Nollywood Actress Tope Osoba Dies One Year After Surviving Breast Cancer

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The Nigerian entertainment industry is mourning the death of veteran Nollywood actress and producer Temitope Kofoworola Osoba, popularly known as Tope Osoba. The actress reportedly passed away on Wednesday, about a year after making an inspiring return to acting following her battle with breast cancer. Her death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, fans, and well-wishers, who have described her as a talented actress and a symbol of courage. Tope Osoba publicly revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in 2024 and underwent treatment with support from fellow actors and…

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Nigerian Army Arrests Two Soldiers Over Alleged Unauthorized Security Role at TikToker Peller’s Wedding

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The Nigerian Army has arrested two serving soldiers over their alleged involvement in an unauthorized security deployment during the star-studded wedding of popular content creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, and TikTok personality Jarvis in Lekki, Lagos. The soldiers were reportedly apprehended on Tuesday following intelligence reports that military personnel had been deployed without authorization to provide security at the celebrity wedding, which took place over the weekend. The arrested personnel were identified as Private Onasanya Ifeoluwa (Service No. 23NA/85/10007) and Private Ukpai Onyinyechi (Service No. 23NA/85/7885), both attached…

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P-Square Feud Deepens as Peter Okoye Alleges Assault, Property Dispute with Jude and Paul in Viral Video

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  The long-running family feud involving Nigerian music duo P-Square has taken another dramatic turn after Peter Okoye released a viral video detailing fresh allegations against his twin brother, Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), and their elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye. The emotional video, which has sparked widespread reactions across social media, sees Peter recounting several incidents he claims contributed to the complete breakdown of their relationship. According to Peter, one of the major flashpoints involved a dispute over a jointly owned property in Atlanta, United States. He alleged that…

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Peller Alleges Most US Dollar Bills Sprayed at His Traditional Wedding Were Fake

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Popular Nigerian TikTok star and content creator, Peller, has sparked reactions on social media after alleging that most of the US dollar bills sprayed on him during his traditional wedding ceremony were fake. The social media personality made the revelation in a video while expressing disappointment over the incident. According to him, what was supposed to be a memorable celebration was overshadowed by the discovery that many of the dollar notes showered on the couple were counterfeit. Peller lamented that he had expected genuine gifts from friends, associates, and well-wishers…

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Oloolu Festival: Female TikToker Denies Filming Sacred Masquerade, Says She Recorded Aláwo Oloolu

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A female TikTok content creator at the centre of the controversy surrounding the 2026 Oloolu Festival in Ibadan, Oyo State, has denied widespread claims that she filmed the sacred Oloolu masquerade, insisting that she neither recorded the revered traditional figure nor died as rumoured on social media. The woman, identified as Wasilat, made the clarification during a telephone interview on Lagelu FM’s Ibi Aye N Lo programme, where she recounted the events that led to the viral controversy. According to her, she had gone to her family’s shop in the…

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Evolve or fall behind, industry leaders tell advertising professionals

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Advertising professionals have been urged to continuously evolve their skills, operating models and creative approaches to remain relevant in an industry being reshaped by artificial intelligence, changing consumer behaviour and emerging technologies. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria in Lagos, Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, described the transformation of advertising as an opportunity for practitioners to rethink how they create value, serve clients and connect brands with consumers. Addressing participants on the theme, “AdVolution: The End of Advertising…

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Popular Nigerian Juju Singer St Janet Dies After Brief Illness

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The Nigerian music industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Juju and Highlife musician St Janet, whose real name was Iyun Janet Ajilore. The veteran entertainer reportedly passed away on Saturday after a brief illness, leaving fans, colleagues, and lovers of traditional Nigerian music in shock. St Janet was widely celebrated for her electrifying live performances, energetic stage presence, and unique blend of Juju and Highlife music. She built a loyal fan base over the years with her socially unfiltered party songs, vibrant performances at social…

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Kano Court Sentences 19-Year-Old Bride to Death by Hanging for Killing Husband Nine Days After Wedding

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A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 19-year-old bride, Saudat Jibrin, to death by hanging after finding her guilty of murdering her husband, Salisu Idris, just nine days after their wedding. Justice Maryam Sabo delivered the judgment on Friday, ruling that the prosecution had proved the charge of culpable homicide beyond reasonable doubt. According to court proceedings, the incident occurred on May 5, 2025, at Farawa Quarters in Kano. The prosecution, led by Lamido Abba Sorondinki, told the court that Saudat poisoned her 30-year-old husband by lacing his zobo…

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The Future Belongs to Those Who Show Up

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Confidence rarely arrives before the opportunity. It arrives afterwards, once we have found the courage to begin. By Yetunde B. Oni There is a conversation I have had, in one form or another, with many talented people over the years. It usually begins with hesitation. Someone capable and clearly gifted explains why they are not quite ready for the role, the platform, or the opportunity in front of them. They are waiting to feel certain. What I have learned, across a career in banking and through my own seasons of…

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Judge Escapes Through Courtroom Window as Suspected Bandits Storm Katsina Shari’ah Court, Threaten to Kill Him

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A Shari’ah Court judge, Mohammed Muktar, narrowly escaped death or possible abduction after suspected bandits stormed a courtroom in Gwarjo village, Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State, on Wednesday, July 29. According to reports, the armed men invaded the court while proceedings were expected to take place, firing sporadically and repeatedly demanding to know the whereabouts of Judge Mohammed Muktar. Sensing imminent danger, the judge reportedly spotted the approaching attackers from a distance and quickly escaped through a courtroom window moments before the gunmen arrived. A witness told Daily…

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