KADUNA BUSINESSMAN DRAGS EX FIANCEE’S FATHER TO COURT, DEMANDS DOWRY REFUND. (PHOTO).

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Kaduna businessman drags ex fiancee’s father to court, demands dowry refund A businessman, Nasiru Dayyabu, on Wednesday, dragged the father of his ex-fiance, Mallam Sani Direba, to Shari’a Court II sitting at Magajin Gari, Kaduna over N260,000 dowry. The complainant had joined Direba in the suit against two brothers demanding a refund of N250, 000 dowry and N10,000 introduction money he paid to marry his daughter. Represented by his counsel, Mr Sani Sunusi, the complainant told the court that he sent his people from Karaye, Kano State to Kaduna in 2025, to seek for the defendant’s daughter’s hand in marriage. “We paid the dowry and the introduction money (kudin gausuwa) and were waiting for them to set a date for the wedding,” he said. “Unfortunately, the lady’s father called to inform us that they have cancelled the marriage.” The counsel said the complainant had asked for the refund of his money since Sept. 2025 but all the efforts he made proved abortive. He claimed that his client ...

YULETIDE: ANAMBRA GOVT CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS CAROL OF LESSONS, PRAISE IN GRAND STYLE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 Yuletide: Anambra Government Celebrates Christmas Carol of Lessons, Praise in Grand Style


By Ifeyinwa Ogwo


A joyous and festive atmosphere filled the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka as the Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Culture, Entertainment, and Tourism, organized a Christmas Carol of Lessons and Praise themed "Emmanuel, God with Us," in celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.


The event featured delightful performances from the Government House Chaplaincy Choir, Singspiration Chorale, Cathedral Choir of St. Faith, Mass Choir of the Anambra State Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, and St. Patrick’s (Cathedral) College Choir. 


Adding to the joyful ambiance were orchestral accompaniments from Gentle Voice, along with praise renditions by gospel artists Geo-King and Stephanie-Kelly Uzor. 


During the event, the Commissioner for Culture, Entertainment, and Tourism, Mr. Don Onyenji, commended Gov.  Chukwuma Soludo for the significant developments taking place in the state and for approving the Christmas carol event. 


He noted, “We are happy to celebrate the glory of God through this Christmas carol and praise. As you can see, Anambra is wonderfully made with excellent road infrastructure, a beautiful environment, and notable projects. The Solution Government is diligently transforming the state into a prosperous, smart megacity.


“We thank God for Anambra State and everyone who came here to celebrate, and we wish everyone, especially those returning from The Diaspora a merry Christmas celebration. The Solution Government is committed to ensuring that you enjoy your holidays,” he added.


In attendance at the occasion were the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor; National Chairman of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), Barr. Sly Ezeokwenwa; Chief of Staff, Mr. Ernest Ezeajughi; Anambra State Command Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander, Mrs. Joyce Alexander; and Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, among others.


*Ifeyinwa is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State

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