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 Lagos 2027: Youth group affirms Seyi Tinubu’s right to contest The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), a prominent umbrella organisation representing youth groups across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, on Sunday, emphatically stated that it is not a crime for Chief Seyi Tinubu to be elected as Governor of Lagos State in 2027. CONYL also stated that Seyi Tinubu, like every Nigerian citizen, has a constitutionally guaranteed right to vote and be voted for. The President General of CONYL, Comrade Goodluck Ibem, in a statement, said that Seyi Tinubu’s eligibility to contest elections should not be called into question solely because his father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, previously served as Governor of Lagos State. The coalition urged supporters of democracy and good governance to rally behind Seyi Tinubu, who they believe has the vision and capacity to elevate Lagos State to greater heights. He said: “The call by Nigerian youths for him to contest for the office of Gove...

 Mahama Returns As Ghana President After 3 Attempts Ghana’s former President, John Dramani Mahama, has returned as Ghana’s President-elect after three attempts. Mahama won the country’s presidential election after his primary opponent, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, conceded defeat. “The people of Ghana have spoken, the people have voted for change at this time, and we respect it with all humility,” Bawumia said in a news conference on Sunday. The defeat in Saturday’s election ended the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) under President Nana Akufo-Addo’s two terms in power. This period was marked by Ghana’s worst economic crisis in years, involving high inflation and a debt default. Bawumia said he called Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to congratulate him. Earlier, NDC spokesman Sammy Gyamfi told reporters the party’s internal review of results showed Mahama won 56.3 per cent of the vote against 41.3 per cent for Bawumia. “It is very clear the people of this co...

 BENUE PERM SECS UNDERGO TRAINING TO DRIVE ALIA'S 7-POINT AGENDA Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia A 3-day training workshop/ induction organised by the Benue Public Service Institute, Makurdi started on Tuesday for the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, with a call on the participants to be equipped so as to work harder in the implementation of the Governor Hyacinth Alia’s 7-point agenda. Addressing the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, the Director General (DG) of the Institute, Professor Terkura Tarnande, said the performance of the Permanent Secretaries depended largely on how they are equipped, stressing that the training workshop/ induction was a deliberate measure to equip the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries to perform maximally. The DG, who emphasized that the success of any responsible government could be traced to the civil servants, noted that government policies no matter how beautiful they appear would not be efficiently and effectively implemented wit...

 Georgia teen collapsed while playing volleyball then passed away while waiting for an ambulance that never came. 15-year-old Amanda Sylvester experienced a medical emergency while warming up with the Dream Chasers Volleyball Club at Tracey Wyatt Recreation Complex in College Park, GA.  The disturbing incident took place on Thursday, December 5th. After Amanda suddenly collapsed, the fire department and other EMS services arrived on scene and began treating the teen who was still able to speak at that time.  However Grady EMS "never fully responded" to the multiple requests for an ambulance on scene to transfer the teen that was fighting for her life. However, it was believed by everyone involved that an ambulance was on its way.  Finally fed up with waiting for over an hour, the frantic mother loaded her daughter into her own minivan and drove her to Children's Hospital of Atlanta. Once at the hospital, Amanda went into full cardiac failure and sadly passed away. Me...

 In everything give thanks - Funsho Adeoti speaks up amidst backlash over Mercy Aigbe’s property loss Funsho Adeoti, the first wife of Nollywood film producer and marketer Kazim Adeoti, had spoken up amidst the backlash that followed her previous post. On Instagram, Funsho Adeoti wrote about the importance of thanksgiving. Quoting from the scriptures, the mother of four urged everyone to be thankful in all things. She noted that she is thankful in all circumstances, even when it is difficult 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning us. Thankful in all circumstances, even when those circumstances are difficult.” This post follows the backlash she received from netizens for that king God hours after her husband’s second wife, Mercy Aigbe, listed her property in Nigeria. The US-based Funsho Adeoti created a buzz online when she shared a Thanksgiving message hours after the fire incident. Although there is a time diffe...

