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  Leo Edochie, one of the sons of veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has responded to rumours circulating about his death. Recall that a day back that an X user had fabricated a false rumour, alleging the death of Pete Edochie. The user claimed that the actor shared the news on his Instagram page. Taking to his Instagram page, Leo shut down the rumours, making it clear that his father is alive, strong, and healthy. He told those spreading the false reports that his father will live long and remain in good health. He said; “I have been receiving calls, text messages, WhatsApp messages, over some nonsense that people posted, that my father, Pete Edochie, is dead. "It’s a lie from the pit of hell. Our father is not just alive but hale and healthy. If you’re wishing someone dead, the person will live very long, or you’ll die before him. The video has gotten a lot of comments online. One Ijeomaobinabo wrote, “Thank you, Jesus, at least my mind is at rest now One fnwodo wrote, “Can ...

  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed speculation surrounding the future of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting the Franco-Malian tactician remains committed to the national team and is not planning to leave. Amid reports linking Chelle with interest from other national teams, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau stressed that the coach is still under contract and central to Nigeria’s football plans. Chelle, who guided the Super Eagles to a third-place finish at the last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, has reportedly attracted attention from countries such as Tunisia and Angola. “We still have a one-year contract with Eric, and therefore whatever interest anybody will show on him, he has to wait until his contract expires,” Mr Gusau said in an interview shared by the Super Eagles’ media team. The NFF president added that the federation is keen to avoid distractions and protect the progress made under Chelle’s leadership. “And basically, you know, we don’...

Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo has been hinting at a new romance in recent days, following his divorce from his ex-wife. On his Instagram page, the actor shared a video of himself working out with his woman. In the clip, the actor was captured facing the camera as his mystery woman walked into view, her back to the camera. In his caption, the father of two said growing fitter together is non-negotiable. “Growing fitter together is non-negotiable. Maka”. As  expected, the actor's post has stirred several reactions online. See Some Reactions Below; One ebymia wrote, “Looks exactly like his ex-wife. In fact, I think she’s the one One judgejudyjudy wrote, “I’m embarrassed for him. Still acting like a child One d_real_kemzy wrote, “This man get taste sha. Always going for the hottest ladies One royalbwoi wrote, “Nothing anybody wan tell me. Nah, this bros be my mentor One aramideskitchen wrote, “He puts his aesthetic into consideration when choosing a partner; he likes them tall and ...

  The Federal Government has directed the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to immediately suspend all enforcement actions related to the ban on sachet alcohol and 200ml PET bottle products. The offices of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), and National Security Adviser (ONSA), in a joint intervention, cited grave concerns over economic stability and potential security threats as reasons for the directive. The statement warned that continued enforcement, in the absence of a fully implemented National Alcohol Policy, could “destabilize communities, worsen unemployment, and trigger avoidable security challenges”. According to the statement signed by Terrence Kuanum, Special Adviser on Public Affairs to the SGF, the government clarified that while the National Alcohol Policy has been signed by the Federal Ministry of Health under the direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, NAFDAC must refrain from sealing factories or wareho...

  Nollywood actress,  Doris Ogala has expanded her list of religious leaders she has conflicts with, leveling new allegations against several pastors. The actress, who has been publicly criticizing Pastor Chris Okafor for several months, has now named three additional pastors. She claimed these pastors are not good people. She added that they gave her money but claimed they did so with an ulterior motive. The pastors she named are: Pastor Jeremiah, Pastor Chris, Pastor Jerry, and Pastor Suleman. Doris added that her time here is limited but said she would say the truth with what time she has. She wrote:  "I will tell you the pastors I've encountered. Their roles in my life. "I will mention 4 pastors. All of them have given me money one way or other. "But what was the reason for the money. "Most times the money comes with a lot of plea and insults.  "One thing is common. "1. suleman, 2. Chris, 3. Jeremaih, 4. Jerry." Doris added:  "God is not ...

Nigerian skit maker,  Aloma Isaac Junior, popularly known as Zicsaloma, has revealed that his family members played a major role in delaying him from achieving financial independence due to their entitled attitude. The  skit maker disclosed this while sharing his opinion on financial independence in a recent video broadcast. He insisted that people must adopt strict financial boundaries if they truly desire financial freedom, claiming that one has to be selfish even to friends and family to achieve their financial goals. “I  did a lot of business while growing up but most of them failed because of family. African family and even your own family are very entitled to your wealth. Even when the purpose of working is to save  money and build a better future,” he stated. The skit maker added , “It is very very okay to be financially heartless even to your friends and family so that you can even save up and break that circle. They will hate you for it but trust me it is fo...

