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Roby Ekpo rejects ₦100m demand, vows to fight Mayowa Lambe in court
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Roby Ekpo rejects ₦100m demand, vows to fight Mayowa Lambe in court

Media personality Robert Ekpo has rejected the cease-and-desist notice issued by his estranged wife, On-Air Personality Mayowa Lambe, describing her N100 million damages demand as excessive, unfounded and premature. Ekpo, through his lawyers at TAP Legal Services, posted his response on his official Instagram handle on Thursday, a day after Lambe’s legal team published the original notice demanding he retract claims he made about her on The Honest Bunch podcast. The letter, dated April 23 and signed by M. M. Obonb was addressed to Chinedu Nwaneri of Aunt Landa’s Bethel Foundation. The letter also bore what appeared to be a Nigerian Bar Association stamp. It acknowledged receipt of the original notice but said their client “categorically denies the allegations as presented” ...
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“Her mum begged me to give it one last chance” — Tumi reveals {VIDEO}

Tumi opens up on troubled marriage to BBNaija star Angel Tumi, estranged partner of BBNaija star Angel Smith, has shared details about the breakdown of their relationship during a recent live session. According to her, she handled most of the wedding preparations alone, claiming her partner contributed little despite the scale of the event. She recounted moments leading up to the wedding where tensions escalated, including an instance where Angel allegedly prioritised running errands for a friend over their own plans. Tumi said the strain got so intense that they barely spoke on their wedding day, only interacting during the reception while putting up appearances for guests. She also revealed that issues had started months earlier, alleging that the relationship became unstable after Angel...
Former professional boxer David Haye makes shocking remarks about women despite claiming he’s a ‘feminist’
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Former professional boxer David Haye makes shocking remarks about women despite claiming he’s a ‘feminist’

Former world champion boxer David Haye has faced renewed criticism after doubling down on controversial comments about women following his appearance on the reality show I'm A Celebrity South Africa. The 45-year-old has already drawn backlash for his conduct on the programme, where viewers and fellow contestants criticised what they described as “bullying” behaviour towards Adam Thomas and “fat-shaming” remarks aimed at Gemma Collins. Haye also sparked controversy for comments about his partner, Sian Osborne, claiming she had what he described as “ugly duckling syndrome,” a remark that prompted widespread backlash and calls from viewers for his removal from the show. He was later voted out by fellow contestants, though he is set to return for the live final. In a recent interview,...
UK bans cigarette sales for people born after 2008
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UK bans cigarette sales for people born after 2008

Both chambers of the UK parliament have approved landmark legislation that would prevent anyone currently aged 17 or under from ever legally buying cigarettes, in a move aimed at creating a smoke-free generation. The proposed law, known as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, would ban the sale of tobacco products to individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, effectively phasing out smoking among future generations. UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting described the development as a “historic moment for the nation’s health” that would lead to the “first smoke-free generation, protected from a lifetime of addiction and harm”. Once the bill receives royal assent and becomes law, it will also grant the government powers to extend indoor smoking restrictions to certain outdoor areas, including...
Blessing CEO calls on Nigerian doctors for help as she shares her scan results {PHOTOS}
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Blessing CEO calls on Nigerian doctors for help as she shares her scan results {PHOTOS}

Nigerian relationship therapist Blessing Okoro, otherwise known as Blessing CEO, has shared her scan result. The relationship expert, who made her return to Instagram a day ago, shared a video of her in the hospital as she unmasked her medical report. In another post, she shared a screenshot of the results, asking doctors in the house to help with the translation Commenting on it, one teeto_olayeni wrote, “Help who? No worry, you still dey go that stage 4 you craved for so bad One Mr Mo wrote, “You’ll never know peace blessing One amysleezy_1 wrote, “This Blessing CEO is def sīck in the head One za_pphire wrote, “You people will think she’s just a clout chaser or attention seeker, this lady here is mentally sick One joyaustin1743 wrote, “She is either mentally ill...
High school basketball coach accused of s£x crimes with her student
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High school basketball coach accused of s£x crimes with her student

