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  Abia State Governor, Alex Otti (left) and Sonny McDon Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has stepped in to clear the medical bills of veteran Nollywood actor, Sonny McDon, who is currently battling prostate cancer. The Governor’s Special Assistant on Entertainment and Tourism, J Martins, announced the development on the social media platform X. He stated that the veteran actor had been managing the health challenge for several years before the governor took over the financial responsibility for his treatment. “I am pleased to announce that H.E @alexottiofr has taken over the medical expenses bill for one of Abia’s legendary actors, Mr Sunny Macdon, who has been battling with prostate cancer for some years now. The office of the SSA on Entertainment & Tourism appreciates his kind gesture.” McDon has spent over 30 years in the Nigerian film industry as an actor, producer, and director, starring in major productions like Force Empire and Domitilla: The Reboot.

  The 2027 presidential candidate under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has pledged to release the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu if he becomes the president of Nigeria. Peter Obi  said the Nigerian Government has no reason to detain Kanu due to his insults on Radio Biafra. Addressing Nigerians in Washington, the former Anambra State governor vowed to dialogue with agitators if elected president of Nigeria. He  said:  “There’s no reason for keeping Nnamdi Kanu. I will free Nnamdi Kanu as President, he has done nothing wrong, the government has no reason to arrest him because he was speaking and calling people names on radio, it doesn’t make sense. “Anybody can tell you anything, I’m a politician and people call me all sorts of names and I don’t think calling me names is an offence, it’s not an offence. “ If I am in government today, I will discuss with all agitators because I believe that they have a reason for what...

  The leader of the transnational gang, Tren de Aragua was killed in a joint operation by the United States and Venezuela, authorities in the South American nation said on Friday. Founded in Venezuela, Tren de Aragua has been designated a terrorist organisation by the United States and is also active in Colombia, Peru, and Chile. “There were clashes with members of these criminal structures, in which Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, popularly known as Nino Guerrero, was neutralized,” Venezuela’s Ministry of Communications said in a statement. The ministry said the “joint operation” took place in the southeast of Bolivar state, and involved “specialized technological support” and intelligence exchange between the United States and Venezuela. The United States President, Donald Trump said earlier Friday that American forces carried out a deadly strike on the gang leader. “ At my direction, the United States Southern Command delivered a swift and lethal kinetic strike to successful...

  Former Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape charges, has been denied a visa to enter Canada to play for Ghana in the World Cup, FIFA said on Friday. “ FIFA can confirm that player Thomas Partey will be unable to travel from Ghana’s Team Base Camp in Boston, U.S.A, to Canada for their first match against Panama on Wednesday, 17 June, as his visa application has been refused by the Canadian government,” world football’s governing body said. FIFA said it was “not involved in the immigration processes of host countries, including the adjudication of visas”. “As with previous FIFA events, the host government ultimately determines who receives a visa and is admitted into the country,” it added. It  is believed that Partey will, however, be eligible to play in Ghana’s subsequent Group L games against England and Croatia, which will both take place in the United States. Partey, who plays for Spanish side Villarreal, has pleaded not guilty to seve...

  Bajrakitiyabha, Princess Rajasarini Siribajra, has died after spending more than three years in a coma, plunging Thailand into mourning. The 47-year-old royal who was also the former Ambassador of Thailand to Austria, passed away on Thursday evening, according to a statement from the royal household. Her death followed a long medical battle that began in December 2022 when she collapsed while exercising with her dogs. Reports said the princess suffered a severe heart-related condition linked to a mycoplasma infection. The illness left her unconscious despite years of intensive treatment and medical support. News of her collapse had sparked widespread concern across Thailand and beyond. Known for her public service and active lifestyle, Princess Bajrakitiyabha remained a respected figure throughout her illness. The royal household said doctors made every effort to aid her recovery, but her condition continued to decline over time. The palace said in a statement: “The medical team ...

  Veteran Nollywood  actor, Emeka Ike sparked widespread online reactions after appearing at a protest in Abuja on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The demonstration, tagged “Tinubu Must Go,” was led by social media activist and influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM) and other campaigners. In a viral video from the protest, Emeka Ike expressed concern over worsening insecurity in the country. He said fear has taken over major highways. He warned that many Nigerians can no longer travel safely by road. The actor also made an emotional appeal to the government. He urged stronger action against banditry, kidnapping and violent crime across the country. He further lamented that road travel, once a common and preferred option for Nigerians, has now become risky due to repeated attacks. He said: “I love travelling by road, but today I am denied that freedom. So many Nigerians love travelling by road, but we are no longer safe. We are begging the government, p...