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Police recover N50m stolen from Mr Ibu, charge son, lover to court
The Nigerian Police, through its Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCID) in Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos State, has officially verified the apprehension of Oyeabuchi Daniel Okafor, the son of renowned comic actor John Okafor, also known as Mr. Ibu, along with Jasmine Chioma Okekeagwu, his adopted daughter. The arrest is in connection with an alleged conspiracy to defraud the actor of a sum totaling N55 million. A press statement issued on Thursday, January 25, revealed…
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Fela used to send his PA to London to buy ice cream and his favorite sweet for him – Seun Kuti says being a pan-africanist does not imply enduring hardship
Seun Kuti has revealed that his late father, the music legend, would send his personal assistant to London to purchase his preferred ice cream and favorite sweets, emphasizing that being a pan-Africanist doesn’t imply enduring hardship. Kuti said, “Anyone that tells you that to be a pan-Africanist is to suffer, is a liar. Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, is Fela also a liar? Do you enjoy more than Fela? “Fela used to send his PA to London to…
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President Tinubu cannot change the capital of Nigeria to Lagos, it requires a constitutional amendment – Shehu Sani
Former Senator from Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani emphasized that President Bola Tinubu lacks the authority to shift the federal capital from Abuja to Lagos State. Sani stressed that such a relocation could only occur through a constitutional amendment, not at the discretion of the president or any group. He encouraged Senators to thoughtfully discuss the matter during plenary sessions, as per his post on X. According to Sani: “Abuja’s status as the Federal Capital of…
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I never intended to marry a singer – Simi
Nigerian Singer, Simi has revealed in an interview on the ‘Tea With Tay’ podcast that she never planned to marry a fellow musician. She shared that she initially met her husband, Adekunle Gold, when he was working as a graphics designer. At that time, she perceived him as a fan who had patiently awaited the opportunity to connect with her on Facebook. “I didn’t know my husband was singing when I met him because I…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s Assasination plot: MNK was never meant to get a fair trial. President Tinubu should wash his hands off – IPOB lawyer, Ejimakor
Aloy Ejimakor, the Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has urged President Bola Tinubu to disassociate himself from the agitator’s case and ensure his release. This call comes in response to revelations that former President Muhammadu Buhari prevented his government from resorting to assassination in handling Kanu’s situation. Ejimakor contends that Femi Adesina’s disclosure indicates that Kanu was not intended to receive a fair trial in Nigeria. Posting…
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January my free trial month, I’ll start my year in February – Tiwa Savage declares
Tiwa Savage has declared that her 2024 journey will commence on February 1st, designating January as a free trial month She shared this insight into her plans via a post on her Instagram story on Wednesday. She wrote, “I have decided that my 2024 will start February 1st. January is definitely a free trial month.”
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The standard of the Church keeps going lower and lower by the day – Doyin gives reason why she no longer goes to church
Reality TV star, Doyin has disclosed the reason behind her decision to cease attending church, despite identifying as a Christian. In response to news about an American pastor embezzling $1.3 million from congregants, Doyin expressed concern about the declining standards within Christianity, sharing her thoughts via her Instagram story. She wrote; “People ask me why I no longer go to church. Ridiculous things like this is the reason. Just imagine this one saying, God asked…
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I want my family to experience Nigeria the way I experienced it – Reality TV star, Seyi Awolowo speaks on joining politics
Reality TV star, Seyi Awolowo has shared his intention to join politics, citing societal expectations linked to being the descendant of the late chief Obafemi Awolowo. In a recent interview on Channels TV’s ‘The Morning Brief,’ the 33-year-old, who is the 20th grandchild of the renowned Nigerian nationalist, expressed potential interest in politics, influenced by the current state of affairs in the country. He said; “To be honest, I would have loved not to get…
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Tinubu leaves Nigeria for France
President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a ‘private visit’ to Paris, France, as announced by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. The statement didn’t specify the purpose of the trip but confirmed it to be a private visit, with the President expected to return to Nigeria in the first week of February 2024. It’s worth noting that Tinubu recently hosted the United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Tuesday.
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Nnamdi Kanu assassination plot: Buhari got me arrested 11 times during his 8 years term. He was a tyrant – Adeyanju
Activist Deji Adeyanju expressed the challenges of surviving the Muhammadu Buhari administration, characterizing the former President as a tyrant. Adeyanju responded to Femi Adesina’s revelation about the past administration’s consideration of eliminating Nnamdi Kanu, leader of IPOB. Adesina’s book, ‘Working with Buhari,’ detailed Buhari’s preference for Kanu’s arrest over elimination. Adeyanju, citing his own experience, highlighted being arrested 11 times during Buhari’s tenure. Posting on X, Adeyanju wrote: “So Buhari contemplated killing Nnamdi Kanu? We…
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CBN Governor predicts decrease in pump price of Petrol in 2024
Yemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has predicted a decrease in the pump price of petrol in 2024. Cardoso attributed this anticipated reduction to the operational commencement of both government and privately-owned refineries. He made this announcement on January 24 during the launch of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) 2024 Macroeconomic Outlook Report in Lagos. The CBN governor said the expected “stabilisation or reduction in fuel costs is poised…
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You’ll remain poor if paid for service to God – Pastor Ibiyeomie
Pastor David Ibiyeomie from Salvation Ministries has cautioned his congregation, stating that if they receive payment for their service to the church, they will remain trapped in poverty. He contends that according to a biblical passage, blessings come from serving God without expecting monetary compensation. This message was conveyed in a video circulating online on Wednesday. He said; “You are beating drums and they pay you if you are hearing me from anywhere in the…
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