The United States Department of Homeland Security has revealed plans to deport an additional 18 Nigerians included on its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal list. The development comes barely one week after 79 Nigerians convicted of various offences were marked for deportation. According to the statement published on DHS website on Monday, February 9, 2026, 18 Nigerians were convicted for wire fraud, child solicitation, mail fraud and identity theft. “The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is highlighting the worst of the worst criminal aliens arrested by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,"  the statement read. “Under Secretary Noem’s leadership, the hardworking men and women of DHS and ICE are fulfilling President Trump’s promise and carrying out mass deportations, starting with the worst of the worst, including the illegal aliens you see here." The convicted Nigerians named on the latest list include convicted fraudster, Obinwanne Okeke, widely known as Invictus Obi...

  Big Brother Naija power couple, Tope Adenibuyan, popularly known as Teddy A and Olawunmi Adenibuyan, popularly known as Bambam, appear to be facing marital challenges. Rumours have been circulating online that the famous couple haven’t been on good terms, especially after Teddy A did a solo shoot for Christmas. In what seems like a confirmation of the rumours, online sleuths noticed that the couple have unfollowed each other on Instagram, and Teddy A has deleted all traces of Bambam from his page. The news has divided many online users, as some blame her appearance in Omoni Oboli’s hit movie, Love In Every Word , for straining their marriage. See Some Reactions Below;  One Folasadeoreke wrote, “You all fueled this One allthingsaccessories wrote, “I knew that Achalugo movie would cause a strain in their marriage! They’d better put their differences aside and make their marriage work One mimisugar_ wrote, “Teddy A isn’t wearing his wedding ring again. One shakur_esq wrote, “Th...

  Senator Nenadi Usman, the Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), is now poised to officially take over the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. Usman will become the first female National Chairman of a major Nigerian political party. The secretariat, which is located at the Utako District, Abuja, was hitherto occupied by the Julius Abure-led faction of the party until the recent decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), officially recognized Usman and her team. At the time of filing this report, a banner bearing the photographs of Usman and the acting National Secretary, Senator Darlington Nwochocha, is being hoisted around the building preparatory to an event signalling the beginning of a new era.

Former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi has joined protests calling for the real-time transmission of election results. Recall that Nigerian youths on Monday converged in Abuja for the “Occupy National Assembly” protest against the rejection of e-transmission of election results by the Senate. The former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi also joined the protest yesterday.

  Super Eagles of Nigeria and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen on Sunday became the club’s fourth-highest scoring foreign player of all time. Osimhen achieved this feat after scoring a goal in Galatasaray’s  3-0 win against Rizespor in the Turkish Super Lig. Recall that Barış Alper Yılmaz opened the scoring for Galatasaray in the 19th minute,  before Yunus Akgün doubled the lead for the visitors. Osimhen then extended Galatasaray’s lead in the 73rd minute as they claimed all three points against the hosts. His goal for Galatasaray took him to 52 strikes already for the club, surpassing Bafetimbi Gomis’ 51 goals to become the club’s all-time fourth highest scoring foreign player. The top three players on the list ahead of Osimhen are Mauro Icardi (73), Gheorghe Hagi (72), and Milan Baros (61). Galatasaray’s all-time highest scoring foreign player: 73 goals – Mauro Icardi 72 goals – Gheorghe Hagi 61 goals – Milan Baros 52 goals – Victor Osimhen 51 goals – Bafétimbi Gomis...

  The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal on Monday, February 9, 2026, held that the Nigerian Senate acted within its constitutional powers in suspending the Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. A three-member panel of Justices of the Appellate Court unanimously ruled that it was within the powers of the Senate to have suspended Uduaghan for misconduct. The Court added that the Kogi lawmaker was unable to prove that parliamentary privilege or her constitutional rights were breached as a result of her suspension from the Senate. However, it vacated the contempt proceeding and the ₦5 million fine that was awarded against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan over the satirical apology she made to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. More so, the appellate court, in its lead verdict that was delivered by Justice A. B. Muhammed, held that the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, was not wrong to have denied the Appellant, who was not on the official seat that was allotted to h...

