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“It was a part of me, we lost lives” – Timaya narrates Odi 1999 massacre
Timaya, a Nigerian singer revisited the ordeal that took place in Bayelsa state. He stated that the attack was carried out by the Nigerian Army against the predominantly Ijaw town on the order of the government. The singer explained that the massacre was also personal to him, stressing that his mother owned a bakery in the town of Odi. According to him, the military operation resulted in the loss of lives and properties. Timaya said…
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Nigeria raised me. America challenged me- Actress Grace Charis Bassey says as she becomes U.S. sailor and citizen
Former Nigerian actress Grace Charis Bassey formerly known as Belinda Effah, has officially joined the United States Navy and become a U.S. citizen. She shared the news via her Instagram, posting photos and videos of herself in uniform as she marched proudly during her graduation from boot camp. “First, all glory to God,” she wrote. “Last week, I graduated from U.S. Navy boot camp as a Sailor and took the oath as a citizen of…
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“You cannot insult and attack your way out of SMELL in Lagos. Get to work and fix it” – Activist, Aisha Yesufu slams Lagos Commissioner for Environment, Tokunbo Wahab
Activist Aisha Yesufu has called on Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, to focus on addressing sanitation issues in the state, which many have described as having a foul odor. In a post on X, Yesufu noted that former governor Babatunde Fashola did not respond defensively when similar criticisms were made during his tenure. Instead, he took action to improve hygiene and clean up affected areas. She urged Wahab to take…
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I had a cancer scare and I had my thyroid removed – Actress, Mercy Johnson speaks on weight loss
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has spoken candidly about her health challenges and noticeable weight loss. Her recent physical transformation stirred concern and widespread speculation on social media. In a conversation with veteran actress Joke Silva, Okojie revealed that she had experienced a cancer scare, which led to her undergoing thyroid removal surgery. She said, “I had a cancer scare and I had my thyroid removed. I was like a journey for us because we have…
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Arise TV personality, Ayo Mairo-Ese and husband expecting their first child
Arise TV personality Ayo Mario-Ese and her husband are expecting their first child. She announced the news on social media with photos from her maternity shoot, expressing gratitude and faith. ‘’What we have been up to lately…. “For God says, “At just the right time, I heard you. On the day of salvation, I helped you.” Indeed, the “right time” is now. Today is the day of salvation.” 2 Corinthians 6:2 NLT ”God is faithful…
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Many feared dead in another accident on Karu Bridge
Another unfortunate accident has taken place on Karu Bridge, along the Nyanya-Keffi road in Abuja. According to eyewitnesses, the collision involved a trailer and a vehicle transporting sachet water, popularly known as “pure water.” This incident occurred less than 24 hours after a deadly crash at the same spot, sparking renewed concerns about safety on the heavily trafficked route.
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There is no vacancy in aso rock – Joe Igbokwe reacts as Atiku reportedly seals deal with Obi
Joe Igbokwe, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), dismissed reports of a political alliance between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 elections. Igbokwe characterized such speculations as mere “rumours,” emphasizing that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains the dominant political figure in Nigeria and is poised to continue leading the country until 2031. He further asserted that any presidential aspirant harboring ambitions…
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PDP crisis: Those who do not abide by the rules will be thrown out – Bode George
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Bode George, has said that those who cannot abide by the rules and regulations of the party would be thrown out. He said this would be one of the key decisions of the National Executive Council, NEC, of the party when they meet later this month. According to him, most politicians in the party were only interested in their personal gain and showed little or no…
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2027: No one with Capacity to challenge Tinubu – Tanko Yakasai
Elder statesman Alhaji Tanko Yakasai has expressed strong confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is virtually unbeatable in the 2027 presidential election. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, Yakasai emphasized that Tinubu remains the most dominant figure in Nigerian politics, citing his vast support base and the fragmented state of the opposition. “Right now, I don’t see anyone with the structure, reach, or capacity to seriously challenge…
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Pasuma escape thugs attack on convoy in Osun
Tension gripped Ikire, a town in Irewole local government area of Osun State, on Sunday following an attack on the convoy of popular Fuji musician, Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma The attack, which occurred in the afternoon, involved suspected hoodlums who reportedly stoned and shot at the vehicles in the convoy, including a black Hummer Jeep and a white Hilux truck. Eyewitnesses at the scene said the vehicles sustained visible damage. However, it remains unclear whether…
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I made Jarvis reject N3bn offer from Netflix to play kissing role – Peller claims
Nigerian online streamer and content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has claimed that he once made his girlfriend Jarvis turn down a N3bn offer from Netflix to shoot a kissing scene. The Tik Toker made the claim during a recent livestream with singer Peter of P-Square. Peller said, “Netflix offered 3 billion Naira my girlfriend, Jarvis to do a kissing scene, but I turned it down.” Peter asked, “Do you mean N3 million or…
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“We had a political system before the Europeans came, let’s build it” – APC chieftain, Cole says
Tonye Cole, the 2023 governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has called for a reevaluation of Nigeria’s presidential system of government. Cole argued that the current system is ill-suited for the country’s needs, suggesting that many Africans share similar discomfort with their respective political systems. This statement adds to Cole’s ongoing critique of political dynamics in Rivers State. He has previously described the state’s political environment as a “running joke”…
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