Ogun govt, MAPOLY students differ over attack on deputy gov

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The Government of Ogun State and the students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, on Wednesday, disagreed over an alleged attack by the students on the state’s Deputy Governor, Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele. While the government claimed that the deputy governor narrowly escaped an attack by the protesting students, the students, on the other hand, alleged that the deputy governor’s security detail fired shots at them during a confrontation. The Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Communication and Strategy, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, disclosed in a statement that the deputy governor was on…

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Nigerians deserve what they’re going through – Apostle Suleman

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Apostle Johnson Suleman, the Senior Pastor of Omega Fire Ministries, has attributed the current economic hardships in Nigeria to the poor decisions made by citizens during the 2023 elections. Speaking during the two-day “Recovery Conference 2025” held in Bauchi State on Tuesday and Wednesday, Suleman did not hold back in his criticism. Addressing journalists at the Government House after a courtesy visit to Governor Bala Mohammed, Suleman blamed Nigerians for their electoral choices, which he said have led to the nation’s current challenges. “What Nigerians are going through is partly…

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Exposing Mr May D’s many lies (Part 1)

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By Bayo Adetu In my over 20 years experience as a celebrity Journalist and Publicist, I have never done what I’m about to do. Over the years, I have watched and read people sell lies to members of the public, either as a publicity stunt or to get cheap public sympathy. Whichever way it is, I try to mind my business, even though sometimes I’m being tempted not to. But I can’t overlook the mischievous, malicious and terrible lies Mr May D dished out on his interview on the Honest…

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Banker killed, corpse dumped on roadside after kidnappers collected ransom

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A female banker named Ifeoma Onyekwelu was reportedly killed in Anambra State after collecting ransom from the family, according to news on social media. Report says, the deceased simply identified was abducted in Onitsha. In several Facebook posts on Tuesday, it was gathered that Ifeoma was an easy going and cheerful lady who was recently promoted to a branch manager by Polaris Bank where she worked. Information gathered revealed that, the attackers murdered and dumped her corpse around Ideani junction, along Nnobi/Alor road. Picture of a woman’s corpse on the…

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Portable spotted offering Fanta to marine gods

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Habeeb Okikiola, controversial Nigerian singer, popularly known as Portable, has been spotted pouring bottles of Fanta into the river for the marine gods. The street hop singer recently took to social media to share a video of the unusual cultural practice. In the video, the ‘Zazu’ crooner was captured pouring a pack of Fanta drink into the river in what appears to be an attempt to appease the gods. Following this, he entered the river and began taking his bath right inside it. The development comes just hours after he…

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Arabic teacher sentenced to 21 years imprisonment for attempted sexual assault of minor

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An Arabic teacher, Oladosu Sakiru, has been convicted and sentenced to 21 years imprisonment by the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Tuesday, for attempting to sexually assault a 13-year-old female pupil. The trial judge, Justice Rahman Oshodi, sentenced Sakiru following his guilty plea to the amended two counts of attempted sexual assault by penetration and indecent treatment of a child. Oshodi, in his judgment, reprimanded the convict for breaching the trust the parents of the survivor had in him for enrolling their children in the Islamic school.…

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‘I look like Lil Wayne’ – Portable

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Portable, controversial Nigerian singer, has expressed displeasure over comparisons between his facial tattoos and those of his fellow artiste, Asake. Asake recently stirred reactions on social media after unveiling his new facial tattoos, which feature dollar signs and the inscription “Believe,” among others, in an Instagram post on Sunday. The tattoos sparked mixed opinions online, with some commentators drawing parallels between Asake’s look and Portable’s, due to their shared affinity for facial tattoo. Portable, however, took offense to the comparisons, asserting that his style is more aligned with American rapper…

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Ex-OAU VC Prof. Abimbola: Ifa chose new Alaafin of Oyo because kingmakers were bribed

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Prof. Wande Abimbola, a professor of Yoruba language and literature, and a former vice-chancellor of the University of Ife (formerly Obafemi Awolowo University), has revealed the process through which the Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Owoade was chosen. According to the academician and elder statesman who once served as the Majority Leader of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, he was asked by the government to consult the Ifa Oracle to choose the next Alaafin because the Oyomesi Kingmakers had been compromised. Professor Abimbola revealed this in a video clip…

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‘Gospel singer’ who behead girlfriend arrested in Nasarawa

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A gospel musician, Oluwatimileyin Ajayi has been arrested in Orozo, a border community between the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja and Nasarawa State, after he was found with a severed human head in a black nylon bag during a church service on Sunday. The incident occurred during a thanksgiving service marking the end of a seven-day fast at the church. According to the church’s Bible Study Teacher and General Secretary, Caleb Umaru, the suspect’s actions were first noticed by a member, Brother Victor, who saw Ajayi moving suspiciously near a…

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Ibadan stampede: Ooni’s ex-wife, others granted bail

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A high court in Ibadan, Oyo State, granted bail to Naomi Silekunola, ex-wife of the Ooni of Ife. Her bail application was granted alongside that of Agidigbo FM boss, Oriyomi Hazmat, and Abdullahi Fasasi, Principal of the Islamic High School, venue of the funfair where a stampede occurred, resulting in deaths. The trio spent Christmas and New Year in detention after they were arrested and remanded over the tragic incident. There are indications that they have perfected their bail condition and will be released from detention. Share on:

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