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Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Olalomi, known as Portable, has stirred the pot by accusing the late Nigerian rapper Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, of being a traitor. Mohbad, who tragically died on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27, was a former signee of Naira Marley, the founder of Marlians music label. READ ALSO: Russia denies internet report of President Putin ‘heart attack’ Following Mohbad’s death, allegations of threats to life, cyberstalking, and other crimes against him, purportedly committed by Naira Marley, emerged on social media. These allegations were subsequently confirmed by the police through an investigation.…

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has convicted the Medical Director of Optical Cancer Care Foundation, Dr Olufemi Olaleye, of defiling his wife’s niece. Justice Rahman Oshodi held that prosecution proved charges of defilement and sexual assault by penetration against Olaleye. READ ALSO: Nollywood Star Tonto Dikeh Dumps ADC for APC Oshodi said that evidence against the medical director was compelling. Details shortly ….

Renowned Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement came via a post on the APC’s official account on Monday. Tonto Dikeh, who had previously run as the Rivers State deputy governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2023 general election, was unveiled at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja. The welcoming ceremony was presided over by the party’s national women leader, Dr. Mary Alile, and the deputy national publicity secretary, Hon. Duro Meseko. READ ALSO: Actress Kate Henshaw presents as Court Decides on Doctor’s Sexual Offences, Domestic Violence “Tonto Dikeh…

Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, on Tuesday was present at the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence court to witness the judgment of the medical director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, Doctor Olufemi Olaleye, accused of defiling his wife’s niece GOOD EVENING NIGERIA learns that Olaleye was arraigned on two counts bordering on defilement and sexual assault by penetration of his wife’s niece, preferred against him by the Lagos State Government. The defendant was arraigned on November 30, 2022, and he pleaded not guilty to the offences. The offence took place at No 17, Layi Ogunbambi Close, Maryland, Lagos State. Doctor…

The Federal Government is set to automate transactions across the entire foreign exchange (FX) market, aiming to tackle widespread arbitrage and curb speculation on the Naira. The announcement came from the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during the 1st panel session at the ongoing 29th Nigeria Economic Summit (NES#29) in Abuja. Mr. Edun’s statement followed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to addressing liquidity in the FX market and clearing all backlog. Edun emphasized that the FX market currently experiences significant arbitrage in all transactions, and the government is determined to monitor these activities closely,…

United Nations (UN) Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric has said that a new aid convoy entered Gaza from Egypt through the Rafah border crossing comprises 20 trucks according to the Egyptian Red Crescent. Dujarric disclosed this while briefing reporters at UN headquarters in New York on Monday. He said that was equivalent to just four per cent of the pre-crisis level of daily needs, for commodities for Gaza’s population of more than two million. This was the third such delivery after the crossing opened on Saturday for the first time since the start of the conflict, following intense diplomatic efforts. READ ALSO:…

The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, said on Monday that President Bola Tinubu had approved additional funding for the training and empowerment of adolescent girls in the country. Mamman disclosed this while addressing State House Correspondents on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The minister said: “Two things I want to mention and comment on, which are very important parts of the deliberations and resolutions in the council today. “One, is additional funding for the training and empowerment of adolescent girls in Nigeria. One of the major policies of government is…

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the establishment of the Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation Trust Fund to raise 5 billion dollars annually. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, disclosed this while briefing State House Correspondents on the outcome of the FEC meeting, held on Monday, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Edu said ” every year we hope to be able to raise at least 5 billion dollars within this fund and this is from the various fund and sources. “We are hopeful that with the creation of this funding, we can sit down with…

President Bola Tinubu has allayed the fears of the business community, assuring that crucial plans are underway to improve foreign exchange liquidity. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement said Tinubu gave the assurance at the 29th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES), held in Abuja on Monday. Tinubu said his administration would honour every legitimate contract with respect to the nation’s foreign exchange obligations. The president said he was confident that by working closely with the private sector, financing the 3 trillion U.S. dollars national infrastructure stock could be achieved in 10 years.…

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved its judgment in the appeal brought forward by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, challenging the outcome of the presidential election held on February 25, which saw President Bola Tinubu emerge as the victor. A seven-member panel presided over the case, with members including John Okoro, Uwani Abba-Aji, Lawal Garba, Ibrahim Saulawa, Adamu Jauro, Tijjani Abubakar, and Emmanuel Agim. READ ALSO: EU foreign ministers to discuss situation in Middle East, Ukraine On Monday, both parties in the appeal presented their respective briefs of arguments, and the Supreme Court reserved its judgment for a later…

