Author: Jennifer Eziuloh

It’s another year, and the countdown to the premiere of the popular reality show Big Brother Naija has begun. For the first time in history, the new season, dubbed “Big Brother Titans,” will feature both Nigerian and South African housemates competing for a $100,000 cash prize. The addictive show, which leading entertainment company MultiChoice, announced just days before the end of BBNaija Level Up’s final season in September 2022, is now only a few days away. The show is set to premiere on DStv channel 198 or GOtv channel 29 in Nigeria on January 15, 2023. The BBTitans edition will…

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Duke of Sussex Prince Harry has launched a series of incendiary accusations against members of his family in his new memoir titled “Spare.” The autobiography, was released on January 10, 2023, though many details of its contents were leaked a week prior to the official release date. It features a litany of rebukes, criticisms, and grievances from Harry’s time as a senior member of the royal family and details of his highly publicized split from the clan in 2020. While the 38-year-old royal’s book has been promoted in a series of televised interviews, Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace have not…

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It brings Nigerians so much joy to see that Naija was well represented at the 2022 BET Awards. They are yet to get over the highlights of the event as the sensation of Tems winning Best International Act is still celebrated. It was also seen that Fireboy DML made an electrifying performance of ‘’Playboy’’ and ‘’Peru’’ and Pheelz took the pre-show stage to perform his single ‘’Finesse’’. The two were included in a lineup of globally respected artists including Babyface, Chance The Rapper, Chloe, Doechii, Ella Mai, Giveon and Jack Harlow. Fireboy stunned the audience with his latest single ‘’Playboy’’…

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Nigerian Afro singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems has bagged the Best International Act Award at the 2022 BET Awards. The BET Awards which is organized to celebrate Black excellence in music, culture and sports was held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles and it was anchored by American actress, Taraji P.Henson. The talented singer made history on Sunday night June 26, as she became the first African woman to win the category. It was her hit collaboration with Wizkid ‘’Essence’’ that skyrocketed her to international prominence in 2021. The song was also tagged the ‘’summer song of…

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An Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has asked the Federal Government (FG) to name a train station after the former Deputy Premier of Western Nigeria, late Chief Remi Ade Fani-Kayode, father of Chief Femi Fani Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation. MURIC argued that the former Deputy Premier deserves the honour more than some of those already given by virtue of the highly esteemed position held by him and the sacrifices he made for Nigeria. The idea was muted on Friday, 24th June, 2022 by the director of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Professor Ishaq Akintola.…

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The resident pastor of The Waterbrook (TWB) Church, Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa, and gospel musician and songwriter Mercy Chinwo have announced their engagement. The sonorous singer shared pictures of their lovely engagement shot on Thursday, June 23, via her Instagram page. She expressed her enthusiasm for moving on to the next stage of her life with her partner and soon to be husband. She wrote: ‘’I am blessed with @theofficialblessed. The thoughts of doing the next phase and rest phase of my life with you makes the blessing more real. I love you Sweet.’’ Her Fiancé, Pastor Blessed also wrote via…

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Serial entrepreneur and media influencer, Tiwalola Olanubi Jnr, in an exclusive interview with The News Chronicle is of the opinion that ‘entrepreneurship is for people who are ready to be mad’. The founder of Dotts Media House, Zarafet Loaves and Trendupp Africa, made this statement during a one-on one Business Interview with TNC. The 33-year-old CEO, who studied quantity surveying at the University of Lagos, admitted to Jennifer Eziuloh of The News Chronicle that while he never felt particularly passionate about his field of study, surveying, he did discover in his 200-level that his passion and interest tended to lean…

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Nigerian Music duo consisting of twin brothers, Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye also known as P-Square are set to rerelease brand new songs next month. The signees of Akon’S Konvict Muzik record label, shared in a tweet the announcement of their soon to be released song, urging fans to get ready to update their playlist. The Africa’s best-known Afrobeat groups, P-Square, in 2015, were named Artists of the Decade by MTV Africa but was unclear whether the siblings will ever release new music due to their long-lasting beef. However, fans who have been clamoring for their reconciliation are currently celebrating…

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A Muslim rights advocacy group, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has hailed the judgement of the Supreme Court of Nigeria for upholding the sanctity and constitutionality of hijab. In a judgement delivered yesterday, Thursday, 16th June, 2022, the Supreme Court approved the use of hijab. MURIC’s message which was dated 17th June, 2022, was signed by its director, Professor Ishaq Akintola. The full statement reads : “The Supreme Court of Nigeria in its judgement yesterday, Thursday, 16th June, 2022, approved the use of hijab by Muslim students. The apex court dismissed the appeal by the Lagos State Government and upheld…

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An Islamic human rights organization based in Nigeria, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has condemned the harsh treatment of Indian Muslims by the Indian government. The group wants the Nigerian government to summon the Indian ambassador to Nigeria in order to lodge an official complaint against India and to warn the latter against further escalation.MURIC’s complaint to the Nigerian government was contained in a statement issued by the director of the group, Professor Ishaq Akintola on Thursday, 26th June, 2022.The full statement reads:“The Indian authorities recently resorted to undisguised repression of Muslims in the Asian country. Female Muslim students are…

