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A toast to snow, family and friends, by Wale Okediran
It was snowing when I left the house few days ago in Swansea, Wales for London. Outside, I was showered by a confetti of white feathery snowy flakes in the sub zero January morning. My struggle with the highly emotional departure was softened by the fact that I was leaving under the blessings of the first snow of the year.…
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Femi Otedola pays glowing tribute to Nigerian-Lebaness billionaire, Gilbert Chagoury at 80
Renowned Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Femi Otedola has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to his mentor and role model, Sir Gilbert Chagoury, as he marks his 80th birthday. In a tribute shared on Wednesday, Otedola lauded Chagoury’s visionary contributions to Nigeria’s development, describing his life as “proof that vision, discipline, and an unwavering belief in Nigeria can truly shape history.” Otedola…
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Renowned novelist, Chimamanda Adichie loses 21-month-old child to illness
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi. A statement released on Thursday by Omawumi Ogbe on behalf of the family confirmed that the 21-month-old passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, following a brief illness. “We’re deeply saddened to confirm the passing of…
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Singer Small Doctor splashes ₦60m on new car for wife
By Tosin Brown – Popular Nigerian singer Small Doctor has splashed a whopping ₦60m on acquiring a luxury car for his wife. The singer took to Instagram to share the news of the latest acquisition for his wife, a Lexus RX 350 luxury car. Small Doctor reminisced about how his woman has always supported him and explained why he decided…
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Chris Okafor steps aside from pastoral duties amid sexual allegations
By Tosin Brown – Embattled cleric and head pastor of Liberation City Church, Chris Okafor has stepped down from pastoral duties amid growing outrage over multiple sexual allegations against him. Last Sunday, Okafor publicly apologised to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala during a church service, where he knelt on the pulpit, admitted to past “mistakes” and sought forgiveness. The development comes…
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Ex-Ooni’s wife Zaynab speaks on marriage to SGF George Akume
Former wife and queen to the Ooni of Ife, Zaynab Ngohemba, formerly known as Zaynab Otiti Obanor, has opened up about her recent marriage to Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. The couple reportedly exchanged vows in a private ceremony in 2024, an event that has since drawn widespread attention across Nigeria’s social and political circles. In…
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SGF George Akume advised by wife to return to Christian faith
By Kunle Sanni – The member representing Gboko/Tarka Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Regina Akume, has advised her husband, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, to return fully to Christianity, saying his achievements were rooted in the faith. Mrs Akume made the statement during the wedding reception of the SGF’s son on…
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Family releases statement on late actress Allwell Ademola
By Tosin Brown – The family of late actress, Allwell Ademola, has released a statement on her demise. In the statement, the family revealed that the late actress and producer passed away at the age of 49. They further expressed gratitude to fans, colleagues and associates for the outpouring of love and messages. The statement added that burial arrangements would…
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BREAKING: Nollywood actress, producer Allwell Ademola dies at 43
By Tosin Brown – Nollywood actress and producer, Allwell Ademola, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025. The actress died at the age of 43. News of her passing is currently being spoken about in hushed tones among her friends and colleagues as of the time of filing this report. There are reports that she died after suffering a heart…
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PHOTO NEWS: Ford Foundation celebrates 65 years of impact in West Africa
The Ford Foundation on Friday celebrated its 65th anniversary in West Africa in Lagos. The organisation, which has impacted communities across the sub-region, welcomed many civil society actors in Nigeria, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, the wife of former Ekiti State Governor Bisi Fayemi, and other dignitaries in attendance. Mrs. Fayemi wrote about the celebration: “For 65 years, the Ford…
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