 From philosophy to philanthropy” – Rosy Meurer showers praises on Olakunle Churchill as he launches new project Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has showered praises on her husband, Olakunle Churchill, as he launches a new project. Rosy Meurer took to her Instagram account to share a clip of her husband’s newly launched business and show her pride. The mother of two praised her husband’s innovative mindset for stepping into the food business as she loves cooking.

 I refuse to get old because I am  feeling 45 and fabulous every single day - Veteran Nollywood Actress Mama Rainbow.  Legendary Actress Mama Rainbow has review her physiological and psychology through her verified social media handle as the legend Nollywood Actress said she is feeling 45 and fabulous every single day. Mama rainbow posted her picture looking 45 with pretty face and looking take away. On the caption Mama Rainbow posted with the picture, the veteran Actress  review that age is just a number and at 82 she have decided that life is just getting started. She said she refused to get old because she is feeling 45 and fabulous every single day. Mama rainbow caption  Age is just a number!  At 82, I’ve decided life is just getting started. I refuse to get old—feeling 45 and fabulous every single day!  Stay young at heart, my friends. #YoungAtHeart #82IsTheNew45 #NeverTooLate #AgelessVibes”  happy Sunday my children my family and friends.

 The internet is outraged after a 22-year-old influencer shared a video of her "dancing next to her 85-year-old boyfriend's hospital bed and declaring she's in the will". Bronwin Aurora , a social media influencer from Toronto, is under fire after sharing a now viral video. In the video shared to TikTok, Bronwin shows herself dancing to "Keep up, I'm too fast". The video was captioned, "Guys I  got on the will, should I pull the plug?" This isn't the first controversial post she has shared in regards to her aged boyfriend. In the past she has shared videos of her dancing after her boyfriend spent $20,000 on jewelry for her. She has also made videos saying she is "not intimate with him and would need medical clearance to do so". The current video has garnered nearly half a million views with many users admonishing Bronwin for engaging in an exploitive relationship.  What are your thoughts?

 EPE CHAIRMAN CONFIDENT OF ELECTRICITY RESTORATION FOR FESTIVE SEASON The Chairman of Epe Local Government Council, Princess Surah Animashaun, has assured residents of the council that her administration is committed to restoring electricity to Epe and its environs ahead of the Christmas and New Year celebrations. She stated that necessary measures have been taken, and relevant authorities have assured a stable electricity supply during the festive season. Speaking to journalists about the recent prolonged blackout in the Epe division, Princess Animashaun said, “We are fully committed to ensuring Epe enjoys a reliable and steady power supply once again. To achieve this, my administration, alongside other relevant stakeholders, is working diligently to enhance power infrastructure and resolve the challenges causing the outages”. While acknowledging the broader challenges in the nation’s power sector, she attributed the prolonged outages in the council largely to vandalism of power c...

 LASG INSTALS NEW OBA OF IGBOOYE KINGDOM As part of the efforts to ensure traditional institutions are involved in governance as well as engender peaceful co-existence among residents, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has installed Prince Abdulrasaq Akanni Musa as the Oba Alaiyeluwa, the Orikelu of Igbooye Kingdom. In his keynote address, the Governor commended the Ruling House of Igbooye Kingdom for maintaining a united front which fostered the seamless process of selecting the new Oba. The Governor, who was represented by the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mr Bolaji Kayode Robert, at the event, congratulated the new Oba and urged him to uphold the dignity of the throne, maintain cordial relationships with other Obas while promoting peaceful co-existence with neighbouring communities. Sanwo-Olu also assured that the State Government will always ensure that Igbooye Kingdom would enjoy the dividends that democracy...

 VULNERABLE CHILDREN: LASG CALLS FOR MORE COLLABORATION AMONG STAKEHOLDERS The Lagos State Government has said for the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the state to be given a better life, there is a need for more collaboration among various stakeholders in both the public and private sector  The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Pharm (Mrs.) Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu stated this at the OVC Technical Steering Committee Meeting of Stakeholders in Lagos State held recently at the State Treasury Office Resource Centre, Alausa. Oke-Osayintolu said, "We need to come together with a shared mission to address the challenges faced by Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in our state. The purpose of today's meeting is to assess our progress and identify challenges and strategies on how we can better coordinate our efforts to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes". She noted that the complex circumstances these children face, such as the lack...

