Author: Adetutu Audu

Three domestic staff are currently telling the police all they know about the gruesome murder of Aribemchukw FCu, daughter of Soboma and Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia. She had been found dead under suspicious circumstancesoutside the gate of their Parkview, Lagos home on Wednesday, 31 July, 2024. Gathered that some newly employed domestic staff, who had been with the family for less than a month, are suspected to have staged the scene to make it appear as though Aribemchukwu was outside the house when the incident occurred. Evidence suggests an attempt to clean up blood inside the house and within the compound,…

Pavel Durov, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Telegram Messenger app, has narrated how he had 100 biological children around the world despite being unmarried. The 39-year-old entrepreneur made this known through his popular channel on Monday evening, 29 July, 2024. He said his preference is to remain single and alone. However, he disclosed that 15 years ago, his friend approached him to donate his sperm in a clinic, which he agreed to. This resulted in him helping over 12 families all over the world have kids. He described his sperm as “high-quality donor material”. He said, “I was just…

Late Onyeka Onwenu has given instructions on she should be buried two years ahead of her death, reports thegazellenews.com This medium learnt that the instructions were given during her 70th birthday in January 2022. According to the reports, she instructed her family members to bury her “quickly, quietly, and privately” when she eventually breathed her last. According to her: “I have told my family how I want to be buried. Do it quickly, quietly, and privately. Celebrate me with prayers, lunch or dinner afterward. Share some jokes about me and laugh. Mourn, but not excessively. Make merriment and then go…

Onyeka Onwenu, known as the ‘Elegant Stallion,’ has passed away. The iconic “One Love” singer collapsed and died at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos after performing at a private event. She was aged 72. Sources close to the family reveal that Onwenu was attending a friend’s birthday party when she took to the stage. After her performance, she returned to her seat and suddenly collapsed. Emergency services swiftly transported her to the hospital in Victoria Island, where she was later pronounced dead. The cause of death remains unconfirmed. A family source speaking anonymouslystated: “It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just…

The Association of Licensed Telecommunication Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has debunked some online reports linking the ongoing subscriber line barring exercise, with the planned national protest. The group in a statement signed by its Chairman, Engr Gbenga Adebayo; and Secretary, Gbolahan Awosanya said there is no connection between the two. According to the statement, the ongoing harmonisation of the NIN/SIM link registration which deadline has earlier been set for 31st July, 2024, is responsible. The statement therefore gave full details of how subscribers with blocked lines can have their lines unbarred. “The fact of the matter is that the harmonization…

Nigerian Senator from Anambra South and All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. It was gathered that Ubah died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom, early Saturday, 27 July, 2024. He had left for London two days ago. His death was also confirmed on a group chat of senators who had started to pour in tributes. Senator Ubah was elected on the platform of the Young People’s Party (YPP) but later defected to the APC.

The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has died. His passing was confirmed in a statement on Thursday, 25 July, 2024, by Jide Iwuanyanwu, son of the late Chief Emmanuel. According to the statement, the 82-year-old Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday, 25 July, 2024, after a brief illness. “The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State announces the demise of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo,” the statement read. “Chief Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday July 25, 2024 after a brief illness. He was aged 82. Chief Iwuanyanwu before his death was…

Actress Doris Simon and Stella Damasus’ ex-husband, Daniel Ademinokan, and his new wife, Tope Oshin have welcome their first child together. The couple got married in a small ceremony with family and friends in Houston, Texas, in July 2023. Daniel, was previously married to actress Doris Simeon and later to actress Stella Damasus. He introduced the new baby to the world on his social media page as T.J Ademinokan. In 2023, Daniel married for the third time following the end of his marriage to Stella Damasus. Daniel Ademinokan in a video posted on social media was captured walking down the…

A political group under the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Justice Forum, has called on the youth in the country to embrace dialogue and shun any action or unterances that can lead to breakdown of law and order The group made the call at its meeting held in Ikeja on Saturday, 20 July, 2024. The call was contained in a press statement issued at the end of the meeting by the Group’s Director of Media and Publicity, Honourable Razaq Olusola Ajala. The statement stated that the state Coordinator of the Justice Forum and House of Representatives member, Honourable…

An emotional scene unfolded early Friday evening, 19 July, 2024, as a woman who was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for more than 43 years finally walked out the doors of a Missouri prison. Sandra “Sandy” Hemme, 64, was freed after a judge found her innocent in a 1980 murder.Her prison term marks the longest known wrongful conviction of a woman in U.S. history, according to information from the National Registry of Exonerations. Around 5:50 p.m., Hemme was released from Chillicothe Correctional Center, about 90 minutes northeast of Kansas City. She was escorted out with her Attorney, Sean O’Brien and embraced…

