Veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Ezeonu recently expressed her disappointment with two young ladies who attended an audition inappropriately dressed. In a video making rounds on social media on Wednesday, the actress reprimanded the ladies for showing up without bras and wearing crop tops. Ezeonu, who was serving as a judge at the audition, did not hold back her disapproval of their attire. The video, shared by TikTok user #mrdoingscartel, captured Ezeonu warning the participants that dressing in such a manner was unacceptable, especially for a professional audition. She firmly stated that she would disqualify anyone who appeared at an audition…
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Protesting students from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) on Wednesday attacked the convoy of Ogun State Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, in Abeokuta. The Deputy Governor was en route to represent Governor Dapo Abiodun at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day event held at the 35 Artillery Brigade in Alamala when the incident occurred. The students, wielding sticks and other objects, blocked the road and vandalized several vehicles in the convoy. Efforts by security personnel to pacify the protesters and clear the road proved futile. The situation escalated after the students identified the Deputy Governor, leading to heightened aggression, according to reports by…
A devastating accident on the Ikare-Ogbagi Akoko road on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, claimed the lives of four individuals, including a motorcyclist, his two female passengers, and a baby. According to reports, the truck, which was heavily loaded with gravel, lost control while traveling from the Ikare direction and collided with a motorcycle that had stopped to allow passengers to disembark near the powerhouse area. Tragically, the motorcyclist and his passengers—two women and a baby—were crushed by the truck and died at the scene. This incident, which highlights the deteriorating state of the road, has sparked serious concern among residents…
A final-year Computer Science student of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osura, identified as Prince, was shot dead by gunmen in the early hours of Wednesday at his residence on Abuja Street, Ikot Osurua, in the Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area. The victim, who was awaiting mobilization for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), was reportedly attacked in his room in the presence of his girlfriend. According to a source within the polytechnic community, who spoke on condition of anonymity, the gunmen gained access to the compound around 1 a.m. and went directly to the victim’s room, shooting him in…
The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has announced the immediate dissolution of the State Executive Council. In a statement, the Governor exempted two key members of the cabinet from the dissolution due to the critical nature of their roles. They are the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, and the Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac. Governor Aiyedatiwa directed all affected cabinet members to hand over government properties in their possession to the accounting officers of their respective ministries. He expressed his gratitude to the outgoing members for their dedication and contributions to…
Tensions flared on Wednesday during a World Press Conference held at Radisson Blu in Ikeja, Lagos State, as Mrs. Abosede Aloba, mother of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, clashed with actor Yomi Fabiyi over allegations surrounding the singer’s death. Fabiyi accused Mohbad’s brother, Adura Aloba, of messaging him on Instagram with claims about the root cause of the singer’s untimely demise. The allegation stirred immediate reactions from Mrs. Aloba, who vehemently denied any such involvement by Adura. Pointing at Fabiyi in anger, she said, “They killed Mohbad, and you want me to lose his brother unjustly.…
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has reaffirmed his respect for President Bola Tinubu, clarifying that his criticisms are aimed at government policies rather than the president himself. In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ndume emphasized his long-standing relationship with Tinubu, describing him as a mentor. While he may disagree with certain government decisions, Ndume stressed that his intent is always to offer constructive criticism for the betterment of Nigeria. “I am not an opponent of the government. It’s our government. President Tinubu is one of my mentors,” Ndume said. He went on to explain a viral…
Timileyin Ajayi, a 32-year-old man, has been taken into custody by the Nasarawa State Police Command in Lafia for the alleged murder of 24-year-old Salome Adaidu, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. The incident occurred when Adaidu, who was stationed in Abuja, visited Ajayi’s home in the Papalana area of New Karshi, Karu Local Government Area in Nasarawa State. Ajayi was arrested on Sunday, January 12, while attempting to dispose of Adaidu’s severed head after allegedly dismembering her body. He was later paraded before the police with the knife and machetes believed to have been used in the crime.…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has accused security agents of attempting to arrest one of their star witnesses ahead of the resumed sitting of the Governorship Election Tribunal on Wednesday. A viral video shared online featured Asue Ighodalo, the PDP’s candidate in the September 21 governorship election, alongside his lead counsel, Ken Mozia, and other party members. The video showed a plainclothes security operative trying to arrest a witness, but the attempt was interrupted by those present. According to a party insider, the incident took place while Ighodalo and his team were discussing their preparations for the…
A 23-year-old man, Prince Nyerovho, has been arrested in Sapele, Delta State, for allegedly stabbing his 65-year-old father to death after consuming a synthetic drug known as “Colorado.” The tragic incident occurred on Sunday in the Amukpe area, sending shockwaves through the local community. According to family sources, Prince had a long-standing addiction to synthetic cannabinoids, commonly known as “Spice,” which had led to repeated violent behavior. His drug use was said to have caused unpredictable outbursts, including a prior incident where he allegedly attempted to strangle his mother. “This is not the first time Prince has exhibited violent behavior…