Nigerian singer, Bella Shmurda, has called for the arrest of his colleague, Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, over the death of late singer, Mohbad. Bella, a close friend of Mohbad, called for the arrest in a statement posted on X, stressing the singer’s spirit has not allowed him to rest since he died. The singer said the deceased submitted lots of petitions against Naira Marley and his associate, but the Nigerian police were driven by nepotism and non-challant attitude on the matter. Bella Shmurda vowed that he would ensure that justice prevails on the issue and was ready…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
United States show promoter, Faithia Entertainment Showbiz has cancelled the upcoming tour of Marlian music signee, Zinoleesky. This comes in the wake of the death of Nigerian singer, Mohbad, and the accusation that his former record label boss, Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, were involved in the demise. Naija News reports that the show promoter, in a statement on Instagram, said Zinoleesky’s tour was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, and a new date will be communicated as events unfold. The statement read, “Cancellation notice. We regret to announce that the forthcoming 2023 US Show has been cancelled due…
NDLEA, Lagos SWAN Unveil Symposium On Drug Abuse As Experts Warn Nigerian Athletes Against Doping Nigerian athletes across various sporting disciplines have been warned to desist from taking drugs to enhance their performance for results as this could spell doom for, not only their career, but their health, families and the image of the country. This was the submission of various speakers at the symposium organised by the Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The symposium, which was the first of its kind in the…
By Pius Ughakpoteni In an era where transformative narratives are yearned for, the Niger Delta emerges as a beacon of hope, showcasing what can be achieved when vision aligns with action. The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), under the forward-thinking leadership of Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, is setting an exemplary trajectory for the Niger Delta. The British High Commission’s commitment to partner with the NDDC on clean energy initiatives heralds a promising leap towards sustainability. Mr. Hamish Tye, Second Secretary (Political), British High Commission, elucidated his vision during his visit to the Commission’s. He sHeadquarters last week: Mr Tye observed that…
Head coach of First Bank Football Club, Mohammed Gafari has reacted after his team walked over Real Sapphire Football Club in the opening match of Lagos FA pre season tournament whick kicked off early today. The Lagos pre-season finally kicked off Monday morning, 18 September, 2023 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena formally known as Onikan Stadium. First Bank were on ground this morning but their opponents failed to show off giving them free three points. Gafari stated that he was not happy over the walk over victory saying that he had wanted to use the first game to test new…
I didn’t know about Mohbad until news of his death came and jolted cyber inhabitants in Nigeria a couple of days ago. I have since been inundated with the story of his life, his struggles, the mystery and the numerous theories surrounding his demise. Some clips on social media were so disturbing and riveting. In music and video interviews he predicted his imminent passage. I should have known the young artiste because I love music both contemporary and not so contemporary and also because I have a son who has shown more than a passing interest in the business of…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Ogun State Sector Command, has confirmed that at least five people died while 12 others injured on in a road accident in the early morning of Sunday, 17 September, 2023. The Spokesperson of Ogun State Sector Command of Federal Road Safety Corps, Florence Okpe confirmed the sad development in statement issued to newsmen on Sunday. According to her, the accident happened around the Foursquare camp, Ajebo on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway when a DAF truck with registration number KMC- 810ZB lost control after having a burst tyre and occupied the road while a…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike President Bola Tinubu has appointed two new ministers: Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Minister of Youth; and Ayodele Olawande, Minister of State for Youth; in charge of the Federal Ministry of Youth. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, who made this disclosure through statement, said the appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. “The President has further approved the nomination of Mr. Ayodele Olawande to serve as the Minister of State for Youth, pending his confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. “Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim is a young medical…
Pastor Jimmy Odukoya, first son of the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, has been announced as the new Senior Cleric of the Fountain of Life Church, Ilupeju, Lagos. Making the announcement on Sunday, 17 September, 2023 during the Church Service, a member of the Church’s Board of Trustee, said the late cleric confirmed the succession plan to three different people on the Board before his passing. The senior Odukoya, who was bereaved twice in space of weeks in 2021 from death of his wife from second marriage and twin sister, died on the 7th of August in the United States of…
The Palm Avenue secretariat of Mushin Local Government Area of Lagos State was packed full recently as the local government held its empowerment and palliative programmes for residents. As early as 8am, residents have filled the compound of the local government for the unprecedented schemes which beneficiaries spread across the nooks and crannies of the local government as well as all classes of people. Atmosphere at the venue revealed the happy nature of the people of the council area with beneficiaries particularly graduates of vocational scheme put up by the council came along with their family members. There was drumming,…