 Ghanaian politicians rarely change party every general election –INEC Chair The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmood Yakubu, has expressed his fascination for a political tradition in Ghana where politicians hardly defect to another party every general election — a practice that is common in Nigeria. Yakubu also commended Ghana’s electoral process, especially its innovations and political stability as key factors in the smooth conduct of its 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections.  Ghana’s ex-president, John Dramani Mahama, won the country’s presidential election held on Saturday after his main opponent, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), conceded defeat. Briefing newsmen at his residence, Bawumia said Mahama’s National Democratic Congress (NDC) also won the parliamentary election. The VP confirmed that he had called his opponent, Mahama, to congratulate him. “The people of Ghana have spoke...

 State buildings set on fire as Mozambique protests persist At least 20 people were injured in clashes with police in Mozambique as violent protests against the disputed presidential election of October 9 continued, with two state buildings in the capital Maputo set on fire by arsonists, a senior police official said, AA reported. Presidential candid ate Venancio Mondlane has called for a weeklong new phase of protests across the country, beginning on Wednesday. National police spokesperson Orlando Mudumane told the media that the demonstrators cut off part of Maputo by blocking any moving traffic with burning tyres, stones, and containers. He added that the protesters used homemade bombs to burn down two government buildings. Mudumane said about 20 people were injured in clashes with police, who also used tear gas canisters to disperse the protesters. "But we have managed to disperse them while they were about to attack and vandalise police units, so that they could seize police ...

 I feel so presidential just like Trump – Cubana Chief Priest says as he storms airport in grand style Socialite and businessman Pascal Chubuike, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, is comparing himself with US President-elect Donald Trump Taking to his Instagram page to share photos of him arriving at Sam Mbakwe International Airport in a grand style, Cubana stated that he feels so presidential just like Trump. “So Presidential, Just Like Trump”.

 I won’t visit your restaurants in 2025 if you don't abide to my rules– Daddy Freeze reads the riot act as he issues a PSA to Nigerian restaurants Media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze has sent a message to Nigerian restaurants ahead of 2025. Taking to his Instagram page, he stated that if they don’t stock diet, light, or zero-sugar drinks, he wouldn’t be visiting their restaurants in 2025.  Daddy Freeze made it known that he doesn’t drink regular soda as it’s all sugary, and neither does he drink fruit juices as they are sugar-swamped. Freeze noted how UK restaurants provide soft drinks with zero sugar or diet drinks.

 Being far from home is always the hardest” – Regina Daniels emotional as first son, Munir breaks down in tears as she leaves for Mexico; fans react Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has been left emotional over her first son’s behavior as she storms Mexico. The wife of billionaire Ned Nwoko had shared photos of her at the airport with her family, and one of the photos captured the moment her first son, Munir, was shedding tears as she left for Mexico. Captioning the photos, Regina stated that being far from home is always the hardest but she is gonna enjoy her trip cos it is worth it.

 We made it this year. It can only be God – Warri Pikin shares lovely family photos to mark 2024 Thanksgiving Nigerian comedian Anita Asuoha has melted hearts with her family photos to celebrate 2024 Thanksgiving. Taking to her Instagram page, she shared adorable photos of her, her husband, their two kids, and her husband as she appreciated her Maker. She noted how her family made it this year and credited God for being behind it Warri Pikin stated that she is truly grateful to God for his unending mercies in the good and bad times. ASUOHA FAMILY THANKSGIVING 2024 My family and I made it through this year. It can only be God. We are truly grateful to God for his unending mercies in the good and the bad times

 Drama as BBNaija Tacha finally removes Davido’s tattoo on her chest, shares video of the procedure Big Brother Naija’s former housemate Tacha Akide has finally kept to her promise of removing music star Davido’s tattoo on her chest The reality star, who was an ardent fan of Davido had inscribed his face on her chest, but after they fell out last year, she revealed plans to remove the tattoo. Sticking to her promise, Tacha, who recently relocated to the UK, shared a video of her removing the tattoo. She shared a clip of the procedure on her Instagram page. As expected, the video drew reactions from netizens who praised her for such a move.

