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 ...

I’M CHOOSING KINDNESS TOWARD MYSELF - BRITNEY SPEARS REFLECTS AFTER COURT RULING AS SHE SHARES MESSAGE OF HOPE. (PHOTO).


 I’m choosing kindness toward myself - Britney Spears reflects after court ruling as she shares message of hope


Britney Spears is focusing on healing and personal reflection after her recent reckless driving case concluded in court.


Her legal team, led by attorney Michael A. Goldstein, entered a “wet reckless” plea on her behalf on Monday, May 4, in connection with an arrest on suspicion of DUI in Ventura, California, on March 4. Following the hearing, Spears did not appear in court and was represented by counsel.


In the aftermath, the 44-year-old singer shared a more reflective note on Instagram over the weekend, posting a video of herself holding a baby snake during what she described as time spent at a pet store.


“Went to the pet store with my kids and look at what a beautiful baby snake this is,” she wrote on Saturday, May 9. She went on to describe snakes as symbols she associates with “good health, higher consciousness, and pure luck.”


Without directly addressing the court case in her caption, Spears shifted toward a more personal message about gratitude and emotional growth. She described her recent experiences as part of what she called a “spiritual journey,” adding that she has been meeting “new beautiful people” along the way.


“I’m so thankful to my friends and so many new beautiful people I have met through my spiritual journey, all a blessing in disguise,” she wrote. “I still have to learn how to be kind to myself and the way I speak to myself, it’s a never ending journey.”


She added a more emotional reflection at the end of the post, saying she sometimes pauses to appreciate where she is mentally and emotionally. “Sometimes I just stop, look up and say wow God I think that was you and smile,” she wrote.


Following the court proceedings, Spears’ attorney issued a statement saying she had accepted responsibility and taken steps toward change. 


He noted that the Ventura County District Attorney’s decision resulted in a reduced charge and dismissal of the DUI allegation.


According to the court outcome, Spears received 12 months probation, a fine of $571, and one day in jail with credit for time served. She was also ordered to complete a three-month DUI program, attend regular therapy sessions with a psychologist and psychiatrist, and comply with vehicle search conditions involving drugs and alcohol.


At the time of her arrest, a representative described the situation as “an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” adding that Spears would comply with legal requirements and seek appropriate support moving forward.

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