Dr. Saad Ahmed, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Jabi, Abuja, has explained the circumstances surrounding the death of 26-year-old Abuja-based singer Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah Music, who passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, after being bitten by a cobra at her home. Ahmed, speaking on Saturday during the Senate Committee on Health’s 2026 budget defence, said the late presentation of the victim made effective treatment difficult, despite the availability and administration of anti-snake venom. Reacting to reports circulating on social media, Ahmed dismissed claims that Nwangene was not treated with anti-venom upon arrival. He said, “She presented to our hospital over two hours after she was bitten by that cobra, and by that time, she had already started manifesting with some systemic envenomation. “Contrary to what we see on social media, that we didn’t have snake venom, two doses were promptly given. First dose was giv...

Peggy Ovire, the Nollywood actress and producer, has sparked conversation by raising a question about marital infidelity. In a post shared on her Instagram page, Peggy asked her followers what they would do if they were to find out that their husband is in a sexual relationship with his female ‘friend’ who is married. She wrote about a woman dating a man who was having an affair with a married woman with kids. She said when the lady confronted the man about the affair, he claimed they were just friends and went as far as calling the married side chick ‘local’ just to downplay everything.  She said the lady eventually married the man only to find out that she was right all along as he was and is still sleeping with the married woman. Peggy added that the irony of it all is that the man condemns single ladies who sleep with married men. Read Her Post Below; As expected, the actress' post has since stirred a lot of reactions online. While some of Peggy’s followers think it’s...

Frederick Leonard, the Nollywood actor, has filed a petition against filmmaker and media personality Stanley Ontop, accusing him of defamation. Frederick, in the petition addressed to Delta State Police Command through his legal team, Uche Okoro & Co, accused Stanley Ontop of persistently defaming his “reputation unprovoked for over two years”. In the petition dated January 28, 2026, Frederick further accused Stanley of feeding the public with a negative impression about him. While threatening to deal with Stanley, Frederick who shared the petition on his Instagram page on Monday morning, said “I’m coming for you.” Captioning the petition letter, Frederick wrote:  “Mr. Stanley Chibueze Ajemba a.k.a Stanley Ontop. “You have been served, the law will takes its course to the full extent. You first, others will follow. “I f you claim or allege, you must prove with evidence. I’m coming for you.”

  Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate and frontrunner for the 2027 elections, led a group of protesters to the National Assembly on Monday to demand electoral reforms. Obi, who was accompanied by several supporters including activist Aisha Yesufu, was seen at the entrance of the parliamentary complex as the demonstrators pressed their demands. The protesters gathered at the National Assembly to call for the approval of real-time electronic transmission of election results from polling units, a key provision in the Electoral Amendment Bill currently under consideration. Their presence at the complex drew attention as they chanted and displayed solidarity in support of electoral transparency and credibility. Security operatives were deployed to maintain order around the area. Personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps and other paramilitary agencies stationed patrol vans at strategic points around the National Assembly complex, while ...

Nigerian youths are currently gathering in Abuja for the “Occupy National Assembly” protest, following the Senate’s rejection of the electronic transmission of election results. There is heavy security presence at the scene, with personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The demonstration is against the backdrop of the Senate’s position on the electronic transmission of election results. Recall that the Senate on Wednesday reportedly turned down a proposed change to Clause 60, sub-section 3 of the Electoral Amendment Bill that sought to make electronic transmission of election results compulsory. At the time of filing this report, the protesters had begun their march from the Federal Secretariat, heading towards the National Assembly gate.

  Veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has recounted the harrowing experience she and her family endured during the 2020 #EndSARS protests, revealing that her children received death threats, which forced her to reconsider her activism. Omotola, who has been in the spotlight for over three decades, made the revelation during an interview on Rubbin’ Minds, a current affairs programme on Channels Television, aired on Sunday. Reflecting on the intensity of the backlash she endured, the award-winning actress described the #EndSARS period as the most threatening chapter of her public advocacy journey. She said,  “I am used to death threats; I have received them many times. But I have never seen anything like what happened during #EndSARS. It was intense.” According to Omotola, the situation took a disturbing turn when her children became targets. “My kids started getting death threats. That was when it became weird,”  she said, visibly emotional. She...

