The Janaza (funeral prayer) for the close associates of boxing star Anthony Joshua was held on Sunday, 4 January, 2025 in London, United Kingdom. Sina Ghami and Abdul Latif Kevin Ayodele tragically lost their lives in a road accident in Nigeria Monday, 29 December, 2025, Anthony Joshua was also involved in the accident but escaped with minor injuries. At the London Central Mosque, several people were gathered for the Janaza (funeral) prayer, with a funeral for Ghami expected to take place at Hendon Cemetery and Crematorium from noon. A wake for the pair is also scheduled to take place from…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
At least 25 people lost their lives while 14 others are still missing after a boat capsized in the Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State on Saturday, 3 January, 2026. The Executive Secretary, Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Mohammed Goje, who confirmed the sad development while speaking on Channels Television, said the incident happened on Saturday, 3 January, 2026. Goje said the passengers were travelling from Adiyani town in Guri Local Government Area of Jigawa State to Garbi town in Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State before the accident happened. The Nguru is located 230 kilometers away…
Fisayo Olagunju, popularly known as Mc Fish, estranged husband of Nollywood actress Anita Joseph, on Saturday, 3 January, 2026 opened up as he publicly addressed the controversy surrounding their crashed marriage, strongly refuting claims that he depended financially on the actress during their union. MC Fish, who is a well-known MC and hypeman, made the clarification in a series of emotional posts shared on his Instagram story on Saturday, 3 January, 2026. According to him, contrary to circulating narratives, it was Anita Joseph who initially showed interest in him, and their conversations eventually led to marriage. Reacting to claims that…
Famous Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly addressed as Skales, has dismissed claims that fellow music star Burna Boy once gave him N600,000 during a period of financial hardship, describing the story as false and misleading. Skales said the rumour originated from a Burna Boy fan on X (formerly Twitter), stressing that the narrative was entirely fabricated. He made the clarification during a recent appearance on the Adesope Live show. According to the singer, the false claim compelled him to directly contact the fan, identified as Benny, to understand why such a story was being circulated about him. “There…
Famous Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo in a trending video, has spoken about the negative stereotypes associated with being a single mother, declaring herself as the ‘President General of Single Mothers’. The actress in the video made the bold declaration, stating that her life turned out better than many expected, just as she also lauded her daughter, Priscilla Ojo for her success, announcing that her life is better than it used to be. Iyabo Ojo also expressed appreciation to God, noting that she could not have achieved anything without Him. “There’s confusion in their midst. I’m the president-general of single mothers…
The 25th Anniversary of the Anwar -Ul- Islam Model College Old Students Association, (ACAOSA) 2000 (Millennium) Set was a momentous occasion, marked by a grand celebration held at the school premises, in Agege, Lagos State, on Saturday, 3 January, 2026. To entrench bond and further foster unity, the set exclusively had a breakfast session with their Senior Prefect, Jimoh Ibrahim (Teddy), as a form of homecoming, where they actually bonded. The ceremony officially commenced with a warm welcome address by Mr. Rotimi Jimoh, President of the 2000 Set, who expressed his profound gratitude to all attendees for their presence. Delivering…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the Kasuwan Daji attack, ensuring they are swiftly brought to justice. He also directed security agencies to rescue all the abducted victims urgently. President Tinubu issued the directives on Sunday in response to the recent killings of villagers in Niger State by terrorists suspected to be fleeing from Sokoto and Zamfara following the United States’ air strike on Christmas Eve.…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has stated its commitment to completing the sand-filling and reclamation project in Okochiri, Okrika Local Government Area, and the 4.5-kilometre Nonwa-Uedeme-Ogu Road linking Tai and Ogu-Bolo Local Government Areas of Rivers State. Speaking during an inspection of the projects, the NDDC Executive Director, Finance and Administration, Alabo Boma Iyaye, reiterated the Commission’s resolve to ensure that all ongoing projects across the region were completed and inaugurated for the benefit of the people. Iyaye expressed satisfaction with the progress of work at the Okochiri reclamation project and noted that it would help the community gain…
Media Aide to the Minister of Power, Mr. Bolaji Tunji, has clarified recent calls by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) for a probe into the Ministry of Power and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET), reports thegazellenews.com In a statement issued on Sunday, 4 January, 2026, and signed by SERAP’s Deputy Director, Mr. Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, alongside relevant anti-corruption agencies, to investigate allegations that over ₦128 billion in public funds were missing or diverted from the…
The House of Representatives, has released the four tax reform Acts duly signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to Nigerians for public record, verification, and reference. Both the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Honourable Tajudeen Abbas, and the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, have directed the immediate release of the Certified True Copies (CTCs) of the Acts, including the endorsement and assent pages signed by the President, following public concerns and allegations regarding purported alterations and the circulation of unauthorised and misleading versions of the laws. “This decisive intervention underscores Speaker Abbas’ long-standing commitment to…