Author: Yusuf Olajide

Joseph Aloba, the father of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has explained why he buried his son quickly. Mohbad’s death was announced on September 12, and he was laid to rest the following day. Aloba claimed that by quickly burying the artist, he was only honouring Yoruba culture in a recent interview that Temilola Sobola (@TemilolaSobola) shared via Instagram on Tuesday. According to him, it is customary not to delay burial if both parents are still alive. “In Yoruba land, his corpse is not the kind to be kept when both of his parents are still…

Politician Prince Ned Nwoko has revealed plans to propose a Senate bill requiring a mandatory autopsy before burial. This comes as he expressed concerns on Instagram about the quick burial of singer Mohbad and questioned the absence of an autopsy. On Instagram, Nwoko wrote that he aims to address this issue to ensure thorough investigations into such cases. He posted; ’The unfortunate and untimely death of Mohbad has raised many issues that should be addressed promptly. The circumstances of his death and the cause of death should not be left to speculations. The police and the DSS should wade in…

Evicted Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Neo Akpofure, also known as Neo Energy, has emphasized his stance on his relationship with Tolanibaj. Neo, a model from Delta, responded to questions from host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, making it clear that there is no romantic involvement between him and Tolani. He firmly stated that they were simply friends, saying, “Me and Tolanibaj have a friendship. There is nothing romantic between both of us.” This clarification comes after Tolanibaj unfollowed Neo on Instagram following his close association with Ilebaye shortly after her eviction from the reality show.

A week ago, rumors swirled that Everton’s coach, Sean Dyche, might become the first Premier League boss to get fired after his team drew 2-2 with Sheffield United. This is not ideal, especially when Arsenal, with nine more points, is the next opponent. Despite the challenges, Dyche remains hopeful. He believes that injured players like Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Michael Keane, Dwight McNeil, and new signing Jack Harrison will boost the team’s performance. Notably, Everton managed to beat Arsenal 1-0 last season, ending a seven-game winless streak under Dyche’s leadership. Arsenal’s coach, Mikel Arteta, has struggled against Everton, winning only three out…

Bella Shmurda, also known as Abiola Ahmed Akinbiyi, has cancelled his Canada tour due to the passing of Mohbad, a close friend and frequent collaborator. Mohbad died on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, under questionable conditions. Bella Shmurda had planned a Canadian tour, but he had to cancel it. He explained, “Due to the recent sad event and unforeseen circumstances, I have had to cancel my Tour of Canada. New dates would be communicated.” Daily Stand Nigeria recalls that Bella Shmurda disclosed in a previous interview with Chude Jideonwo that Mohbad encountered threats and even attempted suicide after leaving Naira Marley’s…

A tragic motor accident happened early Saturday morning on the Lokoja-Ajaokuta Federal Highway in Kogi State. It involved a Sienna and a J5 bus at Elete. An eyewitness reported that a head-on collision caused the accident. Many people are feared dead or injured, with some in critical condition. The accident occurred between 8:00 a.m. and 8:10 a.m. According to information gathered, local residents were present, providing assistance and support to the victims. Efforts to contact the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to determine the accident’s cause and the number of casualties proved unsuccessful.

Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo addressed Nigerians regarding the tragic demise of the promising musician Mohbad. She shared her thoughts on Instagram, pointing out that Nigerians often talk a lot but don’t take action. Uche highlighted the contradiction of urging people facing tough situations to speak up, only to mock and criticize them when they do. She emphasized that Nigerians need to fully prepare before confronting the challenges ahead. She wrote; “My God!!Nigerians are all talk and No action!I’ve been seeing why not speak out clearly yen yen yen!But the people speaking out are being laughed at and ridiculed on the…

Following a meeting on Thursday between university administration, under the direction of Vice-Chancellor Folasade Ogunsola, and student leaders, the University of Lagos (UNILAG), has recently reduced its fees. Usman Barambu, the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), led the student delegation. This meeting aimed to address the ongoing fee-related crisis. In response, the Adejoke Alaga-Ibrahim University of Lagos announced reductions in various student expenses, including obligatory fees, utility bills, and convocation fees. For new undergraduate students, the obligatory fees were revised from N126,325 to N116,325 for courses without lab/studio and from N176,325 to N166,325 for courses with…