 Keep on resting Maami - Nollywood Actor Sunkanmi Omobolanle pay tribute to late mother Nigeria Actor Sunkanmi Omobolanle has pay tribute to his late mother on the  19 years remembrance of his late mom. The actor via his verified social media handle pen a heartfelt and emotional tribute to his late more and pray for her to keep resting in peace  Sunkanmi posted the picture of her late mom with caption miss you mom  He also promised his late mom forever in his heart as the actor states that he we forever remember his mom. He describe his mom as his joy and wish her 19years remember

 An airline is investigating after a crew member recorded video of 2 passengers engaged in 'intimate acts’ Airline crew members are under investigation after a video of two passengers on a Swiss International Air Lines flight emerged on social media. The incident took place last Friday on a flight from Bangkok and Zurich, an airline spokesperson told Business Insider. The spokesperson said two passengers were in the front galley of the Boeing 777 near the flight deck, where a camera is located that lets pilots carry out checks before opening the cockpit door. From a screen on the flight deck, the couple were "observed engaging in intimate acts" while a crew member recorded them on a phone. Footage of the couple then began circulating on WhatsApp and was obtained by the Swiss newspaper 20 Minuten, which first reported the story. The airline said it expected the crew to intervene immediately and found it "intolerable" that the passengers were filmed and commented ...

 Troops from  6 Brigade Nigerian Army, in conjunction with Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, have dealt a significant blow to bandits operating in Taraba and Benue States.  The operation, codenamed "Operation Golden Peace," aims to restore peace and security in the region. On December 7, 2024, the troops launched a well-coordinated clearance operation in the Akahagu and China villages of Ukum Local Government Area in Benue State. The operation extended to Ikayor village, where troops engaged bandits linked to the notorious criminal Akiki Utiv, also known as "Full Fire." The bandits were forced to flee after troops applied overwhelming firepower. A red Toyota Corolla vehicle, a motorcycle, and various items, including a military camouflage trouser and a Beretta pistol, were recovered. Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of the 6 Brigade, commended the troops for their bravery and resilience. He assured residents of Taraba and Benue States that the mil...

 Donald Trump has appointed a woman who accidentally shot dead her father to be the US’s new Surgeon General. Dr Janette Nesheiwat, 48, is expected to be sworn in within weeks of Mr Trump’s January 20 inauguration to take the position as ‘the nation’s top doctor’. Glamorous Dr Nesheiwat is famous in the US as a medical expert on Fox News and has often talked about how losing her father at a young age inspired her career in medicine. But The New York Times last night revealed that when she was 13 she accidentally shot dead her father at the family home in Orlando, Florida.  According to a 1990 police report, she told officers she was trying to find a pair of scissors and reached for a fishing tackle box on a shelf. She told police: ‘I was in father’s bedroom at around 7.15am getting some scissors. I opened the fishing tackle box and the whole thing tipped over. ‘Something fell out of it and there was a loud noise. I saw blood on my father’s ear.’ Ben Nesheiwat, 44, was declared...

  Mob storms Assad's palace, loots his personal belongings Groups of Syrians strolled through the palaces of President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday following his ouster, wandering from room to room, posing for photographs, and with some taking items of furniture or ornaments. Trending video shows  people entering the Al-Rawda Presidential Palace, as children ran through the grand rooms and men slid a large trunk across the ornate floor. Several men carried smart chairs over their shoulders. In a storeroom, cupboards had been ransacked and objects strewn across the floor. Syrian rebel forces seized control of Damascus on Sunday after a swift week-long offensive, facing no resistance from government troops. Crowds stormed Assad's palace, looting his belongings, as reports surfaced of the president fleeing the country. Assad, who ruled Syria with an iron fist for 24 years, reportedly boarded a plane to an undisclosed location, according to senior Syrian military officials speaking t...