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Tech pro, Olatunji Onaduja, CEO of Techvantage has expressed that starting a business in Nigeria is like a hard sport. In an exclusive interview with The News chronicle, The Techpreneur shared how tough it is to start a business in Nigeria especially with the fact that the socio-economic realities of the country itself comes with its own challenges. Although he added that with perseverance and a survival spirit, one can push through. Sharing more insight on his entrepreneurial journey, the Young CEO, shared on how he started off with a small team that consisted of his classmates and colleagues and…

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Following the sad news of the mass shooting and bomb attack that happened at St Francis Catholic church in Owo, Ondo state, a group of women in the state were said to have gathered on Tuesday, at Owo town to lay a curse on the perpetrators. The women who were in their numbers, gathered in the middle of the town forming a circle while laying down their cutlasses, some leaves and herbal concoctions invoked the spirit of Ogun, god of iron to avenge the victims of the massacre. They believe that the god of iron, Ogun Onire, though ancient, is still…

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An Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has congratulated the winners of the presidential election primaries in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and that of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu. MURIC’s congratulatory message was contained in a press release issued by the director of the organization, Professor Ishaq Akintola, on Wednesday, 8th June, 2022. “The results of the 2023 presidential election primaries of the two major political parties have shown that two giant political figures have emerged winners. They are Alhaji Atiku Abubakar for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and…

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*Bemoans fixture of ruling party’s primary on working days It is disconcerting that on the very day when the whole of the country and the rest of the world was in a sober mood, on account of the massacre in Owo, Ondo State, the ruling party, All Progressives Congress could not find the moral rectitude to cancel a dinner with their presidential aspirants, slated for the evening of Sunday, 5 June. Needless to say that the so-called primary election is standing on the backdrop of the reported claim of President Muhammadu Buhari to be given an opportunity to handpick his…

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Between the hours of 1am and 4am on Monday, June 6, a set of unidentified gunmen were said have  invaded Genuine Estate in Abuja, kidnapping residents of the area also. According to The Nation, the gunmen launched the attack on the estate in the early hours of Monday. The report further gathers that they were armed with bows, arrows and machetes. Although the number of residents kidnapped is yet to be ascertained, the residents of the estate have been overwhelmed with total fear and apprehension. One of the residents, Mohammed who spoke to Daily Trust on the attack, confirms that…

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Former Vice President of Nigeria and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar is devastated by reports of loss of scores of lives following the attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa, in Owo. Atiku in a statement by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe condemns in the strongest terms the attack and any such attack on a worship centre as unacceptable. “Any attack on innocent citizens indeed of a gathering of worshippers in any place in Nigeria stands condemned; it is a red line,” Atiku said. “My prayers are with the people of Owo, especially families of the…

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The Muslim Rights Concern has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on worshippers inside the St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State. The attackers killed dozens of worshippers during service today, Sunday, 5th June, 2022. MURIC has called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the attackers. MURIC spoke via its director, Professor Ishaq Akintola. The statement reads: “Dozens of worshippers were killed inside the St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State today, Sunday, 5th June, 2022. We strongly condemn this act of unprovoked aggression. It is inhuman, heinous, horrific and horrendous. “We call for immediate arrest and prosecution of the…

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On Monday, June 1, nominees for the 2022 BET Awards were announced with Doja Cat leading the pack with six nominations. This year’s Black Entertainment Television (BET) awards show is focused on celebrating creative expression and Black excellence across music, TV, film, and sports. Airing live on Sunday, June 26, 2022, the show will be hosted live by the award-winning actor, writer, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson, on BET at 8 pm ET/ PT from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Nigerian superstars like Tems, Wizkid, and Fireboy DML were also nominated. Wizkid’s “Essence” remix featuring Justin Bieber…

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On today’s episode on the ‘Wetin dey happen talk show’, our hosts handled the matter of Breakfast, I know you must be wondering what type of topic that is, but I promise you it’s not what you think.  This Breakfast is not the type served or taken in the morning, but the type of breakfast people in relationships serve their partners – Heartbreak. The conversation which was titled ‘It’s breakfast time – have you been served?’ was anchored by Miss Nanya, Miss Jennifer and Miss Karga. During the conversation, Miss Nanya shared a story of a lady who was in…

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A ram has been allegedly sent to prison for killing a 45-year-old woman in a field. The animal which was given a 3 years’ imprisonment, will be forced to live with the bereaved family upon release. According to reports, a court in South Sudan, ruled that the owner of the ram, Duony Manyang Dhal, will also have to hand over five cows to the victim’s relatives before losing guilty livestock after it has served its sentence. It was reported that the animal fatally attacked the 45-year old woman, Adhieu Chaping in Rumbek East, head-butting her repeatedly thereby breaking her ribs.…