Jadon Sancho, the 23-year-old footballer, is now training away from Manchester United’s main team. This happened after the English player refused to apologize to manager Erik ten Hag after a social media outburst following a game against Arsenal. Sancho later responded on Twitter, saying: “Please don’t believe everything you read! I will not allow people saying things that is completely untrue, I have conducted myself in training very well this week. “I believe there are other reasons for this matter that I won’t go into, I’ve been a scapegoat for a long time which isn’t fair! “All I want to…

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Rema has received congratulations from the presidency for her recent achievement. The Federal Government sent a congratulations message for winning the ‘Best Afrobeats’ category at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) held in New Jersey, USA, on Tuesday. The award recognized his collaboration with American singer Selena Gomez on the song ‘Calm Down’ in 2022. However, the presidency shared their joy and celebrated Rema’s global talent in an official statement on Thursday. Presidency wrote, “Congratulations to Nigeria’s very own – Rema, on winning the ‘Best Afrobeats’ at the VMAs. “Winning ‘Best Afrobeats’ at the VMAs is…

Deputy Governor of Edo State, Phillip Shaibu, recently relocated his office from the Government House. This surprising move comes even after he withdrew a lawsuit against Governor Godwin Obaseki. According to a report by Channels Television on Monday, Shaibu has officially moved out of the Edo State Government House. This unexpected shift in office location has raised questions among the public about the reasons behind Deputy Governor Shaibu’s decision to leave the Government House, especially after his legal action against Governor Obaseki was withdrawn. While the specifics of why this move happened are not yet clear, it has certainly become…

Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate Alex has revealed that she might not get along with Adekunle once she exits the house. Alex expressed her dislike for Adekunle’s attitude during a conversation with Doyin. She claimed that Adekunle ignored her when she attempted to talk to him. In her conversation with Doyin, a fellow housemate, she said, “We are okay but the energy is no longer pure. I don’t know what it is but I know there is an issue that I don’t know about. “Maybe if we get to talk about it fine but we don’t talk, we just…

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, praised Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu’s return to Ondo State, calling it a testament to his strength and dedication to serving the people. In a statement from his Special Adviser, Alao Babatunde, Tunji-Ojo praised Akeredolu’s capacity to overcome adversity and promptly resume his duties. He emphasized that the return of the governor brought immense joy and gratitude to the people of Ondo State, who eagerly awaited his arrival. “The return of their beloved governor has brought immense joy and gratitude to the people of Ondo State, who have eagerly awaited his arrival. “We are delighted to see…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a warning to loan app companies and telemarketers regarding their improper use of telecom subscribers’ phone numbers for business purposes. This caution was made public on Thursday, September 7, 2023, through an official notice. The NCC emphasizes that individuals found guilty of this practice will face arrest and prosecution. The NCC strongly condemns the unauthorized utilization of people’s phone numbers without their consent, considering it a breach of privacy. It refuted claims that it permits telemarketers to collect phone numbers from its database, labelling such allegations as baseless. To address this issue, the…

Philippe Coutinho has officially joined Al Duhail, bidding farewell to his time at Aston Villa. The Brazilian footballer, who had a promising start at Villa Park, is now starting a new journey in Qatari football on a loan basis, as Aston Villa confirmed in an official statement. He has already been announced as part of his new team. Coutinho’s early performances at Villa Park filled fans with hope, but he couldn’t quite match the level that prompted Barcelona to spend 135 million euros to sign him. He initially arrived at Aston Villa on loan and was later acquired permanently for…

NYSC Monthly Clearance is a mandatory process for corps members to get paid each month. It confirms their presence at their assignment site, preventing them from avoiding service. Here’s what you need to know: What is NYSC’s Monthly Clearance? NYSC Monthly Clearance ensures corps members attend their assignments regularly. It checks attendance and confirms letters. Why is NYSC’s Monthly Clearance Important? It ensures compliance with national service and prevents evasion. How to Do NYSC Monthly Clearance Go to the LGA secretariat in the first 10 days of the month with your ID card, confirmation letter, and attendance records. The LGI…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has said that it has warned corps members against travelling at night following the abduction of eight corps members in Zamfara State on August 19. During an interview with Channels TV, NYSC Director of Press and Public Relations Eddy Megwa emphasized this point. The abducted corps members were en route from Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to Sokoto State, with Zamfara State as their national service destination. Megwa stated that adhering to the NYSC’s warning not to travel after 6 p.m. could have prevented their kidnapping. Megwa added that the NYSC management is actively working…

