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 Kebbi govt to sponsor mass weddings for 300 couples; offers N250,000 dowry to each grooms The Kebbi State Government has concluded plans to sponsor 300 couples in the a mass wedding. This is the state's third edition of the mass wedding initiative. Chairman of the Mass Wedding Committee, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, disclosed this on Tuesday, July 14, while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state’s 21 local government areas and 225 wards following a screening process. Argungu said the programme, organised by the state government in partnership with the foundation of the governor’s wife, is open to all eligible indigenes, regardless of ethnic or religious background. He said each groom would receive N250,000 as dowry in line with Islamic law, while all intending couples would undergo compulsory medical screening to determine their health status and compatibility. He added that local government committees have also been direc...

 Family Announces Burial Plans For Physiotherapist Mary Habila Found Dead In Minister Umahi's House As Police Insist On Autopsy The family of 26-year-old physiotherapist Mary Habila, popularly known as Mara, has announced her burial arrangements following her death at the residence of Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, in Ebonyi State. The announcement comes as police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, with authorities maintaining that an autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause. According to the family, Habila, who was born on September 18, 2000, died on June 27, 2026. Her funeral service is scheduled for Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Deeper Life Bible Church in Nok, Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Family members, friends, colleagues, church members and sympathisers are expected to attend the service to pay their final respects. Habila's death has drawn significant public attention since reports em...

 DELTA STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE POLICE ARREST POPULAR  CONTENT CREATOR ( POPULARLY KNOWN AS ODOGWU OF ASABA) OVER ALLEGED RAPE OF 20-YEAR-OLD WOMAN The Delta State Police Command has arrested Ifeanyi Ogbonna, male, aged 40, also populary known as “Odogwu of Asaba,” in connection with the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman, who later died. The arrest followed a petition received by the Command alleging that on 1 June 2026, the deceased travelled to Asaba at the invitation of the suspect, who had offered to train her in content creation, a programme he reportedly promoted through his social media platform. Upon her arrival in Asaba, the suspect allegedly took her to a hotel, where he allegedly raped her and subjected her to physical violence. She later returned home visibly distressed and disclosed the incident to her parents. In the aftermath of the alleged assault, the deceased made a video recording in which she recounted her experience and the emotional distress s...

 Femi Adebayo Pens Emotional 21st Birthday Tribute to Daughter: 'My First Cry, First Joy' Prominent Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo recently shared a deeply emotional milestone with his fans, celebrating his eldest daughter Niniola's 21st birthday with a heartfelt social media tribute. On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the celebrated Yoruba and mainstream Nigerian cinema star took to Instagram to pen a touching message to his daughter, whom he affectionately referred to as his "forever baby." Reflecting on 21 Years of Fatherhood In his emotional post, Adebayo walked down memory lane, recalling the life-changing moment Niniola was born. He expressed immense gratitude to Allah for gifting him his "first cry, first joy, and forever baby" over two decades ago. The actor wrote about the immense pride he feels watching her evolve into a kind-hearted, intelligent, and exceptional young woman, describing the journey of fatherhood as one of his life's most rewarding ...

 VeryDarkMan's Viral Respect: Social Media Star Prostrates Before Oluwo of Iwo, Igniting Cultural Discussion Nigerian social media has been buzzing following a high-profile visit by prominent personality Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), to the ancient palace of the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi. The encounter, which reportedly took place recently, captured widespread attention, especially a poignant moment where VDM displayed deep cultural reverence to the traditional ruler. A Deep Bow to Tradition VDM, known for his outspoken commentary and his "Ratel movement" supporters, arrived at the Oluwo's palace accompanied by coordinators from the Southwest region. While the details of the discussions held behind closed doors remain undisclosed, a particular video clip from the visit quickly went viral. In it, VDM is seen prostrating fully before Oba Akanbi, a powerful demonstration of respect deeply rooted in Yoruba cultural tradition....

 Prince Harry's $20 million legal battle takes new turn as Elton John says no: 'I am not a bank' Prince Harry’s return to the U.K. to promote the 2027 Invictus Games was overshadowed by a major legal defeat. The High Court ruled against him in his privacy lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail, leaving the Duke of Sussex with nearly $20 million in legal costs.  The case, which he pursued alongside Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, Sadie Frost, and others, alleged that the publisher had illegally gathered private information through methods such as phone hacking and hidden surveillance. Reports initially suggested that Elton John, a longtime friend of Princess Diana and close to Harry, might help cover the staggering bill. However, journalist Paula Froelich claimed the singer has no intention of stepping in, with a source bluntly stating, “I am not an ATM.”  The source added that John was frustrated by the request and noted that, despite his wealth, he is “a little ta...