 Black Miami Police Officer Sues City For $1 Million, Claims Discrimination And Demotion Over Refusal To ‘Tone Down' Her Hairstyle A Black 18 year Miami Police police veteran is speaking out and suing the city, alleging her boss made racist comments and demoted her after she raised concerns. "I'm just fighting to protect the rights of equality in the workplace, and these rights are sacred and non-negotiable," said Lieutenant Weslyne Lewis Francois in a prepared statement during a press event on Monday, CBS Miami reports. Lewis Francois, who remains on the force, is suing for discrimination and retaliation, seeking at least $1 million in damages and a jury trial. Her lawsuit alleges retaliation and discrimination based on her race, ethnicity, and gender. She has also filed a formal complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, according to The Miami Herald. While she didn't take questions during the event, her statement made it clear where she st...

  Nigerian-born Bolu Ogunyemi elected president of Canadian medical association — first black in 158 years Ogunyemi, a dermatologist at St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, becomes the first black person to be elected to the position in 158 years of the association, after defeating his opponent, Susan MacDonald. Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, a clinical associate professor of medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Medicine, has been elected as the nominee for the Canadian Medical Association’s (CMA) next president-elect. The president of the CMA — elected by members from a different province or territory every year — is the primary spokesperson for the CMA’s work. They represent the CMA in the media, as well as to provincial and territorial medical associations, government and other partner organizations. Dr. Ogunyemi practises medical dermatology in St. John’s and has maintained a visiting specialist clinic in Labrador City since 2018. In addition to numerous leadershi...

 President Generals of Communities, Traditional Rulers, Other  Multi-Sectoral Stakeholders Unite in Anambra to Address Gender-Based Violence By Chidimma Okoye  In commemoration of the 2024 edition of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) held in Awka, the Anambra State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, with support from the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) Programme and International IDEA, organized a conference in Awka with the  theme,“Towards Beijing +30: UNiTE to End Violence Against Women and Girls".  The event brought together stakeholders from across the state to deliberate on strategies to curb GBV. Speaking at the conference, the Anambra State Project Coordinator for RoLAC, Josephine Onah, identified poverty, gender inequality, early and forced marriages, and harmful cultural practices such as widowhood rites and girl-child disinheritance as key drivers of violence against women and girls. She lamented that th...

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE GHANA: PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT-ELECT JOHN MAHAMA IN A TELEPHONE CALL   President Bola Tinubu has congratulated President-elect John Dramani Mahama on his victory in the December 7 general election in Ghana, following his opponent's concession speech.    In a telephone call to Mahama, President Tinubu hoped that Mahama’s ascension to power for the second time would further bring stability to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), of which President Tinubu is the chairman.   President Tinubu commended the people of Ghana for their commitment to democracy, which was demonstrated through the peaceful and successful conduct of both the presidential and parliamentary elections.    He applauded Ghanaians for demonstrating again to the world that democracy is the preferred path to achieving political stability, economic development, social justice, and transparent governance in Africa.    H...

 PRESS RELEASE INTERNAL SECURITY: POLICE RESCUE KIDNAPPED VICTIMS, ARREST SUSPECTS FOR KIDNAPPING, ROBBERY, RECOVERS FIREARMS AND AMMUNITIONS As IGP Assures Intensive Security During Festive Period. In the never-ending efforts to strengthen the internal security of our country, the Nigeria Police Force has recently recorded several milestone achievements in the fight against various types of heinous crimes. These notable achievements include the rescue of 20 victims in 2 significant kidnapping attempts in Katsina State. At about 7 PM on the 7th of December 2024, police operatives of the Katsina State Command intercepted a group of armed bandits along the Katsina-Magamar Jibia road, who had opened fire on a moving vehicle conveying 10 occupants, in an attempt to kidnap the occupants. The police operatives engaged the armed bandits in a gun duel and successfully overpowered them, forcing the bandits to flee the scene with varying degrees of gunshot injuries, and securing the rescue o...