Author: Ugochukwu Oha-Ema

Tragedy has struck the family of renowned Fuji musician, Sulaimon Adekunle, popularly known as KS1 Malaika, as his mother, Alhaja Rukayat Mojirayo, passes away. The news of her demise was announced by KS1 Malaika’s brother, Azeez Malaika, on social media late Monday night. Azeez Malaika poured out his heart in a touching tribute, saying, “I never know you will leave without saying goodbye, mother. The painful part is that you left when I was not around. Unquestionable God. Rest well, mother.” The Fuji music industry has been thrown into mourning as colleagues and fans of KS1 Malaika offer their condolences…

The Kebbi State Independent Electoral Commission (KESIEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner of all 21 chairmanship and 225 councillorship seats in Saturday’s local council elections. Alhaji Aliyu Muhammad-Mera, Chairman of KESIEC, announced the results in Birnin Kebbi on Sunday, stating that 17 political parties participated in the polls, including APC, NNPP, LP, AAC, Boot party, AP, and SDP. Muhammad-Mera confirmed that the Commission had ratified and adopted the results as announced by the Returning Officers and electoral wards, paving the way for the APC’s sweep of all contested positions. The KESIEC Chairman expressed delight at the…

Oluwadamilola Aderinoye, a former beauty queen, has surrendered to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) after eight months in hiding. Aderinoye, who was declared wanted in January, turned herself in at the NDLEA’s Lagos command on Wednesday. The NDLEA has made significant seizures and arrests in recent weeks. At the Port Harcourt Port Complex and Tincan seaport in Lagos, operatives intercepted tramadol pills and codeine-based syrup worth over N17.9 billion. Additionally, a suspect was arrested at the Port Harcourt International Airport with 1,490 pills of tramadol concealed as cosmetics. In Lagos, 1,122 kilograms of cannabis were seized from a…

Renowned Fuji music star, Abass Akande, popularly known as Obesere, has made a shocking revelation about his recent health scare. In an Instagram post on Saturday, Obesere disclosed that he underwent a surgery that almost claimed his life. The music legend expressed his gratitude to God for surviving the life-threatening surgery. “The Almighty Allah has been merciful to me,” Obesere wrote. “I escaped a surgery that almost took my life, but Allah said NO!” Obesere’s post triggered an outpouring of warm wishes from fans, who wished him a speedy recovery. The music icon’s near-death experience has left his fans and…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State has guaranteed a hitch-free state congress, scheduled for today, Saturday. Chairman of the Kogi State PDP Congress Committee, Usman Okai Austin, confirmed that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a free and fair congress. Okai expressed confidence that the congress will result in the formation of a new state working committee, which will revitalize party activities and solidify its role as a strong opposition force ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing rumors of potential legal challenges, Okai clarified that there are no court summons or orders against the congress,…

In a bid to alleviate the financial burden on public hospitals and educational institutions, President Bola Tinubu has approved a 50% electricity subsidy for these critical sectors. Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made the announcement in Kaduna on Thursday, highlighting the President’s commitment to improving healthcare and education. The subsidy, expected to be implemented by the Minister of Power, aims to reduce energy tariffs for public hospitals, universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. This move will enable them to channel more resources into providing quality services. Alausa emphasized that the subsidy demonstrates President Tinubu’s dedication to enhancing…

The University of Lagos, Akoka, has been disconnected from the power supply by the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) due to unpaid electricity bills, leaving the campus in darkness. The university has been struggling with increasing electricity costs, which worsened after EKEDC upgraded its tariff category from “Band B” to “Band A”, resulting in a 100% hike in monthly bills. The institution’s management expressed regret over the blackout, which began on Tuesday. Despite ongoing negotiations and a recent payment of N180 million on August 20, EKEDC disconnected the university’s power supply on August 27 without prior notice. The university’s management…

Award-winning cinematographer and music producer, TG Omori, has shared a heart-wrenching update on his health struggles. After undergoing a kidney transplant, courtesy of his brother’s donation, the procedure failed, leaving him in a critical condition. Omori, popularly known as Boy Director, took to social media to reveal his ordeal, stating, “One year after my kidney crashed, I just had a failed transplant at St Nicolas Hospital Lagos. Pray for me.” He also shared a poignant image of himself receiving oxygen in a hospital bed. The music producer had earlier expressed gratitude to his brother for donating a kidney, saying, “Yesterday,…

The United States government has donated 10,000 doses of the Jynneos vaccine to Nigeria to aid in the fight against mpox. The vaccine, approved by the Food and Drug Administration, is for the prevention of smallpox and mpox in adults aged 18 years and older who are at risk of mpox infection. During the official handover ceremony in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, thanked the US government for the donation. Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Daju Kachollom, Pate stated, “This is a spirit of cooperation and collaboration through the years,…

Osun State has confirmed two cases of monkeypox in Ilesa West Local Government Area, sparking concerns among residents. However, the state government has reassured citizens that it is actively managing the situation and urged them not to panic. The Osun State Commissioner for Health, Jola Akintola, emphasized that monkeypox is a preventable disease and that the state government is taking proactive measures to prevent its spread. “We successfully managed COVID-19 and prevented a cholera outbreak. Now, with two confirmed M-pox cases, the EOC has been activated, and stakeholders will meet every Monday to strategize on preventing the spread of the…