Veteran singer, Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo, known by his stage name Blackface has lost his father. The singer made the announcement via a tweet.
Blackface revealed that his father, Mr Ahmedu Ocholi passed on, on October 8. He tweeted;
Today 8th October 2020 the great Mr Ahmedu Ocholi passed away You played your part well Papa You are the first Elder Statesman that our people of Agatu call on to settle any form of dispute!!! You served your country well and you are the best dad ever Adious Papa
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has refuted report of four Super Eagles players testing positive to COVID-19 in Austria, ahead of their international friendly match against Algeria.
The NFF has now taken to her official Twitter account to clarify the report, stating that the writer misinterpreted what Coach Gernot Rohr said.
It was learnt that Rohr said that four Super Eagles players had tested positive for the virus since the pandemic, but have since recovered.
The football body noted that they are awaiting the result of the COVID-19 test, carried out on her players ahead of tomorrow’s game.
The statement reads,
“News Alert.
Please discountenance any reports that some of our players tested positive to COVID 19 ahead of tomorrow’s friendly game against Algeria. It is a blatant falsehood.
The writer of the story, who was not part of the press conference earlier today, totally misrepresented what Coach Rohr said that since the outbreak of the pandemic, four of our players had tested positive but were all now fully recovered from the virus and back in action. The results of the COVID 19 tests carried out on the Super Eagles ahead of tomorrow’s game are still being awaited”.
American rapper, Kanye Omari West has stated that he now has a net worth of $5 billion, four years after falling $53 million in debt.
The 43-year-old fashion designer took to his official twitter account to celebrate his increased net worth after Ok! Magazine published an article that claimed his net worth is now estimated at $5 billion.
He wrote,
“From $53 million in debt to a net worth of $5 billion in 4 years. Thank you, Jesus. I know I fall short, but I repent. I am fully in service to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We are building schools of the future. Thank God for providing the increase.”
From $53 million in debt to a net worth of $5 billion in 4 years. Thank you, Jesus. I know I fall short, but I repent. I am fully in service to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We are building schools of the future. Thank God for providing the increase. pic.twitter.com/BwEitkOdqD
A little lad, identified simply as Israel has become a topic of interest on the internet after he was recently spotted at a block industry, moulding blocks to earn a living.
A video of a little Israel moulding the blocks like a skilled artisan would started serving rounds online and it was discovered that the little lad had to take up the job to raise money for school fees and other challenges.
When Israel was asked what made him start doing hard work and how long he has been into the business, Israel revealed that he has been working there for a long time to raise money for himself.
Quite a handful of Nigerians have however shared their displeasure with Israel’s ordeal, noting that it’s child labour and requesting that the government step in to help with his situation.
Bose Ogulu, the mother of Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu widely known as Burna Boy, turns a year older today, 9th of October, 2020.
The mother of the celebrated singer has received a surprise present from artiste, Ayo Balogun popularly known as Wizkid as she celebrates her birthday.
The Ojuelegba crooner apparently sent Burna’s mom a bunch of beautiful flowers which she appreciated very much.
Mrs Ogulu took to her Insta-story, @thenamix to appreciate the lovely flowers Wikzid sent on her birthday.
See her post below:
The two BET award winning artistes appear to be cooking something special for their fans as they were recently spotted recording a track together in the studio with UK rapper, Skepta.
Nigerian music artiste, Small Doctor has joined the league of celebrities in protesting against the infamous division of the Nigerian Police Force, SARS.
The singer, alongside other Nigerians were spotted matching around the famous Pen Cinema, Agege with banners having inscriptions that speaks against SARS officials.
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It should be recalled that yesterday, Nigerian entertainer, Falz and Runtown led their planned protest against police brutality from the SARS section of the Nigerian Police Force.
The two singers, alongside other Nigerians and popular influencers convened at the Lekki toll gate, with banners having inscriptions that speaks against SARS officials.
This comes after the Inspector General of Police announced the ban of SARS’ operations on Sunday.
Tacha, was among celebrities like Tiwa Savage, Toke Makinwa, Rudeboy, former BBNaija housemates, Elozonam, Prince and others who lent out their voices against the infamous Special Anti-Robbery Squad who have been known for the innocent killings, extortion and harassment of innocent civilians.
Sharia Police, also known as Hisbah have reportedly banned women from using mobile phones and wearing sunglasses in Kuriga Village under Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna state.
According to Sahara Reporters, a resident of the community raised the alarm over the increasing repressive activities of the religious police in the region.
According to him, Hisbah had been ‘frustrating the lives of youths in Kuriga and often carry out severe punishment for moral failings’.
