Kano Court Orders TikTokers to Marry Within 60 Days Over Alleged Indecent Videos

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A Magistrate Court in Kano has ordered two well-known TikTokers, Idris Mai Wushirya and Basira Yar Guda, to get married within 60 days following allegations of appearing in indecent viral videos. The ruling came after the Kano State Films and Video Censorship Board accused the duo of featuring in clips deemed contrary to the moral and religious values of the state. Presiding Magistrate Halima Wali, on Monday, directed the Kano State Hisbah Board to ensure the marriage is conducted within the stipulated period. She further warned that failure to comply…

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Sterling Bank Leads Africa’s Green Revolution with Agriculture Summit Africa 2025

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Africa’s agricultural rebirth gathers momentum as Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) 2025, the continent’s foremost platform for advancing sustainable and inclusive agricultural transformation, returns under the bold theme ‘Survival of the Greenest: Reclaiming Africa’s Food Destiny’. Scheduled for November 6–7, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, ASA 2025 is set to spotlight financing pathways to drive sustainable growth in the agricultural sector. Now in its eighth year and convened by Sterling Bank, the summit will bring together policymakers, agribusiness leaders, investors, and innovators from across Africa and beyond to explore innovative…

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Police Fire Tear Gas at ‘Free Nnamdi Kanu’ Protesters in Abuja

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Security operatives in Abuja on Monday dispersed hundreds of protesters demanding the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, using tear gas and other crowd-control measures. The demonstrators, who converged on major parts of the Federal Capital Territory under the banner #FreeNnamdiKanuNow, had planned to march toward the Presidential Villa, National Assembly, and Court of Appeal before police intervened. Eyewitnesses said the peaceful protest turned chaotic after security agents fired tear gas canisters to prevent the crowd from advancing toward restricted government areas. Several protesters were…

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#FreeNnamdiKanuNow: Abuja Residents Fume as Security Barricades Cause Gridlock

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Tension gripped parts of Abuja on Monday morning as residents and workers were left stranded following the heavy presence of security personnel who mounted barricades at major entry routes into the city. The security checkpoints, set up at strategic points, triggered massive traffic gridlock, leaving commuters from Bwari, Ushafa, Dutse, and parts of Kubwa stuck for hours on their way to the city centre. The development followed plans by activists, including Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore, to stage a protest demanding the immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader…

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Davido Commissions Abia University Hostel Named After Late Mother

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Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has honoured the memory of his late mother, Dr. Veronica Adeleke, with the unveiling of a female hostel named after her at Clifford University in Abia State. The building, called the Veronica Imade Adeleke Female Hostel, was officially commissioned on Sunday during the university’s 6th Convocation Ceremony, where Davido also delivered the commencement speech to the graduating class. In a post shared on his X handle @davido, the award-winning artist encouraged graduates to pursue purpose-driven lives, emphasizing that true greatness lies in…

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Shina Peters: I Bought My First Car at 13, Built My House at 16

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Afro-Juju legend, Sir Shina Peters, has revealed that a large portion of his fanbase — about 65 percent — are Igbos, not Yorubas. The veteran musician made this known in a teaser for an upcoming episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, scheduled to air at 6 p.m. on Monday. During the interview, the 67-year-old opened up about his early career, life challenges, and his current creative struggles. Sharing details about his remarkable early years, Shina Peters said: “I started my career at the age of 10. I had my first…

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Ned Nwoko Speaks Out, Attributes Regina Daniels’ Outburst to Drug and Alcohol Abuse

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Senator Ned Nwoko has broken his silence following a viral video showing his wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, in a distressed state, describing her recent behavior as “drug-induced” and “unprovoked violence.” In a detailed statement and video shared via his Instagram handle @princenednwoko on Sunday, the senator alleged that Regina was battling drug and alcohol addiction, which he claimed had caused the ongoing turmoil in their marriage. “Regina was not always like this. Her struggle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the real cause of our marital crisis. She must…

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Gunmen Kill Butcher Inside Lagos Barracks Market

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There was chaos on Saturday morning after unidentified gunmen invaded the Mammy Market located inside the military barracks in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State and shot dead a butcher known simply as Ridwan. The attack reportedly occurred around 8 a.m. when traders were just opening for business. According to witnesses, about four armed men entered the busy market and fired several shots into the air, sending traders and customers running for safety. Eyewitnesses said the assailants went straight to Ridwan’s meat stall and opened fire on him multiple…

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Defence Headquarters Denies Coup Rumours Against President Tinubu

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed reports circulating in sections of the media alleging a plot by some military officers to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. In a statement issued on Saturday, the DHQ described the claims as “false, baseless, and a deliberate attempt to cause panic and undermine national stability.” The military high command stated that contrary to the rumours, there was no coup attempt and no plan to subvert the constitutional government. It added that the Nigerian Armed Forces remain loyal to the Constitution and to President Tinubu as…

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Ned Nwoko, Regina Daniels’ Marriage Reportedly Rocked by Domestic Violence Allegations — Brother Speaks Out

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Fresh controversy has trailed the marriage of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, following allegations of domestic violence made public by Regina’s brother, Sammy West. In a viral video making the rounds on social media, Regina Daniels appeared emotional as she lamented her experience in her marriage, saying: “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my house, I am a queen. Not again, I cannot stand the violence; it is too much.” Shortly after the video surfaced, her brother, Sammy West, took to Instagram…

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