With information flying all around in respect of the proposed nationwide protests by Nigerian youths scheduled for the first ten days in the month of August, it is essential to delve into the potential detrimental impacts that such large-scale demonstrations could have, particularly on the economy of Lagos State. These protests, if allowed to proceed, have the potential to disrupt various sectors of the economy, leading to serious consequences for businesses, citizens, and the overall stability of the state. First and foremost, it is crucial to acknowledge the commendable efforts that the Lagos State Government, under the leadership of Governor…

The Oba of Lagos, His Royal Majesty Rilwan Akinolu has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He made the appeal when the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu paid him a visit at his Iga Iduganran palace in Lagos. Oba Akiolu noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu means well for the nation as he is a man who is grassroots focused. “All that I am saying and appealing is that we should pray for Nigeria and the President. We should be patient. Everything good needs prayers,” the reverred Monarch said. Oba…

The House of Representatives Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development is investigating the use of N1.5 billion intended for contractor payments, amid allegations that principal officers in the ministry may have misappropriated the funds. Documents revealed that the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, under Minister Uju Kennedy Ohanenye’s supervision, paid N48,214,800 for the supply of items like sewing machines and electrical irons to women’s cooperative societies in three states. According to documents obtained, the ministry awarded contracts totalling N12,121,800 to Ayigaga Integrated Services Nigeria Limited, owned by Toyin Balogun, to supply sewing machines to women in Ezuben (Otuasega) Multipurpose…

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the members of the House of Representatives Committee on National Population held a retreat themed Identity Management and Legislative Oversight to seek areas of collaboration towards the achievement of the Commission’s mandate and foster a harmonious working relationship. Speaking at the retreat, the NIMC Director General, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote stated that the retreat, amongst many, aims at re-acquainting the committee members with the activities of the Commission as well as its mandate and mission. She emphasised that the retreat will provide the needed environment for the lawmakers and the management of the commission…

A Lagos State Sexual Offences & Domestic Violence Court has sentenced Oluwafemi Asekeji to life imprisonment for defiling his 12-year-old daughter. His name will also be registered in the Sexual Offenders Register as maintained by Lagos State. Justice Abiola Soladoye, in her judgment held that the prosecution had proven the three legs of the charge of defilement against Asekeji. Soladoye said that the convict’s act of having unlawful sexual intercourse with his own biological child was against the law of nature. She said it was a case of incest which should never be heard of. According to her, the father…

Bayelsa State-born Cherish Daniel Markson, has made Nigeria proud in the international community as the University of Warwick in United Kingdom awarded her a first prize for her exceptional performance in the three-year BA (Hons) degree in Law with Social Sciences. Cherish, 21, who graduated as the best Law graduate at the University of Warwick, is the daughter of a former Commissioner for Information and Orientation in Bayelsa State, Daniel Iworiso-Markson. Reacting to the feat from the University of Warwick, her excited father, Daniel Iworiso-Markson, said it was not his own making but God who provided him life and resources.”I…

The President of the Alumni Association of Girls Academy, located on Simpson Street in Lagos Island, Mrs Amudat Oshigunwa, has urged the state government to help remove an electric pole within the school premises, which she described as a death trap.Mrs Oshigunwa stated this, while speaking with journalists after a visit to the school by some members of the association on Thursday, 11 July, 2024.The Alumni Association President said further that while flooding has been a recurring decimal in the school, the electric pole is a new development that must be dealt with. “Flood has been ravaging the school during…

No other time could be more auspicious to celebrate a mother, wife and confidant. All of us in the family are blessed by your compassion, love and kindness. As spouse you have been supportive. As a mother, you have been loving caring and inspiring. May the remaining years of your life be filled with joy and Abundant blessings. As your years are, so shall your strength be. Happy Birthday my darling wife and Mother. Rt. Hon James Abiodun Faleke

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has said that women must be seen at the forefront of the food security campaign in the country, reports thegazellenews.com She stated this at her State House residence while unveiling her vegetable garden which she planted to encourage first time women farmers to join the ongoing ‘Every Home A Garden’ competition. The First Lady who has planted seven species of vegetables which are: spinach, water leaf, bitter leaf, Ewedu, lemon grass, scent leaf and Okro said a little effort on the part of every individual will go a long way in ameliorating…

Dissatisfied with the judgment of Oyo State High Court granting female Muslims the right to wear hijab over their school uniform in International School Ibadan, the Management of the school has filed Motions For Stay of Execution of Judgment. The Motions were filed by the University of Ibadan, ISI, the Principal and the UI Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic. The Cases, M/413/19 to M/540/19, have been scheduled for hearing on Wednesday, 10 July, 2024 before Justice Moshood Ishola of Court Six. It will be recalled that the management of the school had in 2018 banned female Muslim students from wearing hijab on…