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The Idibia’s family petitions Police, accuses Natasha of assault, financial misappropriation, bigamy
Idibia Family Petitions IGP Against Natasha OsawuruThe family of singer 2Face Idibia (Innocent Idibia) has formally petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) in Nigeria against his current partner, Natasha Osawuru. The petition, which became public on Thursday, makes serious allegations against her, The Idibia family is urging the Nigerian police to investigate incidents that they claim have caused the singer financial loss, emotional distress, and reputational damage. The petition explains that reports from 2Face…
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My family Destroyed my Marriage with Annie, and now they’re after Natasha – 2face Idibia
Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Baba, has publicly accused his family members of continuous and detrimental interference in his personal life, asserting that their actions ultimately led to the dissolution of his marriage to actress Annie Idibia. In an emotional video clip shared online, the celebrated singer escalated the seriousness of the situation, claiming that the ongoing conflict has resulted in death threats being issued against his current partner, Natasha. “I’m okay.…
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2026 Elections: Majority of appointments will be allocated to the Youths if elected- Rotimi Amaechi states
Rotimi Amaechi, the former governor of Rivers State, has announced his intention to contest for the Nigerian presidency, stating that if elected, he plans to implement a cabinet split equally between male and female ministers. Amaechi’s statement remains: If elected, the cabinet would consist of 21 female and 21 male ministers, as he seeks to demonstrate that good performance is not determined by one’s gender. Amaechi, who made the remarks at a recent event in…
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We will fight drug abuse to finish – Emir Sanusi
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has pledged that the Kano Emirate Council will intensify efforts to combat drug abuse across the state. The Emir made the declaration at a three-day stakeholders’ summit on drug abuse organised by the Kano Reformative Centre in Kiru. He said the Emirate Council, as a custodian of culture and moral values, will continue to use its influence and leadership to support the anti-drug campaign. Emir Sanusi stressed…
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President Tinubu swears in Gen. Musa as Defence Minister
President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, December 4, officially swore in former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (rtd), as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. The brief ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa, barely 24 hours after the Senate screened and confirmed his nomination. Musa’s appointment followed the resignation of Mohammed Badaru, who stepped down from the position on health grounds. Tinubu had forwarded Musa’s name to the Senate earlier in the week for…
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‘I’m not afraid of death, only poverty’ – Peter Okoye
Famous Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has revealed that his greatest fear in life is poverty, not death. Speaking on a recent episode of the Nancy Isime Show, the music star said his past experiences shaped that fear. He recalled a painful childhood incident when his family’s rented single-room apartment was demolished after the landlord sold the property. According to him, that moment left a lasting impression, and he never wants…
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BREAKING: Super Eagles captain, Troost-Ekong retires few weeks before AFCON 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has announced his retirement from international football after a decade of service to Nigeria. The 31-year-old said his final appearance was the 2026 World Cup playoff loss to DR Congo. In an emotional statement, he reflected on his journey since his debut in 2015 under the late Stephen Keshi, describing it as the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. Troost-Ekong earned 83 caps, played in five major tournaments, and won three…
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Insecurity: “Is this the renewed hope you promised Nigerians?” – Yul Edochie criticizes President Tinubu
Hollywood actor Yul Edochie has openly criticised President Bola Tinubu over the worsening state of insecurity and the rising cost of living in the country. Despite being a known supporter of the President, Yul expressed concern over what he described as the growing takeover of communities by bandits and the continuous loss of innocent lives. He warned that the bloodshed across the country is becoming increasingly alarming. The actor also lamented the unbearable hardship Nigerians…
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Insecurity: Let every community properly arm their youths – Actress Rita Edochie advises
Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has called on community leaders to take decisive action in tackling the rising insecurity across Nigeria. Sharing a photo of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on Instagram, Rita noted that he had earlier warned Nigerians about the spread of terrorists but was ignored and criticised at the time. In her post, she proposed that community leaders should identify the strongest individuals in their communities and…
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Insecurity: Tinubu Was Right to Ask Jonathan to Step Down — Bwala
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has defended Tinubu’s 2014 call for former President Goodluck Jonathan to resign after the abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls, insisting the criticism was justified at the time. The Chibok kidnapping, which occurred in 2014, was Nigeria’s first major mass school abduction and drew global outrage. Tinubu, then a leading opposition figure, had accused Jonathan of failing to secure the country and demanded his resignation.…
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‘My resignation not over US, Tinubu military threat’ — Ex-Defence Minister Badaru
Former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has dismissed a viral report claiming he resigned from office because he could not “stand and watch the US and Tinubu government bombing our brothers in the forest.” In a statement issued on Wednesday, Badaru described the publication as false, malicious, and deliberately misleading. He said he never made such comments, nor were they made by anyone authorised to speak on his behalf. According to him, the report…
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“Let’s give the man the opportunity to give Nigerians hope, Trump on our neck” – Akpabio rebukes senators over ‘Bow and Go’ call for Musa
Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Wednesday cautioned senators against rushing the screening of former Chief of Defence Staff and Defence Minister nominee, General Christopher Musa (rtd), through a “bow and go” procedure. Akpabio said the level of pressure on Nigeria from the international community — including the United States under President Donald Trump — makes it necessary for Musa to be thoroughly questioned. He stressed that there are critical issues, especially around national insecurity, that…
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