“Hisbah is punishing youths for keeping afro hair and sometimes it is accompanied with beating.
“They have also prevented women and girls from using smartphones, claiming that it is used to spread unIslamic behaviors. They are just terrorising us,”
Another resident of the community also alleged that Hisbah personnel have prohibited women and girls from using sunglasses.
“They also sometimes storm houses where ceremonies are taking place and punish playing of music, dancing and any form of entertainment”.
The publication also recalled that Hisbah recently made headlines for shaving off the hair of young men on stylish haircuts and afros in Kano, arresting people for improper dressing and seizing tricycles from rides who decorated them with pictures considered to be obscene or against the tenets of Islam.
PHOTONEWS: Hisbah In Kano Forcefully Shave Youths For ‘Un-Islamic Hair Cuts And Mode Of Dressing’, Frequently Arrest Tricycle Riders For Adorning Their Keke With Photos Considered Obscene And Punish Youths Wearing Three Quarter Jeans For Improper Dressing https://t.co/OHfaUQyv85pic.twitter.com/Q44HSjGKv8
A Nigerian journalist, Chigozie Effe has taken to social media to share surprising transformation of 5-year-old, Adanna Ifewulu, who survived cancer of the blood.
Effe shared a photo of himself holding Adanna during her battle with cancer in 2018, and in 2020 after she recovered from the ailment.
The journalist thanked well meaning Nigerians who contributed huge sums of money, for the treatment of the young girl.
He wrote,
“A note of gratitude to all those who supported Little Adana Ifewulu to beat cancer of the blood, may God bless you richly,” he wrote.
“Recall that her story was shared on this platform and huge sums of money was raised for her.
“The little girl, a native of Anambra state now five years old is hale and hearty at the moment. God has taken charge of her case.
“Adanna is indeed a product of grace. For us at thechigoziiebridge, it’s a season of testimonies.”
29-year-old, Halie Tennan, has given her husband permission to leave her, after her face was severely burnt after an accident.
Halie Tenan who is a primary school teacher went for camping with her friends in May and fell into a burning fire.
It was gathered that Tenan fell while sleeping on a chair and woke up with horrifying burns across her face. She believes the chair must have tipped over and thrown her into the fire head-on.
Her friend, Kenzie, rushed to pour ice-cold water over her and managed to take her back to her house 2km .
Afterwards, she was rushed to ICU in The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and spent about eight days in coma.
On recuperating after several surgeries and skin graft, Tenan who realized that her face had been badly damaged, asked her husband, Mathew, who she had married earlier this year if he wanted to leave.
In her words, “I’m going to say this once, but if this is too much, you can leave.”
According to her, a stranger made her cry when they compared her to a zombie, but with time, she now has a more positive outlook.
She said,
“My face was covered in burns and scars –Not knowing who you are any more is a hard thing to come to terms with. I think of my accident as a wake-up call, a second chance to do better, to be better and to look after me better.”
Popular Nigerian DJ, Florence Otedola professionally known as DJ Cuppy has broken her silence on the ongoing nationwide #Endsars protest.
She revealed that she was defying the advise of those around her but remaining silent doesn’t feel right.
The Billionaire’s daughter admitted that although she is not directly affected by the brutality of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) but her fans are which makes it an issue of concern to her.
DJ Cuppy went on to declare her support for the #EndPoliceBrutality AND #EndSARS in Nigeria.
She wrote,
Going against the advice of those around me, but it doesn’t feel right. Silence can say so much. My fellow Nigerians, forgive me for taking so long to comment…
Would be lying if I said I’m DIRECTLY affected by SARS but a lot of my Cupcakes are and that’s enough for me to care. I stand behind the movement to #EndPoliceBrutality AND #EndSARS Flag of Nigeria
I would lying if I said I’m DIRECTLY affected by SARS but a lot of my Cupcakes are and that’s enough for me to care. I stand behind the movement to #EndPoliceBrutality AND #EndSARS ??
Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky has taken to social media to blast Nigerians for calling him out, for being absent from the #EndSARS protest in Lagos, which had many other celebrities in attendance.
Recall that many celebrities took to the street of Lagos yesterday, to protest against the incessant killing of Nigerian youths by SARS officials.
Celebrities like Falz, Runtown, Toke Makinwa, Tacha, were in attendance and actively involved in the peaceful protest.
However, a number of people were disappointed that Bobrisky was not a part of the peaceful protest and took to social media to call him out.
In response, the slay queen who was not having any of it took to his Instagram page to slam those calling him out.
