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Yoruba Nollywood Veteran Taiwo Adeshina ‘Elegbeje Ado’ Dies
The Yoruba film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor Taiwo Adeshina, widely recognized by his stage name, Elegbeje Ado. His passing was officially confirmed on Tuesday through a tribute posted on Instagram by fellow actor Kunle Afod. Adeshina reportedly passed away on Monday, June 29, following a brief illness. Reflecting on his impact, Afod wrote, “We regret to announce the passing of one of the legends of the Yoruba Nollywood industry, Baba Elegbeje…
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Carter Efe reacts after Babcock disputes his alleged first-class certificate
Popular content creator and streamer, Odahohwo Joseph Efe, better known as Carter Efe, has finally reacted to the controversy surrounding a viral certificate that purportedly claimed he graduated from Babcock University with a first-class degree. The institution had previously issued a formal denial regarding the document, sparking widespread debate online. In a video addressing the matter, the skit maker appeared unfazed by the institution’s statement. Rather than offering a direct apology or explanation, he adopted…
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Court Grants Sowore Bail Amid Strict Conditions
Activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has been granted bail in the sum of ₦200 million by the Federal High Court in Abuja. This ruling comes after he spent over a week at the Kuje Correctional Centre following the revocation of his previous bail. Justice Mohammed Umar set stringent conditions for his release, requiring two sureties. One surety must be a traditional ruler from Sowore’s home community in Ese-Odo, Ondo State,…
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God only solution to insecurity in Nigeria – Kumuyi
The General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William F. Kumuyi, has said only God is the solution to Nigeria’s security challenges. Addressing newsmen after paying a courtesy visit to Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, at the Government House, Kumuyi urged Nigerians to seek God’s intervention in addressing the insecurity confronting the country. The visit was part of activities lined up for the week-long Global Crusade in Gboko and Otukpo Local Government Areas…
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FCT projects: Abuja traditional rulers don’t ask contractors for bribe unlike other places – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday declared that traditional rulers in the capital city don’t ask contractors for bribe before projects are embarked upon. Wike disclosed that traditional rulers in the FCT support contractors to ensure that roads and other projects of the FCT Administration are done to its logical conclusion and to the interest of the people. Speaking during the commissioning of the newly constructed Gomani-Dafa-Yangoji roads in…
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“You Don’t Expect Tinubu to Wear Khaki and Fight Terrorists Himself” — Pastor Adeboye Defends President
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticism over Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, insisting that the President has fulfilled his role as Commander-in-Chief by giving directives to security agencies. Speaking at the US-Nigeria Faith Heroes Award Gala in Washington, D.C., Adeboye said it was unfair to blame Tinubu for not personally confronting terrorists on the battlefield. “I don’t support those accusing the President…
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Tragedy in Borno: Terrorists Abduct Students During Exam
Terrorists suspected to be affiliated with Boko Haram and ISWAP launched a violent attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, this morning. The assailants stormed the premises at approximately 9 a.m. while students were sitting for their National Examinations Council (NECO) papers. The attack triggered widespread panic as gunmen fired sporadically, killing one teacher during the chaos. Following the assault, the terrorists abducted an unspecified number of…
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2027: Tinubu, APC will be massively defeated – Dickson
National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Seriake Dickson, has said that President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress, APC, will be defeated in the 2027 general elections. Dickson made this remark on Sunday while fielding questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. He was speaking on the forthcoming next year’s general elections and the preparedness of the NDC for the polls. “As leader of the NDC, and…
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2027: NDC will overcome current crisis – Kwankwaso
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called for calm among party supporters following recent judicial developments. He emphasized that the party remains steadfast in its mission to prepare for the 2027 general elections despite current legal setbacks. Kwankwaso’s statement followed a courtesy visit to the NDC’s National Leader, Seriake Dickson, at his Abuja residence. He described the meeting as a strategic effort to bolster the party’s unity and…
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Deregistration: NDC case orchestrated, filed two days after Peter Obi joined party — Rufai Oseni
Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni has characterized the recent legal challenges against the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a calculated attempt to weaken the political opposition. Speaking on The Morning Show, Oseni noted the suspicious timing of the litigation, which surfaced shortly after Peter Obi’s move to the party. Highlighting the timeline of these events, Oseni stated, “Peter Obi officially went to the NDC on the 3rd of May. The case was filed on the…
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2027: Atiku alleges fresh plot to exclude ADC from ballot
Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over a fresh plot to keep the opposition party, the African Democratic Congress, off the ballot in the 2027 general elections. In a statement by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, he said elements within President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government want to use political and legal machinations to exclude the ADC from the ballot. Atiku urged its supporters to reject…
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FCT projects: My govt injecting life into economy – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Monday declared that roads being constructed by his administration are injecting life in the economy. Tinubu spoke during the official commissioning of the newly rehabilitated and expanded roads from Karu Interchange to Customs Clinic Junction including other adjoining roads in the Karu area of Abuja. The road is part of projects to mark Tinubu’s third year anniversary and the President was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima. He noted that the road stands…
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