Controversial Nigerian street-pop singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has accused his father of theft, financial exploitation and years of neglect, sparking widespread reactions online. In a viral video, the singer alleged that his father took his shoes and clothes without consent and has been aggressively laying claim to his properties, despite offering no support during his upbringing. Portable further claimed that his father had access to the phone numbers of his baby mamas, whom he allegedly contacted repeatedly to demand money. He controversially likened his father’s behaviour to…
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PwC: Poverty to Hit 141 Million Nigerians by 2026
At least 141 million Nigerians are projected to be living in poverty by 2026, representing about 62 per cent of the population, according to PwC’s Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026. The report, titled “Turning Macroeconomic Stability into Sustainable Growth,” warns that weak real income growth and persistently high living costs will push more households below the poverty line, despite recent economic reforms. PwC noted that most Nigerians are unlikely to see income increases sufficient to offset rising prices, particularly food costs, which account for up to 70 per cent of consumption…
Read MoreDJ Cuppy Announces Social Media Break for Spiritual Reflection
Popular Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress, Florence Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has announced a short break from social media, citing the need for personal and spiritual renewal. The 33-year-old entertainer made the announcement on Monday via her X (formerly Twitter) page, explaining that she needs quiet time away from online activities to reconnect with herself and God. “Never done this before, but I’m taking a short break from social media. I need some quiet time with myself and time being hidden with God… I’m just taking a…
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