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Oyedepo defends church’s pastor retirement policy amid criticism

Founder of the Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo, has addressed recent criticism regarding the church’s retirement policy for pastors, urging critics to respect the decisions made by the church leadership. The criticism arose on social media following reports that two of the church’s vice presidents, Bishops Thomas Aremu and David Abioye, were set to retire after decades…

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Sanwo-Olu mourns Plus TV cameraman, Samson Obafisoye

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passing of Plus TV cameraman, Mr. Samson Obafisoye, who was attached to his office. The Governor described Obafisoye’s death as a great loss, not only to his family but also to the broadcast industry. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile,…

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‘Man I was meant to marry died,’ says Bimbo Akintola

By Tosin Brown Renowned Nigerian actress Bimbo Akintola has opened up about the personal tragedy that has shaped her single status at 54. The star of 93 Days revealed in a recent interview that the man she was meant to marry passed away, leaving her heartbroken and without a lifelong partner. “He died… the person I could have spent forever…

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Mr Macaroni criticizes kids’ representation of Daddy Wa, Mummy Wa

By Tosin Brown Popular Nigerian skit maker and actor, Mr. Macaroni, has expressed disapproval over children replicating his adult-themed content. His reaction follows a viral video showing children reenacting his popular ‘Daddy Wa’ skits. In the video, the young content creators were dressed in adult-like attire, playing roles that mirrored Mr. Macaroni’s “sugar daddy” character, an interested lady, and his…

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Tinubu congratulates Wahid Oshodi as newly elected ATTF President

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Wahid Enitan Oshodi on his election as President of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF). In a congratulatory statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu highlighted that Oshodi’s election is a proud moment for Nigeria, following the strong support he garnered leading up to the election. The…

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Late Wigwe’s father, Pastor Shyngle, refutes inaccuracies in media report

By Tosin Brown The family of the late Herbert Wigwe has responded to widespread reports claiming that Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, father of the late banking executive, is demanding 20% of his son’s estate. In a recent statement, the Wigwe family firmly denied the claims and distanced themselves from rumors of family discord over Herbert Wigwe’s estate. The statement reads: “We,…

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Tinubu condoles ex-Oyo gov Ladoja over wife’s passing

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, following the passing of his wife, Tinuade. The President expressed sympathy to the Ladoja family, the associates of the late Mrs. Ladoja, and the Celestial Church of Christ, where she served as a member of the Pastor-In-Council.…

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Kanayo slams men who fail to provide for their families

Veteran Nigerian actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has criticized men who fail to provide for their families, stating that they have no right to intimacy with their wives. In a recent Instagram post, the 62-year-old star of My Fairytale Wedding stressed that financial responsibility is a key aspect of marriage, emphasizing the importance of men taking care of their households. “I’m…

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VIDEO: Alake of Egbaland vs Akarigbo of Rémoland, in table tennis match at Ikoyi Club

https://www.westernpost.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WhatsApp-Video-2024-10-14-at-7.40.15-AM-2-9.mp4 Alake of Egbaland vs Akarigbo of Rémoland, in table tennis match at the Ikoyi Club on Sunday.

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Tinubu celebrates veteran journalist Ogunlusi at 90

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Jola Ogunlusi, the founding secretary of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), on his 90th birthday milestone. In a heartfelt tribute on Saturday, President Tinubu appreciated Chief Ogunlusi for his service to the media profession and to Nigeria as a whole. The President highlighted Ogunlusi’s leadership, noting that it has been instrumental…

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