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The ongoing controversy between actress Doris Ogala and the founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministries, Chris Okafor, has extended to include popular stand-up comedian Jephthah “Akpororo” Bowoto, as the actress threatens to reveal alleged past sexual misconduct involving the comedian. The public feud was renewed on Sunday when the comedian, in an Instagram video, advised Ms Ogala to settle the differences with the clergyman, Mr Okafor, privately, saying he had followed up on the prolonged issues since 2025. Akpororo noted that the public backlash Mr Okafor faced as a result of their failed relationship only gained relevance because…

The Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly, Abdulkarim Lawan, has expressed concern over the absence of Vice President Kashim Shettima’s photograph on a banner displayed at an APC event in the North East. The banner featured images of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, five APC governors from the North East, and the party’s National Legal Adviser. However, Shettima’s picture was missing. Speaking at the event, Lawan described the omission as unfair, particularly as the programme was held in Maiduguri, the vice president’s hometown. He warned that such actions could cause problems, recalling that a similar issue disrupted an APC…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reaffirmed his resolve to collaborate closely with leaders of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, across all tiers to strengthen the party and establish a formidable opposition force in Bauchi State. Atiku made this known after receiving a delegation of key ADC stakeholders from Bauchi, led by Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Yapeco, Sarkin Yakin Katagum, who addressed the press on behalf of the group following the meeting. According to Atiku, the engagement provided an opportunity to review the state of the party in Bauchi and explore ways to reinforce its internal framework. He explained that discussions…

Saida, the mother of the late popular Afrobeat singer Afeez Adeshina, widely known as Destiny Boy, has revealed the circumstances surrounding her son’s death. The singer, who rose to fame in 2019 with his Fuji cover of Davido’s hit song If, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after battling a long-term mysterious illness known as “Ogu oru,” which frequently caused seizures. Speaking in a video that trended on Monday, Saida explained that her son’s condition had been closely managed by the family, traditional healers, and clerics. She said the illness had almost taken a severe toll on him, but…

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is set to join Qatari club Al Ahli SC from Al Kholood, DAILY POST reports. Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano confirmed Troost-Ekong’s imminent departure on Monday. “Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong is signing in Qatar for Al Ahli SC from Saudi club Al Kholood,” Romano wrote on X. The 32-year-old joined Al Kholood from Greek club, PAOK in August 2024. The centre-back scored twice in 45 league appearances for the club. He announced his retirement from international football few weeks to the start of the just concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Hundreds of students of the Ondo State College of Health Technology on Monday took to the streets to protest alleged extortion by the management of the institution. The protesting students also decried what they described as the deplorable state of infrastructure on the campus, including classrooms, hostels, laboratories and water supply. The students, who converged in their hundreds at the institution’s main entrance, barricaded the gate and set tyres ablaze while chanting solidarity songs. They vowed to boycott lectures and examinations until their grievances were addressed by the management. They carried placards bearing inscriptions such as “We Are Tired of…

Saida, the mother of popular Afrobeat star Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has revealed the real reason behind the death of her son. The singer’s mother made this known in a now-trending video on Monday. According to her, the singer had been suffering from a long-term mysterious illness described as “Ogu oru” that constantly led to seizures. “Destiny went to rest. When he gave birth to his child, about four days after the naming, we went to Oba Edu Ifayomi, who initiated him traditionally. The man likes him as his son, so that’s why he told us to…

A former England striker Alan Shearer has criticised the decision to book Diogo Dalot during Sunday’s Manchester derby, insisting the challenge should have earned a red card. Speaking to BBC Sport on Monday, Shearer said: “I think VAR got that terribly wrong. For me, that was a clear red card.” He added, “Forget about whether the contact was ‘glancing’ or not. I can understand why the referee hasn’t given it—it might have been difficult for him to see—but when the VAR has two professionals looking at that, it should have been a very easy decision to give a red card.”…

Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani, whose elegant evening gowns were favoured for decades by some of the world’s most glamorous women, has died at the age of 93. According to a statement issued on Monday by his foundation, Garavani died at his residence in Rome, Italy, surrounded by his family members. The statement read, “Valentino Garavani passed away today at his Roman residence, surrounded by his loved ones. “The lying-in-state will be held at PM23, Piazza Mignanelli 23, on Wednesday, January 21, and Thursday, January 22, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. “The funeral will take place on Friday, January…

Revolut, a London-based digital banking and payments company, has applied for a full banking license in Peru as part of its expansion across Latin America, Bloomberg reported on Monday. If approved, the license will allow the company to operate as a regulated bank in the country, adding Peru to a list of regional markets alongside Mexico, Colombia and Brazil. Bloomberg said Revolut plans to compete primarily with incumbent banks rather than newer fintech rivals.Revolut has identified remittances and cross-border payments as key parts of its local strategy, noting that about 1 million people in Peru rely on money sent from…