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Davido calls for violence-free governorship election in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has called on politicians, their supporters and residents of Osun State to shun violence and ensure the peaceful conduct of the August 15 governorship election, insisting that no political ambition is worth the loss of any life. Addressing a press conference as Chairman of the Imole Youth…
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Why I no longer celebrate my birthday on November 18 — Peter Okoye
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Afrobeats singer Peter Okoye, one half of the defunct P-Square duo, has explained why he decided to change the date he celebrates his birthday amid the lingering rift with his twin brother, Paul Okoye. Peter had announced on April 20 that he would henceforth celebrate his birthday on November 30 instead of November 18, saying he…
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Arise News correspondent Akinsanya joins CNN for new Africa-focused programme
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Arise News International correspondent and anchor, Adefemi Akinsanya, has joined Cable News Network (CNN) International to launch its new multiplatform feature series, Africa Inc., aimed at showcasing Africa’s growing influence on global commerce, innovation and consumer trends. CNN announced the appointment in a statement on Wednesday, saying the series, sponsored by Dangote Industries Limited, will highlight…
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Tributes pour in as Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba dies
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. Osoba reportedly died on Tuesday evening, nearly two years after undergoing breast cancer surgery. She had publicly appealed for financial assistance for a second surgery in November 2024. News of her death emerged on Wednesday, sparking…
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Sheba clinches Head of House title in BBN 11, saves Chimsom Chuka
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Sheba has emerged as the second Head of House (HoH) of Big Brother Naija Season 11 after defeating other housemates in Monday’s challenge, earning immunity from eviction this week. Sheba won the Week 2 Head of House challenge after completing the task in six minutes. The housemates competed through several obstacles, with Sheba finishing first, while…
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Ifeoma Okoye breaks silence over P-Square family dispute
Wife of music executive Jude Okoye, Ifeoma Okoye, has broken her silence following fresh allegations made by singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, declaring that she has no intention of defending herself publicly despite being drawn into the ongoing family dispute. Ifeoma made the remarks in a statement shared on her official Instagram page on Monday, hours after…
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Why I left Who Wants To Be A Millionaire show — Frank Edoho
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Media personality Frank Edoho has opened up about his exit from the iconic Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? show, clarifying that he left because of sponsorship issues, contrary to claims that he was sacked. Speaking during a recent appearance on the KK Show, Edoho described reports that he was dismissed by the show’s sponsor as…
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PFN president rejects proposed ban on preaching in commercial vehicles
By Folashade Olorunfemi – The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and Presiding Bishop of Sword of the Spirit Ministries, Bishop Wale Oke, has declared that the proposed legislation seeking to prohibit unsolicited religious preaching in commercial vehicles will not stop Christians from preaching across the country. Addressing a congregation on Sunday, Oke criticised the National Assembly over…
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Desmond Elliot returns to Nollywood after APC primary defeat
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Veteran Nollywood actor and politician, Desmond Elliot, has returned to acting following his defeat in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election. The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly was seen in a viral video on a movie set alongside fellow actor Ibrahim Chatta. In the video, Chatta hinted at…
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Veekee James slams critic over frequent public appearances with husband
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Celebrity fashion designer Veekee James has fired back at a critic who questioned her frequent public appearances with her husband, Femi Atere. The criticism followed a video Veekee shared of herself and her husband getting ready for TikTok creator Peller’s wedding on Saturday. An online user took to the comment section to ask whether Atere had…
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