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 Burna Boy Reveals Why Nigerians Hate Him recall that Burna Boy has repeatedly claimed that Nigerians hate him. In ‘Thank You’, a track from his recent album, I Told Them, Burna Boy insinuated that Nigerians don’t appreciate him enough despite making the country proud. However, in a post via his X handle on Saturday, the ‘Stand Tall’ crooner said he is hated by his ‘inferiors’ for having no ‘superiors.’ Sharing a photo of himself, he wrote, “Hated by my inferiors for having no superiors.” Talented Burna Boy Does Not Write Songs – Messia Meanwhile, Kittitian dancehall artiste, Byron Messia, has expressed his delight at collaborating with Nigeria’s Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy, on the remix of his song ‘Talibans.’ During a conversation on the Bootleg Kev podcast, Messia enthusiastically praised Burna Boy’s exceptional talent, describing it as “insane.” He also shared insights into the creative process behind the song. He mentioned that Burna Boy doesn’t write during studio sessions;

  10 Passengers Dead In Boat Accident In Niger State No fewer than 10 persons have allegedly died in a boat mishap in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) in a statement signed by the Head of Information and Special Duties, Ibrahim Audu Hussani, said that during a visit to the scene with the Shiroro Local Government chairman, it was discovered that the mishap was caused by water hyacinth and strong waves. A grafting tree was also identified as a factor that contributed to the development. The tragedy reportedly occurred on Thursday between 1:30 pm and 2 pm due to strong waves and water hyacinth. The deceased include Farida Muntari, Sharhabila Sagir, Abubakar Sadiq, Na’ima Ibrahim, Amina, Safaratu Ibrahim, Sadiq Ibrahim, and Rafiya Yakubu, as well as two unidentified victims. The boat capsized while conveying 34 passengers from Zangoro Bassa-Kukoki Ward terminal to Gijiwa-Kato Ward terminal in Shiroro LG. Hussani explained tha

  Former Nigerian governor is dead (PHOTO) A former military governor of old Ondo State, Major General Ekundayo Babakayode Opaleye (rtd), is dead. General Opaleye (rtd) died in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, on Saturday morning of heart attack. He was military governor old Ondo State (before the creation of present-day Ekiti State) from August, 1986 to December, 1987, during the regime of Military President, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida. He took over from Admiral Mike Akhigbe of blessed memory before handing over to Commodore Olabode George. Until his death this Saturday, November 18, 2023, he was the Balogun Erunmu of Owu, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

 Google Set To Delete Gmail In December In a recent blog post, Google said it deems an account inactive if the user has not logged in or done any activity in two years The tech giant considers actions like signing in; reading or sending an email; using Google Drive; watching a YouTube video; sharing photos; downloading an app; and searching while signed in to be activities. The company added that starting December 1, accounts in the aforementioned category will be deleted.The policy only applies to personal accounts, not those tied to an employer, school, or other organisation. Google products reserve the right to delete your data when your account has not been used within that product for a 2-year period,” the post reads: “December 1, 2023 is the earliest a Google Account will be deleted due to this policy.”It is understood that there are other exceptions to this; such as if your account was used to purchase something in the Google Play store or if your account has a gift card with an

 50 terrorists killed, 122 arrested in one week   The Defence Headquarters issued a directive on Friday, urging bandits and criminal elements causing havoc in the nation to surrender to the troops or face destruction. The DHQ emphasized that the military would persist in applying robust pressure on the terrorists, akin to ongoing operations in various theaters. Maj. Gen. Buba Edward, the Director of Defence Media Operation, conveyed this in a statement obtained ,asserting the armed forces' commitment to sustained military pressure, resulting in significant actions witnessed throughout the week. The statement highlighted the termination of at least 50 terrorists, the apprehension of 122, and the arrest of 49 individuals involved in oil theft. Additionally, the troops successfully rescued 182 kidnapped hostages, and the South-South region saw the recovery of crude products valued at N128 million from oil thieves. Maj. Gen. Buba emphasized that the terrorists and their associates woul

 Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of years of rape and abuse by singer Cassie in lawsuit Sean "Diddy" Combs faces a lawsuit claiming that he subjected R&B singer Cassie, legally known as Casandra Ventura, to a lengthy relationship involving physical abuse and sexual assault. According to Ventura's legal filing in a New York federal court, Combs introduced her to a lavish, high-paced, drug-influenced lifestyle shortly after signing her to his label at the age of 19 in 2005. Combs, currently 54, vehemently denies the allegations, as stated by his attorney Ben Brafman. Ventura, now 37, asserts that the abusive pattern initiated early in their relationship.