A suspected kidnapper, who allegedly disguised himself as a mentally ill person, has been apprehended by residents of Oda Town in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State. It was gathered that the suspect, who allegedly pretended to be a mad man, stationed himself in front of Ogbe High School, where he reportedly stayed for about three days. Residents became suspicious of his continued presence in the area and eventually confronted him on Wednesday. This development came barely two weeks after a child in Emiloro Community, Oda Town, was declared missing, a situation that has heightened fear and anxiety among residents. The incident has since triggered panic in the community, with residents calling on parents and guardians to be more vigilant, particularly regarding the movement of their children, especially younger ones. A video shows the sweets, juice, calabash, clothes, a bag, a cage and shoes reportedly recovered from the suspect.  The video also showed a ‘charm’ tied aro...

Danjuma Bagu, one of the survivors of the deadly attack on the Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, said he has been unable to reach his family. It was gathered that  he has not heard from his wife and six children, several days after gunmen stormed the community. The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Community leaders and residents said on Sunday that the death toll had risen to 150, as search and rescue efforts were still ongoing. Bagu, who is receiving treatment for a gunshot wound to the thigh at the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital (KWASUTH), stated that he fled during the attack and has lost contact with his family. “As I speak with you now, I don’t know if my wife and six children are alive. I have not heard from them since Tuesday, after the incident. I also lost my phone,”  he said. Bagu explained that the attackers, numbering about 200 and riding motorcycles, invaded the community and began shooting sporadically. He app...

Dami Marshall, the daughter of Fuji maestro, Wasiu Omogbolahan Olasunkanmi Adewale Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, has debunked rumours of a romantic relationship with Nigerian singer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake. Dami  and Asake recently sparked relationship rumours after she shared a picture of herself with the singer at an event with the caption, “Mr Money and Mrs Money.” She has now clarified that she and Asake are not dating. She  explained that the picture was from her first meeting with the singer. “Guys, that was my first time meeting him [Asake], so I took a picture. Do not believe blogs, they can do anything for traffic,” Miss Marshall wrote on her Instagram page, shutting down the rumours. Asake is not publicly known to be in any romantic relationship since breaking up with his Gambia girlfriend, Madame Mystique in 2014.

  Matthew Ogundele, a Nigerian gospel musician, and three members of his crew have been found dead inside a music studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos State. The other victims were identified as Itunu Ogundele, Joseph Sanya, and a blogger, Matthew Awosanya, popularly known as JoesTv. Findings indicate that the deceased were invited to minister on Tuesday, the second day of a three-day birthday praise programme organised by fellow gospel artiste, Olanireti Akinbola. A police source disclosed on Saturday that the artistes arrived for the programme in the evening and performed late into the night. Owing to the late hour, they reportedly chose to spend the night in the studio, where they were later discovered dead the following morning. “The convener organised a three-day birthday praise which began on Monday. Matthew Ogundele and his crew were billed to minister on Tuesday. The programme lasted late, so they decided to sleep over in the studio. It was the next morni...

  The family of the late singer Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah Music, has announced her funeral arrangements following her tragic death from a snakebite at her Abuja residence on January 31, 2026. Recall that Nanyah was rushed to the hospital after the incident, but sadly did not survive. Her sudden passing has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans, friends, and colleagues in Nigeria’s music community. Her brother, Kingsley Nwangene, confirmed the funeral plans via his Instagram handle @official_kaybaba1, where he posted her obituary alongside a heartfelt tribute,  “Till I see you again.” According to the family’s statement, a service of songs will be held on February 10 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Abule Oshun, Dansa, Lagos, starting at 4 p.m., followed by a requiem mass at 6 p.m. at the same venue. “Ifunanya will be laid to rest in her hometown in Enugu State on February 14, 2026, while a thanksgiving service to celebrate her life and legacy...

  A group wearing IPOB clothing and displaying IPOB flags has announced the cancellation of the long-standing Monday sit-at-home directive across the South-East. The group made the announcement in a video that went viral on Sunday, stating that all markets, schools, businesses and workplaces are to resume normal activities from Monday, February 9, 2026, without fear or intimidation. According to the group, the decision followed what it described as a direct instruction from Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, ordering the suspension of the weekly sit-at-home action. The group appealed to residents of the region to return fully to their daily routines, assuring them that it was now safe to do so. “This decision is meant to restore normal economic, educational and social life in the region,” the speaker said in the video, urging traders to open their shops, students to return to school and workers to report to their places of duty without fear. However, the group also issued a warning to the Anam...