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Also Sues Gala for image Thievery Popular Nigerian skit maker and comedian, Chukwuemeka Emmanuel, also known as Oga Sabinus, has demanded the sum of N1Billion from popular Milk brand, Peak Milk over alleged usage of trademarked slogan ‘’Something hooge’’used in one of their online advert graphic post. The AMVCA winner for best online content creator, also sued Nigerian Food Company, Gala,for using his animated picture and intellectual property to make adverts without his consent nor permission. The comedian’s team, taking legal actions has demanded in a pre-suit notice dated, 27th May 2022 and signed by his lead counsel, Mr. Stanley…

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Kevin Spacey Fowler, American actor and producer has been charged with sexual assault against three men. The 62 year-old actor faced five charges brought by the Met Police after a review showed evidence following complaints dating between 2005 and 2013. The three complaints relate to sexual abuse which is alleged to have happened in London and another in Gloucestershire. According to Britain’s Crown Prosecution Service, Spacey was also charged with one count of causing a person to engage in penetrative sexual activity without content. The London’s Metropolitan Police says the alleged victim of 2005 assault is now in his 40s,…

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has prosecuted a 19-year-old undergraduate of Kwarapoly, Oyedotun Adebowale for possessing a whooping sum of N21m in his bank account. The Ilorin Zonal Command of the EFCC had prosecuted the young undergraduate for another count before Justice Muhammed Sani told the court that N21m was found in his bank account. The 19-year-old Adebowale has been sentenced to two years in prison for cyber fraud by the Federal High Court in Ilorin, Kwara state. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said; ‘’Investigations had earlier revealed that Oyedotun had under his possession over N21m…

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A pastor in Uganda, Kalibala Samuel has disappeared with over 20 followers from his church, after convincing them to lock their houses and follow him to an unknown destination. Officers from the Territorial Police in Mityana, Uganda, have been investigating for over a week now the circumstances under which the man of God disappeared with his members. According to Uganda Police, among the pastor’s members is a family of seven children; Nawmuwaya Jesca, Ssekewa Shakim, 19,  Nampeewo Shifrah, 17, Muteesasira Muhammad aged 10, Ssenabulya Muhammed, 8, Nakintu Angel aged 4 and Uwuzeeye Mable. Reports also indicate that the pastor and…

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Nigerian singer, Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon, Popularly known as Reekado Banks, has spoken about his retirement plan from the music industry. The Ex-Mavin records signee caused a lot of stir on social media after he shared his life plans on Twitter. The 28-year-old singer appears to have mapped out his life and has given himself 10 more years in the music industry while concluding that he will be hanging his music boots at the age of 38. He however, shared that after his retirement, he will commence his journey into the culinary world, he apparently wants to become a chef. The…

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A 28-year-old lady identified as Patience Adamu, has been arrested by the Niger State Police Command for allegedly scamming over 50 job seekers for N10m. According to the Spokesperson of the command, DSP Wasiu Abiodun, The operatives of the Niger State Police, paraded the suspect alongside her husband and three other suspects. This was made known in a statement released on Tuesday, May 24 by the Spokesperson. It was also revealed that the suspects scammed their victims of N500, 000 each for a job replacement offer at the National Examination Council (NECO) Headquarters. ‘’On 20/05/2022, based on a tip off…

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A 12-year-old junior secondary school pupil of simple faith schools, Agbara, Lagos state, Emmanuel Amidu, has died at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Surulere. According to the victim’s father, Akinola Amidu, the Jss2 pupil was flogged by his teacher when he went to school on Thursday, May 12, 2022. He narrated that his son started vomiting shortly after he was beaten by his teacher. He was, however, immediately rushed to the state hospital where he gave up the ghost. The victim’s father accused the school for trying to cover up his son’s death and protecting the teacher, Mr. Stevenson…

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A 27-year-old man has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command for allegedly killing his 24-year old girlfriend. According to the reports, the suspect who is identified as John Aipoh allegedly murdered his girlfriend, Precious Ikpikhumi who was a final year student of the Institute of Health Technology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital for calling off their four-year relationship. The suspect, who had threatened to kill his victim, kidnapped her on Sunday morning, May 1, 2022, while she was on her way to church. He dragged her to an uncompleted building in the area where he reportedly strangled her…

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Nigerian singer and politician, Olubankole Wellington popularly known as Banky W, has won the PDP House of Representative ticket during the Primaries for Eti-Osa Federal Constituency. Banky W contested against Mr. SAM Aiboni, a legal practitioner who acquired 3 votes while Banky polled 28 votes cast by delegates at the primary. The delegates consisted of 31 ad hoc members of the PDP and one national delegate. The singer, told NAN that the election was a free and fair one, he stated that he had won the election by the grace of God and the will of the people. He further…

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Nigerian music veteran, Innocent Idibia, a.k.a 2face, during his stay in the US, has paid a visit to his late friend and colleague’s grave, Sound Sultan. The singer shared on Monday, via his Instagram page a video of himself with his friends laying beautiful flowers on the deceased tomb. He wrote in the video: ”Went to pay my respects to my brother Sound Sultan. With my brothers @emmaugolee @amfrankiej @blackahrank.” ”July 11, World Sultan day. Blessed #grateful #warrior. We miss you my dear friend @soundsultan. Olarewaju Fasasi. Bless up’’ The late musician, died on Sunday, 11th July 2021, after suffering…

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