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Justice Binta Nyako’s son and husband are facing corruption charges and she’s been told that if she convicts me, they will be let off – IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu lashes in court
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has accused Justice Binta Nyako of bias in his trial, alleging that she is under pressure to convict him in exchange for leniency in corruption charges against her husband and son. Speaking in court, Kanu criticized the Nigerian judiciary, stating, “Poor knowledge of the law is killing Nigeria.” He argued that his push for self-rule is not a crime and cited legal rulings that he believes invalidate his trial. Kanu also…
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Under Igbo customary law, Payment of bride price is what validates paternity and not even DNA – Lawyer Stan Alieke
Nigerian lawyer Stan Alieke asserts that under Igbo customary law, a child’s paternity is validated by the payment of the bride price rather than the results of a DNA test. In a post on his Instastories, Alieke explained that if a man has not paid the bride price of his child’s mother, the child is considered “fatherless” or illegitimate. He further stated that a father cannot claim custody of his child until he fulfills the…
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My wife sending nudes to men – Gospel singer Paul Nwokocha’s second marriage crashes
Nigerian gospel singer Paul Nwokocha’s marriage to his second wife, Goodness Nwokocha, has reportedly ended. Nwokocha married Goodness in September 2023 after accusing his first wife, Alice Nwokocha, of maltreatment, which led to their separation. Goodness, originally from Nkpa in Abia State, allegedly had no prior relationship with the singer before their marriage. She relocated from Lagos to be with him at the insistence of his uncles, without conducting background checks. According to a family…
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Actor, John Dumelo appointed Deputy Food and Agriculture Minister in Ghana
Ghanaian actor, farmer, and entrepreneur John Kofi Setor Dumelo has been appointed as the Deputy Minister-designate for Food and Agriculture in Ghana. Currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, Dumelo has been a strong advocate for agriculture and youth engagement in the sector. Beyond acting, he has actively promoted agriculture through crop and animal farming, encouraging Ghanaian youth to explore the sector as a career path.
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Nigerians in America now hide and avoid quarrels over fear of deportation – US-based Professor, Nimi Wariboko
Professor Nimi Wariboko, a Social Ethics expert at Boston University, has raised concerns over the fear gripping Nigerians in the U.S. following President Donald Trump’s intensified crackdown on undocumented immigrants. Speaking on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television, Wariboko described the anxiety among Nigerians without legal status, noting that many are living in fear of deportation, hiding, or worried about potential immigration raids. Trump, who began his second term on January 20, 2025,…
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There is no Annie without 2face. 2face is the trophy – Blessing CEO
Following the divorce saga between singer 2Face Idibia and his wife, Annie, debates continues to unfold, relationship expert Blessing CEO Okoro has stated that she feels no sympathy for Annie’s situation. She argued that over the years, Annie has remained in the shadow of being 2Face’s wife, failing to build her own identity. As a result, she claimed, people do not see Annie for who she truly is but instead associate her solely with her…
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Kaduna: I support probe of my father’s tenure – El-Rufai’s son, Mohammed
Mohammed, the eldest son of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that he has no objections to the Kaduna State government investigating his father’s tenure. However, he emphasized that the process should be conducted with transparency and without bias. Speaking in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Saturday, the lawmaker representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives stressed the importance of accountability but cautioned that any probe should not be driven…
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Nollywood, social media, prosperity preaching by religious institutions fueling get-rich-quick syndrome – Remi Tinubu
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has attributed Nigeria’s high rate of human trafficking to misleading messages from movies, social media, and some religious organizations promoting a get-rich-quick mentality. Speaking on February 7 during a visit from NAPTIP’s Director-General, Binta Bello, at the State House in Abuja, she reaffirmed her support for the agency’s fight against human trafficking. Mrs. Tinubu, who was briefed on NAPTIP’s recent raid on a baby factory in Abuja that rescued 19 pregnant…
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If your partner doesn’t constantly check on you, dump them- X user says as he shares story of how his brother was saved by his wife who he calls every hour
An X user has advised people to fling” their partners if they fail to constantly check on them. He stated this while sharing a story of how his brother was saved by his wife who he calls every hour. He said his brother and his newly married wife developed the habit of calling each other every hour. He said sometime in March 2024, she tried calling him but he wasn’t answering his calls. After several attempts…
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My uncle Okocha Will Always Be My Idol – Alex Iwobi
Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has named former Nigerian international Austine Okocha as his greatest inspiration. Iwobi has delivered outstanding performances for Fulham this season across various competitions, showcasing his ability to handle pressure and express his skills and qualities he attributes to lessons learned from Okocha, who is also his uncle. Speaking on the Is This Seat Taken? podcast, Iwobi acknowledged Okocha’s significant influence on his football career. “In the sports? Forever…
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PDP now servant to APC because of Wike’s ministerial appointment – Kenneth Okonkwo
Former Labour Party spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have become subservient to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Okonkwo attributed the ongoing crisis within the PDP to its own missteps, particularly the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by the APC-led government. He argued that President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Wike weakened the PDP’s position as a formidable opposition party.…
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Igbo man claims he’s fighting for Biafra, killing his own people – Yul Edochie
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has condemned the rising violence in southeastern Nigeria. Expressing his concern in a Facebook post on Friday, Edochie criticized those who claim to be fighting for Biafra but end up harming their own people. He emphasized that there is no justification for attacking others, regardless of differences in ideology. According to Edochie, only a coward resorts to killing his own people to prove a point, whereas a truly brave person would…
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