A high school coach is facing multiple s£x crime charges related to s£xual contact with a student after her abrupt resignation. According to WBMA, former Cold Springs High School basketball coach Paige Adams, 35,  was arrested on Tuesday, April 22, after she allegedly engaged in s£xual activities with a student. Adams is facing multiple charges, including one count of a school employee engaging in a s£x act or deviant s£xual intercourse with a student, one count of a school employee having s£xual contact with a student under the age of 19, and 30 counts of a school employee distributing obscene material to a student. The arrest follows an earlier personnel action by the Cullman County Board of Education. During a special-called meeting on March 25, the board acce...
Mayowa Shows Off New Husband in Video Amid Ongoing Drama with Ex, Roby Ekpo {VIDEO}
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Mayowa Shows Off New Husband in Video Amid Ongoing Drama with Ex, Roby Ekpo {VIDEO}

Social media personality Mayowa Lambe has stirred fresh reactions online after sharing a video featuring her current husband, amid ongoing public discussions involving her ex-husband, Roby Ekpo. The video, which surfaced online, captures Mayowa and her husband in a cheerful moment, appearing relaxed and affectionate. The post comes at a time when her former partner, Roby Ekpo, has been speaking openly about their past marriage and the circumstances surrounding its breakdown. Observers on social media have linked the timing of the video to Ekpo’s recent remarks, interpreting it as a subtle response to the ongoing narrative. However, Mayowa has not publicly addressed the controversy or confirmed any connection between the video and her ex-husband’s statements. The situation has spar...
‘I did not lie’ – Blessing CEO apologises over health controversy {VIDEO}
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‘I did not lie’ – Blessing CEO apologises over health controversy {VIDEO}

Controversial self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing CEO, has issued an apology to Nigerians over the ongoing controversy surrounding her health condition, while maintaining that she did not mislead the public about her illness. Recall that she was under scrutiny over her alleged claim of having cancer, for which she solicited financial assistance from the public for the treatment of stage 4 cancer. In a recent video shared on Monday via her official Instagram handle, she addressed her supporters, expressing regret over the backlash and confusion her situation has caused. She also promised to make her medical records public as she continues to document her health journey. She further stated that anyone who contributed funds and wishes to be refunded would be attended to u...
Man allegedly k!lled by rival during fight over woman in Akwa Ibom
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Man allegedly k!lled by rival during fight over woman in Akwa Ibom

A confrontation between two men over a woman reportedly turned d3adly when one k!lled the other in Akwa Ibom. It was gathered that the incident occurred in Afaha Nsit II community, in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area of the state.  A teacher and media practitioner, Godwin Udoma, shared details about the incident in a Facebook post on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. According to him, the suspect found the victim having an intimate moment with the lady, leading to a violent altercation. "A Life Lost Over Jealousy: A tragic incident has been reported in Afaha Nsit II community, in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area, where a young man allegedly lost his life at the hands of another man over a dispute involving a woman," he wrote. "According to reports, the confrontation arose after t...
Nigerian skit maker Governor Amuneke says political party offered him dollars to influence content
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Nigerian skit maker Governor Amuneke says political party offered him dollars to influence content

Nigerian content creator Kevin Chinedu, popularly known as Kevinblak or Governor Amuneke, has revealed that members of a political party once offered him money in dollars to change the tone of his satirical skits about politics and governance. He made the disclosure during an interview on ARISE Television, where he spoke about the pressures faced by comedians and digital creators who use humour to hold public officials accountable. According to him, the offer came at a difficult time in his life when he was dealing with financial challenges shortly after his wife underwent a Caesarean section. He said he was invited to Abuja and promised a better life in exchange for altering his content. Despite the tempting offer, the comedian said he rejected it, insisting on staying true to hi...