See his post below,
Similarly, Tiwa Savage recently urge Nigeria youths to stop relying on celebrities to stand up for them.
According to her, it’s time for the Nigerian youth to wake up and make their voices heard on things that matter.
She noted that the only thing that interest an average Nigerian is solely enjoyment, adding that if the youths could vote for their favourite housemates without the help of celebrities, then they should take responsibilities and hold the government accountable.
Former DMW signee, Sanni Goriola Wasiu professionally known as Lil frosh, has been arrested for physically assaulting his girlfriend, Gift Camille.
Recall that the rapper was called out on Twitter by the brother and manager of the girlfriend for beating the Instagram socialite mercilessly and for other inhumane acts.
It was gathered that Lil Frosh has been detained in a Cold Cell at Alagbo Police station, Ikoyi, Lagos State.
His arrest comes shortly after his contract with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) was terminated over domestic violence.
In a related news, Few days after terminating Lil Frosh’s contract with DMW, Davido has revealed that he would never allow him suffer as long as he is alive.
This comes after popular musician, Oladips apologized to Davido on behalf of Lil Frosh whose contract with DMW was terminated after he was accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.
Oladips took to Instagram and said Davido needs to find a place in his heart to forgive lil frosh.
Davido however replied saying ;
“That’s my lil brother for life… as long as i am alive, he no go suffer. But its not me that needs to do the forgiving”
A Nigerian lady Twitter has called out an online vendor whose name she did not mention, over alleged attempts to snatch her boyfriend after patronizing her business.
Olivia known as @TheOliviaLife on the micro-blogging site, had told her boyfriend to buy goods from the online vendor worth over N800,000 as presents for her.
The vendor, after having supplied said goods, however, continued checking up with the man, sending texts and making calls to know about his welfare.
@TheOliviaLife was not comfortable with this hence she called her out in a series of tweets,
“One of you here, after my man spent over 800k in your business for presents for me instead of you to be grateful to me, you started texting him everyday.
“You say you’re just checking up on him and seeking business advice. Do you check on your mother that often???? Onye oshi”
“I don’t blame you I’m the one that told him I wanted things from your store. I’m not with him anymore but my God will still punish you o”
“Ok maybe this needs to be said: the vendor and my ex didn’t date or whatever. She was texting him things that made him uncomfortable and he brought me in on it then gave me his phone to shut that shit down which I did instantly. We were together 1 more year before we split.”
One of you here, after my man spent over 800k in your business for presents for me instead of you to be grateful to me, you started texting him everyday.
You say you’re just checking up on him and seeking business advice. Do you check on your mother that often????? Onye oshi
Popular Nigerian Instagram comedian, Mr Macaroni passed the night at the Lagos State Government House in Alausa, after leading a protest late into Thursday night, against police brutality.
According to the comedian, he’s ready to leave no stone unturned to ensure the government harkens to the people’s voice.
In a series of tweet Mr Macaroni revealed that he would be taking the #EndSARS protest to another level, by sleeping in front of the government house, till action is taken by the government to end police brutality in the country.
He wrote, “Just heard that another youth got shot in Delta. We are not leaving Alausa tonight!! We are sleeping in front of the Government House. Someone must take responsibility! #AlutaContinua #EndSars.”
In the early hours of today, he took to the micro-blogging platform to update his fan that he’s still at the state government house.
In his words, “Are you there??? It’s 4:00am!!! We are still here! We deserve better!!! #EndSARS #ALutaContinua.”
Other celebrities that slept at the #EndSARS protest venue are, Rinu, Danny Walta, Okiki Dft, Nasty Blaq, Sydneytalker amidst others.
A former drug addict has shared photos of her incredible transformation after she quit drugs and alcohol — Ainsley Loudoun who hails from Kilmarnock, Scotland, stated that her life spiraled out of control with daily drug and alcohol binges.
She stated that she was on the brink of prison or suicide. She spent life from a very young age “seriously depressed” and was just 14 when she tried to take her own life. This was the first of a number of suicide attempts.
But two years ago the 28-year-old made the decision to turn her life around with help from regular Cocaine Anonymous meetings and a 12-step programme.
Ainsley told the Kilmarnock Standard,
“I lived in utter darkness from a very young age and I found drink at a very young age too. “I thought it was normal the way that kids drink, and for a while it was normal.
“The drinking continued and developed into cocaine use too. My life just completely spiralled.”
Ainsley said that it came to a point where she felt she didn’t have very many options left in her life.
She said,
“None of my pals or my family wanted to be round about me. Nobody knew how to deal with me and I didn‘t know how to deal with myself. It was a horrible life.
