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Bayelsa Governor Duoye Diri finally defects to APC
Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, was filled with excitement as Governor Douye Diri and his supporters were formally welcomed into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Supporters from all eight local government areas trooped into the city early Saturday morning despite heavy rain, dancing and singing through the streets. By 10 a.m., the Samson Siasia Stadium was packed beyond capacity, forcing security officials to restrict entry for safety reasons. Governor Diri’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling APC ended weeks of speculation about his next political move. The event drew several political heavyweights, including Governors Umo Eno…
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“It’s dangerous to pretend we don’t notice” – Nicki Minaj Backs Trump’s Move to designate Nigeria as CPC
American rapper Nicki Minaj has voiced concern over the persecution of Christians worldwide, warning that ignoring religious violence poses a danger to global peace. In a post on X on Saturday, Minaj praised former US President Donald Trump and his team for designating Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” over alleged religious freedom violations. Expressing gratitude for living in a country where people can freely worship, Minaj said no one should be targeted for their faith and urged the world not to turn a blind eye to ongoing religious persecution in various countries. She wrote: “Reading this made me…
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Christian genocide: Muslim lives matter too – Onanuga tells Trump’s govt for declaring Nigeria country of particular concern
Presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, has responded to comments by US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, over alleged genocide against Christians in Nigeria, insisting that the claims are exaggerated. Rubio had reacted to former US President Donald Trump’s decision to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” citing what he described as the “slaughter of thousands of Christians by radical Islamists and Fulani militias.” In reaction via X on Saturday, Onanuga countered the narrative, stating, “Secretary Rubio, Muslim lives matter too.” He dismissed the claim of a Christian genocide as a “gross exaggeration,” explaining that Nigeria faces sporadic attacks…
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No religious crisis in Kaduna – Gov Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has dismissed speculations of a religious crisis in Kaduna State, insisting that the state remains peaceful and united. Speaking on Saturday at a mega rally organized by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kafanchan to welcome new defectors, Sani emphasized that Kaduna’s strength lies in its diversity and coexistence. “I want to thank Senator Sunday Katung and all other House of Representatives members who defected to our party. “In Kaduna we are running the government as a family. There’s nothing absolutely called discrimination in Kaduna State. “I want to let you know that there’s nothing like a…
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“Don’t be surprised if next time they take over a filling station” – Mahdi Shehu Slams Security Agencies Over Viral Video of Bandits Fetching Fuel Freely
Public affairs commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has condemned Nigeria’s security agencies after a viral video showed armed bandits openly fetching fuel from a tanker into their motorcycles. Sharing the video on X on Saturday, Shehu expressed dismay at the growing boldness of criminal groups across the country. He said the footage reflects the alarming level of impunity and the confidence with which bandits now operate, often without fear of security intervention. “Don’t be surprised if next time around they take over a filling station, refill 300 machines over three hours, and go unchallenged because the drones and surveillance would have been…
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Because we rejected the strange proposal – APC chieftain makes claims to reason Trump declared Nigeria country of particular concern
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayekooto Akindele, has claimed that former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to label Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” was retaliation for Nigeria’s refusal to accept a “strange proposal” from the U.S. Trump had placed Nigeria on a watch list, citing alleged killings of Christians by extremists, a claim the Nigerian government has strongly denied, insisting the country’s security challenges are not religiously motivated. Reacting via X on Saturday, Akindele suggested that Trump’s move was politically motivated, linking it to Nigeria’s rejection of U.S. demands to repatriate illegal immigrants and its pursuit…
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“We continue to address security challenges which affect citizens across faiths and regions” – Tinubu rejects Trump’s designation of Nigeria as ‘country of particular concern’
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to label Nigeria a “country of particular concern” over alleged religious persecution. In a statement issued on Saturday, Tinubu maintained that Nigeria remains a democratic nation built on constitutional guarantees of religious freedom and tolerance for all faiths. The statement read: “Nigeria stands firmly as a democracy governed by constitutional guarantees of religious liberty. “Since 2023, our administration has maintained an open and active engagement with Christian and Muslim leaders alike and continues to address security challenges which affect citizens across faiths and regions. “The characterisation of Nigeria as…
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You all have gone crazy – Nigerian lady berates women who leave their marriages because of side chicks
An Abuja-based lady, A’rafatullah Ozoza, has stirred controversy online after criticizing women who end their marriages because their husbands have side chicks. In a Facebook post on Thursday, October 30, Ozoza wrote: “All of una don dey craze walai. So una dey leave una marriage cox ur husband get side chicks? Una never really ready to settle down.” Her post has sparked mixed reactions, with some social media users accusing her of normalizing infidelity, while others agreed that women should learn to be more tolerant in marriage.
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I almost quit music and moved abroad after MoHits ended – Don Jazzy opens up
Nigerian producer and music executive, Don Jazzy, has opened up about how the sudden collapse of MoHits Records in 2012 nearly ended his music career. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the Mavin Records boss revealed that the fallout with his former partner, D’banj, left him deeply discouraged and ready to relocate abroad. “When MoHits ended, I thought that was it. I almost packed up to move abroad. But friends encouraged me to stay and start again, and Mavin Records was born. Since then, I’ve learned not to let anything break me,” Don Jazzy said. The experience, he added,…
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Fela Kuti is only African artist greater than me – Burna Boy
Grammy-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stirred reactions after declaring that Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is the only African artist greater than him. Speaking during a recent livestream with Australian streamer Playboymax, Burna Boy boldly stated, “He [Fela Kuti] is the king. He is the only one [African artist] who is greater than me. He is the only one.” The remark sparked widespread debate among fans and music lovers, with some applauding his confidence and others calling the statement arrogant. Burna Boy, who has often credited Fela as a major influence on his music, continues…
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