Chairman of Oyo East Local Government, Olusola Oluokun, has been suspended by Oyo State House of Assembly over a viral video that sparked controversy. Oluokun was suspended on Thursday after the presentation of a Matter of Urgent Public Importance titled: “Urgent call for full investigation into the indecent attitude of the Chairman, Oyo East Local Government, Mr. Olusola Oluokun, in a viral video online.” The controversial video showed Oluokun eating half-clad and praising a political stalwart, who helped him to become chairman. The chairman also allegedly rained curses on those perceived as enemies of his benefactor. Oluokun’s actions in the…
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The seven-day warning strike embarked upon by health workers under the aegis of the Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professionals Association (AHPA), has been suspended. JOHESU National Chairman, Mr Kabiru Minjibir, said they are suspending the strike embarked upon on October 25 in the spirit of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and in general public interest. Minjibir stated this in a communiqué jointly signed by Mr Martin Egbanubi, National Secretary of the union on Thursday in Abuja. It would be recalled that JOHESU had embarked on a seven-day warning strike on October 25, to press…
Nigerian R&B star and entrepreneur Bankole Wellington, widely known as Banky W, and his wife, celebrated actress Adesua Etomi, have joyfully announced the arrival of their second child, a baby boy. Banky W shared the news on Instagram with a touching video that highlights his dedication to family life and the joy surrounding their new addition. The couple, beloved for their shared journey and family-oriented lifestyle, continues to inspire fans across Nigeria and beyond. This joyful announcement follows the birth of their first child and marks yet another special chapter in their lives. In the video, Banky W is seen…
Former First Lady, Michelle Obama has said Republican candidate, Donald Trump’s ‘obvious mental decline’ and ‘history as a convicted felon’ should be enough reason for Americans not to vote for him. Speaking at a rally for Kamala Harris, the former first lady said she was “angry” at the “indifference” towards the Republican candidate’s behaviour. She said, “I hope you’ll forgive me if I’m a little angry that we are indifferent to his erratic behaviour, his obvious mental decline, his history as a convicted felon. “A known slumlord, a predator found liable for sexual abuse, all this while we pick apart…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Chief Charles Olumo, popularly known as Agbako, has passed away at the age of 101. Olumo, celebrated for his remarkable acting career and dynamic performances in Nollywood, was one of the oldest actors in the industry. He died on Thursday, leaving behind a legacy cherished by fans and colleagues alike. The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), announced the passing of veteran actor through its president, Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr. Latin. In the statement, Mr. Latin confirmed that Agbako, a celebrated figure in the industry, passed away on Thursday, at the age…
American rapper Curtis James Jackson, popularly known as 50 Cent has told those who care to listen that he rejected the sum of $3 million to perform at Donald Trump’s rally. The 49-year-old claimed he is “afraid of politics” and turned down an invitation to attend the Republican National Convention, which was held at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. In an interview with IHeartRadio’s The Breakfast Club, he also stated that he “didn’t even talk to them” about attending the convention since he wasn’t interested. He told the show: “I got a call, they wanted me for Sunday, and they…
Grammy Award-winning artiste, Tems has narrated how three international singers, Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Drake reached out to her within a three days span. While speaking about her journey to stardom in an interview with BigBoy TV, the 29-year-old stated that Beyoncé’s team first reached out, followed by direct messages from Drake and Rihanna. She said, “I never imagine becoming this big. We did ‘Essence’ and I started getting messages. In 2020 Beyoncé team reached out and I was like God, what’s going on? “And I got DMs from people that I looked up to like Rihanna and Drake. These are…
Suspected bandits have kidnapped no fewer than 16 people in Bena village and surrounding areas in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Confirming the incident on Thursday, the Secretary of the Security Committee in Wasagu, Lawali Umar said the bandits ambushed victims working on their guinea corn farms and took them hostage. He said that in another attack, bandits raided the Tudun Wada area, abducting six people. Responding to the incident, army personnel engaged the bandits in a gunfight, repelled the attack and rescued six abducted individuals. While some of the 16 originally kidnapped managed to escape, approximately…
A 48-year-old man, Mr. Michael Nnaji, a native of Amuri in Nkanu local government Area of Enugu State residing in Ngbo, Ebonyi State was shot dead by unknown gunmen on Tuesday. The deceased, who is said to be a businessman and a member of the local security in Ngbo community, was shot twice by the hoodlums who invaded his business area around 9:45pm on the fateful day. According to a source, the assailants were two hoodlums who wore masks and operated with a motorcycle. He narrated, “One came in through the front door while the other came in from the…
Afashio community, Uzairue in Etsako West Local Government government Area of Edo State was thrown into confusion on Wednesday as five persons were reportedly found dead in a room. According to Daily Post, the deceased, made up of four boys and a girl were alleged to have been found dead in the room in questionable circumstances. According to sources, two of the victims were brothers while the other three, including the female, were their friends. The corpses of the deceased were said to have been discovered by a family members who noticed that they were yet to come out of…
