Author: Lilian Azuh

‎A socio-cultural group, Ukhomuyio Concerned Citizens, has faulted what it described as attempts to use “social media propaganda” to legitimise an allegedly flawed traditional process in Okpella, Edo State, insisting that actions taken against established customs cannot be corrected through public relations efforts. ‎In a statement issued on Saturday, the group said recent political developments involving individuals accused of undermining Okpella’s traditional institutions reflect what it described as ancestral disapproval of actions taken against long-standing customs. ‎The group expressed sympathy with families affected by insecurity in Okpella, recently disengaged workers of BUA Cement, displaced indigenous contractors, and kindreds whose lands…

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Tonto and Churchill Tonto Dikeh, the Nigerian actress, has revealed that she and Olakunle Churchill, her ex-husband, have reconciled after ten years. In a post via Instagram on Saturday, the actress said after “ten long years of public battles, deep wounds, broken communication, bitterness, and pain”, divine intervention brought healing into her life. She said what once seemed impossible has been transformed, with peace and respect replacing conflict and bitterness. She credited the reconciliation with Churchill to God’s guidance and prayers, adding that love has been restored and negativity overcome. “We are living proof that the Word of God is eternal and unfailing.…

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Pharrell Pharrell Williams is facing another lawsuit from his former Neptunes partner, Chad Hugo. In this new lawsuit filed on 23 January, Hugo claims that Williams was “withholding royalties” from him and preventing him from seeing documents that would show what he was owed, reports Billboard. “Plaintiff has not received his appropriate share of royalties in connection with The Neptunes and N.E.R.D.’s album sales and released music, as well as distributions from touring income, and various merchandising deals,” Hugo’s lawyer, Brent J Lehman, wrote. N.E.R.D. was a hip-hop band formed in 1994 by Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo, and Shay Haley…

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Ademoye Actress and filmmaker Bimbo Ademoye has expressed distress after someone claimed copyright on song from her YouTube film ‘Where Love Lives’, triggering the demonetisation of her content. The individual was also alleged to have released a song from the film on Spotify and other streaming platforms, claiming to be the composer. The film, released in December 2025, has garnered over 18 million views as of now. Ademoye expressed her frustration on Instagram, giving the individual an ultimatum to lift the copyright, warning of consequences if he fails to comply. She wrote: “I woke up to my hard work wanting to be…

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In commemoration of the International Day of Education, Rite Foods Limited, a leading Nigerian food and beverage company, has reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to advancing access to quality education and promoting sustainable learning outcomes across communities where it operates. The company has been supporting education through a series of educational outreach activities delivered under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework, aimed at supporting pupils in public primary schools within underserved communities. The initiative reflects Rite Foods’ belief that education remains a critical driver of national development, social inclusion, and long-term economic growth. As part of the programme, Rite Foods provided essential learning materials, including…

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In commemoration of this year’s International Day of Education, Promasidor Nigeria, a leading food and beverage company, has reinstated its commitment to promoting education and child nutrition in the country through various initiatives. The company has been enhancing educational quality in schools across the country through its high-quality nutritional products and initiatives. Through the ‘Ikun Milk Day’ program, it has also provided its dairy products that contain essential nutrients to students. Against this backdrop, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, Francois Gillet, emphasized the strong link between nutrition and education, stating that proper nutrition is critical to helping children reach their…

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