The National Union of Banks, Insurance, and Financial Institutions Employees (NUBIFIE) has vowed to support the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) during their anticipated two-day strike. NLC called for this nationwide strike in protest of rising gas prices, electricity costs, and what it perceived to be government negligence. The scheduled start date for this strike is Tuesday, September 5, 2023. General Secretary of NUBIFIE, Mohammed Sheikh, has instructed all members to hold back from working during this period. Therefore, personnel of Nigerian banks such as GTB, Zenith Bank, Access Bank, and insurance companies are required to take part. The union’s decision…

DJ Dope Caesar, also known as Dopecaesar, set the Saturday night BBNaija All-Stars party on fire. Housemates dressed in ‘Afrobeats’ attire danced with enthusiastic energy to her music. At the lively party, which became a trending topic on X (formerly Twitter), admirers bestowed praise on Dopecaesar. Throughout the evening, Dope Caesar’s command of music shone through with her varied genre selection and seamless transitions, leaving everyone wanting more of her electrifying beats. See some social media users reviews;

Doyin, the current Head of House in the BBNaija Season 8 All-Stars edition, has revealed Ilebaye’s secret intentions. Doyin disclosed in a recent conversation with fellow housemate Kim Oprah that none of the housemates confronted Ilebaye following the loss of their wager. Doyin explained that Ilebaye’s tears did not start flowing until after they exited the arena following Big Brother’s announcement that they had lost their wager. Despite this, some residents did make comments without naming or targeting anyone in particular. Therefore, Ilebaye’s tears seemed unnecessary, as she had not suffered any kind of abuse or insult. In her statement,…

A lawyer is considering taking legal action against Portable if he fails to refund the payment he received for his performance at the NBA concert, ‘Unbarred,’ which garnered attention due to his unusual act of climbing a pole. During the NBA concert ‘Unbarred,’ Portable’s peculiar pole-climbing act led to a potential lawsuit as a lawyer threatened legal action unless the money paid for his performance was returned. This incident has raised questions about the unusual turn of events during the concert. He wrote; “Portable should refund the money paid him to perform at the unbarred. Take notice that if Portable…

Some presidential candidates from opposition parties in the 2023 election are urging President Bola Tinubu to involve them in his administration. These candidates, hailing from parties such as APGA, ADP, NRM, and APP, united under the banner of the Forum of Concerned Presidential Candidates. Felix Osakwe, the NRM’s presidential candidate, conveyed their appeal during a meeting with the APC’s national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, in Abuja. “Our forum is for peace and development of Nigeria. The president should be told that not all the presidential candidates are against his victory,” said Mr Osakwe. In-Depth Account: The Forum of Concerned Presidential Candidates,…

Big Brother Naija All Stars’ housemate Whitemoney, also known as Hazel Oyeze Onou, has made a bold statement regarding fellow housemate CeeC. According to Whitemoney, CeeC’s behaviour exhibits signs of being “possessed.” This accusation comes alongside criticism of her actions, particularly given her educational background in law. Whitemoney didn’t hold back his thoughts on CeeC during a conversation with Neo on Saturday. He expressed his concerns about her conduct, despite having previously apologized to her. Recalls that Whitemoney had previously told Neo not to talk with CeeC, which seemed to have led to lingering animosity between them. Whitemoney said, “This…

Former Brazilian and Barcelona star Ronaldinho faces legal issues once again after missing a court hearing. He was supposed to appear in court on Tuesday to testify about a Bitcoin brand facing fraud allegations. The bitcoin, known as 18kRonaldinho, promised investors over 2% daily profits with an investment of $30 or more. However, it turned out to be a scam, resulting in a civil suit of €56.5 million. Ronaldinho is suspected of being involved in the scam, prompting the court to issue an order to forcibly bring him to appear this Tuesday. According to Sport, Ronaldinho’s defence claims that his…