Nollywood industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden demise of actor, Odira Nwobu. Confirming the tragic incident to LIB, the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, said Odira and eight other influencers travelled to South Africa for work when he suddenly passed away on Monday, 24 November, 2025. Rollas said an autopsy is being awaited to determine the cause of death. Unconfirmed reports claim that late Odira suffered High Blood Pressure before he suddenly passed away in his room. The photo on the right was shared by him on social media hours before his passing.
Author: Adetutu Audu
Queen Ayo Balogun, President of the Association of Juju Musicians of Nigeria, has lost her beloved husband, Otunba Jimmy Balogun. He was a respected automobile dealer and a close associate of Tunde Badmus, with ties to Tunde Badmus Motors, a reputable car dealership in Lagos.
By Bamidele Johnson Around 1996, Sogunro Estate in Ogba was our newsroom annex. AM News, PM News, TEMPO and The NEWS staff all drifted there like moths to a bulb. Sogunro had everything we needed. There was food priced like it was subsidised by angels, beer sold at spectacularly lowbrow joints and a conveyor belt of rustic, nubile girls (sucklings, I called them) who could make a mendicant feel like a big man. We were more often broke than buoyant. Our cuisine was fixed: bread and beans. Asking for rice was an overreach. Bread and beans, often with one distressed…
By: Biodun Durojaiye Today, we celebrate a man whose life, work, courage and humanity have left deep impressions on everyone privileged to know him. At 60, Dipo Kehinde stands not just as a veteran journalist, but as a rare friend—one of those few whose loyalty and goodness are not theories, but lived experiences. Our paths first crossed in 2004 at The Sun newspaper. Dipo was already a star—one of those reporters whose bylines carried weight, whose stories set newsrooms buzzing, and whose gift for uncovering scoops made him the reference point on the Crime beat. While I worked on the…
By Yarima Haruna in Kebbi The Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), on Thursday, 20 November, 2025, assured the Kebbi Government and parents of the abducted students of comprehensive Girls Secondary School, Maga of support for rescue effort. The Chairman of the PGF, Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, gave the assurance in Birnin Kebbi when he led a delegation of Governors to condole with the government and people of Kebbi over the recent attack in Zuru Emirate. Uzodimma said the forum’s visit was to commiserate with the state and families of the victims, describing the incident as tragic and unacceptable. “We…
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has charged women across the nation to embrace small beginnings not only in their businesses but also in digital empowerment. Senator Oluremi Tinubu spoke at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Renewed Hope Initiative/ National Information Technology Development Agency Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme. The First Lady encouraged participants to overcome fear and hesitation by starting modestly but with determination. “Don’t be afraid to start small. Somebody, especially when you do it small and do it very well, somebody will take note,” she said. She recounted the early days of the Alternative High…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has outrightly condemned the early-morning attack on Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu LGA of Kebbi state, which led to the abductions of about 25 students, and the killing of the Vice Principal by armed bandits. The Caucus expressed extreme sadness and heartbroken that the innocent schoolgirls who are desirous of acquiring education towards becoming useful citizens, were kidnapped by groups of social misfits, viciously wicked renegades, and irascible outlaws. The statement which was jointly signed by Rep. O.K China, Minority Leader, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Ali…
President Bola Tinubu has asked the Minister of State for Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle, to relocate to Kebbi State over the abduction of 24 schoolgirls in the state. Matawalle, who was formerly Governor of Zamfara State, was asked to remain in the state to monitor security efforts to secure the release of the abducted students. Gunmen abducted 24 students of Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga town, Kebbi State, around 4 am on Monday, 17 November, 2025. Matawalle, who is expected to arrive in Birni-Kebbi on Friday, 21 November, 2025, gained some experience in dealing with banditry and mass…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the passing of Mr. Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of the late Nigerian nationalist and statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, as a deeply profound personal loss. The governor, in a condolence message, said the death of the lawyer and former Executive Director/CEO of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council at 62 came as a rude shock. He described Awolowo Jr. as “a gentleman par excellence, a voice of courage, and a consummate public servant,” noting that he received the news “with utter disbelief” and will forever treasure memories of their acquaintance. According to Abiodun, the…
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sadness by the news of the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, grandson of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. The President described Segun Awolowo’s death at 62 as unfortunate and a tragic loss “not only to the Awolowo family, but also to the entire country.” The President noted that the late Segun distinguished himself as a scion of the Awolowo family. “Segun exemplified the Awolowo pedigree in appearance, character and demeanour. Like his grandfather, he was a lawyer committed to defending truth and justice. “He made significant contributions to Nigeria. He served diligently as the…