 BREAKING: Appeal Court Sacks Kano Gov The Abuja Court of Appeal on Friday removed Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State from office. The panel upheld the State Election Petitions Tribunal's decision, led by Justice Oluyemi Akintan Osadebay, which had earlier ousted Yusuf of the NNPP on September 20, 2023. The tribunal declared Yusuf Gawuna of the APC as the rightful winner, citing the invalidity of 165,663 votes due to lack of INEC signatures or stamps. Governor Yusuf, contesting under NNPP, challenged the tribunal's decision at the appeal court, where Wole Olanipekun, SAN, representing him, sought to set aside the tribunal's judgment.

 Radio Presenter Shot Dead During Live Broadcast As Public Watched On Facebook Stream A radio journalist has been shot dead as he presented a live show in the Philippines. The gunman gained entry to the home studio of Juan Jumalon, known as DJ Johnny Walker, by pretending to be a listener. He then shot the 57-year-old twice during his morning broadcast, as people watched the programme live on Facebook. According to Sky News, the attacker snatched Mr Jumalon’s gold necklace before fleeing on a motorbike with somebody who had been waiting outside.   A video of the attack shows Mr Jumalon pausing and looking up at something away from the camera before two shots ring out. He slumps back in his chair as background music plays on. He was pronounced dead on the way to hospital. The attacker was not seen on the Facebook livestream but police said they are checking if security cameras installed in the house and at neighbours’ homes recorded anything. Officers are investigating to identify the g

 Avengers & Black Panther actor Taraja Ramsess & his three children k!lled after he crashed his car into broken down tractor An actor and stunts man known for his work in Black Panther and The Avengers has died in a car crash that also k!lled three of his children, including a newborn daughter. Taraja Ramsess, 41, was driving a car full of his children when he crashed into a broken-down tractor-trailer on a highway exit in DeKalb County, Georgia, on Halloween night, October 31, 2023. His family members have now confirmed that Taraja’s 13-year-old daughter Sundari, 10-year-old son Kisasi, and eight-week-old daughter Fugibo have all died since the crash. Taraja and his daughters died in the crash on Tuesday night while son Kisasi was rushed to hospital. His grandmother confirmed the 10-year-old died of his injuries four days later Taraja’s three-year-old daughter Shazia survived and is in the hospital recovering from minor injuries Another 15-year-old girl who was in the car was

 Court orders arrest of Cletus Ibeto over N4.8bn fraud reports that the Lagos High Court sitting in the Ikeja area on Friday ordered the arrest of the Chairman/CEO of Ibeto Energy Development Company, Cletus Ibeto, for allegedly refusing to appear in court to stand trial on allegations bordering on a 4.8bn fraud. This Nigeria news platform understands that Justice Ismail Ijelu issued the bench warrant for his arrest after a motion moved by the counsel to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Rotimi Jacobs, SAN, who informed the judge that the defendant had flagrantly failed and refused to appear in court despite repeated hearing notices served on him. Recall that the EFCC had charged the defendant alongside his companies, Ibeto Energy Development Company and Odoh Holdings Ltd over an alleged N4.8 billion fraud. The anti-graft agency filed a 10-count charge of conspiracy, fraud, forgery and fraudulent use of documents. The defendant’s arraignment was stalled on September

 Nigerian Government Set To Receive $150million Abacha Loot From France The President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian Government on Friday said France will return $150 million looted by former Nigerian military leader, late General Sani Abacha. The visiting France Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, who disclosed this in Abuja, said she had informed President Tinubu about the planned return of the seized fund. Colonna noted that the stolen funds would be returned to the country in the form of grants, and discussions would soon be opened with the Nigerian government on where to invest the funds. She said, “I also informed President Tinubu that in response to the request submitted by the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Justice, and in agreement with the US Administration, France will return to Nigeria the assets stolen from the Nigerian people by General Sani Abacha and his family, that have been frozen in France since 2021. “We will start discussions with the Nigerian admi

 Donald Trump Jr testifies in $250million New York civil fraud trial Donald Trump’s son Donald Trump Jr. testified on Wednesday that he had nothing to do with preparing financial documents at the family real-estate company as he took the stand at the $250million New York civil fraud trial.  According to the lawsuit, Don Jr. and Eric were involved with drawing up fraudulent financial statements, allegations which they both deny. The lawsuit states that Don Jr. was the person who certified the financial statements after his father became President in 2017, at which point he and Eric took over the running of the Trump Organization.  I should have worn makeup!’ the 45-year-old joked as photographers took pictures of him while he sat at the bench with his lawyers. Prosecutor Colleen Faherty then asked if Don Jr. knew about GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and about his time at Wharton Business School.  Don Jr. said that ‘I understand what it (GAAP) stands for’ and that he st