“It came to the stage where there was not going to be any other way out for me. I was hurting so bad and the drink wasn’t taking things away anymore.
“It was either going to be jail or I killed myself or recovery. Those were the options I had left – and so I chose recovery.”
Ainsley is now been in recovery for two years, is holding down a job for the first time and says her life has been completely transformed.
After turning her life around, Ainsley wants other people in the depths of despair to find the same help she received.
“I just want people to know that there is a way out and there is a solution. I just feel so strongly about it,” she added.
“Life is amazing. For someone that was destined to die or spend the rest of their life in jail, I know that If I can change then this can work for anyone.”
A leaked chat has shown a Nigerian lady issuing a stern warning to her boyfriend over the fact that his mum recooked the pot of soup she (girlfriend) had made.
The lady could be seen in a WhatsApp chat arguing with her boyfriend and telling him that his mum has no right to touch her pot of soup.
The lady who spent the night at her boyfriend’s while his mom was around, complained bitterly as she said his mom encroached on her space in his house.
The man however took sides with his mom, warning his lover that he hasn’t married her yet.
Nigerian Author and former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has revealed he paid his own law school fees by selling rabbits.
He made the confession on his Twitter page.
According to him, humans are always presented with a choice and should not allow themselves to wallow in poverty.
He wrote:
“In 1998, I was preparing for Law School and did not want my parents to pay my fees. I bought a male and female rabbit. The way their population increased shocked me. I sold rabbits to pay my Law School fees. Almost all adult poverty is a choice!”
In 1998, I was preparing for Law School and did not want my parents to pay my fees. I bought a male and female rabbit. The way their population increased shocked me. I sold rabbits to pay my Law School fees. Almost all adult poverty is a choice! #FreeLeahSharibu#RenosNuggets
Popular Nollywood Actress, Nkechi Sunday Blessing has sent a message to people dragging her for being unmarried.
According to the thespian, she’d rather be happily single than miserably married.
She wrote on her instastories;
Hey sis, i would rather stay single and happy than married and miserable.
To the idiots screaming when will you get married, come and drag me na. Nonsense.
Nkechi was in a highly publicized relationship earlier this year but sadly, it hit the rocks and it seems she now has her priorities set on other things in life.
American Rapper and Mother-of-one, Cardi B has showed concern for her Nigerian fans amid the #ENDSARS Protest which is gaining momentum each passing day.
A Twitter user had taken to his platform to beg Cardi B to use her platform to reach a wider audience and the international community with regards to the cause.
@AsiwajuLerry had written ;
Madam @iamcardib, trump is not your only problem. Your beloved Nigeria is currently in a state of pandemonium.
We are not safe!! If you’ve ever loved this country, please help use your platform to create more awareness for us.
Cardi, who has never hidden her love for Nigeria then asked to be briefed on the issue going on in the country. Her reply reads ;
What’s going ? Can you give me a summary so I can research later ….you know I love Nigeria
What’s going ? Can you give me a summary so I can research later ….you know I love Nigeria ?? https://t.co/jHKFS3M1K2
Canadian Rapper, Tory Lanez has been charged with felony assault following the shooting involving fellow rapper, Megan Thee Stallion.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office announced in a statement on Thursday, October 8, that Lanez has been charged with one felony count each of assault with a semiautomatic firearm – personal use of a firearm – and carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle.
He also faces a gun allegation and that he personally inflicted great bodily injury during the alleged incident.
According to LA County District Attorney’s office, Tory’s arraignment is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, and if convicted in the case, the rapper will face a maximum sentence of 22 years and eight months in prison.
This comes two weeks after he denied shooting Megan in his newly released album, “Daystar.”
Controversial investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo has said that former big brother Naija housemates, Tacha and Erica, were disgraced when they got disqualified from the show.
Kemi made the assertion while advising BBNaija season 4 PepperDem housemates to all seek mental health evaluation, as many have fallen off.
See what she wrote below ;
“Anyone in the #BBNaija house where Mercy Eke won should seek #mentalhealth evaluation. Many fell off, even Tacha is being shadowbanned on IG. Fake fame doesn’t last. Tacha and Erica were disgraced when disqualified. In PR such people don’t belong in media tours with finalists”
Anyone in the #BBNaija house where Mercy Eke won should seek #mentalhealth evaluation. Many fell off, even Tacha is being shadowbanned on IG. Fake fame doesn't last. Tacha and Erica were disgraced when disqualified. In PR such people don't belong in media tours with finalists
— Dr Kemi Olunloyo?️?? #Kemitalks (@KemiOlunloyo) October 8, 2020
Young Nigerian Lawyer, Paulette Bisola Ajayi, who was kidnapped last week in Rivers state, has spoken out after she was rescued by the police earlier today.
