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Emeka Ike’s Brother Speaks On Actor's Ex-Wife, Son Allegations Veteran Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike's brother, Victor,  has said that the allegations made by the actor's ex-wife, Suzanne Emma, and his son in a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo were all lies, urging the actor's son, Michael, to apologise to his father for the abusive words and insults.  Victor, who is also a music producer, alleged that his brother's ex-wife had slapped her husband on several occasions and even carried out bank transactions from the actor's account she was a signatory to without his consent..  Victor disclosed this in a series of tweets via his X handle (formerly Twitter) on Sunday.  Victor further alleged that Suzanne had told lies about his mother and had beaten her up many times but after multiple complaints, Emeka refused to deal with the issue, adding that the actor loves his wife more than he loves himself.  His tweets read, "I heard the lies made against my brother, ...

 Christmas: Jonathan preaches love, unity Former President Goodluck Jonathan has felicitated with Nigerians and Christians around the world on this year’s Christmas celebration. He urged Nigerians to exhibit love, peace, humility and sacrifice. Jonathan, in a statement on Sunday, asked Nigerians to use the season to rebuild the country by showing love and upholding moral principles that would deepen the thread that binds Nigerians together as a people. He said, “The Christmas story is an inspiring one, full of messages of peace, hope, and joy to the whole world. It is rooted in God’s love for humanity and His infinite mercy manifested through the birth of Jesus Christ. “The birth of Jesus Christ marks a new beginning and a new destiny for all believers. It is the fulfillment of many prophecies about the coming of the Saviour, who will save us from sin and other difficulties.” According to him, the celebration invites Christians to be true witnesses to their faith as followers of Ch...

 Nigerian Celebrities Share Family Photos To Mark Christmas Day In the spirit of the Yuletide, celebrities took to their social media pages to share Christmas-themed family photos. Nollywood stars like Stan Nze and Adeniyi Johnson were not left out as they left fans gushing over their photo, which featured their babies. Other celebrities who shared family photos include singer Mercy Chinwo, music executive Jude Okoye, comedienne Real Warri Pikin, and businessman Obi Cubana, amongst others. The celebrities shared the photos on Monday, accompanied with their Christmas messages in the caption. More photos below. 

STATEWIDE BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY SIR SIMINALAYI FUBARA GSSRS, GOVERNOR, RIVERS STATE, ON THE OCCASION OF THE 2023 CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 1. My dear good people of Rivers State it is my singular honour and privilege to address you today on the auspicious occasion of the 2023 Christmas celebration, the first since my assumption of office as your Chief Steward. 2. As we all know, the circumstances surrounding the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ are very sobering with far reaching lessons for navigating through lives travails. 3. First, He was born in a manger, and unkempt shed for domestic animals. Second, He was born of exceptionally lowly parentage: Joseph, the carpenter, and the mother, the immaculate Virgin Mary - not of royalty. 4. These realities indicate the two very unique qualities the Almighty God expects the entire mankind to emulate: simplicity and humility. 5. Therefore, on this special occasion let us all remind ourselves of the major teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ: s...

Chad's proposed constitution passes with 86% of vote At least 86% of the voters in Chad cast their ballots in favour of a new constitution in a referendum held on December 17, 2023. Chad's new constitution was approved by 86% of voters in a referendum held a week ago, the African country's electoral commission said on Sunday, but opposition leaders challenged the figures. The country's military rulers have promoted the new constitution as a key step in the path back to civilian rule, but it had been denounced by opposition politicians, with some calling for a boycott of the December 17 vote. Turnout stood at 63.75%, the electoral commission said, which opposition leaders contested. "The participation was much less than what the officials announced," Max Kemkoye, head of an opposition group, said.  

GOV. SANWO-OLU, FIRST LADY ATTEND CHRISTMAS SERVICE AT THE CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF CHRIST MARINA, ON MONDAY, 25 DECEMBER, 2023 l-r: Bishop, Diocese of Lagos, Revd. Ifedola Gabriel Okupevi; his wife, Mrs. Modupe; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Bababjide Sanwo-Olu; his wife, Dr. Ibijoke and Baba Oba of Ifewara, Chief Oladele Fajemirokun during the Christmas Service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, on Monday, 25 December 2023. l-r: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Bababjide Sanwo-Olu and his wife, Dr. Ibijoke during the Christmas Service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, on Monday, 25 December 2023. r-l: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Bababjide Sanwo-Olu (third right), his wife, Dr. Ibijoke and Baba Oba of Ifewara, Chief Oladele Fajemirokun during the Christmas Service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, on Monday, 25 December 2023. More photos below. 

Recently, @followlasg installed some solar-powered streetlights in some parts of the state. A few weeks later, the solar panels are being stolen. The police was informed and got to work. A few days back, 30-year-old Emmanuel Achogwu was arrested by officers from Alausa Division on Ikosi Road with four solar panels, moments after he removed them. Investigation reveals that the suspect was one of the technicians contracted to install the solar-powered streetlights. Investigation is ongoing. One more photo below.