 We Can’t Protect Mohbad’s Interests Because He Was Not Our Member – PMAN The President of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, Pretty Okafor, has stated that the union cannot protect the interests of Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, because he was not a member of the association. Mohbad died on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Following his death, there have been allegations that he was assaulted by Naira Marley and his crew. In a viral video, Mohbad’s mother said her son did not know rest from the moment singer, Naira Marley, came into his life. Naira Marley is the owner of Marlian Music, the record label that Mohbad was formerly signed to. According to The PUNCH, when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Justice investigating the death of Mohbad on Wednesday, Okafor said the process of managing royalties for his music would pose a challenge for the association. Addressing members of the committee, Okafor lamented the failure of new singers

 House of Reps Scraps N5billion Presidential Yacht After Public Outrage, Increases Students Loan To N10billion The Nigeria House of Representatives has scrapped the controversial budgetary allocation of the presidential yacht following the public outcry against the item in the supplementary budget. The House of Reps also moved the proposed sum for students’ loan to N10billion as against the documented N5.5billion. The Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, Abubakar Bichi Abubakar, made this known on Thursday while addressing newsmen saying the need became necessary following the low budgetary allocation for students. The Committee also increased budgetary allocation of the Ministry of Defence from N476billion to N546bn following security concerns. Bichi also disclosed that the minimum wage for workers was considered and approved for onward transmission to the executive while promising proper legislative oversight to ensure 100 percent implementation. The sum of N100billion was

 Tragic Accident in Abuja's Vicinity Claims Five Lives In a devastating incident near Abuja's Maitama District, a total of five lives were lost on Thursday. T his catastrophe unfolded when a sand-carrying truck suffered a brake failure. The Federal Road Safety Corps, FCT Command, Sector Commander, Chorrie Mutaa, confirmed the grim event. Mutaa stated that the rescue team from the corps successfully recovered the lifeless bodies of five individuals and tended to 10 others who sustained injuries. Furthermore, the accident involved a total of 13 vehicles, including the ill-fated truck and a motorcycle, making this a substantial and unfortunate incident on the roadways.

 Singer Rema finally speaks on joining illuminati Famous Nigerian musician, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has finally reacted to the viral rumours making the rounds that he recently joined illuminati. Famous Nigerian musician, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has finally reacted to the viral rumours making the rounds that he recently joined illuminati. While condemning the claims that his success is linked to supernatural forces, the singer described illuminati as diabolical shit, insisting that “Jesus is the king.” He said: “Day 1 Ravers, help me educate the new Ravers that I have been on this bat shit for a long time. You all would have so much clarity if you easily Google where I’m from, what the key colors of my heritage are, what flies in the skies of Benin every evening, etc. “As I evolve, my execution will evolve unapologetically. Please know your artist. It is why I do interviews. And that Illuminati talk is trash. I work too hard to create art for you guys to

 Mr Ibu’s Ex-Manager Debunks Reports Of Actor’s Death A former manager of veteran actor, John Okafor popularly known as Mr Ibu, Chochoo has debunked rumours that the actor is dead. Chochoo in an interview with Daily Trust said contrary to the news making rounds on social media the actor who is currently ill is alive. He further stated that Mr Ibu is expected to go for surgery on Saturday or early Sunday morning. According to Chochoo, people have ‘killed the actor online several times in the past two months’. Chochoo said, “He has been dying online for about two months now. I don’t know where they are getting the news from because online he is already dead but offline he is still alive. He is having another operation either today or tomorrow morning. I was his former manager but we are still very close. Online he is dead already but he is very much alive in reality.” Speaking on the issue of amputation of the actor’s leg due to diabetes, he said it is only two toes which are affected th

 Supreme Court Reserves Judgement In Atiku’s Petition Against Tinubu The  Supreme Court  on Monday reserved judgment in the appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar challenging the decision of the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) which affirmed the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the February 25, 2023 presidential election. The decision was reached by the seven-man panel of the apex court led by  Justice John Okoro  after lawyers to the parties in the case adopted their briefs of argument and made final submissions. The Supreme Court judges listened to the arguments from lawyers on the motion filed by the appellants to supply fresh evidence. On his part, the legal counsel of Atiku, Chris Uche (SAN) urged the court to grant the motion, allow their appeal and accept fresh evidence. He prayed the court to grant their request seeking Tinubu’s disqualification. However, lawyers to the respondents – Abubakar Mahmoud, SAN (for th