Renowned Nigerian media entrepreneur and publisher of Metronews NG, Otunba Femi Davies, is mourning the loss of his mother, who passed away peacefully in the early hours of Friday, July 4, 2025. She died at home, surrounded by close family members. She was aged over 80. Otunba Davies, a respected figure in Nigeria’s media landscape and public discourse, has begun receiving an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, associates, and dignitaries in the media, political, and business spheres. Described by many as a woman of warmth, quiet strength, and unwavering faith,…

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A severe flood has hit Okitipupa in Ondo State following three days of heavy rainfall, submerging major roads and residential areas. The disaster has left many residents homeless, halted commercial activities, and destroyed properties worth millions of naira. Affected areas include Erinje, Ogungbo Junction, and Ode Etikan, as well as surrounding communities like Ereke, Ayetitun, and Temidire. Even the residence of the local government chairman, Andrew Ogunsakin, was not spared. Residents blame the flooding on blocked waterways and poor drainage infrastructure. Legal practitioner Barrister Wale Omolegbon Odusola shared footage online…

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A Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has discharged and acquitted Emmanuel Orekoya, a pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), who had been accused of defiling his 17-year-old daughter. Justice Abiola Soladoye ruled that the prosecution failed to present any witnesses during the trial, despite 10 adjournments. The judge emphasized that justice delayed is justice denied and noted that the prosecution could re-arrest the defendant if they assembled witnesses to pursue the case further. Orekoya had been charged with two counts: defilement and sexual assault…

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