‘I didn’t snatch anyone’s husband’, Actress Biodun Okeowo denies allegations (Vanguard)
Nollywood actress, Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty has denied the allegations of ‘snatching’ the husband of veteran actress’ daughter, Lola Idije.
Contrary to the rumours making the rounds, Okeowo, in a recent Instagram live session explained that her husband does not have any affair with the daughter of Idije.
Her words: “My husband does not know any of Actress Lola Idije’s daughters. In fact, actress Lola and my husband spoke for the first time through me. Read more
Economic reforms already yielding results – Tinubu (Punch)
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the progress made through his administration’s reforms, urging stronger collaboration between government, private sector, and international partners to steer Nigeria’s economy toward sustained growth and stability.
The President made the call during the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit held on Monday in Abuja.
The NES serves as a crucial platform for fostering dialogue and driving economic policy recommendations. Read more
Court orders VeryDarkMan to take down social media posts about Falz, Falana (Leadership)
The Lagos State High Court, on Tuesday, ordered controversial social media activist, Martin Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to take down what it called defamatory comments and videos on social media about renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, Folarin Falana, popularly called Falz.
Justice M. O. Dawodu, who delivered the ruling in suit no: ID/8584/GCM/2024, ruled that VeryDarkMan’s videos on his social media accounts posted on September 24 linking a crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, a.k.a Bobrisky, to Falz and his father were defamatory and injurious to their public image. Read more
Court orders N500m fine against VeryDarkMan for defaming Falana, Falz (Vanguard)
The Lagos State High Court has ordered social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to remove defamatory comments and videos about renowned lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and his son, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz. Additionally, the court has imposed a N500 million fine for libel.
Justice M. O. Idowu delivered the judgment on Tuesday in suit no: ID/8584/GCM/2024. The case centered around defamatory remarks and videos posted by VeryDarkMan on September 24, 2024, linking the Falana family to controversial internet personality Bobrisky.
The court found the statements to be defamatory and damaging to the public image of both Femi Falana and his son. According to the ruling, the social media critic knew the claims were false but published them with the intent to harm their reputations. Read more
Apologise to Nigerian government, Senate tells Libya (Channels)
The Senate on Tuesday, asked Libya to apologise to the Nigerian government over the ill-treatment it meted out to Nigeria’s senior football men’s team, Super Eagles on Monday.
This was after the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio condemned the act, while also demanding a probe and penalisation of Libya over the matter.
Under personal explanation on Tuesday, Senator Ismaila Kawu raised the ill-treatment of the Super Eagles football team by the Libyan authorities and football federation in Libya. Read more
Education Commissioner cracks down on unethical practices in Kogi schools (Tribune)
Kogi State Government has vowed to put an end to any form of student extortion and unethical practices in schools across the state.
The Kogi State Commissioner for Education, Hon. Wemi Jones FCIB, gave the assurance when he paid an unscheduled visit to Muslim Community Secondary School in Lokoja on Tuesday.
He also reiterated his commitment to upholding the free education policy of His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. Read more
Tinubu offers condolences to Ladoja on the passing of his wife (Nation)
In a heartfelt message, President Bola Tinubu commiserated with former Oyo State governor Rashidi Ladoja on the passing of his wife, Tinuade.
The president extended his condolences to Ladoja’s family, associates of the late Tinuade, and the Celestial Church of Christ, where she was a devoted member of the Pastor-In-Council.
Tinuade Ladoja was renowned for her charitable works, wise counsel, and tireless advocacy for women’s and children’s welfare and education. Read more
Delta APC leaders pass vote of confidence on Omo-Agege (Independent)
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress from the 10 Wards in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State have passed a vote of confidence on His Excellency, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, the immediate past Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, describing him as the best thing to happen to APC in Delta State and assuring him of their support in the years to come.
This took place at the weekend, when the Federal National Commissioner for the National Population Commission representing Delta state, Hon.Mrs Blessyn Brume- Ataguba hosted a meeting of ward leaders, chairmen, women and youth leaders and Excos of the APC in the Ten (10) wards of Udu LGA at Mercy Haven by DSC Township, Orhuwhorun, Delta State. Read more
GloRilla takes album promo to next level by wearing ‘Glorious’ cover on her hair (HipHopDx)
GloRilla is taking the promo for her debut album Glorious to the next level, printing the cover on her latest hair style.
In a carousel post she shared to her Instagram on Sunday (October 13), Big Glo showed off her latest ‘do – and fans were feeling it.
“Your hair is the first I ever seen tell ‘em don’t be trynna copy you,” one person wrote. Read more
Content creator, 26, falls to his death from 630 feet bridge while filming social media post (People)
A 26-year-old content creator from England has died after trying to climb one of Spain’s tallest bridges.
On Sunday, Oct. 13, Talavera de la Reina’s Councillor for Citizen Security, Macarena Muñoz, confirmed the man had fallen while attempting to climb the Castilla-La Mancha bridge, per a release from the Mayor’s office on the city’s website.
According to the post, Muñoz said climbing the 630-feet-high structure was “totally prohibited and which we have reiterated on many occasions cannot be done under any circumstances.” Read more
Kenya’s High Court rejects move to stop deputy president’s impeachment debate (ABC)
Kenya’s High Court on Tuesday rejected an application by the deputy president’s lawyers to stop the senate from debating an impeachment motion against him after parliament voted to remove him from office last week.
Justice Chacha Mwita ruled that parliament will be allowed to proceed with its constitutional mandate and the court won’t “interfere.”