Bisola was kidnapped on Sunday in Rivers State and she was whisked away to a forest in the state by members of the same gang, who demanded ransoms from her family.
Speaking out after her release, the Port Harcourt based lawyer, stated that her abductors raised the ransom for her release from N50 million to N300million, after news about her abduction went viral.
Paulette Bisola Ajayi sharing her experience with newsmen said;
“I am a Lawyer. I was kidnapped in the presence of my family members. I was taken to where I don’t know. As soon the news of my Kidnap went viral, the Kidnappers increased their ransom demand from N50 million to N250 million and then N300million. They threatened to kill me if the ransom was not paid before I was rescued.”
She expressed appreciation to the Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, Commissioner of Police, CP Joseph Mukan, President of Nigeria Bar Association,NBA, Olumide Akpata, and all those who made it possible to ensure her timely release.
An employee of the British High Commission, Paul Nyulaku, was also rescued in the operation.
A disciplinary action has been commenced against police officer, Obioma O. Obi who was seen in a viral video assaulting youths who were gathered for the ENDSARS protest.
This development was confirmed by Imo police commissioner, Isaac O. Akinmoyede in a statement released by the state’s police spokesperson, Ikeokwu Godson Orlando.
See this blood thirsty Neanderthal, Na government give police power, him Dey forget say na tailor see the uniform.
Let their reform start from Obioma O. Obi for assaulting and pulling a weapon on peaceful protesters. pic.twitter.com/1EgnI6Z3Ps
Akinmoyede who condemned the unprofessional conduct by a police officer attempting to assault some protesting citizens against alleged human rights violations by personnel of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), said the conduct displayed by the officer is not a true reflection of the ethics, standards, values and training of the Nigeria Police Force.
He released a statement that read;
The Commissioner of Police, Imo state, CP Isaac O. Akinmoyede, psc, fdc, MNIM, has condemned the unprofessional conduct by a police officer, captured in a trending video, attempting to assault some protesting citizens against alleged human rights violations by personnel of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Imo State, today, 8th October, 2020. The CP notes that the conduct displayed by the officer is not a true reflection of the ethics, standards, values and training of the Nigeria Police Force.
The CP, while noting that disciplinary action has already commenced against the erring officer, however observes that much as it is within the rights of the citizens to express their concerns through protest and other legitimate means, they should do so in a peaceful manner, devoid of violence and disruption of public peace and order.
The CP calls on the people of Imo State to exercise restraint and be patient with the ongoing reforms on SARS and other Tactical Squads of the Force. He reassures that the Command will fully comply with the directives of the IGP towards preventing any violation of the rights of the citizen and improving on the working relationship between the Command and residents of the State.
Few days after terminating Lil Frosh’s contract with DMW, Davido has revealed that he would never allow him suffer as long as he is alive.
This comes after popular musician, Oladips apologized to Davido on behalf of Lil Frosh whose contract with DMW was terminated after he was accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend.
Oladips took to Instagram and said Davido needs to find a place in his heart to forgive lil frosh.
Davido however replied saying ;
“That’s my lil brother for life… as long as i am alive, he no go suffer. But its not me that needs to do the forgiving”
Popular Singer, Davido once said ”Love is sweet, if money enter.. love is sweeter” and those words have been made true with a man’s recent romantic gesture for his beloved wife.
The Wife took to micro-blogging website, Twitter to share photos of the amazing early wedding gift she got from her hubby, an expensive whip.
A Nigerian Twitter user, has dragged BBNaija season 5 winner, Laycon , for confidently rocking a rubber wrist band.
The troll, identified as Mr 2k on the micro-blogging platform, is of the opinion that the rapper should spend his money on expensive jewelry and clothing with his new status.
Laycon had earlier shared a photo of himself on Twitter in appreciation to God for his achievements.
The excited singer, while sharing the photo wrote, “Define grace..”
However, Mr 2k took out time to zoom in on Laycon’s photo, and noticed the rubber-wristband.
The troll who was disappointed at the musician choice of accessory, dragged him for using a piece of cheap jewelry instead of diamond.
He wrote, “Oga you don pass this level, get yourself a diamond chain.”
Note that asides the 85million grand prize from the BBNaija reality TV show, Laycon won himself several millions in the house and has been showered with different endorsement and gifts, outside the house.
Recently, the executive governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun (MFR), appointed Laycon, as the Youth Ambassador of the state and gifted him 5million naira and a three bedroom apartment.