EU foreign ministers meeting in Luxembourg on Monday will discuss the Middle East crisis and continued support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, top official Josep Borell said. When it comes to the Middle East, the main question is how the EU can help prevent a regional escalation of the conflict. With regard to Ukraine, the panel needs to clarify in the coming months how the EU should participate in planned security commitments from the West. EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has suggested making longer-term financing commitments for military aid and also using EU money to support the…

Media aides to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said he was not the only person that secured signed court documents on Saturdays in 1973. The Media aides, Paul Ibe and Phrank Shaibu, made the clarification at a news conference in Abuja. Ibe said that the clarification was important following attempts by some persons to create a parallel narrative about the public life of Abubakar for securing a court document on change of name from Siddiq to Abubakar with an affidavit dated Aug. 18, 1973. He said that truly the affidavit deposed by Abubakar in 1973 wherein he expressed his wishes…

The Police Command in Enugu State said it had neutralised an alleged member of the proscribed Independent People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN). The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Enugu on Sunday. Ndukwe stated that the feat was achieved during a gun duel between the police operatives and “subversive criminals” at Igbele Village by Amachala Road, Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area. He also stated that the incident happened at about 10:45pm on October 21. READ ALSO: Fake NADECO plotting to discredit Tinubu — APC U.S…

The APC in the U.S has alerted the general public of purported plans by the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) impostor to allegedly discredit President Bola Tinubu in the United States, over his education credentials. The Chairman, APC-USA, Prof. Tai Balofin made this known in a statement in Lagos on Sunday. Balofin said they strongly believed it was their responsibility to shed light on the matter and emphasised the importance of substantiated facts over premature and unsubstantiated allegations. The chairman noted that the allegation surrounding Tinubu’s educational certificate from Chicago State University (CSU) had been addressed, with the institution confirming the…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 40-year-old Madrid, Spain-based ‘businessman’, Sherif Egbo at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, (NAIA), Abuja for drug trafficking. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said that the suspect was arrested while attempting to board an Air France flight to Paris, France, after they discovered he ingested illicit drugs. He said that the suspect was arrested on Saturday October14 after body scanner revealed he had wraps of illicit drugs in his stomach. READ ALSO: Police ban protests in…

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says breast cancer, like every other cancer, is not demonic but a medical issue that should be treated physically. The Chairman of the Cross River chapter of the association, Dr Felix Archibong, made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar during the Go Pink Day celebration. NAN reports that the Calabar Go Pink Day celebration was to sensitise the people about the dangers of breast cancer and the need for early detection for patient’s survival. READ ALSO: Boko Haram Attacks, Kills Custom Officer in Yobe The theme of…

The 2023 Trace Awards, hosted in Kigali, Rwanda, crowned Rema and Davido as the biggest winners of the event, reaffirming their status as musical powerhouses in the African and Afro-influenced music scene. Introduced by the globally renowned multimedia platform Trace, the awards sought to recognize exceptional African and Afro-influenced musicians across the African continent and its diasporas. Rema, the rising star, secured two prestigious awards. He claimed the coveted “Song of the Year” award for his chart-topping hit “Calm Down” and jointly received the “Best Global African Artist” award with Nomcebo. Notably, his collaboration with Selena Gomez on a remix…

Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, witnessed a lively spectacle this afternoon as 28-year-old Promise Nwosu, also known as “Wene Port Harcourt,” arrived in the South-South state after an extraordinary five-day walk from Lagos State in South-West Nigeria. Promise, who is from Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, embarked on an ambitious endeavor is to set a Guinness World Record for the longest distance covered on foot. He set out from the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos State on October 17 and arrived at his destination, the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt on Saturday. The distance…

Tunji Balogun, the ex husband of Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage, has expressed his admiration for the talented artist’s role in their family. The well-known talent manager, fondly known as Teebillz, shared his heartfelt sentiments, stating that Tiwa Savage has the remarkable ability to make him appear as a superhero in front of their children, even when he can’t afford things. Taking to his verified Instagram account while sharing a picture of the Somebody’s Son singer alongside the child they have together who was adorned in a graduation outfit, Teebillz via the caption section wrote, “When I see what other…

The office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF) has dismissed a report by Sahara Reporters on alleged N23 million extortion from 92 applicants vying for the post of Permanent Secretaries. Mr Mohammed Ahmed, the Director of Communications in the office of the HOCSF, made this known in a statement on Friday. The report had also alleged that the office also plans to manipulate the postings of the Permanent Secretaries to different ministries. “The attention of the office of the HOCSF has been drawn to a frivolous allegation labeled against the person of the Head of…