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Human hairs, wigs sacrificed to deities, carry bad luck – Singer, Natalie Okri shares
British singer Natalie Okri has claimed that some human hair used for wigs is originally sacrificed to deities and unknown gods. In a video on her Instagram page, she explained that in parts of Asia, women offer their hair at temples as a ritual to shed bad luck and poverty. She stopped wearing wigs after learning that these hairs are often sold to vendors, suggesting that black women wearing them might unknowingly carry negative energy.…
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I believe that women are not the weaker vessel but I do not support them disrespecting their husbands – Funke Akindele
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has affirmed her stance as a feminist but emphasized that she does not support women disrespecting their husbands. Speaking in an interview with skitmaker Kamo State and his wife, the mother of two stated that she does not view women as the weaker sex or vessel. She said; “I’m a feminist, but I do not support a woman disrespecting her husband. Do what is right. I believe that we are not…
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Peter Obi wouldn’t have done anything differently – Businessman, Cosmas Maduka laments state of the Nation
Business magnate Cosmas Maduka believes that Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, would not have acted differently from the current administration had he won the 2023 election. Speaking on the Mic On podcast with Seun Okinbaloye on Saturday, February 22, Maduka, who chairs Coscharis Group, argued that despite economic challenges, Nigeria is on the right path. He emphasized that key policies, such as subsidy removal, were unavoidable, regardless of who held power. “People have asked…
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IBB’s book: If we are not careful, the Nigerian elite will normalise deceit or fraud – Businessman Atedo Peterside says
Businessman Atedo Peterside has warned that if caution is not exercised, the Nigerian elite may end up normalizing deceit and fraud. He made this statement during an interview on Channels TV on February 23 while discussing the recent launch of Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s memoir. According to him, the elite have successes in normalizing all sorts of things and we need to draw the line. He said; ’If we are not careful, the Nigerian elite will…
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Ohanaeze seeks apology and ₦10trn compensation from president Tinubu after IBB revealed that igbos were not behind 1996 coup
Former military President Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, in his book A Journey in Service, debunked claims that the 1966 coup was an Igbo-led plot, stating that its primary aim was to free Chief Obafemi Awolowo and install him as Prime Minister. He highlighted the involvement of officers from various ethnic backgrounds, including non-Igbos, and noted that some Igbo officers were also victims of the coup. In response, the Igbo socio-political group Ohanaeze Ndigbo has demanded an…
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IBB’s book: ‘History will judge my father favourably one day’ – Abacha’s son, Sadiq
Sadiq Abacha, son of the late Nigerian military Head of State, General Sani Abacha, has defended his father’s legacy despite continued criticism. In a Facebook post on Saturday, he described Abacha as a victim of envy and betrayal. Expressing pride in his father, Sadiq stated that history would eventually judge him favorably, adding that many of his critics secretly wished to be in his position. “The man Abacha — you have always been the one…
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Natasha: ‘Akpabio worst Senate president ever, no respect for female colleagues’ – Deji Adeyanju
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has labeled Senator Godswill Akpabio as the “worst Senate President” Nigeria has ever had. In a Facebook post on Friday night, he reacted to the chaos that erupted in the Senate chamber on Thursday. The uproar occurred when Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan refused to sit in a newly assigned seat, arguing that her privileges were being violated. A viral video showed her challenging Akpabio, stating, “I am not afraid of you.” Adeyanju…
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‘I am the most bullied widow in Nigeria’ – Mohbad’s wife, Omowunmi
Omowunmi Aloba, widow of the late Nigerian singer Mohbad, has described herself as “the most bullied widow” in the country. She accused her father-in-law, Joseph Aloba, of instigating public hostility against her by insisting on a DNA test for her son, Liam. Omowunmi revealed that she and Joseph were once close before Mohbad’s passing and claimed he had pressured her and her late husband into having a child through fasting and prayers, despite their initial…
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Anyone who believes IBB’s book will follow him to damnation – Abacha’s grandson
Raees Abacha, grandson of the late military Head of State, Sani Abacha, has challenged the claims in General Ibrahim Babangida’s memoir, Journey In Service. He asserted that his grandfather actually saved Babangida’s life and reputation during their time in the military, contrary to Babangida’s account of Abacha attempting to overthrow him. Babangida’s book, which describes Abacha as his biggest challenge and accuses him of plotting a coup, has reignited debates on Nigeria’s political history. Reacting…
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“I met my wife on Telegram”– Pastor Femi Lazarus
Pastor Femi Lazarus, founder of Light Nation Global Church, has revealed that he met his wife during a prayer session on Telegram. Speaking to his congregation about the various ways people can meet their destined partners, he recalled that during her first visit to his church, she was the first woman to confidently look him straight in the eyes. “I met my wife on Telegram, I’m telling you. We will be praying and she would…
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Prophet Jeremiah, Odumeje, others practice juju – Fr Kelvin exposes Nigerian churches
Rev. Fr. Kelvin Ugwu, a Catholic missionary priest in Gambia, has expressed concern over the influence of traditional juju beliefs in churches. He noted that many who visit native doctors are the same people who attend church services every Sunday, leading to the incorporation of juju practices into Christian worship. In a Facebook post, Ugwu claimed that over 90% of Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyins activities, including selling water and oil, are rooted in juju. He…
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1966 not Igbo coup, Kaduna Nzeogwu was only Igbo in name, born and raised in Kaduna – IBB
Former Military Head of State, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), has refuted claims that the 1966 military coup was ethnically motivated. In his newly released book, A Journey in Service, he stated that the coup leader, Kaduna Nzeogwu, was Igbo only by name but was more culturally Hausa. Babangida also condemned Nzeogwu’s assassination of Sir Ahmadu Bello and his wife, Hafsatu, calling it a heinous act against widely respected figures. He wrote: “For instance, the head…
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