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment motion was approved by a 281-44 vote in parliament last week and forwarded to the senate, which will begin hearings on Wednesday. Gachagua is facing impeachment over corruption and other irregularities, including allegations that he supported anti-government protests in June. He denies all the charges against him. Read more
British Novichok attack inquiry: Family of woman killed calls for Putin to take the stand (UPI)
A public inquiry in Britain into the killing of a woman in a suspected Russian nerve agent attack in 2018 heard from her mother Tuesday of the intelligence, humor and kindness of a daughter who “never got to say goodbye to her mom.”
In a statement to the judge-led hearings in Salisbury where Dawn Sturgess, 44, was poisoned with a banned organophosphate agent, known as Novichok, in July 2018, after handling a discarded perfume bottle containing the substance, Caroline Sturgess paid tribute to her daughter and said the family found some comfort from knowing no one else died in the attack.
The incident, in which Sturgess’ partner was also seriously injured — but survived — occurred four months after exiled former Russian military intelligence officer Sergei Skripal and his daughter, Yulia, were the targets of a Novichok attack in the same town that the British government says was ordered by Moscow. Read more
Italy transfers first group of asylum seekers to Albania as part of controversial deal (AfricaNews)
taly’s interior ministry announced on Monday that it is transferring a first group of migrants to Albania, where Giorgia Meloni’s far-right government opened two centres it plans to use to process thousands of male migrants.
The ship, carrying 10 men from Bangladesh and 6 from Egypt, left the island of Lampedusa, and is expected to arrive in Albania on Wednesday.
Those on board were rescued at sea after setting off from Libya. Read more
Ka, Brooklyn rapper and New York firefighter, dies aged 52 (Guardian)
Ka, a Brooklyn rapper, producer and firefighter, died unexpectedly on Saturday at age 52, according to a post on his Instagram account.
Kaseem Ryan was a member of the group Natural Elements and also served in the New York City fire department (FDNY). He collaborated with Roc Marciano and GZA and earned praise from artists such as Erykah Badu and Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, BET reported.
“We kindly ask that the privacy of Ka’s family and loved ones be respected as they grieve this incalculable loss,” the Instagram post reads. “Born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Ka lived a life of service – to his city, to his community, and to his music. As a 20-year veteran of the New York City Fire Department, he put his life on the line to protect his fellow citizens.” Read more
Hezbollah deputy Naim Qassem says group aims to inflict pain on Israel (NewArab)
Hezbollah’s deputy secretary general Naim Qassem said on Tuesday his group has adopted “a new calculation” to inflict pain on Israel, even as he called for a ceasefire.
Israel launched a major offensive against the Iran-backed Hezbollah on 23 September with the aim of allowing residents of northern Israel to return to homes they had been forced to evacuate during a year of cross-border rocket fire from Lebanon.
“The solution is a ceasefire, we are not speaking from a position of weakness,” Qassem said. “If the Israelis do not want that, we will continue,” he added in a broadcast speech. Read more
Chukwueze may leave AC Milan on loan in January (CompleteSports)
Nigeria winger Samuel Chukwueze could leave Serie A giants AC Milan on loan in January.
Chukwueze has struggled for regular playing time this season under new manager Paulo Fonseca.
According to TMW, the talented winger could be sent away on loan when the transfer window reopens in January. Read more
Super Eagles: Akpabio urges CAF to probe, penalise Libya (Channels)
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has condemned in strong terms the ill-treatment of members of the nation’s senior team, the Super Eagles, and its delegation to a return leg of the 2025 African Cup of Nation (AFCON) qualifier in Libya.
Akpabio, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh decried the antics and shameful behaviour of the Libyan officials and authorities saying, “This unfortunate incident is a stark reminder of the disregard for human dignity and the lack of respect for international norms”.
He declared that the reported mistreatment of the players is not only unacceptable, but also a breach of the principles of fair play and sportsmanship that underpins international football competitions. Read more
Boxer’s ex-wife wildly celebrates his defeat on live stream and screams: ‘You deserved it, idiot’ (Metro)
The ex-wife of boxer Dmitry Bivol wildly celebrated his defeat to Artur Beterbiev last weekend and declared ‘karma has reached the idiot’.
Bivol and Beterbiev met in a historic showdown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday night in a bout to crown the light-heavyweight division’s first undisputed champion in 22 years.
Beterbiev picked up a hugely controversial points win with Bivol’s promoter Eddie Hearn insisting the judge who awarded the fight 116-112 in Beterbiev’s favour ‘should never work in boxing again’. Read more
Sir Alex Ferguson to step down from Manchester United ambassadorial role as INEOS cost-cutting continues (SkySports)
Sir Alex Ferguson is to step down from his Manchester United ambassadorial role at the end of the season.
Part-owner INEOS has been overseeing cost-cutting measures since taking charge of football operations when Sir Jim Ratcliffe bought a minority stake in the Premier League club.
It is understood that the decision was made amicably and the legendary manager will always be welcome at Old Trafford. Read more
Eidevall resigns as Arsenal head coach (BBC)
Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall has resigned.
The north London club sit sixth in the Women’s Super League (WSL) after winning just one of their opening four games of the 2024-25 season.
Assistant coach Renee Slegers will take charge on an interim basis.
“We thank Jonas for his commitment to the club and achievements here since joining us in 2021,” sporting director Edu said. Read more
Tom Brady expected to become part owner of NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders (NBC)
National Football League owners are expected to approve Tom Brady as minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday, a person familiar with the matter told CNBC.
The seven-time Super Bowl champ is looking to buy about a 10% stake in the Raiders with his business partner, Knighthead Capital founder Tom Wagner.The deal is subject to approval by 24 of the NFL’s 32 team owners at the league meeting in Atlanta. Brady and Wagner are not expected to be at the meeting, the person told CNBC. Read more